Head’s News 30 Jan 2026 - 30th Jan, 2026
Some key points and updates for this week; S4,5,6 Track 2 Reports – These are being released to Families as I type, use your log in to access the report securely and discuss this with your child to establish what is going well and what needs to be worked on. With 2 weeks until the […]
Head’s News 23 Jan 2026 - 23rd Jan, 2026
Another busy week with trips in London, Ireland, Bonaly Outdoor Centre and Dynamic Earth, with many youngsters enjoying the experiences the trips provide. Some updates below; Mobile phones in Schools – There is work being undertaken Nationally and Locally around proportionate use of devices in Schools. Edinburgh Council is seeking the views of Parents and […]
Head’s News 16 Jan 2026 - 16th Jan, 2026
As we complete another busy week at Leith there have been many events and support sessions taking place, see key points below; S2 Parents’ Eve – We hope you found the sessions with Teachers useful. If you were unable to see a Teacher please email Admin@leith.edin.sch.uk and we will get your request to the colleague […]
Head’s News 9 Jan 2026 - 9th Jan, 2026
Welcome back to Leith Academy as we head into 2026 which is hopefully a year of success, achievement and no doubt some perseverance for our young people and their Families. It has been a very positive first week back, but as ever we move into a very busy period as we plan for course choice […]
Head’s News 19 Dec 2025 - 19th Dec, 2025
As we come to the end of another calendar year I want to wish all Young People, Staff, Families and Partners a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for the continued support and advice you give our young Leithers as we work together to help them develop and progress through school and […]
Head’s News 12 Dec 2025 - 12th Dec, 2025
As we enter the final week of the term and 2025 at School, see below some updates and key points of information. Leith Giveaway – this was a great success last week as we supported many families. The planning, leading and co-ordinating was no easy task, thank you to Rona Sutherland and everyone who helped […]
Head’s News 5 Dec - 5th Dec, 2025
As I write this update we currently have our Leith Giving Leith giveaway on for Families. Thank you to all donations to help our community at what is a lovely time of year, but also a challenging time in other aspects. There are many stall with a wide range of high quality items on offer. […]
Head’s News 28 Nov 2025 - 28th Nov, 2025
As we enter December next week our S4,5,6 are preparing for their assessments and our younger years are beginning to consider their subject choices for the next academic year. Some key points and updates below; Prelims – An important 2 weeks for the S4,5,6 as they are assessed, then get feedback via marking and learner […]
Head’s News 21 Nov 2025 - 21st Nov, 2025
Some key updates and information below; We are here to help – At Leith Academy our Office Team work hard to ensure they can respond to calls, emails, group call texts and visitors to the School in a proactive and positive way. In line with Council policy, it is incredibly important that any contact made […]
Head’s News 14 Nov 2025 - 14th Nov, 2025
Some important updates and news below; Scottish Careers Week 2025 Launched at Leith! – We welcomed Ben McPherson MSP to Leith for the National Launch on Monday. He spoke with youngsters about their skills development, the working world and the many qualifications we offer to help young people take their next steps. Link SDS nationwide […]
