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Dear Parents and Carers

The final stages of your child’s academic journey are arriving rather quickly and it is time for the final preparation and dedication to revision which will allow your child to make the best possible progress in their final GCSE exams.  

Attendance is imperative, if your child is not attending, they will miss vital key information and increasing levels of support from our subject specialist teachers.

I have attached some key dates to make you aware of:

Preparation for Success (essential for all parents and students) – Tuesday 31st March 4pm

GCSE exam period: Monday 11th May – Wednesday 17th June 2026

Valediction and End of Year Celebration  – Friday 26th June 1:30pm start, into the evening

The ‘Preparation for Success’ evening is for all students and parents to attend the academy to discuss your child’s progress with their subject teachers. They will focus on how to close gaps in learning to achieve the best possible grade.  Appointments are to be made through bookings on Arbor.

The GCSE exam period begins with an extremely intensive week of exams.  Students MUST attend all of their examinations (as there is no rewrite opportunity) and it is imperative that they arrive punctually each day.  

We have recently had the opportunity to invite ‘Positively You’ in to support the students and parents in identifying further revision methods that could support them. I also thank those parents who attended the twilight session as they found it very valuable.  Further resources are available via the Google Classroom for your child to use and it also includes playlists that can aid revision. Please encourage them to show this to you.  

Now is the time for us to triangulate the support between yourselves, us and your child in order to ensure they reach their potential. 

Please see the attached links for:

GCSE  Final Exam Timetable

Staff contact information

Seneca

PiXL Maths App

GCSEPod

Intervention Timetable:

Finally, I am excited to share with you the dates for our Valediction and ‘End of Year Celebration’.  We are looking forward to being able to celebrate as an academy with the full Year 11 cohort.  All students will be invited to the Valediction whilst the End of Year Celebration will be a ticketed event at the cost of £20 per person.  This will be payable via Parent Pay and goes live on Monday 16th March with a deadline of Tuesday 21st April. The events will take place at The Baths Hall where we can celebrate the end of exams in addition to the end of their academic journey.  Further information will be released in due course but if you require any financial support, please contact myself or Mrs Kock on the email addresses below.

We are looking forward to seeing you at the “Preparation for Success” event, beginning with an initial meeting in the hall at 4pm until 4:30pm to share some important information to support you in these final stages.  

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Yours sincerely

Mrs Jade Elston                                 Mrs Joey Kock

 [email protected]                            [email protected]             

Head of Year 11 Deputy                  Headteacher for Curriculum   

Year 11 Preparing For Success Evening – Tuesday 31st March 2026 at 4pm
Academy Exam Results will be given out at 4pm

Dear Parent/Carer

On Tuesday 31st March 2026 all students are expected to attend along with yourself, to our Year 11 Preparing For Success Evening.  All subject teachers will be available to meet with you between 4pm and 6.30pm. You will be able to find out exactly how your child is progressing with regards to their current levels of attainment and what they will need to do in order to maximise their potential for achieving success in their forthcoming GCSE examinations.  We have much work to do together in the final few months, which will impact directly on your child’s future success.  This evening is designed to give students and parents all the information and guidance needed at this crucial time as we prepare for their success.  

The examinations that the students have recently completed have been marked and their results will be contained in envelopes ready to receive at Year 11 Preparing For Success Evening. These will be issued in the Westaby Hall, at 4pm prompt.

On arrival  could you proceed directly to the Westaby Hall to collect the results and take a seat for a brief update on the processes moving towards the final examinations.  You will then be able to visit your child’s subject teachers.  

Please prebook your appointments, with the relevant teacher, via our Arbor appointment system Arbor App .  This will ensure the evening runs smoothly and ensure you get to meet the teachers you need to, and will finish at approximately 6.30pm.

Here is a guide to help Booking appointments via the Arbor Parent App. 

Should you have any problems with booking your appointments, please contact the academy to assist you.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Yours sincerely 

Dan Ellerby             Joey Kock                               Jade Elston

Headteacher          Deputy  Headteacher           Head of Year 11

Dear Parents/Carers

Re: Ramadan 2026

As I am sure you are aware, the Islamic holy month of Ramadan is now upon us and we have a number of staff and students here at the Academy observing the holy month.

Ramadan is a period of fasting and reflection for Muslims. With approximately 25% of our students and staff observing Ramdan this year, I felt it was important to reshare our academy’s message of Generosity, Respect, Justice, Forgiveness and Truth that I feel aligns with the spiritual focus of Ramadan.

As the passage from the Quran suggests this is a month for Muslims to feel closer to God and at the Academy we  appreciate that we have many students and staff that belong to and practise a faith ( over 65 % have said they belong to a faith group). This year, Ramadan again coincides with Easter so we have a real opportunity to celebrate our diversity as an Academy.

Ramadan 2026 starts on Tuesday 17th February 2026. At the same time our Christian students and staff will begin their observance of Lent, beginning on Ash Wednesday 18th February 2026. Lent and Ramadan running alongside each other can also act as a reminder of what unites us, what we share, and what we can learn from each other. It is an opportunity to reflect and understand other religions, traditions and cultures more deeply – listening without judgement , and showing respect and compassion for everyone’s journey. 

