End of Week Newsletter

A Message from the Principal

Towards the end of a term, it’s inevitable that some staff move on in education. Due to relocating to the north west, we will say farewell and good luck to Mr Cowley, our second in English. Mr Cowley leaves us after two years. I am sure you will join me in sending our well wishes to Mr Cowley. Pleasingly, the school has been able to appoint a replacement and I am delighted to say that Ms Turner will be joining us this school year. Unfortunately, she will not be able to join us until June. To ensure that every student continues to receive strong teaching, the Trust’s central team is supporting the delivery of lessons in years 7-10 and Mr Webb-Cook, Head of English, will teach two year 11 classes in a bigger environment in the weeks up to their exams.

We also have a new SENCO starting after Easter. Mrs Hargreaves joins us on Monday 13 April and we are delighted to have her joining the school. Mrs MacDonald-Fawcett (Director of Excellence) has been supporting the school and acting as our SENCO and will continue to support us until the end of the Academic year.

After Easter Year 11 will be in the final straight of their journey with us at IA. I wish them the best of luck. Next week, parents will receive their child’s mock results and GCSE exam timetable. I will write to all parents separately to reflect on the term and look ahead to the summer term but just to confirm to everyone, students return on Tuesday 14 April as Monday 13 April is a teacher training day.

Help AMR Research

The Health Protection Team at Suffolk County Council has invited schools to take part in a short quiz introducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to pupils, staff, and parents/carers.

AMR is a growing public health risk with direct relevance to schools. It affects pupil health, attendance, and long‑term outcomes and contributes to increasing pressure on health services. Schools play a vital role in building early understanding of appropriate antibiotic use, reinforcing infection prevention, and supporting parents to make informed healthcare decisions. Leadership engagement is key to ensuring consistent, evidence‑based messages reach the whole school community.

Parent/Carer quiz

Student quiz

The quiz provides instant feedback and is for pupils and parents/carers linked to Suffolk schools only. Results will help the HP Team understand baseline knowledge across the county and inform the planned inclusion of AMR in education in readiness of AMR Week in November. Thank you.

Useful Tips for Parents/Carers

Safeguarding

Be Aware of Unexplained Injuries:

Unexplained cuts or bruises might mean your child is hurting themselves or being hurt. Talk to them gently and let them know you’re there to help. If you’re concerned, contact a GP and inform the school’s safeguarding team. Sometimes young people are happier to open up to someone outside of the family.

Attendance

Make School a Priority:

Explain the importance of attending school every day and how missing lessons can affect their learning. Show them that education is the foundation for their future.

Reading/Literacy

Ask Questions While Reading:

Explain the importance of attending school every day and how missing lessons can affect their learning. Show them that education is the foundation for their future.