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Brayford Academy Newsletter - 13/03/2026




Brayford Academy

 

 


Nurturing Young Minds for a Bright Future


Dear Parents and Carers,  

What a busy week! A huge thank you to the Brayford team for going over and above in my absence this week.

On Monday, the junior class had their first session with the North Devon Hospice. The children asked sensible and thoughtful questions and discussed their emotions throughout the story.

Tuesday was very busy with Walkability in the morning and the last Falcons session in the afternoon! Walkability was a great success and the children had the opportunity to use their news skills on a walk in the village.

Thank you to Mr Balding for volunteering to drive the minibus for the last six Falcons sessions. We really appreciate it!

Thank you to the junior parents for attending a parents' evening this week. I will look forward to my infant meetings next week.

On Thursday we had a visit from Exmoor Zoo as part of Science week! The children loved seeing the variety of animals and finding out all about them.

We are looking forward to Bikeability for the year five and six children next week.

 

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:

93.64%

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

Further Information

 


School Calendar


Juniors Hospice Course
1:15pm – 2:15pm
16
March
Bikeability for Yr 5+6
9:30am – 3:30pm
17
March
Bikeability for Yr 5+6
9:30am – 3:30pm
18
March
Juniors Hospice Course
1:15pm – 2:15pm
23
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
Tempest Photography
1:15pm – 3:15pm
03
June
Sports Day!
9:00am – 3:30pm
10
June
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School Lunch Menu


The cost of a school lunch is currently £2.61.

Payment is via your Arbor account.


Latest News


13 Mar 2026
Unlocking new skills!
Our Brumbles have been busy developing their fine motor skills through a fun and engaging activity using keys and padlocks.
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13 Mar 2026
Forest School fun!
Our juniors have been making the most of their Forest School sessions, enjoying the wonderful outdoor space we are so lucky to have at our school!
Read more
13 Mar 2026
Exmoor Zoo visit Brayford Academy!
Pupils were excited to welcome a visitor from Exmoor Zoo this week for some fantastic animal encounters!
Read more
13 Mar 2026
There's nothing better than P.E in the sunshine!
The juniors enjoyed their PE lesson in the sunshine this week, making the most of the beautiful weather.
Read more
13 Mar 2026
Walkability!
The junior class were lucky enough to take part in a Walkability session this week!
Read more

Celebration of Achievements 


Ju
Brumbles

Percy – For being kind and sharing his own toys with others!

Infants

Everyone – For coping so well with all the change this week!

Juniors

Iris – For thinking outside the box and being so creative in DT!

River – For his amazing work in maths!


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Community News


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