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Late Sixth Form Applications | September 2025
Bexleyheath Academy sends weekly updates to all parents/carers by email. If you are a parent/carer of a student at Lift Bexleyheath and are not receiving this email, please click here to provide us with your current email address.
Bexleyheath Academy sends weekly updates to all parents/carers by email. If you are a parent/carer of a student at Lift Bexleyheath and are not receiving this email, please click here to provide us with your current email address.
On Latest News This Week:
On Latest News This Week:
Start-of-Term Arrangements | Term One starts on Wednesday, 03 September at 08:30 for Year 07 & Year 12. For all other year groups, Term One starts on Thursday, 04 September at 08:30.
Year 06 Transitions Events | Our Year 06 Transitions events for the September 2026 intake start this half term. All information regarding these events can be found here.
NEW Year 07 Update | First Day | Thank you to our families that joined our meeting last night where we helped families prepare for their child's first day. We are very pleased to welcome our new Year 07 students on Wednesday, 03 September, as they begin this important next stage of their educational journey. The Asda gate will be open from 08:00, and all students are expected to arrive on site before 08:30. The transition to secondary school is a significant milestone, and we would like to reassure all families that we are committed to supporting every child throughout this process. Our staff are dedicated to ensuring that all students feel settled, confident, and well-prepared to succeed both academically and personally. We recognise that this change may bring a mixture of anticipation and apprehension, and we will work closely with families to make the start of Year 07 a smooth and positive experience for all.
If you have any questions regarding Year 07 this weekend, please contact Ms Golding, Year Group Lead (ggolding@liftbexleyheath.org) or Ms Aricilar, Pastoral Manager (earicilar@liftbexleyheath.org).
We have invited some students to Booster Club to further prepare them for the start of their school year at Lift Bexleyheath. This was by invite only and if your child was selected to attend, you would have been contacted already. Booster Club provides additional support with Mathematics and English. Should you have any questions regarding Booster Club, please contact Dr Lucas, Assistant Principal (flucas@liftbexleyheath.org).
NEW Year 07 Update | Drop-in Sessions | To help support a smooth transition from primary to secondary school, we are offering all Year 7 families the option to book a short virtual meeting with Ms Golding during Term 01. These meetings are designed to provide parents and carers with an opportunity to raise any questions or concerns they may have as their child settles into secondary school. The meetings will be virtual. Appointments will be available on Wednesdays between 16:00 and 18:00. Slots will be released weekly, one week in advance, and can be booked on a first-come, first-served basis. We will email families with the days that these meetings are available and how to book.
Please note that any queries should be directed, in the first instance, to the Pastoral Manager, Mr Aricilar, who will be able to provide support or guidance as needed. The virtual meetings with Ms Golding are intended as an additional opportunity for families who may wish to discuss matters further. Should questions be related to SEND, there will be separate drop-in sessions with the SENDCo, we will email families of students with SEND directly to set these meetings up.
Email Changes & Homework | As part of our transition to Lift Bexleyheath, our email domain is changing to @liftbexleyheath.org. This process is now underway. We are aware that some students have experienced difficulties logging into certain homework platforms as a result of this change. While this has not affected all students, we want to reassure families that these issues are being addressed and will be fully resolved by Wednesday, 3rd September.
To ensure everything is working smoothly, we will carry out checks in prep classes on Thursday, 4th September to confirm that all students can access the platforms they need. We kindly ask for your patience during this transition. If your child continues to experience any problems after Thursday’s checks, please contact our Data Manager, Ms Fisher (dfisher@liftbexleyheath.org).
Welcome Back Information Evening | Virtual Meeting | We will be holding a Welcome Back assembly for all of our families on Tuesday, 02 September at 18:00. A link to this meeting can be found here. We will outline everything that you need to know to support your child during the academic year, which will include information about:
Parents' Evening
Homework Expectations
Prep Period
Reports vs Dynamic Progress Reporting
Parent Portal App
ParentPay
Extra-Curricular
Getting Ready to Return to School | The start of a new term is an important moment for setting the tone and expectations that will carry us through the year. Getting it right on the very first day ensures that lessons begin smoothly, valuable learning time is not lost, and every student is focused on achieving their best from the outset. To support this, we ask that all families carefully review and follow our uniform and equipment expectations. The School Uniform Policy can be found here, and it is essential that you take time to read it in full before your child returns.
A reminder of the key requirements:
Uniform: Students must arrive in full school uniform. School shoes must be black and polishable. Skirts must be knee length.
Appearance: Lashes, acrylic nails, nail polish, make-up, and jewellery are not permitted. Students arriving with these will be asked to remove them at the gate. Jewellery will be confiscated until the end of the academic year, and the academy will not take responsibility for loss or damage.
