17 July 2024
Dear Parents/Carers
I am sharing with you the plans for our September reopening for all students.
In September we will have our usual staggered start to the year. This is important to do this as we need to let our new Year 7 students settle into the building and gain confidence in their new surroundings as the class of 2029 begin their next step of their educational journey. We will also expect all of Year 11 students to return on the Wednesday as they enter their final year at the Academy.
Students will return as follows :
Wednesday 4th September at 8.15am – year 7 and year 11 only
Thursday 5th September at 8.15am – all year groups
Following the previous correspondence you will note that the academy day start time has now changed to 8.15am as this will be the new start time of the academy day from September for all students. Students should therefore arrive at the academy by 8.10am ready to start the day in their line up. The timings at the end of each day remain the same, as we have extended Friday break time to 25 minutes..
The students will have a slightly earlier finish time on the last day on Friday 19th July and will be dismissed from the academy at 12.15pm.
On another note, we would be most grateful should you be able to donate any academy uniform which is no longer required. This is used in emergency situations to lend or donate to students. Black shoes, ties, sports kit, shirts, skirts, trousers and blazers are all welcome. If you are able to assist us, please could your child bring these clean items (in a carrier bag) to student services or they can be left at reception.
Thank you again for your support and understanding over recent months. I wish you a safe and happy summer. A more detailed letter will arrive to you all in August in preparation for September.
Finally, I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of our parents, carers and the entire TSLA community for your support this year. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as Headteacher at The St Lawrence Academy and will leave with fond memories of my time here. As I move on to a new challenge of leading a British International school in Egypt, I know the Academy is in safe hands with an experienced Headteacher joining the Academy in September. Over the last few weeks, I have worked closely with Mr McCluskie to ensure a smooth handover is in place and know the Academy will continue to grow under his leadership.
As always we will use our communication channels to keep you continually updated. Our website https://tsla.co.uk/ is the best way to have access to all important information and contacts. Our Academy Facebook and Twitter accounts are also regularly updated.
Yours sincerely
Matt Hire
Headteacher
