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Brayford Academy Newsletter - 01/05/2026




Brayford Academy

 

 


Nurturing Young Minds for a Bright Future


Dear Parents and Carers,  

It has been lovely to enjoy some sunshine this week. The OPAL Project (Outdoor Play & Learning) has provided some wonderful, creative play this week. We have had cafés, dens, potions in the mud kitchen, team games swings and so much more!

On Sunday some of our families attended an Exeter City football match. We were lucky enough to see Sophie Gillies play, who visited our school. Exeter City won 2-1, so there was lots of excitement from our children. It was a great day out and a lovely experience together.

On Tuesday Mrs Connell, Mr Pester and I visited another school in our Trust. It is always a very valuable opportunity to talk to other colleagues and share good practice.

Mrs Moore will be absent from school from now until possibly the end of term due to her operation. We wish her all the best in her recovery and look forward to having her back in school when she is better. We are very pleased that Leah will be in the junior class with Mrs Connell/Mr Pester every morning. Miss Maynard will be back in the Brayford team as she supports the juniors in the afternoons.

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:

91.70%

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

Further Information

 


School Calendar


Bank Holiday
All Day
04
May
Juniors Swimming
All Day
08
May
SATS - Yr 6
9:00am – 3:30pm
from 11 May until 14 May
11
May
Juniors Swimming
All Day
15
May
Yr 6 Bude Residential
9:00am – 3:30pm
from 17 May until 22 May
17
May
Juniors Swimming
All Day
22
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
Juniors Swimming
All Day
05
June
Sports Day!
9:00am – 3:30pm
10
June
Infants swimming lesson!
All Day
12
June
Reserve Sports Day
9:00am – 3:30pm
17
June
Infants swimming lesson!
All Day
19
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


01 May 2026
Wild About Prints!
Our infants class had a brilliant time in their art lesson, exploring animal prints and getting creative together!
Read more

Celebration of Achievements 


Ju
Brumbles

Lexie – For her amazing story telling!

Infants

James – For his amazing progress with his reading!

Juniors

Rose – For excellent perseverance in maths!

Alfie – For extending himself in English and being a great friend!


TEAM Multi-Academy Trust Vacancies


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Important Notices



Community News


Any articles which appear in the school newsletter that have not been organised by or on behalf of the school, have not been verified by TEAM Multi-Academy Trust as to the suitability for children. The news items are for parent information only.