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March 2024

Dear Parents/Carers,

In the approach to Easter we have reminded students of our anti-bullying process in an attempt to ensure that they are keeping themselves and others safe.  We are also keen to consistently encourage students to report all incidents that they feel could be related to bullying. We take all incidents of unkind behaviour and bullying seriously and have a zero tolerance approach.  At The St Lawrence Academy, we aim to create an environment where students feel safe and happy every single day. 

Should you or your child have any concerns around behaviour that is unkind or suspected bullying, please report these by emailing your concerns to: [email protected].

Student responsibilities in relation to bullying:

• Report any concerns around bullying to a member of staff immediately or send an email to this address: [email protected]
• Stay strong and know that you do not deserve to be bullied
• Talk to friends and stay in our safe spaces
• Seek advice or ways to deal with bullying from staff
• Do not respond to any form of bullying with violence
• Tell an adult if you know someone else is being bullied

Parent responsibilities in relation to bullying:

Most people have experienced unkind behaviour in some form throughout their lives, you can help your child by:

• Educate children on what is kind and unkind behaviour 
• Support children in identifying what is right and wrong 
• Encourage children to report this to a member of school staff
• Reassure children that we will tackle this 

Together, we can beat bullying!

Thank you for your support, we hope you have a lovely Easter break.

Yours sincerely

Mrs G Pattinson

Deputy Headteacher

19th March 2024

Dear Parent / Carer,

As we approach the end of term, we would like to inform you of the plans for the final week of term.  

Easter Services

As Easter approaches, each year group will be escorted to St Lawrence’s Church on Church Lane and the students will be dismissed directly from there.  If you would like to attend any of the Services at St Lawrence’s Church with your child’s year group, you would be made very welcome. 

The Academy reopens on Monday 15th April 2024 at 8.25am. We appreciate there will be a number of festivities taking place during these school holidays, so may we take this opportunity to wish all families celebrating Easter, a very Happy Easter and for all of our families celebrating Eid, Eid Mubarak. 

Warm Regards,

Mr M Hire

Headteacher

March 2024

Dear Parents/Carers

Re: Ramadan 2024

As I am sure you are aware, the Islamic holy month of Ramadan is fast approaching 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 over 35% 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 2024 is likely to start on Monday 11th March 2024. 

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

• Monday 11th March- students presented Ramadan information in staff briefing
• In our Central Atrium we have ‘ Ramadan’ display information for those who would like to learn more about Ramadan.
• Lunch times WF04, WF05, WF06 can be used  as safe spaces for prayer- the reflection room will not be suitable due to the number of students wanting to pray. 
• Toilets will be open during both lunch times for students to make wudu (ablutions)
• Reflections for the week beginning Ramadan are around Ramadan allowing students and teachers to reflect and have conversations around why muslims fast.
• 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)!

Warm regards

Mr Hire

Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

As we continue our work around the expectations of our students and the behaviours we expect within the TSLA community, we are keen to share the progress so far and the next steps that we will be taking to work alongside you and your children based upon your feedback.

Our RESET provision is now fully operational, and we have seen a 63% reduction in lessons missed, in addition to an increase in engagement in lessons. 

This shows the impact of high expectations and a commitment to make every minute of learning count. As we continue our drive on punctuality, attendance and learning behaviours, we will keep you updated on the next area of focus as we move through the spring term and into summer.

Some key things that we would like to remind you of in relation to our expectations:

• Trainers are not permitted
• Nose studs are not permitted
• False nails are not permitted
• Students wearing skirts must wear the Academy skirt and not black tube 
• Electric scooters are prohibited on-site and students should not be using them to come to the academy
• Mobile phones not to be used within the academy

We value the importance of the parent partnership and welcome ongoing liaison with you around your child’s needs and your concerns. Please ensure that you continue to communicate with us so that we can ensure your child’s academic and development needs are supported.  

We would also like to notify you that the student services desk will no longer be open during lesson times. If a child needs urgent medical assistance first aid will be called by the teacher or they can speak to a Student Progress Leader.  A member of staff will call you if your child is assessed as needing to go home ill. 

We thank you for your ongoing support with our behavioural initiatives, and look forward to updating you further with their future successes.

Kind regards

Mrs G Pattinson

Deputy Headteacher

Year 10 Raising Aspirations Day
Tuesday 5th March
Grimsby Institute & University Centre

On Tuesday 5th March The St Lawrence Academy will be providing all students with their second RAD (Raising Aspirations Day) of the year. These days provide our young people with the opportunity to engage with post-16 providers and employers whilst also developing essential employability skills for life. Year 10 will be attending Grimsby Institute and University Centre on Tuesday 5th March, this is a fantastic opportunity for students to broaden their horizons and consider a range of potential careers. 

Some of the sessions that our students can choose from are:

• Automotive (Motor Vehicle)
• Apprenticeships
• Construction
• Animal Care
• Games Design
• Hair & Beauty
• Travel & Tourism
• Childcare
• Fabrication & Welding 
• Plumbing

Alongside many more.

Students will need to arrive at the academy by 8:25am in full academy uniform as usual. Students will depart from the academy at 8:30am – 8:40am by coach, and they will return at approximately 2:45pm to be dismissed from the academy. Students will not be required to bring their own packed lunch for the event as lunch will be provided on the day, but they may bring their own if they prefer:

Please complete the attached Consent Form for your child to attend.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact Mr Stainton via email on [email protected].

Kind regards

Mr James Stainton
Associate Assistant Headteacher – Personal Development
Year 10 Achievement Team Leader &
Teacher of Physical Education

RAD – John Leggott College 2024

Dear Parent or Carer,

On Tuesday 5th March 2024, the academy will be holding its second RAD day of the academic year. On this day Year 8 students and their tutors will be visiting John Leggott College on West Common Lane to gain a taste of college life for the future. 

Students are to come to school at the normal time in their full academy uniform.

There will be an activity period 1 and the year group will walk under supervision to the college setting off at 10:00 am. We will arrive at college by 10:40 am. Students will experience 3 one hour taster sessions of their own choosing from a selection the college offers.

Students will need to make their own arrangements for lunch which will be eaten onsite. Students can either bring a packed lunch or purchase lunch from the college cafeteria. Students who are entitled to a free school meal will receive a packed lunch if they choose to take one.

The day will end at 2:40 pm and students will be dismissed directly from the college. If you would like your child to be accompanied back to the academy then please email me directly on [email protected] by Friday 1st March to indicate this.

We expect all our students to conduct themselves in a respectful, safe manner. The academy reserves the right to remove any student from the visit prior to or during the visit if we feel academy expectations are not being met.

Yours sincerely

Mr A Murray
Year 8 Achievement Team Leader