Head’s News 29 Nov 2024 - 29th Nov, 2024

As we enter December we have a busy time ahead for the final 3 weeks of term before the Christmas holiday begins. Please continue to ensure youngsters arrive at Leith Academy in good, sensible and appropriate uniform, ready to learn; -Leith hoodie / Plain black jumper -Leith tie -White shirt -Black trousers / skirt -Black […]

Head’s News 22 Nov 2024 - 22nd Nov, 2024

Another busy week as we enter the final week of November. Some key points below to be aware of; Community awareness – On Wednesday this week we were made aware of a video online showing images of Tesco car park at around 4pm on Tuesday where youths, not from Leith Academy, were in the vicinity […]

Head’s News 15 Nov 2024 - 15th Nov, 2024

S4,5,6 Parents’ Eve – We completed our Senior phase Parents’ eve this week with Cowan and Port Houses in attendance. It was a busy event with good quality learning discussions on what is going well and what our learners need to be doing next as we approach assessment window 1. Remember – our after school […]

Head’s News 8 Nov 2024 - 8th Nov, 2024

Some key points below for Families; P7 into S1 Information Evening – we had a very busy evening with our new S1 Families having some key information then a tour of the school / depts…..from the Library to our Laser Cutter it was a great evening as the P7 into S1 Transition begins. S4,5,6 Parents’ […]

Head’s News 1 Nov 2024 - 1st Nov, 2024

Careers Fayre – This was an excellent event with many areas of the world of work represented. Thanks to Mr Stewart, Phil from Developing the Young Workforce and Parents – all who contributed in helping our Seniors think about their next steps beyond Leith Academy into the world of work, learning and real life. S4,5,6 […]

Head’s News 25 Oct 2024 - 25th Oct, 2024

As we enter November next week there have been many events and important themes covered over the course of this week. Details below; Show racism the red card – We have worked to raise awareness of this important work in line with Black History Month. Thanks to Mr Moffat and all who helped pull this […]

Head’s News 11 Oct 2024 - 11th Oct, 2024

As we come to the end of the first half term it’s been a really busy week with great activities. Autumn / Winter – With the weather changing, Parents are asking about ordering our Leith hoodies. See details to order below; S4,5,6 Track 1 reports – These are complete. Parents can access the report for […]

Head’s News 4 Oct 2024 - 4th Oct, 2024

A busy week with Active Girls / Boys Sports focus for S1 today and Danish visitors during the week. With 1 week to go until the half term, some key points below; Study Support – As we approach the autumn, we have a great offer of study support across the School. See our website page […]

Head’s News 27 Sept 2024 - 27th Sep, 2024

As we enter October next week see below some key updates and news including road safety, trips and wider activities for youngsters; Road Safety – Please note the double yellow lines in place at the road / bend next to our front entrance. Drivers, please drive with care when taking this bend as children are […]

Head’s News 20 Sept 2024 - 20th Sep, 2024

Some key points and updates for Families; Duke of Edinburgh – Mr Miller & Miss Kelman would like to welcome applicants to apply for Duke of Edinburgh Bronze 2024-25.  This is open to all S4 pupils – however there are only 30 spaces available. Should over 30 pupils apply then the Personal Statement in the MS Forms […]