Family bulletins

Spring 2024

Issue 9
In this issue of the Families bulletin: mobile phones in school, a reminder of the Parent Governor elections and tomorrow's fundraiser disco.

Issue 8
In this issue of the Families bulletin: what's been happening in PD, your chance to elect a new Parent Governor and details of new clubs.

Issue 7

In this issue of the Families bulletin: the KS5 Assessment Cycle, our programme for next week's World Book Day and details of a new Graphic Novel club.

Issue 6

In this issue of the Families bulletin: this week's successes, a Parent Governor vacancy and an invite to the Quiz Night on Thursday 29 February.

Issue 5

In this issue of the Families bulletin: supporting everyone in our community to attend school, the upcoming Y9 Pathways Launch and fundraising events.

Issue 4
In this issue of the Families bulletin: INSET Day reminder, Independent Learning in the school term and over the break and Camden Youth MP elections.

Issue 3
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Y9 Pathways process and key dates, Y7-Y9 cross country information and LaSWAP application interviews reminder.

Issue 2
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Behaviour for Learning, new clubs and upcoming Parents' Evenings and events.

Issue 1
In this issue of the Families bulletin: a reminder of the Home School Agreement, the OAE PULSE programme and T Level Information Evening details.

Autumn 2023

Issue 13
In this issue of the Families bulletin: end of and start of term plans, an OAE opportunity for young musicians and Christmas Lunch and Jumper Day information.

Issue 12
In this issue of the Families bulletin: festive end of term treats, attendance in the last 2 weeks and a holiday activities and food programme link.

Issue 11
In this issue of the Families bulletin: how to support your child with independent learning, new clubs and an invite to the Christmas Concert!

Issue 10
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Ofsted's final report, supporting your child to do well, an INSET Day reminder and new film making clubs.

Issue 9

In this issue of the Families bulletin: a reminder of next week's INSET Day, how we covered Anti-Bullying Week, an upcoming cooking club and nasal flu vaccination information.

Issue 8
In this issue of the Families bulletin: making the most of Parents' Evening, the dates of all Parents' Evenings and the updated PE Clubs timetable.

Issue 7
In this issue of the Families bulletin: new clubs, the plan for Drop Down Day on Monday 6 November and key upcoming dates for all year groups.

Issue 6

In this issue of the Families bulletin: a thank you to all students and families, maintaining our culture of safeguarding and upcoming Parent Workshops.

Issue 5

In this issue of the Families bulletin: a letter on talking to students about global conflicts, the big impact of lateness to school and lessons and an invite to the abPTA Chilli Night on Thursday 19 October.

Issue 4

In this issue of the Families bulletin:
 school closure on Monday 9 October for Inset Day, Black History Season and Personal Development, plus upcoming cooking clubs.

Issue 3
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Tube strikes arrangements, Autumn Term behaviour focus, applying for FSM and new clubs.


Issue 2

In this issue of the Families bulletin: 'Our' OAE, new clubs and a wealth of Work Experience opportunities for students.

Issue 1
In this issue of the Families bulletin: early closure next Wednesday 20 September, updated clubs timetable and ensuring student success.

Summer 2023

Issue 12
In this issue of the Families bulletin: rounding off the term, end of term and start of term arrangements and staying safe and healthy this Summer.


Issue 11

In this issue of the Families bulletin: developing students’ aspirations, end of term and start of term plans and the awards and exhibition evening invite.

Issue 10
In this issue of the Families bulletin: NEU strike action reminder, next steps & Results’ Days and activities & food programmes available in the Summer holidays.

Issue 9

In this issue of the Families bulletin: NEU Intended Strike Action dates, CEIAG Drop Down Day plans and how you can get involved in transforming the Assembly Hall. The correct email address to use for the School Trust is abstrust@aclandburghley.camden.sch.uk

Issue 8

In this issue of the Families bulletin: Flying Start impact, canteen survey, new clubs and the Secret Art Auction including a special alumni welcome.

Issue 7
In this issue of the Families bulletin: equipment, presentation and homework in the Flying Start, Maths Challenge club and updated PE clubs.

