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End of Week Newsletter

February 6th 2026

A Message from the Principal

 

Just one more week to go until half term, it seems as though we have only just come back to school from the Christmas break! Time flies when you’re having fun, as the saying goes.

I would like to remind all parents/carers of our new punctuality procedures. You should be getting notifications if your child is late to a lesson. I hope this is useful and you can help us by discussing this with your child. There may have been teething issues with this new system at the start of the week but it should be fully up and running now. Punctuality is crucial so that students maximise their learning and time in lessons. I thank you in advance for your support on this.

Year 9 options evening will be upon us very soon. It is a huge milestone for secondary school pupils and one that they should really think carefully about. It is a big decision and we are here to support. At Ipswich Academy we will be running a pathway model. All students will have an element of choice but our pathways are built and designed to meet our students’ academic needs. One child’s pathway may differ from another, this will become clear on Thursday 26 February 2026 at the event.

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Year 8 HPV Vaccinations

The immunisation team will be in school on Monday 9 February 2026 for the HPV Vaccinations.

The team has already contacted parents directly, and has received some responses. If you have not already done so, please let them know if you give your consent or not so that the session can run smoothly.

SEU opening

We are excited to announce the opening of our brand-new Special Education Unit (SEU) in February 2026! The incredible team from SEH French have been busy adding the final finishes and ensuring everything is perfect. We want to welcome the new students to this wonderful space which has been designed to inspire and support.

Fuelling Success at Ipswich Academy

A huge shout-out to our incredible catering team!

Behind the scenes, they work tirelessly every day to ensure our students have access to a variety of tasty, healthy, and nutritious snacks and lunches. We know that a well-fed student is a focused student, and we are so grateful for the care and hard work this team puts into every meal. Thank you for keeping our school community fueled and ready to learn.

Extra Curricular Clubs

We have new extra curricular clubs running this term, at lunchtimes and after school.

See the new timetables
Uniform and Equipment
Term Dates
Lunch Menus
Behaviour

Upcoming Events

The Y9 Parents Consultation Evening will be taking place on 12 March 2026. Please look out for further information about when the booking system will be available.

Y9 Options Evening will take place on 26 February 2026.

Year 11 Leavers Hoodies

All of the students have the opportunity to purchase a Hoodie. It is essential that orders are placed in plenty of time so that students do not miss out. There will only be one order placed with the supplier; you will not be able to place orders after 21 April 2026.

We cannot stress this deadline enough, as we do not want anyone to be disappointed. The school will not be ordering any spare Hoodies, so if your child later wants one especially after they see everyone’s Hoodies, unfortunately it will be too late!

Our School Unique ID is: 25813YR1126

Place your order

Useful Tips for Parents/Carers

 

Safeguarding

Look for Low Self-Esteem:

If your teenager talks down about themselves, they may need help boosting their confidence. Remind them of their strengths and how much they’re valued. Let the school know so we can offer extra help and guidance.

Attendance

Be Mindful of Holidays: 

Plan family holidays during school breaks rather than term time. Missing lessons due to holiday travel can have a significant impact on your child’s learning.

Reading/Literacy

Make Use of Educational Apps and Games:

Use literacy apps or games that focus on reading, spelling, and writing. These tools can make learning fun and interactive, especially for reluctant readers.