On the first day, you will be met by your Form Tutor. You will go to your Tutor room where you will have time to get to know the rest of your class. Only Year 7 and 12 will be in on the first day to give you a chance to find your way around. You do not need PE kit, but you should bring a packed lunch.

Please do not worry, every new Year 7 is in the same situation. You will be given a tour of the school and after a few days it will be easier. If you do get a bit lost, just ask any teacher or pupil and they will be happy to direct you. Remember, we all had a first day at school.

For the first few week’s, teachers will be understanding if you are a little late to class, but you will quickly find your way round.

We have two areas where you can buy food at break and lunchtime; the café sells snack items such as sausage rolls, paninis, waffles and muffins. The main restaurant sells snack items at break, but at lunch they offer pasta pots, sandwiches, salads, jacket potatoes, a main meal including a vegetarian option.

FSM eligibility does not automatically transfer from primary to secondary school and they will need to be re-assessed for FSM eligibility.  Parents/Carers must apply for FSM through the Citizen Portal which is the quickest and easiest way to apply.  Transitional protections for FSM ended on 31st March 2025 and any eligible claims confirmed from this date will no longer be protected.  This means that children confirmed as eligible from FSM from 1st April 2025 will be subject to ongoing checks to confirm continued eligibility.

Tutor groups and practical classes are mixed, however, we try to put you with at least one other child from your primary school where possible. Maths, English and science classes will be set by ability. Please do not worry, this is a time when you can make new friends, remember everyone is new and feeling just like you.

You will need to be in full uniform on the first day (information is on the website). You will also need a schoolbag, pencil case with pens, pencils, ruler and a scientific calculator. An equipment list can be found on the Academy website in the transition section.

You will have a Year 7 Deputy Head of Year who you can go and see if you have any worries, including feeling unwell.

Homework is set by subject teachers on TEAMS. You will be shown how to log in during your first few days. If you do not have a device at home, please let us know as we may be able to loan you one.

We have a student council; elections will be held in the first term. The council meet once a term and it is a good link between the pupils and staff where issues can be raised.

We have a large extra-curricular and enrichment programme, lots of clubs available during lunch and after school, including sports teams.