Issue 6

In this issue of the Families bulletin: Headteacher's letter, Flying Start arrangements for Summer term 2, new date for the Science film club and an invite to the Aladdin Jr. whole school production.

Issue 5
In this issue of the Families bulletin: how we marked Mental Health Awareness Week, the Headteacher Open Forum link, new Parent Governor intro and a final call for Art Auction submissions!

Issue 4
In this issue of the Families bulletin: the Flying Start explained, the Headteacher Open Forum date, new clubs and a unique new vacancy at the school.

Issue 3
In this issue of the Families bulletin: four online safety strategies to use with your child, behaviour points explained and the Art Auction return.

Issue 2
In this issue of the Families bulletin: remaining NEU strike date, marking the Coronation and celebrating diversity.

Issue 1
In this issue of the Families bulletin: NEU intended strike dates, our alumni community, Parent Governor elections and upcoming exciting events.

Spring 2023

Issue 12
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Headteacher's end of term letter, Parent Governor vacancy and an updated list of free holiday activities.

Issue 11
In this issue of the Families bulletin: what's happening in PE, an update on Y11 Easter revision opportunities and free activities and food programmes available locally to families in the Easter holidays.

Issue 10
In this issue of the Families bulletin: what's happening in Languages, becoming a student ambassador and Y11 Easter revision opportunities.

Issue 9
In this issue of the Families bulletin: a reminder of the next NEU strike action dates, how we are marking Science Week and a Camden SEND Parent Day invite.

Issue 8
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Personal Development lessons, a careers workshop and online safety resources compiled.

Issue 7
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Next NEU Action strike date reminder, World Book Day plans, Grease Musical invite and more enrichment opportunities.

Issue 6
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Headteacher's end of term letter, Computing, Media and Social Sciences update and the Turkey-Syria earthquake fundraiser.

Issue 5
In this issue of the Families bulletin: STEAM Drop Down Day programme, Online Safety Season resource 5 and cost of living support information.

Issue 4
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Free School Meals provision for Wednesday 1 February, Online Safety Season resource 4 and Personal Development sessions on Monday 30 January.

Issue 3
In this issue of the Families bulletin: industrial action dates, maths topics this half term, Online Safety Season resource 3 and parent workshops.

Issue 2
In this issue of the Families bulletin: what’s happening in Science, the next Online Safety Season resource, new clubs and the launch of the T Level.

Issue 1
In this issue of the Families bulletin: next week's Pathways launch on Thursday 12 January, how to keep your child safe online and new clubs this term including a Japanese Language club.

Autumn 2022

Issue 13
In this issue of the Families bulletin: last week of term including arrangements for the last day and a reminder of the Christmas fair and concert!

Issue 12
In this issue of the Families bulletin: Y9 pathways, end of term arrangements, bus strikes, festive dates and further extra-curricular opportunities.

Issue 11
In this issue of the Families bulletin: responding to student voice, SEND coffee evening and more on the upcoming Christmas music concert.

Issue 10
In this issue of the Families bulletin: INSET Day reminder on Friday 25 November, an invite to the LaSWAP Open Evening on Thursday 24 November and your attendance questions answered.

Issue 9
In this issue of the Families bulletin: the plan for PD Day on Monday 14 November and festive dates for your diary including the Christmas Music Concert.

Issue 8
In this issue of the Families bulletin: safety in the local area, potential rail strike arrangements and upcoming Parents' Evenings.

Issue 7
The latest bulletin includes the
 build up to Anti-Bullying Week, rail strike arrangements and an external half-term film-making project opportunity. Please note that the advertised Brutalist Britain book launch will take place on Wednesday 26 October, not 26 September as advertised.

Issue 6
The latest bulletin includes key attendance contacts, details of Monday's PD sessions and new enrichment opportunities.

Issue 5
The latest bulletin includes information on how the school supports students with assessment, a reminder of the change to the our mobile number and email address and new club listings.

Issue 4
The latest bulletin includes Black History Season plans, a system update reminder and the rail strike arrangements for Wednesday 5 October.

