Dear Parents, Carers and Students,

Important Update: Introduction of a One-Way System in the Main School Building
We are writing to inform you of an important and necessary change that will be implemented in the main school building  from January 2026. In order to  improve the flow of movement, ease congestion in our  corridors and enhance overall student safety, we will be introducing a one-way system throughout the main school building. This decision has been made in line with our ongoing commitment to Health and Safety requirements.

We understand that any change requires adjustment, but we want to assure you that the existing five-minute moving time between lessons will still provide more than enough time for students to reach their next class punctually, even with the new directional flow.

We would greatly appreciate it if you could discuss the importance of following this one-way system with your child at home and reinforce the need for strict adherence. This collaborative effort between school and home will ensure the system works effectively for the benefit of all.

Temporary Measures
Please note that leading up to January 2026, we have put a few temporary measures in place during the busiest transition periods in key areas to immediately begin easing congestion. We are confident that this new system will have a positive impact on the daily life of the school. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we introduce this important safety measure.

End of Term Arrangements for Thursday 18^th December – Early finish
A reminder that the last day of term will be a non-school uniform day.

Year 12 will not be in school on the last day and will be set tasks to study from home by the Sixth Form team, including reflecting on their first term and organising folders for January. This is due to the Winter Ball on Wednesday evening.

Please note the following:

• Registration to Period 2 – Normal timetabled lessons
• 10:50am – 11:10 – BREAK
• Period 3 and Period 4  – Normal timetabled lessons with an early lunch

There will be a shortened lunch break – a limited service of hot and cold food will be available. Please note, students with free school meals will still have the opportunity to purchase a meal either at break or the shortened lunch:

• Years 7, 8 and 9 – LUNCH BREAK 12:30 – 13:00 – DISMISSAL 13:10
• Years 10 and 11 – LUNCH BREAK 13:00 – 13:20 – DISMISSAL 13:25
• Year 13 only – LUNCH BREAK 13:00 – 13:20 – DISMISSAL 13:00

Buses: Abbey Coaches will pick up at 13:45.  For the 602 bus, we have asked for 13:30 and 13:40 pickups.

Important - Flu Vaccinations Catch up
For all students in Years 7 to 11 who may have missed their flu vaccination, please see the attached flyer for details of catch up sessions being run by the Immunisation Team.

Kind regards,

Miss S Totty
Interim Headteacher