Dear Parents and Carers,

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a restful break and enjoyed some quality time with friends and family. It is wonderful to welcome our community back for the start of the new module.

We have a number of exciting things happening this term, most notably our IB PYP Programme Re-evaluation. For those new to the process, this is a formal review that takes place every few years to ensure we are meeting the high global standards of the International Baccalaureate.

What does this mean for our academy?

• For Pupils: It is a chance to celebrate their curiosity and show how they are becoming independent, global thinkers.

• For Parents: It reinforces our commitment to providing a world-class, inquiry-based education for your children.

• For Staff: It is an opportunity to reflect on our teaching practices and continue to grow professionally.

We look forward to welcoming the team of visitors later this module and showcasing the exceptional learning that takes place in our academy every day. Your children have already returned with such energy, and the classrooms are already filled with excitement for the year ahead.

Here’s to a fantastic start to 2026.

Mrs J Tipple 

Principal