Issue 3
The latest bulletin includes a reminder of equipment expectations, the new number to use when texting the school and important trips information.

Issue 2
The latest bulletin includes a reminder of behaviour expectations, a survey on PD workshops for parents and new clubs for this term.

Issue 1
The first bulletin of the new academic year includes a warm welcome back, our extensive extra-curricular provision for this term and a wealth of community events to get involved in, as well as how we will be marking the sad death of  Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Summer 2022

Issue 14 (21/07/22)
The last bulletin of this term features the start of term arrangements for September, summer food vouchers for families and an extensive list of free summer activities including 2 new additions, available to young people locally.

Issue 13 (18/07/22)
The latest bulletin features the a
rrangements for the final week including early closures, as well as a message about phone safety from the Safety Schools Officer and a comprehensive list of free summer activities available locally. 

Issue 12 (11/07/22)
The latest bulletin 
includes an invite to the Summer BBQ, Rewards Evening and IN FLUX Art Exhibition on Friday 15 July, as well as an invite to a Parent Workshop on Supporting young people with mental health over the summer holidays on Wednesday 20 July.

Issue 11 (04/07/22)
The latest bulletin includes plans for CEIAG Dropdown Day, Youth Safety Fortnight and Sports Day 2.

Issue 10 (27/06/22)
The latest bulletin includes how we marked Diversity Week, an invite to a Girls in Physics Evening from Highgate School and information on the upcoming Sports Days on Monday 27 June and Tuesday 5 July.

Issue 9 (20/06/22)
The latest bulletin includes the plans in place due to next week's rail strike, information on how we're celebrating Diversity Month and an invite to Oliver Jr, the Whole School Production on Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 June.

Issue 8 (13/06/22)
The latest bulletin includes a key piece on d
riving up standards on behaviour and attendance from the Headteacher, an invite to the IN FLUX Art Exhibition on Friday 15 July and the link to the running of the day for the new Y11 Work Experience Interviews on
Friday 17 June.

Issue 7 (06/06/22)
The latest bulletin includes a number of external opportunities for all year groups, including activities for the half term and revision timetables for Y11 and Y13.

Issue 6 (23/05/22)
The new look bulletin includes information on the Flying Start, an important piece on the impact of attendance on progress and a link to the latest Work Experience opportunities, careers and post-16 options compiled by our Careers Coordinator.

Issue 5 (16/05/22)
The new look bulletin includes an update on the Personal Development Curriculum, Dates for your Diary, including LIVE AT THE HEX and 'What's on in the Library'.

Issue 4 (09/05/22)
This week's bulletin invites families to give feedback on the new Parental Communications Policy, advertises the Administrative Assistant post at LaSWAP and includes flyers for a number of upcoming events at the school.

Issue 3 (02/05/22)
This week's bulletin includes the statements of the candidates standing in the Parent Governor Election, a reminder of the DYSTOPIA UTOPIA dance show on Friday 6 May at 7pm, as well as an invite to a new indie music event by OAE Young Producers and more information on the Carnegie Reading Challenge at the library.

Issue 2 (25/04/22)
This week's bulletin includes links to cross-curricular support for Y11 ahead of their exams, a reminder on the correct PE kit and a wealth of work placement opportunities.

Issue 1 (18/04/22)
This week's bulletin includes a reminder about the school's expectations of all students, links to exam and revision timetables, as well as ideas for free Easter holiday activities in the local area.

Spring 2022

Issue 12 (28/03/22)
This week's bulletin includes a reminder about the Parent Governor election, Camden's Easter Holiday activities programme and various extra-curricular opportunities.

Issue 11 (21/03/22)
This week's bulletin includes information on the Parent Governor election, audition details for the Oliver JR production and Camden's Easter Holiday activities programme which is free of charge to students eligible for free school meals.

Issue 10 (14/03/22)
This week's bulletin includes the Term Dates for the academic year of 2022-23 as well as information on the new art club and other extra-curricular opportunities.

Issue 9 (07/03/22)
This week's bulletin includes information on the Parent Governor vacancy, an offer of discounted tickets from the OAE and apprenticeship opportunities in the 'Community News' section.

