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Review of 2022/2023
Published 07/09/23Dear Parents,
We have produced a review of last year for you to see the wonderful array of events, trips, cultural events and opportunities given to our students. It is a wonderful reminder of a fabulous year and we hope you enjoy looking through.
Kind regards,
Mrs E Williams
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Arrangements for September 2023
Published 04/09/23Dear Parent/Carer,
Arrangements for September 2023
I hope you will enjoy a restful summer break.
Students will be returning to school in September as follows:
- Year 7: Tuesday 5th September at 8.20am
- Year 12: Tuesday 5th September at 10.15am
- Years 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13: Wednesday 6th September at 8.20am
Morning Arrangements
Students are to line up every morning promptly at 8.20am at the appropriate location where they will be greeted by their Form Tutor and accompanied into the building:
Year Group
Location
Year 7
Paved area through the double gates
Year 8
Playground by the canteen
Year 9
Basketball court (front of school)
Year 10
Basketball court (front of school)
Year 11
On the Muga
Sixth Form
Sixth Form centre
Students will be allocated a locker in the new term upon receipt of a deposit of £10.00. Payments can be made via our online payment system, ParentPay. Login details will be sent to you in due course. Cash payments cannot be accepted.
General Information
Uniform
All students are expected to adhere to the school’s Uniform Policy; students who are not wearing appropriate uniform may be sanctioned. Here is a reminder of our expectations, along with a copy of our Uniform Policy:
- Black Grace Academy Blazer, with appropriate coloured year group flash* and Academy logo.
* Year 7 – blue, Year 8 – green, Year 9 – purple, Year 10 – red, Year 11 – yellow
- Plain white cotton shirt with a top button that must be fastened at all times.
- Purple Grace Academy tie with GA logo on display below the knot.
- Black full-length trousers which hang below the ankle.
- Black pleated skirt which must be knee length and worn with plain black tights. Skirts that are non-pleated will not be permitted.
- Piercings:
- A single pair f ear studs are the only piercings permitted. All ther piercings must be removed prior to arrival at the Academy.
- Clear inserts r plasters covering piercings are not permitted.
- Watches:
- A mechanical watch is permitted.
- Smart watches are nt permitted.
- No hoodies, denim or leather jackets are allowed. Students may wear a coat to and from school and during free time, but these will remain in form rooms or lockers during the day.
- Hair should be of a natural colour.
- No false eyelashes or false nails to be worn.
Key Dates
We would also like to share some key dates for September with you:
- School photos: Monday 18th September
- Years 8-13 New Tutor introductory phone calls: week beginning Monday 18th September
- Year 7 Meet the Tutor evening: Thursday 5th October: 5pm to 7pm
- Sixth Form Open Evening: Thursday 5th October: 5pm to 7pm
We are excited for the academic year ahead and for our students to return to an Academy where they can continue to flourish and develop, embodying our Grace values of Limitless Potential, Intentional Excellence, Genuine Integrity, Mutual Respect and Amazing Grace as we move forwards in our “Grace Way”.
May I also take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support.
Yours sincerely,
Mrs N Whiles
Principal - Read More
Year 13 Results Day 2023
Published 17/08/23It has been a lovely morning with a buzz of excitement in the air having the students come in to collect their results, with staff here to share the moment with them. Post 16 courses are extremely demanding and the students deserve huge credit for their achievements and the hard work they have put in over the past two years.
Our partnership with Coventry Building Society has exponentially improved the students’ ability to revise, enhance their study skills and prepare for employment, as reflected by their results and we are extremely grateful to CBS for their continued support for our students.
It has been wonderful to be able to speak with all our students in person to discuss their finalised next steps. Many of our students are intending to go on to university, whilst others have achieved good results and are choosing not to go to university and have been offered some fantastic opportunities following the route of employment or advanced apprenticeships.
Julia achieved an A in Psychology, a B in Biology and a Distinction* in Health and Social Care, and has a place at the University of Warwick to read Psychology. Julia said “I’m so pleased with my results, it’s so nice to know all the hard work has paid off. I know there were many stressful moments but I’m just excited to go to university”.
Abigail received a good set of results, including a B in Sociology and two Distinctions in Law and Business and has secured a place at the University of Birmingham to read Sociology. Abigail said “I’m so happy about the results I have achieved. The last two years have been a journey, and all the hard work has been worth it. I’m excited for the new chapter I’m about to begin”.
Lilly-Mae has a fantastic set of results, achieving two Distinctions in Law and Health & Social Care and a grade B in Psychology, and is very excited to be going to travel the world before embarking on further studies. Lilly-Mae said “I am grateful for all of the help I have had from teachers to help me get the grades I achieved. I am planning to travel in my gap year before possibly going to university”.
This is such an exciting time for our students with new pathways ahead and they deserve our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for their future endeavours.
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Revised AP timetable: Year 11 and 13
Published 10/03/23Changes due to snow closures
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Google classroom: 10.3.23
Published 09/03/23Link to lessons
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Closure (9/3 and 10/3)
Published 09/03/23Important announcement
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End of Term Letter Feb 23
Published 22/02/23End of Term Letter Feb 23
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Teachers' Strike Day - Wednesday 1st February 2023
Published 30/01/23Dear Parents/Carers, Re: Proposed Teachers’ Strike Action Day – Wednesday 1st February 2023 I am writing to inform you that we will be open as normal on Wednesday 1st February. You may have heard on the news that this is a day - Read More
Free Travel Passes for Students
Published 24/01/23Free Travel Passes for Students
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Guide for Booking Appointments for Parents' Evenings
Published 17/01/23Please see the attached document for step-by-step instructions for booking appointments with your child's teachers at Parents' Evenings.
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Year 11 and Sixth Form Parents' Evening - Thursday 19th January 2023
Published 17/01/23Dear Parents / Carer, Year 11 Parents’ Evening – Thursday 19th January – 4pm to 7pm We would like to invite you to our Year 11 Parents’ Evening which will be taking place on Thursday 19th January, starting at 4pm. Thi