Please ensure you are contacting the Academy via email or text message to alert The Attendance Team if your child is going to be late or will not be attending the Academy that day. Also, please ensure you are advising the attendance team of any appointments your child may have so we can ensure students are in reception at the correct time, ready to be collected. Contact details are listed below:
Text - 07860054458
Email and attached medical evidence where possible - attendance@stroodacademy.org
Phone/ voicemail - 01634 716621
A reminder of uniform expectations shared with all students.
A reminder of Student Code of Conduct.
End of Module 5 Newsletter - shared 23/05/25
Year 11 PE Kit Expectations for Upcoming Year - shared 03/06/25
Update to Term Dates 2025-2026 - shared 06/06/25
Blazers Module 6 - shared 19/06/25
Year 7 Summer Multi Activity Camp - shared 24/06/25
Year 10 Geography Field Trip - shared 04/07/25
Year 6/7 Transition Trip - shared 07/07/25
Cultural Fashion Show - shared 07/07/25
Social Media Photo Consent - shared 08/07/25
GCSE Results Day - shared 09/07/25
Partnership with NCCE
🚀 We're excited to be working with the National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE) at STEM learning! This incredible program is helping us strengthen teacher subject knowledge and pedagogical practice through collaboration with expert advisors. 👩🏫💡
We're also proud to be engaging with the "I Belong" initiative, which focuses on breaking down barriers to increase girls’ participation in Computer Science. 💻👧
As part of our ongoing journey, we're working towards achieving the Computing Quality Mark 🏅— a testament to our commitment to high-quality computing education for all our students.
🌞 Free Summer Fun & Family Support in Strood! 🌈
Looking for exciting activities and support this summer? The Strood Family Hub has you covered with:
🎨 Free themed holiday sessions for children under 8 – from The Very Hungry Caterpillar 🐛 to Pirates & Mermaids 🏴☠️🧜♀️
🧸 Summer Fun Day – 13 August at Gun Lane Wellbeing Centre, no booking needed!
👨👩👧👦 Support services from Home-Start Medway, SENDIASS, Health Visitors, Midwives & more
📲 Book online: Medway.gov.uk/FamilyHubEvents
📅 21 July – 29 August 2025
📍Various locations across Strood & Medway
✨ Plus, find even more events and resources by downloading the Medway Family Hub app!
As always the Strood Academy Safeguarding team are here to help. Please get in touch with us by using the below contact details:
Designated Safeguard Lead = Ms Lindsay
Deputy Safeguard Lead = Ms Barlow
College Safeguarding Officers and Contacts:
Victory = Ms Cunningham victory@stroodacademy.org
Hercules = Mrs Brice hercules@stroodacademy.org
Trafalgar = Ms Hurley-Sherwood trafalgar@stroodacademy.org
Please note, Strood Academy has a Safeguarding email which is operating both during and outside of school hours- safeguarding@stroodacademy.org. Please reach out to us if there is anything we can do to support.
AI-Enabled Scams
AI isn’t just transforming the way we learn and work, it’s also reshaping the tactics scammers use online. From generating convincing phishing emails to fabricating influencer videos, criminals are using AI to make their scams more convincing than ever. Young people, who often embrace new tech quickly, can be especially vulnerable.
This guide highlights several AI-enabled dangers – including romance scams, deepfake audio and video impersonations, and fake job offers – and explains how to spot and report them. With clear tips for verifying content, thinking critically, and using trusted platforms, it’s essential reading for parents and educators to help young people stay one step ahead of the scammers.
Strood Academy is committed to providing an appropriate and high quality education to all the children living in our community. At the Academy we believe that all students have learning differences rather than learning difficulties. We are determined to promote inclusion and remove barriers to learning. All children are equally valued in our school. Our inclusive curriculum caters for the needs of all students and we ensure our teachers practice strategies that ensure all students can access their education with success.
The Special Educational Needs Team work together to ensure the guidance in the SEN Code of Practice (2014) and Children and Families Act (2014) is implemented to support our students and ensure they learn in a fully inclusive environment. The work we do is outlined in The SEN Information Report and The Education Authorities Local Offer.
Year 7 have had a fantastic year, and we couldn't be prouder of everything they’ve achieved. They’ve embraced new challenges with enthusiasm, shown great resilience, and grown in confidence both academically and personally. From settling into a new school environment to forming strong friendships and taking part in a wide range of activities, they’ve truly made the most of every opportunity. Well done, Year 7 — you've been brilliant!
Year 8 have had an impressive year, building on their previous experiences and showing real maturity and growth. They’ve demonstrated increased independence in their learning, supported one another as a community, and continued to contribute positively to school life. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, or through creative projects, their enthusiasm and determination have shone through. We are incredibly proud of all they’ve achieved — well done, Year 8!
Year 9 have truly come into their own this year, showing great progress, leadership, and a strong sense of identity. They’ve taken on new responsibilities with confidence, begun to think more deeply about their future pathways, and continued to impress us with their creativity, resilience, and drive. Their contributions to school life have been invaluable, and they’ve set a fantastic example for the younger years. We are so proud of everything they’ve accomplished — well done, Year 9!
Year 10 have had a remarkable year, rising to the challenges of their GCSE courses with focus, maturity, and determination. They’ve shown real dedication to their studies, while also continuing to grow as individuals and support one another as a year group. Their work ethic, resilience, and commitment to success have been inspiring, and they are well on their way to achieving great things. We’re incredibly proud of their efforts — well done, Year 10!
Year 11 have shown incredible determination, resilience, and focus throughout what has been a demanding and important year. They approached their exams with maturity and a strong work ethic, and we couldn’t be prouder of the way they handled themselves. As they now look ahead to the next stage of their journey, we wish them all the very best for results day on Thursday 21st August. Whatever the outcome, they should be proud of everything they’ve achieved — well done, Year 11!
Our Sixth Form students have had an outstanding year, showing dedication, leadership, and a real commitment to their futures. Year 12 have laid strong foundations for success next year, while Year 13 have worked incredibly hard in preparation for their final exams and the exciting paths ahead. We are so proud of all they’ve achieved, both academically and personally. We wish our Year 13 students the very best of luck for results day on Thursday 14th August — your next chapter is just beginning, and we know you’ll go on to do amazing things. Well done, Sixth Form!
Attached is the KS5 dress code for your information, as well as Expectations which have been shared with year 12 and 13 students
Year 12 University Information Evening Letter - shared 12/03/25