Latest News Updates | Friday, 14 March 2025

Reminder: Year 9 Parents’ Evening

Leigh Stationers’ Academy will be hosting the Year 9 Parents’ Evening on Wednesday, 19 March 2025, from 16:00 to 19:00. This important event provides parents and carers with the opportunity to meet subject teachers and discuss their child’s academic progress as they approach Key Stage 4.

The booking system is now open and will close at 12:00 on the day of the event. Parents and carers are encouraged to secure appointments early via the academy’s designated booking site. If you are unable to book an appointment with a specific teacher, please reach out to your child’s college for further support:

• Angelou College – angelou@stationers.latrust.org.uk
• Caxton College – caxton@stationers.latrust.org.uk
• Equiano College – equiano@stationers.latrust.org.uk
• Hansard College – hansard@stationers.latrust.org.uk

For any further assistance with the event, please contact Ms Holland, PA to the Principal, at gabrielle.holland@stationers.latrust.org.uk.

Year 9 Options Process: Key Events and Next Steps

Leigh Stationers’ Academy is preparing to launch the Year 9 Options Process, providing students and families with key information and opportunities to explore subject choices for Key Stage 4. The process includes a range of events designed to support students in making informed decisions about their GCSE pathways.

Year 9 Options Launch Webinar – Monday, 24 March 2025 (17:30)

The Year 9 Options Process will begin with a live webinar for parents, carers, and students, providing an overview of the available options, the selection process, and key dates. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and gain clarity on the next steps. This event will be streamed live on YouTube, allowing families to join remotely. For those unable to attend, a recording will be available to watch after the event. A link to the YouTube stream can be found here. There will be a live question and answer session at the end of the webinar and parents/carers can submit questions via the following Google Form.

Year 9 Options Week – Friday, 28 March to Thursday, 3 April 2025

Throughout this week, students will take part in subject taster lessons during their regular classes. Each subject will provide one lesson at Key Stage 4 level, allowing students to explore course content, expectations, and required skills. This experience will help guide their final choices.

Year 9 Options Evening – Thursday, 3 April 2025 (17:00-19:00)

This in-person event offers parents, carers, and students the chance to speak directly with subject teachers, curriculum leaders, and senior staff about the courses on offer. It is an opportunity to explore subject content, career pathways, and the suitability of different courses.

Year 9 Options Taster Sessions – Friday, 4 April 2025

Students will participate in an additional taster day for subjects that are not currently part of their Year 9 curriculum. This ensures they have exposure to all potential options before finalising their choices.

Options Submission – Friday, 4 April 2025

Following the taster sessions, a Google Form will be sent to parents and carers, allowing them to submit students’ final option choices over the Easter break. “Choosing GCSE options is a significant milestone in every student’s academic journey, and we want to ensure they feel confident and well-informed about their choices,” said Ms Collier, Vice Principal. “The upcoming events will provide valuable insights into each subject, helping students explore their strengths, interests, and future aspirations. We encourage all families to take full advantage of the resources and opportunities available, as these decisions will help shape the next stage of their education.” Further information about each of these events will be published in future Latest News Page updates.

Year 11 & 13 Mocks Conclude: Focus on Summer Success

As the mock examination period draws to a close, Leigh Stationers’ Academy would like to extend its thanks to Year 11 and Year 13 parents and carers for their ongoing support. The final mock examinations will take place on Monday, 17 March 2025.

Reflecting on the past few weeks, Mr Flower, Vice Principal, praised pupils for their commitment: “Our Year 11 and Year 13 students have shown tremendous effort and resilience throughout this important period. Their preparation has been impressive, with students arriving fully equipped and demonstrating impeccable behaviour in line-ups and in the examination hall. This level of dedication is exactly what will see them through to success in the summer exams, and I encourage them to maintain this momentum.”

A reminder that Year 11 and Year 13 intervention sessions will now resume according to the regular timetable in place before the mock exams began.

Year 11 & 13 Easter Intervention Schedule

With Easter approaching, Leigh Stationers’ Academy has planned a schedule of intervention sessions during the break to support Year 11 & 13 students in their final preparations before the summer examinations in May. These sessions will be held in Week 1 of the Easter holidays, allowing students to balance in-school revision, independent study, and rest before returning for Module 5 and the exam season. The full schedule can be found below, and pupils and parents will receive a bespoke letter detailing their targeted sessions in due course.

Year 11 Schedule

All students are expected to attend the whole cohort sessions running on Monday and Tuesday for Maths, English and Science as well as all History students on Thursday.

	Monday, 7 April	Tuesday, 8 April	Wednesday, 9 April	Thursday, 10 April	Friday, 11 April
8:30-10:30	Maths Foundation Geography	Science Foundation English	GCSE PE Business Economics	History
11:00-13:00	Maths Higher Geography Art DT Foo	Science Higher Physics Triple English	VCERT PE Business	Computer Science
13:30-15:30	Art DT Food Spanish Psychology	Photo DT

Year 13 Schedule

	Monday, 7 April	Tuesday, 8 April	Wednesday, 9 April	Thursday, 10 April	Friday, 11 April
8:30-10:30	Geography Law BTEC PE (Y13) Photography Film Studies Maths Psychology Health & Social Care	Art Chemistry Maths BTEC PE (Y12)	Drama Economics Health & Social Care		Computer Science
11:00-13:00	Geography Law Photography Film Studies Psychology Health and Social Care	Art Maths	Health & Social Care		Computer Science

Weekly Sports Fixtures: Strong Performances Across Rugby and Cross Country

Year 10 LAT Rugby 7s Champions

The Year 10 rugby team dominated the LAT Rugby 7s tournament, winning all five matches before securing a decisive victory in the final. Their skill, teamwork, and determination earned them a well-deserved championship title.