Bags: Students must carry a backpack. Handbags or side bags will be replaced at the gate with an academy-issued backpack. This ensures Chromebooks are protected and there is sufficient space for books, stationery, and PE kit.
Equipment: Students must bring the following each day:
2x black or blue pens
2x red pens
1 pencil, rubber, ruler, and highlighter
Colouring pencils
Scientific calculator
Note: Compasses and sharpeners are not permitted.
Chromebooks: Please ensure devices are fully charged each evening and that students bring their charger to school.
ParentPay: Please top up accounts to allow students to purchase food without disruption.
By arriving fully prepared, students send a clear message to themselves and others: they are ready to learn, to contribute, and to succeed. A strong, consistent start means we can focus every moment on high-quality teaching and learning. Thank you for your support in making sure every child is fully prepared for the first day back.
Chromebook Insurance | We charge £15 a year for Chromebook Insurance. This will be per Chromebook supplied. We will start to request payment for this from Monday, 08 September through ParentPay. This cost goes towards the cost of maintaining the Chromebook and is needed to ensure that we can continue to provide students with this resource which is needed for their education. Should damages occur to the Chromebook and the Chromebook does not have Chromebook insurance, we will request the full cost of the repair or the full cost of a replacement device which will be £210.
Student Timetables | Please ensure you have access to your Parent Portal account, as student timetables will be available to view from Tuesday, 02 September. Please contact info@bexleyheathacademy.org if you need your Parent Portal login information sent to you again.
BMX Star Continues to Win! | At Lift Bexleyheath, we are bursting with pride as we celebrate the incredible achievements of Roxie, one of our very own rising stars. Roxie recently competed in the 13–16 Cruiser BMX category, which was merged with the 17–29 Ladies category, making the competition even tougher. Despite the added challenge, Roxie showed outstanding determination and skill, securing the title of British No. 6 in her age group, a truly remarkable accomplishment.
Watching Roxie’s journey in BMX racing has been nothing short of inspiring. Her dedication to training, her resilience in the face of challenges, and her passion for the sport are qualities we deeply admire. To compete at this level at just 13 years old is an extraordinary achievement, and we could not be prouder of the progress she has made.
BMX (Bicycle Motocross) racing is a high energy sport that involves sprinting on bikes over purpose built dirt tracks filled with jumps, tight turns, and obstacles. Riders need explosive power, lightning fast reflexes, and razor sharp focus to succeed. The sport became an Olympic discipline in 2008 and has since grown rapidly, inspiring young riders across the globe.
Roxie’s success is also a powerful reminder of the importance of extra-curricular activities outside of school. Whether it’s sport, music, drama, or another pursuit, these opportunities help young people build resilience, confidence, and teamwork skills. For Roxie, BMX has been more than just a hobby, it has given her discipline, drive, and a community that supports her growth both on and off the track.
At Lift Bexleyheath, we believe in celebrating these achievements because they showcase the incredible potential of young people when given the chance to follow their passions. Roxie is proof that hard work and determination can lead to extraordinary results.
We look forward to supporting her as she continues her BMX journey, and we cannot wait to see what she achieves next!
Year 11 & Year 13 Interventions | Students in Year 11 and Year 13 have a longer day in comparison to the rest of the school as they prepare for their final examinations. Students start Period 00 at 07:50 and have a Period 05 which starts at 15:15. This programme will start on the week commencing Monday, 15 September.
Extra-Curricular | Our extra-curricular clubs programme will start on the week commencing Monday, 15 September. We will be sharing the programme for clubs next week.
Year 11 & Year 13 Summer Revision & Assignments | Please find the revision and assignments for Year 11 and Year 13 here. The deadline for completiong for this work is Friday, 05 September.
Year 08 - Year 10 | Summer Homework | The deadline for the homework is Thursday, 11 September 2025. Students can complete this homework over the summer holidays or complete this on the first week back. The homework to complete is on the following platforms:
Sparx Maths
Sparx Reader
Sparx Science
LanguageNut
Each platform will have different deadlines that appear through the holidays. Please ignore these. As long as students complete one piece of homework between Monday, 21 July - Thursday, 11 September from each platform, we will count this as homework completed for the summer. Should families wish to complete additional homework on the platform we are happy for this to happen as this further consolidates what they have learnt.
Competitions for the Summer | We have a number of competitions that run over the summer holidays. Students have until Friday, 05 September to complete their tasks or submit their entries. There will be a; first, second and third prize for students in each year group. Please encourage your child to take part in at least one of the competitions. For all the competitions that require a submission, please ensure that students write their full name and year group clearly on the submission. These can be submitted to the reception team.