At the Academy we celebrate and value our difference in faith and no faith! We have accommodated for our Muslim students by providing the following:

• Students will lead an assembly on Eid at the end of Ramada and some of our weekly reflections are being delivered around Ramadan, Eid allowing students and teachers to reflect and have conversations around why Muslims fast.
• In our Central Atrium we  have ‘Ramadan and Lent’ display information for those who would like to learn more about these observances..
• At lunchtimes our Dance Studio will be available as a safe space for prayer and reflection –  the reflection room will not be suitable due to the number of students wanting to pray. 
• Toilets will be open during both lunch times and Lota Jugs will be available for students to make wudu (ablutions). 
• Students that are FSM are still able to use their allowance to purchase food  ( e.g cakes, cookies) and then put in their bags to eat for their iftar meal in the evening.

On behalf of all our staff and students in our TSLA ‘family’ Academy to yours, Ramadan Kareem (Blessed Ramadan)!

Once again this year our local Interfaith group based at the UCNL in Scunthorpe are organising a sponsored fast and Iftar celebrating Ramadan and Lent. It has been advertised on our Reflections over the past few weeks and we are all invited to join in. Please see the attached  link to the poster for more details.

Yours sincerely

Mr D Ellerby

Headteacher

Dear Parents and Carers,

We are thrilled to announce that The St Lawrence Academy is organising an exciting ski trip to Gressoney, Aosta Valley, Italy. This trip offers students a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, build confidence and experience the unique culture of the mountains.

Key Trip Details

What is Included?

We aim to make this trip as “all-inclusive” as possible to ensure a stress-free experience for students. The price includes:

• • Transport: Coach travel to and from the resort.
  • Lessons: 5 days of professional tuition.
  • Equipment: Hire of skis, boots, poles, suit and helmet.
  • Lift Pass: Full access to the Gressoney ski area.

• Hotel: 5 nights accommodation at the Hotel Halldis, Gressoney

• • Full Board: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
  • Insurance: Comprehensive winter sports travel insurance.
  • Apres ski activities: e.g., Karaoke, pizza night, swimming.

• Ski hoodie

Payment Schedule

1. 1. Non-refundable Deposit: £150 due by 30th January 2026.
   2. Second Instalment: £150 due by 31st March 2026.

• Third Instalment: Must have paid £700 by 17th July 2026.

1. 1. Final Balance: Remaining £600 due by 11th December 2026.

Following the first deposit this equates to £132 a month. After the initial deposit and second installment have been paid you have the flexibility to pay off as much or as little as you like as long as the third and final instalments are met, ie regular monthly payments or lump sums.

All deposits and instalments are non refundable. 

Safety and Supervision

The safety of our students is our absolute priority. The trip will be led by experienced staff members and using a company called Interski, who have over 42 years worth of experience. All students will be required to wear helmets, and lessons are mandatory for all ability levels—from absolute beginners to advanced skiers.

If you would like any more information on Interski and the resort of Gressoney please visit their website here: https://www.interski.co.uk/Schools/resort.php?rId=21 

Next Steps: How to Apply

Spaces are limited to 36 students and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, however behaviour will be monitored and evaluated until the trip departs.

To secure a place for your child you will need to pay the initial deposit via ParentPay however this won’t open until Friday 9th January 2026  and will close on 30th January 2026.

We will hold a Parents’ Information Evening on Thursday 8th January 2026 at 17:00 to discuss the itinerary, kit list, and answer any questions.

Yours faithfully

Eddie Wraith
Head of Year and Teacher of PE

12th December 2025

Dear Parent / Carer

As we approach the end of term, we would like to inform you of a number of events taking place before the end of term. 

Christmas Services

As Christmas approaches each year group will be escorted to St Lawrence’s Church on Church Lane and the students will be dismissed directly from the church, except Year 7.  If you would like to attend any of the Carol Services at St Lawrence’s Church with your child’s year group, you would be made very welcome. Some services may finish slightly earlier and students may wait in church to be collected if required.  All students will receive a reward prior to going to church for their attendance on the day and when they leave church. 

Uniform and Equipment

At the beginning of the new term, we would like to remind you to ensure that your child has the correct uniform and all their equipment each day, including full PE kit (on PE days), basic stationary and their planner.  All students are required to have a planner and one was issued to all students in September, however, if your child has misplaced their planner a replacement will need to be purchased on ParentPay.  If, for any reason, you are unable to purchase essential items, please contact either your child’s Head of Year or [email protected] as we may be able to offer assistance.  

Attendance

I am aware that there has been an increased amount of illness around, and we very much hope that your child can be resilient and committed to their education to attend every day, as every day lost impacts their education.  Rewards prizes are being given out every day during the last week of term, for 100% on the day, and also for those students who have 100% attendance all week. You have to be in to win it! 

Finally, it has been an incredibly busy term with lots of exciting developments taking place across the Academy. I have thoroughly enjoyed my first term as Headteacher at The St Lawrence Academy and wanted to thank staff, students and parents for all of your support.. May I take this opportunity to wish those of you celebrating Christmas a wonderful festive time, and I hope everyone has a relaxing break.

We look forward to welcoming all of our students back on Monday 5th January at 8.15am prompt. 

Yours sincerely

D Ellerby

Mr D Ellerby
Headteacher