Dear Parents and Carers, Academy Update 30.03.20 Students in Years 11 and 13 have understandably been very concerned about how they will be awarded exam grades.  I believe that Ofqual, the organisation that oversees this process, will be issuing guidance to schools and colleges later this week about how to assess student attainment.  In the meantime, I […]

Dear Parents and Carers, Academy Update 27.03.20 At the end of our first full week of remote learning I would like to thank you very much for all of your support. It is difficult managing the worry of these days. Helping your children maintain their education at this time adds another layer of stress I […]

Dear Parents and Carers, Academy Update 26/3/20 I have been made aware that there are scams online asking parents to enter bank details in order to gain free school meal vouchers. These are not genuine, any free school meal vouchers will come through the school. Please also be extra vigilant about companies offering you access to particular […]

Dear Parents and Carers, Thank you for your ongoing support with your children’s learning. As the days go on it can become increasingly more difficult for us all to cope with social isolation.  I have enclosed a leaflet that contains information about how to access support.  This will support the helpful contacts information sent from […]

Dear Parents and Carers, School Closure from 23rd March 2020   You will be aware that the government have taken the decision to shut all schools. The RSA Academy will be shut from Monday 23rd March 2020. We will continue to provide work for your child and to maintain contact through our online channels.  Our primary method […]

Work Experience for our Year 10 and Post 16 students has been cancelled for 2020. A massive thank you to all employers who agreed to support our students. Stay safe Mrs Bird WEX Co-ordinator

Dear Parent and Carers, Update Covid-19 – restricted opening of schools You will all be aware of the Prime Minister’s announcement last night that schools will be closed for most students from Friday 20th March 2020. Like all school leaders, I am waiting for further information about which students are expected to continue to attend and […]

Dear Parents and Carers, Re Covid-19 (corona virus) Following the government announcement yesterday, we are continuing to operate in school. I am aware that there were troubling messages yesterday from the government, and I would like to reassure you that we are making sure that we are following all advice available to us. Our primary […]

Where to find the latest information Updates on COVID-19: https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus Guidance for educational settings: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-educational-settings-about-covid-19 Department for Education corona virus helpline The Department for Education corona virus helpline is now available to answer questions about COVID-19 relating to education and children’s social care. Staff, parents and young people can contact this helpline as follows: Phone: […]