Key Information

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.

letters shared - whole school

Parent, Teachers and Friends Association for Strood Academy - shared 28/03/25
Thank you from the Attendance Team - shared 01/04/25
Medical Information - shared 04/04/25
End of Module Newsletter Module 4 - shared 04/04/25

Staff Nomination - shared 07/04/25
Welcome Back to Module 5 - shared 17/04/25
Uniform Rebranding - shared 17/04/25
Year 6 Welcome Event Reminder - shared 23/04/25

Whole school notices

🏁 Module 5 Attendance Challenge! 🏁

Smash 100% attendance each week or for the full module for a shot at an epic prize draw! 🎟️

🎉 WIN 30 minutes of go-karting at Buckmore Park – one KS3 and one KS4 winner!

📅 Be in school. Be in it to win it. 🏆

🎶 Drum lessons now at Strood Academy!

💥 We now have a range of music and instrument lessons now available at Strood Academy.

🎶 Whether you're a beginner or looking to level up, we’ve got you covered!

📲 Check the relevant posters below for details on how to sign up!

SAFEGUARDING

Sinister Emojis

Lots of people around the UK have been watching the new Netflix release, Adolescence, and it has raised concerns regarding social media, emojis and the content that could be being accessed online by our young people. Lots of our children have mobile devices and access to the internet, so if you, like many parents especially after watching the recent release, have worries or concerns about the content, what it means, and how to keep your children safe online, I've attached some potentially helpful resources.

Don't forget, most schools will have pastoral teams and specialist safeguarding teachers, as well as your local neighbourhood officers, who will be more than happy to help you if you have specific concerns or worries relating to your child's online social presence. If you can, having open and frank discussions with your children about who they speak to, what they talk about, who can see their location and the websites or apps they access can go a long way in making sure they keep safe, and a reminder to parents/carers that most social media sites (including Snapchat and TikTok) have a minimum age of 13 before they can use the sites.

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 = Mrs Brice/Ms Hurley-Sherwood 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.

online safety

Search Engines

Search engines are a routine part of everyday life, giving instant access to billions of web pages; however, this also increases the risk of children encountering harmful, untrustworthy, or illegal content.

This guide offers parents and educators quickfire information about the risks of search engines and practical steps that can be taken to safeguard children online.

ZEPETO

ZEPETO is a hugely popular social app with millions of active players worldwide, offering an engaging digital experience – but not without its concerns, especially for younger users.

This guide offers an overview of the associated risks of ZEPETO and what you can do to keep young people safe when having fun online.

Transition to Strood Academy

🌟 Get ready to experience Strood Academy! 🌟

Our Transition Sessions for Years 4, 5, and 6 are the perfect way to get a real feel for life at our academy. From PE and Science to MFL and Performing Arts, these sessions will help you feel confident and excited about secondary school!

📅 Every Wednesday | 4:00 - 5:00 PM
📍 Strood Academy

We can't wait to welcome you! 💙✨

Click here for more information and to sign up!

Extra curricular clubs on offer

Year Group Updates

Year 7

Year 7 have returned from the Easter break with great enthusiasm and a positive attitude towards their learning. We hope they were able to take the opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy some quality time with family and friends. It’s been wonderful to see their energy and eagerness to get stuck into the new module. We’re looking forward to all that this module holds and are confident Year 7 are ready to rise to the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Year 8

Year 8 have made a fantastic start to the new module following the Easter break. We hope they enjoyed a well-deserved rest and had the chance to spend valuable time with loved ones. It’s been great to see them return with renewed focus and a readiness to engage with all the exciting learning planned for this module. We’re confident that Year 8 will continue to show resilience, curiosity, and commitment as they tackle the module ahead.

Year 9

Year 9 have returned from the Easter break with a mature and motivated approach to their learning. We hope they had a restful and enjoyable time with family and friends, and are now feeling refreshed and ready for the challenges of the new module. It’s been encouraging to see their focus and determination as they begin to take greater ownership of their learning. We’re excited to see all that they will achieve this module.

Year 1o

Year 10 have returned from the Easter break with a focused and driven mindset, ready to make the most of the module ahead. We hope they were able to relax and enjoy time with family over the holidays, and that they are now looking forward to their upcoming module, including their work experience placements, which will take place between 19th and 23rd May. This is a fantastic opportunity for them to gain valuable insights into the world of work, and we’re confident they will represent the school with maturity and enthusiasm.

Year 11

Year 11 have returned after the Easter break with a strong sense of purpose as they approach the final stretch of their GCSE journey. We hope they were able to find a balance between rest and revision over the holidays and are now feeling prepared for the weeks ahead. A reminder that the Year 11 Exams Information Afternoon will take place on Thursday 1st May—an important opportunity to ensure students and parents are fully informed and supported ahead of the official start of the GCSE exams on 8th May. We’re proud of the dedication Year 11 continue to show and will be with them every step of the way.

Sixth form

Our Sixth Form students have returned from the Easter break with a focused and determined attitude, ready to make the most of the module ahead. We hope they were able to take some time to relax and recharge, while also preparing for the important weeks to come. A reminder for Year 13 that their exams officially begin on 16th May, and we encourage all students to continue using their time wisely to revise, seek support when needed, and maintain a healthy balance. We’re confident in their ability to meet this challenge with resilience and maturity.
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