Today, on Nov 11th across the country we held our remembrance service in School which is joint created between our S6 Prefects and our Rev Ian May from South Leith Parish Church (where Leith Academy began in 1560). As ever this was a sensitive and poignant moment of thought and reflection, at a global time […]
News section: News
Head’s News 11 Nov 2022
Published on: 11 November 2022
Head’s News 4th Nov 2022
Published on: 4 November 2022
It’s bonfire weekend and we hope whatever fun people have, it is safe and well planned. Some key points for Families this week; Mid Year Assessments / Prelims – Ms Watson is pulling together plans and details for the upcoming assessment window during Nov / Dec (see dates on our calendar section). Our youngsters in […]
Head’s News 28 Oct 2022
Published on: 28 October 2022
It was good to be back following the half term break as we enter a busy time of year in schools across the country. Key points; S4/5/6 Online Parents’ Eve – Families in Anderson House and Barton House will have their Parents’ eve next week (Tuesday 1st Nov). Emails will be sent to Families to […]
Head’s News 14 Oct 2022
Published on: 14 October 2022
As we reach the half term, our young people and their Families have worked extremely positively to support and have high aspirations for the young people of Leith! We have next week as a break, the Monday is an extra holiday due to the passing of the Queen and the Tuesday is Staff In Service […]
Head’s News 7 Oct 2022
Published on: 7 October 2022
With 1 week to go till the half term, some key points below for Families; S1 iPads – These have been rolled out all week, thanks to staff and Parents / Families for helping youngsters adjust to their new ‘kit’! Please ensure the devices are charged and ready to be used to enhance learning. S1 […]
Head’s News 30 Sept 2022
Published on: 30 September 2022
As the weather turns towards Autumn / Winter, another busy week with the youngsters of Leith. Key points below; Exceptional School Closure – Please see below a letter from the Council outlining the change to school dates. Monday 24th October is now an additional holiday, the 25th October is now an In Service day for […]
Head’s News 23 Sept 2022
Published on: 23 September 2022
Thank you for supporting the S6 Fundraiser with our opt in dress down. We’re back to normal Leith uniform, ready to learn / work on Monday. A busy time of year as ever with several updates across several year groups for Families to be aware of. S4-6 How to Pass Your National Qualifications Evening – […]
Head’s News 16 Sept 2022
Published on: 16 September 2022
As we enter the September long weekend, well done to all youngsters / families as they come mid-way through the first half term. Schools are closed on Monday, we will see the young people of Leith on Tuesday at 8.25am for an 8.30am start. Key points; S1 Letter – This has been sent by email […]
Head’s News 9 Sept 2022
Published on: 9 September 2022
On behalf of Leith Academy our thoughts are with the Queen’s Family following her passing this week. Key points; After School Clubs – Our lunch and after school clubs program is building with a great offer available. These opportunities and clubs are free for all to use. Please encourage your child to take part. See […]
Head’s News 2 Sept 2022
Published on: 2 September 2022
After another busy and successful week we enter September. Some key points to update Families below; Inter House – Well done to the staff and pupils involved in the Inter House Football competition last week. All seemed to have a great time and House points have been awarded! Get involved – After school clubs are […]
Head’s News 11 Nov 2022
Published on: 11 November 2022
Head’s News 4th Nov 2022
Published on: 4 November 2022
It’s bonfire weekend and we hope whatever fun people have, it is safe and well planned. Some key points for Families this week; Mid Year Assessments / Prelims – Ms Watson is pulling together plans and details for the upcoming assessment window during Nov / Dec (see dates on our calendar section). Our youngsters in […]
Head’s News 28 Oct 2022
Published on: 28 October 2022
It was good to be back following the half term break as we enter a busy time of year in schools across the country. Key points; S4/5/6 Online Parents’ Eve – Families in Anderson House and Barton House will have their Parents’ eve next week (Tuesday 1st Nov). Emails will be sent to Families to […]
Head’s News 14 Oct 2022
Published on: 14 October 2022
As we reach the half term, our young people and their Families have worked extremely positively to support and have high aspirations for the young people of Leith! We have next week as a break, the Monday is an extra holiday due to the passing of the Queen and the Tuesday is Staff In Service […]
Head’s News 7 Oct 2022
Published on: 7 October 2022
With 1 week to go till the half term, some key points below for Families; S1 iPads – These have been rolled out all week, thanks to staff and Parents / Families for helping youngsters adjust to their new ‘kit’! Please ensure the devices are charged and ready to be used to enhance learning. S1 […]
Head’s News 30 Sept 2022
Published on: 30 September 2022
As the weather turns towards Autumn / Winter, another busy week with the youngsters of Leith. Key points below; Exceptional School Closure – Please see below a letter from the Council outlining the change to school dates. Monday 24th October is now an additional holiday, the 25th October is now an In Service day for […]
Head’s News 23 Sept 2022
Published on: 23 September 2022
Thank you for supporting the S6 Fundraiser with our opt in dress down. We’re back to normal Leith uniform, ready to learn / work on Monday. A busy time of year as ever with several updates across several year groups for Families to be aware of. S4-6 How to Pass Your National Qualifications Evening – […]
Head’s News 16 Sept 2022
Published on: 16 September 2022
As we enter the September long weekend, well done to all youngsters / families as they come mid-way through the first half term. Schools are closed on Monday, we will see the young people of Leith on Tuesday at 8.25am for an 8.30am start. Key points; S1 Letter – This has been sent by email […]
Head’s News 9 Sept 2022
Published on: 9 September 2022
On behalf of Leith Academy our thoughts are with the Queen’s Family following her passing this week. Key points; After School Clubs – Our lunch and after school clubs program is building with a great offer available. These opportunities and clubs are free for all to use. Please encourage your child to take part. See […]
Head’s News 2 Sept 2022
Published on: 2 September 2022
After another busy and successful week we enter September. Some key points to update Families below; Inter House – Well done to the staff and pupils involved in the Inter House Football competition last week. All seemed to have a great time and House points have been awarded! Get involved – After school clubs are […]