Results:

• Stationers v Mascalls – Won 35-20
• Stationers v Rainham – Won 40-10
• Stationers v SJWMS – Won 30-20
• Stationers v HOH – Won 40-10
• Stationers v Hugh Christie – Won 30-10
• Final: Stationers v Mascalls – Won 40-5

Squad: B Green, J Lloyd, S Leachman, S Franklin, D Musa, J Hilliker, K Worrell, V Lock, A Dewhurst, T Yeates, T Norris, H Shurmer, A May

Year 8 Kent Rugby 7s

The Year 8 rugby team demonstrated great effort in a highly competitive Kent Rugby 7s tournament, winning one of their five matches. Their determination and teamwork will drive future success—well done to the team!

Results:

• Stationers v Ravensbourne – Lost 15-10
• Stationers v Woolwich Poly – Won
• Stationers v Forest Hill – Lost 30-10
• Stationers v Hurstmere – Lost 30-5
• Stationers v Eltham B – Lost 30-5

Squad: K Phillips, C Turner, B Grimes, J Lewis, G Halle, A McQueen, F Rooney, H Cullender, H Steer, J Vir, L Burness, O Collett, I Chakkouri, I Lands, H Grainger

Year 7 & 8 London Schools Cross Country Championships

After strong performances in the Greenwich competition, Neve W (Year 8), Harry C (Year 8), and Buster N (Year 7) represented the Borough at Avery Hill in a competitive 3K race.

• Neve placed 5th with a personal best, securing a place in the London Mini Marathon.
• Harry and Buster finished in the top half, with final results pending.

Year 8 & 9 Boys – LHSAA Cross Country Championships

Four of our students – Austin R, Alex H, Callum B, and Harry C – took on the challenging Parliament Hill course with determination. Competing against some of the strongest schools, the team finished 3rd overall, just two points behind Dulwich College.

• Austin led the team, placing 21st with a time of 12:37 over 3K, followed closely by Alex, Harry, and Callum.

PSHE Update: Supporting Personal Development Across Year 7-10 

In Module 4, Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education at Leigh Stationers’ Academy focuses on key aspects of online safety for students in Years 7–9, helping them develop a deeper understanding of responsible online communication, the importance of protecting personal information, and how UK laws and regulations work to keep individuals safe online.

Meanwhile, Year 10 students continue to prepare for their work experience placements later in the academic year. This will involve researching opportunities, developing key employability skills, and understanding professional expectations in the workplace.

Each session is designed to encourage critical thinking and skill development. This week’s topics include:

• Year 7: Healthy Online Relationships
• Year 8: Online Personal Boundaries
• Year 9: Online Radicalisation & Misogyny
• Year 10: Cover Letter Writing Skills

Parents and carers are encouraged to continue these conversations at home, discussing online safety or work experience preparation to help reinforce students’ understanding of these important topics. In reference to this, please see here for guidance on how to discuss online misogyny with your child if/ when you deem the conversation to be appropriate.

Year 11 Career Opportunities: Guidance and Resources

As Year 11 students complete their mock examinations, career guidance sessions will resume in Week 4 to support them in planning their next steps. In the meantime, students are encouraged to explore the following resources and opportunities:

• Careers Newsletter, Edition 23 – This edition highlights a variety of apprenticeship opportunities and explores different roles available within Tesco, alongside valuable information on university options to help students make informed decisions after their GCSEs.
• Job of the Week: Historian – A chance for students to explore the skills and pathways available within the history-related industries.
• Career Day Choices – Virtual career day sessions covering a range of fields, including Medicine, Dentistry, Midwifery, Law, Psychology, Veterinary Science, Business, and more. These sessions provide career advice, university guidance, and potential work experience opportunities. Students can sign up via the Year 11 Google Classroom.

Year 11 students who have not yet attended a one-to-one careers meeting and would like support with their post-16 decisions can book an appointment with Ms Saif, Careers Advisor, at shaina.saif@stationers.latrust.org.uk.

Careers Across the Curriculum – Parent Volunteers Wanted

As part of our commitment to broadening students’ career awareness, Leigh Stationers’ Academy is inviting parents and carers who would be willing to share their professional experiences with students.

Hearing firsthand from professionals about different careers, skills required, and pathways available can inspire and guide students as they explore their future career options. We would love to invite parents to speak in a morning assembly about their profession and the opportunities available in their field.

If you would like to participate or learn more, please contact our careers advisor, Ms Saif, at shaina.saif@stationers.latrust.org.uk. We look forward to welcoming parents into school and hearing about their career journeys

Work Experience Reminders for Years 10 & 12

Students in Years 10 and 12 will participate in two weeks of external work experience from Monday, 7 July to Friday, 18 July 2025. This programme is designed to provide valuable insight into the world of work, helping students develop essential skills and explore career pathways.

• Work Experience Information Evening Recording: Parents and students can watch the recorded guidance session here for information on sourcing placements and preparing for the experience.
• Unifrog Submission Deadline: Students must enter their placements into Unifrog by Friday, 23 May 2025. A video guide on how to complete this process is available here and has also been shared in Google Classrooms.
• Need Support? Students who would like help finding placements can book a one-to-one meeting with the careers advisor via the link in their Google Classroom.

Year 9 Booster Catch-Up Clinics

Students who have missed their teenage booster vaccinations at school now have the opportunity to receive them at their local immunisation catch-up clinic.

Parents and carers can find details of the catch-up clinics offering this service here. Ensuring vaccinations are up to date is an important step in protecting students’ health. If you have any questions, please contact your local healthcare provider for further guidance.