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Brayford Academy Newsletter - 23/01/2026




Brayford Academy

 

 


Nurturing Young Minds for a Bright Future


Dear Parents and Carers,  

It has been another fantastic and busy week at school full of learning and enjoyment.

The infants are looking forward to their first visit to Falcons Gymnastics next week in addition to their PE sessions.

The juniors had a very wet but fun Forest School session which involved making potions with different herbs which they all enjoyed.

Last term the children took part in the 'Reindeer Run' for Hospiscare. We raised £100 which is absolutely fantastic! Thank you to the children for taking part and our families who donated.

Our current whole-school attendance stands at 84.48 %. While this may be due to illness this week, we must continue to emphasise how important regular attendance is. Every day missed from school is lost learning, and persistent lateness also has a significant impact on children’s progress, confidence and sense of belonging. Thank you for your continued support in helping children arrive on time, every day.

Have a lovely weekend!

Miss Sara Leggott

Head of School

Brayford Academy

 Life, Love and Learning to the Full

                


School Attendance


This week's whole school attendance percentage is:

84.48%

At Brayford Academy, we believe that regular and punctual attendance is key to helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.  

Further Information

 


School Calendar


Infants trip to Falcons Gymnastics!
1:00pm – 3:00pm
27
January
London Residential
8:00am – 5:00pm
from 03 Feb until 06 Feb
03
February
Infants trip to Falcons Gymnastics!
1:00pm – 3:00pm
03
February
Infants trip to Falcons Gymnastics!
1:00pm – 3:00pm
10
February
Half Term
All Day
from 16 Feb until 20 Feb
16
February
A visit from Exmoor Zoo!
10:00am – 11:00am
12
March
Last Day of Term
All Day
02
April
Easter Holidays
All Day
from 03 Apr until 17 Apr
03
April
First Day of Term
All Day
20
April
Bank Holiday
All Day
04
May
SATS - Yr 6
9:00am – 3:30pm
from 11 May until 14 May
11
May
Yr 6 Bude Residential
9:00am – 3:30pm
from 17 May until 22 May
17
May
Half Term
All Day
from 25 May until 29 May
25
May
Inset Day - No School
All Day
01
June
Back to School
All Day
02
June
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School Lunch Menu


The cost of a school lunch is currently £2.58.

Please be aware that as of Feb 1st this cost will rise to £2.61 (Juniors) £2.05 (Brumbles).

Payment is via your Arbor account.


Latest News


23 Jan 2026
Geography!
In Geography the Juniors sorted rocks into groups depending on the shape, colour and size!
Read more
23 Jan 2026
Maths!
The Juniors had some fun in maths this week using the Unifix cubes to help them with their times tables!
Read more
23 Jan 2026
PSHE!
This week the Juniors did some acting in PSHE!
Read more
23 Jan 2026
Forest School!
This week, the Juniors took part in Forest School, and it looks like the mud did too!
Read more
23 Jan 2026
The Infants Coast Topic!
This week the infants have been learning about the UK as part of their Coast Topic!
Read more

Celebration of Achievements 


Ju
Brumbles

Lexie – For always being so eager to learn!

Infants

James. H – For his amazing progress with his reading!

Juniors

Alfie – For being resilient with his Maths!

Jemmi – For persevering with her English work!


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Community News


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