Dear Leigh Stationers’ Academy Community,
This week at Leigh Stationers’ Academy, as we reach the halfway point in the academic year, we reflect on the incredible achievements of our pupils who consistently demonstrate our values of leadership, scholarship, and achievement. The Module 3 End-of-Module Celebration Assemblies highlighted the outstanding efforts of pupils in attendance, behaviour, homework, and more, reinforcing the strength of our college system in creating a sense of community and shared success. Well done to all pupils for their hard work and commitment.
As we look ahead to Module 4, starting on Monday, 24 February 2025, we encourage parents and carers to take note of key dates, including the Year 7 and Year 9 Parents’ Evenings, the Dance Extravaganza, and the Year 9 Options Evening. Year 11 and Year 13 pupils are also reminded to attend the February half-term intervention sessions to prepare for upcoming mock examinations.
Wishing all our pupils, parents, carers, and staff a restful and well-deserved half-term break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next module.
Here’s to another great module.
Best wishes,
Mr Joseph Sparks | Principal, Leigh Stationers’ Academy
End-of-Module Celebration Assemblies
At the end of each module, every college at Leigh Stationers’ Academy holds a celebration assembly to recognise the achievements of its pupils across a variety of areas. These assemblies highlight accomplishments in attendance, behaviour, homework completion, and other successes from the module.
This module, each Head of College has provided a detailed summary of their college’s achievements. To read the full summaries, please visit the pages below:
Ms Dooley said, “Success is essential in building a positive and aspirational school environment. Our assemblies celebrate both individual and collective achievements, showcasing the strength of our college system. At Leigh Stationers’ Academy, the college model plays a key role in creating a strong sense of belonging, collaboration, and shared pride across our community. Well done to all pupils for their commitment and effort this module!”
Start of Module 4: Important Information
Module 4 at Leigh Stationers’ Academy begins on Monday, 24 February 2025, at 08:30 for all pupils across all year groups. For a complete list of module dates, please click here.
Dates for Your Diary: Key Events in Module 4
Please find below the key dates for Module 4 at Leigh Stationers’ Academy:
- Wednesday, 5 March 2025 – MYP Coffee Morning – Understanding your MYP Report (08:45-09:45)
- Wednesday, 5 March 2025 – Year 7 Parents’ Evening (16:00-19:00)
- Tuesday, 11 March 2025 – Year 9 Vaccinations
- Wednesday, 19 March 2025 – Year 9 Parents’ Evening (16:00-19:00)
- Wednesday, 26 March 2025 – Dance Extravaganza Night One
- Thursday, 27 March 2025 – Dance Extravaganza Night Two
- Thursday, 3 April 2025 – Year 9 Options Evening (17:00-19:00)
Further details for these events will be shared closer to the dates. Please mark them in your calendar.
Reminder: February Half-Term Intervention Sessions for Years 11 & 13
During the February half-term, Leigh Stationers’ Academy will offer a series of intervention sessions for Year 11 and Year 13 pupils. These sessions, led by class teachers, are designed to support students as they prepare for the second round of mock examinations next module.
While the sessions are delivered by specific teachers, pupils are welcome to attend any session, regardless of the teacher leading it. Parents and carers are encouraged to support their children in attending these valuable sessions to ensure they are well-prepared for upcoming assessments. The full intervention schedule for both Year 11 and Year 13 can be found HERE.
Year 11 Career Opportunities: Exploring Future Pathways
Year 11 students at Leigh Stationers’ Academy continue to receive tailored career guidance through their Monday and Friday tutor sessions, offering valuable updates on career pathways, open days, and expert advice to help them make informed decisions about their futures.
- Careers Newsletter, Edition 20 – This edition highlights apprenticeship opportunities within the tech industry, construction, healthcare, the British Army, Jaguar Land Rover, and Volkswagen Group.
- Job of the Week: Mechatronics Engineer – Students explored the skills and career pathways available within this multidisciplinary engineering field.
- Virtual Work Experience Opportunities:
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- Students have the opportunity to take part in a virtual work experience day with PwC on Tuesday, 18 February 2025, where they can explore careers in the business, finance, and accounting industries. Further details and a sign-up link are available in the Year 11 Google Classroom.
- Additionally, a one-day virtual work experience with Clifford Chance Law Firm will take place on Friday, 21 February 2025. This event will allow students to develop key legal skills and learn from experienced solicitors. More information can also be found in the Year 11 Google Classroom.
Year 11 students can also arrange one-to-one careers meetings for additional support with their next steps by contacting our careers advisor at shaina.saif@stationers.latrust.org.uk.
Virtual Work Experience Information Evening for Years 10 & 12
Students in Years 10 and 12 at Leigh Stationers’ Academy will take part in two weeks of external work experience from Monday, 7 July to Friday, 18 July 2025. This programme offers students valuable insight into the world of work, helping them develop essential skills and explore potential career pathways.
To support students and their families in preparing for this opportunity, the academy hosted a virtual Work Experience Information Evening on Thursday, 13 February 2025. The session provided detailed guidance on sourcing placements and preparing for the experience. A recording of the event can be accessed HERE.
Students can enter their placement details into Unifrog, and a helpful video guide is available HERE. The video link has also been shared in the Year 10 and 12 Google Classrooms.
PSHE Update: Supporting Personal Development Across Years 7-10
In Module 3, Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education, students in Years 7–10 have explored key aspects of healthy relationships. Each session is designed to encourage reflection and skill-building to support their growth; here is a summary of the topics covered this week:
- Year 7: Exciting Careers
- Year 8: Careers and Job Sector Research
- Year 9: Careers and Employability Skills
- Year 10: Careers and Higher Education Research
Parents and carers are encouraged this week to discuss with their children the relationship between qualifications, options and career opportunities, further exploring ideas about how interests and skills can be applicable to a range of jobs and careers.
Weekly Sports Fixtures
Intra-College Competition – Handball and Basketball
This week, 121 students from Hansard, Angelou, and Caxton Colleges participated in the Module 3 Intra-College Competition, competing in handball and basketball. The matches were highly competitive, intense, and enjoyable to watch.
Basketball Results
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 |
| Hansard 6 – 2 Caxton
Angelou 4 – 2 Hansard Caxton 2 – 4 Angelou Overall Standings: 1st Angelou, 2nd Caxton, 3rd Hansard |
Hansard 2 – 7 Caxton
Angelou 0 – 0 Hansard Angelou 0 – 4 Caxton Overall Standings: 1st Caxton, 2nd Angelou, 3rd Hansard |
Hansard 4 – 2 Caxton
Angelou 6 – 3 Hansard Caxton 2 – 4 Angelou Overall Standings: 1st Hansard, 2nd Caxton, 3rd Angelou |
Handball Results
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 |
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Angelou 7 – 1 Hansard Overall Standings: 1st Angelou, 2nd Hansard, 3rd Caxton |
Angelou v Hansard Overall Standings: 1st Hansard, 2nd Angelou, 3rd Caxton |
Hansard 3 – 1 Caxton
Overall Standings: 1st Hansard, 2nd Angelou, 3rd Caxton |
Year 9 Immunisations
The DTP/MenACWY vaccination session for Year 9 students will take place on Tuesday, 11 March 2025. Parents and carers are asked to complete the electronic consent form, regardless of whether they give or decline consent. All relevant information, including the consent form link, is available on the MCAS app. The official parent/carer letter can be found here, and a link to the Thomson Screener system can be found below. Please ensure your response is submitted as soon as possible to support the health and wellbeing of all our students.