Excellent Examination Results | We are incredibly proud of the outstanding A-Level and GCSE results achieved by our students this year at Lift Bexleyheath. These results are a reflection of the determination, resilience, and commitment our young people have shown throughout their studies. Their hard work and perseverance, often in the face of challenges, have paid off and we are delighted to see them celebrating such well-deserved success.
Sky News joined us for our results days to celebrate the success of our students. Please see here.
These achievements would not have been possible without the unwavering dedication of our staff, who have supported, challenged, and encouraged every student to reach their full potential. We are equally grateful to our families, whose encouragement, belief, and daily commitment to ensuring excellent attendance and partnership with the school played a vital role in this success. Together, this collaboration between students, staff, and families has created a culture where ambition and achievement thrive.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the staff and families who helped make our results days so special. Their presence, organisation, and encouragement created an atmosphere of celebration and pride, ensuring that our students felt recognised and valued for their accomplishments. These moments will stay with our students for years to come, marking the beginning of exciting new journeys ahead.
We will be sharing key performance headlines in the coming weeks.
Revision Links for Term 01 | To support you in making sure learning continues at home and to inform you about what your child is learning each term, we have provided you to links to resources for each curriculum. Whilst these resources can be found in the Curriculum section of the website, we have added the links below for ease for our core subject only. If you have any questions, please contact the relevant Faculty Director:
English | Ms Townsend | rtownsend@bexleyheathacademy.org
Mathematics | Ms Salmon | asalmon@bexleyheathacademy.org
Science | Ms Ghai | gghai@bexleyheathacademy.org
Spanish | Ms Wickington | swickington@bexleyheathacademy.org
Spotlight | Attendance
Spotlight | Attendance
Research has shown that regular attendance and good punctuality are crucial factors in students achieving their full potential in education. At Bexleyheath Academy we wish to work in partnership with parents and carers and so are seeking your full support in ensuring that your child attends the academy every day and on time. We are always pleased to work together with parents/carers in resolving any difficulties, but we are also committed to improving attendance levels at the academy.
The target attendance figure for all pupils is a minimum of 97% attendance. Based on current attendance figures your child will be placed in one of the following groups below.
Group 1: No Concern | Green Group | The student attends for 97% - 100% of the time.
Group 2: Concern | Yellow Group | The student attends for 95% - 96.9% of the time.
Group 3: Risk of Underachievement | Amber Group| The student attends for 93% - 94.9% of the time.
Group 4: Severe Risk of Underachievement | Pink Group | The student attends for 90% - 92.9% of the time.
Group 5: Extreme Risk of Underachievement | Red Group| The student attends for 0% - 89.9% of the time.
Your child will be informed of their Attendance Group by their pastoral manager. Bexleyheath Academy are monitoring students closely whose attendance is falling and will contact you if your child’s attendance does not improve. It is important that you monitor single day’s absence, as these days soon add up to weeks.
At Bexleyheath Academy we reward pupils who attend the academy each day and whose attendance is improving. Students are also rewarded for good punctuality. Here is an example of rewards for good attendance:
canteen “queue jumps” for 100% and most improve attendance twice every half term
end of term pizza party for 100% and most improved attendance
end of year them park trip for 100% and most improved attendance
If you are concerned about this new ‘Focus on Attendance’, there are important steps that you can take:
Ensure your child attends every day, on time, equipped and ready to learn by 08:30. Lesson time begins at 08:45 and all pupils need to be onsite by 8:40am. Students arriving after 9:10 may be marked absent and will require an explanatory note or the absence will remain unauthorised.
Ensure the academy has up-to-date addresses and telephone numbers. We will contact you if your child is absent and you have not contacted the academy. This ensures that the absence is quickly identified.
If your child is ill, contact the academy on each day of absence.
If you wish to check that your child has arrived at the academy contact the academy’s Attendance Officer at kjohnson@bexleyheathacademy.org . They will inform you if your child has been registered.
If no contact is received by parents/carers regarding the absence, it is recorded as unauthorised. Ultimately the academy is responsible for deciding if the absence is acceptable or not. Only genuine absence will be authorised. You will be asked to provide medical certificates if your child has a poor attendance record.
Ensure that medical appointments are made outside of academy time.
Avoid trivial absences such as, ‘buying new shoes’. This would not be accepted as a reasonable absence.
Holidays should not be taken in academy time. Any Request of Absence can only be agreed by the Principal and only agreed where there are exceptional circumstances.
Contact our family liaison officer if you are experiencing difficulty in getting your child into the academy at dkelly@bexleyheathacademy.org.
Thank you for working in partnership with us to achieve the highest possible levels of attendance and punctuality at Bexleyheath Academy.
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