Issue 8 (28/02/22)
This week's bulletin includes an update on COVID guidance, a link to a parent/carer travel survey and 'What's on in the Library' for World Book Day.

Issue 7 (21/02/22)
This week's bulletin includes links to half term revision sessions for Y11 and Y13, information on a number of clubs and a ticket offer from the OAE.

Issue 6 (07/02/22)
This week's bulletin includes information on the STEAM Day on Thursday 10 February, details of the Dance Show Auditions and extended Community News.

Issue 5 (31/01/22)
This week's bulletin includes a reminder of the COVID vaccination timings on Wednesday 9 February, updates from Student Voice and extra-curricular opportunities from our partners in the community.

Issue 5 (31/01/22)
This week's bulletin includes a reminder of the COVID vaccination timings on Wednesday 9 February, updates from Student Voice and extra-curricular opportunities from our partners in the community.

Issue 4 (24/01/22)
This week's bulletin includes key information on supporting mental health in young people, the COVID vaccination timings on Wednesday 9 February and a change to key stage news.

Issue 3 (17/01/22)
This week's bulletin includes important information from the Y9 Pathways Event, 'What’s on
in the Library' and details about the Y10 Parents’ Evening on Thursday 20 January which is being held online.

Issue 2 (10/01/22)
This week's bulletin includes our extra-curricular offer for Spring Term 1, dates of the GCSE Speaking mock exams and a reminder of the Y9 Pathways timeline.

Issue 1 (05/01/22)
This week's bulletin includes information on the start of term arrangements, links to organisations that can provide additional support during the holidays and dates for just some of the clubs available in the Spring term.

Autumn 2021

Issue 14 (13/12/21)
This week's bulletin includes details on the Camden winter holiday activity and food programme, an invite to the Christmas Music Concert on Thursday 16 December and the Y9 Pathways process key dates.

Issue 13 (06/12/21)
This week's bulletin includes information on mock exams for Y11, 12 and 13, Y9 virtual Parents' Evening and Science Film Club.

Issue 12 (29/11/21)
This week's bulletin includes information on The Metropolitan Police Christmas Tree Appeal, the Girls in Physics Panel Talk and the upcoming Fiddler on the Roof show dates.

Issue 11 (22/11/21)
This week's bulletin includes information on how to get involved in the AEN department and details on Camden's Christmas card competition.

Issue 10 (15/11/21)
This week's bulletin includes updated information on the LaSWAP Open Evening, the Personal Development timetable and the latest 'dates for your diary'.

Issue 9 (08/11/21)
This week's bulletin includes information on parent/carer workshops being run by the Camden Mental Health Team, as well as a wealth of extra-curricular opportunities for all year groups and the films being screened in the Library as part of Acland Burghley's Black History Season.

Issue 8 (01/11/21)
This week's bulletin includes an opportunity for students to go on the schools' Ski trip next year, extra curricular opportunities and 'what's new in the Library.'

Issue 7 (18/10/21) 
This week's bulletin includes information on assessment week, opportunity for families to work with our orchestra this halt term and half term food support for eligible families.

Issue 6 (11/10/21)
This week's bulletin includes information on how to support your child with independent learning, our school-family contact details and national hate crime awareness week.

Issue 5 (04/10/21)
This week's families bulletin launches Acland Burghley's Black History Season, information on Dyslexia Awareness Week and dance clubs on offer for students'.

Issue 4 (27/09/21)
This week's bulletin includes news on our return of trips and visits, information on continuing Covid twice weekly testing and Covid-19 vaccination being offered in school to 12-15 year olds.

Issue 3 (20/09/21)
This week's bulletin includes information on our Open Week, more extended curriculum on offer for students, details on how to apply for free school meals and exciting Creative Writing Club in the Library.

Issue 2 (13/09/21)
This week's bulletin includes our commitment working with our families to ensure student success, personal development curriculum and extended curriculum timetable.

Issue 1 (06/09/21) 
The first families bulletin of 2021-22 academic year reminds families of the start of term arrangements, Coronavirus testing and guidance as well as how to sign up for extra curriculum activities. 

  

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