Principal's update - 5 June 2026

Dear families

A very warm welcome back after what I hope was a great break in the sun!

This week, students in Years 7-10 visited Blackpool Zoo and Sealife Centre. This trip was both a great opportunity to enhance knowledge of animals and habitats for Biology and Geography students and a fun way of relaxing and enjoying time with friends - something our students certainly deserve!

Our Cycle 3 assessments have begun, meaning that whenever Year 11 aren't in the hall, other years are. These annual exams help us to understand what support each student needs in each subject, while also giving students experience of exam conditions and expectations before their GCSEs.

I'm pleased to share that some of our students will be invited to take part in the Bradford Pupil Voice Sustainability Summit, an exciting event focused on climate action and young people’s ideas for a more sustainable future. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills by sharing their ideas and representing the school. They will be able to learn from other schools, explore real-world environmental issues, and connect their interests to future careers in growing “green” industries. The event also encourages teamwork, creativity, and a sense of responsibility for the world around them. Mr Carrington will be leading on this, so do keep an eye out for his announcement in Morning Meeting.

We've also launched our Flamingo Land recognition event this week. Students who attend school every day between now and the end of term will be able to join their friends on a trip to Flamingo Land in September. This trip is a real highlight of the school year, and I hope that everyone has excellent attendance and is able to attend.

Finally, I want to commend our Year 11s, who have come back with renewed energy from the break and are still tackling those exams with resilience. I'm looking forward to seeing those results in August!

James Inman