Head’s News 2 June 2023 - 2nd Jun, 2023
As we enter June we come out of the National Assessment season (all of our young adults handled the assessments very maturely and proactively) and into the new timetable season. Some key updates below; New 2023/24 Timetable – All learners should arrive at Leith Academy for a sharp 8.30am start. New timetables are being issued […]
Head’s News 26 May 2023 - 26th May, 2023
As we enter June whilst coming to the end of the SQA assessment season next week, we look towards new timetables, new S1’s and new goals for the coming 23/24 year. Some key updates below; S1 Parents’ Eve – We had a very positive evening with Parents in person for the S1 Parents’ eve. The […]
Head’s News 19 May 2023 - 19th May, 2023
The Edinburgh Victoria Day holiday is this Monday with all pupils and staff returning on Tuesday. Some updates and key points below; Spring Fling 2023! Our annual spring concert was a great success last night with outstanding performances on the stage and behind the scenes. Well done to all the performers, Teachers and Music Instrumental […]
Head’s News 12 May 2023 - 12th May, 2023
We continue through May with our Team Vortex F1 in Schools program working their way through a line of cars in the car park raising funds and awareness. Details and pictures next week. For now some key points below; S1 Parents’ Eve 25th May, IN PERSON – We welcome our S1 Parents for an update […]
Head’s News 5 May 2023 - 5th May, 2023
Two short weeks with various events and holidays keep the pace of weeks fast as we enter May. Some key points and updates below; Leith Loves Learning Festival – Teaching staff had an excellent training morning of discussion, reflection and thinking about how we as Teachers can spend time developing aspects of our learning and […]
Head’s News 28 April 2023 - 28th Apr, 2023
Some key points / updates for Families as we head into the May weekend; EID Celebrations – Thank you to Ms Mansour and the youngsters involved who planned an delivered a food / henna experience on Monday lunch time. It was interesting and the young people were very passionate in their support. NHS Job Opportunity […]
Head’s News 21 April 2023 - 21st Apr, 2023
Our first week back of the Summer term has been positive, busy and intense as final preparations are done prior to the National Assessments beginning next week. We also wished our S6 well as they had their final day of formal education before they return for their assessments. S4,5,6 Assessments – The National assessment season […]
Head’s News 31 March 2023 - 31st Mar, 2023
After a hectic term since Christmas, we head into the Easter break. For our younger years this is a moment to think of next steps as many begin to select subjects / pathways for the new school year. For our Seniors we know this holiday is one with assessments and doing well on young minds; […]
Head’s News 24 March 2023 - 24th Mar, 2023
As we enter the clock changing weekend there is a clear indication we are moving into spring / summer term. With that comes lots of events, activities and work towards young people achieving their hopes and outcomes with the support of school and home working together. Key points; S4,5,6 Assessment / Exams – Our S4,5,6 […]
Head’s News 17 March 2023…..sent Monday - 20th Mar, 2023
After a busy week of internal assessments across many subjects, thank you for the help and support provided as staff, families and partners came together to help improve outcomes for youngsters. We had our Improvement Plan reflection day on Friday with approx. 17 colleagues involved in either the full or part of the day including […]
