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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

For the safety of all our students, please avoid parking on or near the zig zag lines outside the academy.  Parking in these areas, even for a short time, obstructs visibility for children crossing the road.  

There is no access into the visitor car park or parking near the gate during the start and end of the academy day for student safety. 

Please allow extra time for your journey so you can park at a safer place.  We all share the responsibility for keeping our academy community safe.

September 2025

Reminder – Leave of Absence in Term Time

I would like to take this opportunity to remind you that in September 2013, the Education (Pupil Registration) (England) Regulations were amended to prohibit the Headteacher of an academy granting leave of absence to a student except where an application has been made in advance and the Headteacher considers that there are exceptional circumstances relating to the application.  If the Headteacher grants a leave request, it will be for them to determine the length of time that the child can be away from school.

Leave of absence during term time interrupts continuity of teaching and learning and can disrupt the educational process of individual children, creating disruption in schools.  Promoting regular school attendance is a key component in the Government’s strategy to raise educational standards.  In order for children to reach their full potential and access the learning opportunities available to them, children must attend school regularly.

As a parent or carer, you are required by law to ensure that your child attends school regularly.

Leave of absence during term time is not an entitlement and will not be granted for the sole purpose of a family holiday.  Permission may only be granted by the Headteacher if the application was made in advance (retrospective consent will not be given) and there are exceptional circumstances relating to the request.  The parent with whom the child normally resides must provide evidence relating to the exceptional circumstances and include this when completing the leave of absence request form.  Each request will be considered on the exceptional circumstances on the application form.

Any absences taken without the Headteacher’s permission will be recorded as unauthorised in the school register and may result on a Penalty Notice or other legal intervention by the Education Inclusion Service for each parent.

Yours sincerely

Mr D Ellerby

Headteacher

Important Information

If a Penalty Notice does not act as a deterrent and the young person continues to miss his/her education, then prosecution proceedings will be considered for future unauthorised school absences.