Xmas Letter 2025

12th December 2025Leonardo Preguica

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. 

Monday 15th December Year 7 Christmas Service  –  11.45am – 12.25pm – return for lunch
Monday 15th December Year 11 Christmas Service – 3.00pm – 3.40pm
Tuesday 16th December Year 9 Christmas Service  – 2.00pm – 2.40pm
Wednesday 17th December Year 10 Christmas Service  –  2.00pm – 2.40pm
Thursday 18th  December Year 8 Christmas Service  –  2.00pm – 2.40pm 

Community & CCF service
Wednesday 18th December		 In addition there will be a community & CCF carol service at the church on Wednesday 17th December at 4pm. We would welcome as many parents/carers and families to join us at St Lawrence’s Church for this special occasion and celebration in the build up to Christmas. Refreshments will be available afterwards at our Community Cafe. 
Christmas Dinner
Wednesday 18th December		 Christmas Lunch will be available for all students from the diner of a roast turkey meal for the usual meal price.  There will be limited other items for purchase on this date. Please ensure your child has money on their meals account via ParentPay unless they are entitled to free school meals. 
Christmas Jumper Day
Friday 19th December		 Students will be able to wear Christmas jumpers if they wish to do so. Christmas jumpers must be worn along with normal academy uniform. including a blazer.  A suggested minimum £1 donation should be made on Parentpay via the Donations Page which does not need a log on  –  please click this link
Last Day of Term
Friday 19th December		 The academy closes for the Christmas Holidays at 12.15pm on Friday 19th December and all students will be dismissed at 12.15pm, lunch will be available for students at break time.
Academy Re-opens
Monday 5th January 2026		 The academy reopens to all students and students should ensure they arrive punctually by 8.15am.

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

Withington Trust Funding available

28th November 2025Leonardo Preguica
Just a quick note to remind you about funding that is available from The Withington Trust, that may be able to financially support activities your students are involved in outside of school. Applicable to students under the age of 21 and resident in North Lincolnshire (or up to the age of 25 for SEND students if DFE legislation applies), to enable them to continue or undertake extra-curricular activities that they have shown a commitment of time to outside of normal educational hours and not usually provided for in a normal educational curriculum.
For example:
➔ATHLETICS /MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING/COMPETITIONS
➔SPORT TOURS
➔EQUIPMENT/KIT( for SPORT, MUSIC, DANCE AND THEATRE COURSES/COMPETITIONS)
Attached is some information on how students should apply . Please feel free to display or distribute as you see fit to inform your students and their parents.

Uniform Letter October 2025

23rd October 2025Leonardo Preguica

Dear Parents and Carers

I am writing to you today with a friendly but important reminder concerning our school uniform policy, specifically regarding student trousers.

We have recently observed an increasing number of students wearing trousers that do not comply with the specified uniform standards. In particular, we have seen a rise in styles such as heavily flared or overtly tight/skinny trousers. While we appreciate students’ desire to keep up with current fashion trends, it is essential that the school uniform maintains a smart, professional, and consistent appearance for all students.

For a reminder of the academy uniform policy, and clear guidance on acceptable/ unacceptable uniform items, please visit the academy website on the link below:

Uniform Policy

We expect all students to be in correct uniform immediately following the upcoming half-term break. We understand that parents may need time to purchase replacement items, and we wanted to give you notice before the break begins. We believe that adherence to the uniform policy is vital in promoting a positive learning environment, instilling a sense of belonging, and preparing students for the standards expected in professional life.

If you require confidential financial support to ensure your child meets this uniform standard, please contact your child’s Head of Year as soon as possible, as there are support options available. 

We thank you for your continued support in reinforcing these standards at home.

Yours sincerely,

Dan Ellerby

Headteacher