Calendar 2015/2016 2015 2016 1st September Training Day 4th January Start of Term 3 2nd September Start of Term 1 12th February End of Term 3 16th October End of Term 1 22nd February Start of Term 4 2nd November Start of Term 2 24th March End of Term 4 (closed for students at 1.30pm) Another Great Year 18th December End of Term 2 (closed for students at 1.30 pm) 11th April Start of Term 5 27th May End of Term 5 As we approach the end of another academic year we can 6th June Start of Term 6 reflect on the positive benefits of working together to 21st July End of Term 6 (closed for students at 1.30 pm) raise achievement for all. The highlights of the year were Attendance undoubtedly Carlton Road Academy joining by being graded outstanding by Ofsted and The students have now been awarded a 3 star badge which shows Haven High Academy Sixth Form Choir performing on the last Haven Pathways Update they have maintained their exceptionally high commitment night of The Schools Prom in The Royal Albert Hall. At Spalding

to their learning throughout the entire academic year to date. Wygate Park Academy our new school has been such a success As we are coming towards the end of the first I am also really pleased that at checkpoint 3 there are more that after only one year of operation it is oversubscribed for s year of Haven Pathways I thought this was an 1 star learners than at the last checkpoint. 79 (8%) students September 2015 with parents having to appeal to try and gain

opportune time to update you with the progress have gained a 1 star badge which means the attitude towards a place for their child. we have made so far. The number of students their learning has improved to such an extent that they have w now gained expert learner status. that have met the criteria over the year has Such success only comes about through the dedication and expertise of our

remained impressive. The second checkpoint Throughout the year these students have been recipients talented staff, the ambition of our pupils and students and the phenomenal e saw a decrease in the number of children which of a range of rewards including films, swimming and the support we receive from our parents and wider community. is partly due to staff as well as students getting most important, a front of the canteen queue pass. Many

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I hope you all a wonderful and relaxing summer break. used to the system. However I am delighted for next year as we continue to strive for development and that for the third and final checkpoint for improvement. Our Year 10 expert learners have had the

this academic year there has been a positive opportunity to apply to be a prefect in Year 11. This is the A.P.Reed r increase in the number of expert learners again. first time we have used Haven Pathways as a way of showing Executive Headteacher

evidence towards such a prestigious role within the academy. e Checkpoint 1 Checkpoint 2 Checkpoint 3 Nov 2014 Jan 2015 Apr 2015 Finally I am really pleased with the enthusiasm and drive that the students have shown towards their learning and I look Year 7 101 75 90 forward to seeing these numbers increase for 2015-2016. m Year 8 77 70 83 To be an expert learner the children require good learning Year 9 45 34 56 habits that you can support them with from home. Year 10 63 47 59 Mr Jay m Year 11 70 58 65 Deputy Headteacher (Teaching and Learning) Total and % 356 (34%) 284 (27%) 353 (34%) u The first group of students were awarded their badges in November 2014 with the second group of students gaining S the award in January 2015. 21% of students in January gained a two star badge which shows they have maintained the Expert Learner status throughout the whole of the autumn term in 2014.

In my previous update I mentioned that 21% of students were awarded a 2 star badge in January 2015 which meant they had maintained the expert status all the way through since The Boston Witham we started in September 2014. I am proud that 175 (17%) Academies Federation

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12 • The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News “Working in partnership to raise achievement for all”. Carlton Road Year 3 & 4 Visit ACADEMY KS2 Sports Day Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 took part in a very successful Key Stage 2 Sports Day earlier this term. During the morning, children from all four year groups took part in a range Bewilderwood! of events. Deep in the heart of the Norfolk Broads lies the forest wonderland known as Bewilderwood. In June, a crowd of very excited children (and The events included: running, skipping, obstacle, dressing up and relay races before a new event, the Tug of War, ended the children’s morning. adults) from Carlton Road Academy prepared to start their woodland adventure. It was clear to see throughout the morning that the children had been practising in PE with Mr Lassetter and Mr Leggatt as all the children gave it their all and put in some very good performances. Firstly they were led through the wood, searching for the mysterious elf-like creatures (known as Boggles and Twiggles) that occupy the tree houses and swamp huts. This The competitive nature was clearly evident as the morning moved on, especially when the relay races magical place was created to replicate the setting of stories by local author Tom Blofeld, took place. The children supported their class in the relay with encouragement from the side-lines. who has written several children’s books. Following the short tour of the wood, the children were led to a beautiful lake to eat lunch and prepare for an afternoon of discovery. The final event, the Tug of War, saw a best of three pulls that gripped the crowds, even seeing parents on their feet giving added encouragement to their own children. The children were astounded by the many tree houses, rope ladders, zip wires and steep slides that made up the adventure playground areas. Many children were extremely brave It was a great morning for all the children and added thanks must go to Asda for providing fruit, snacks and water. and decided to experience the steepest slide of all, the sight of which made many of the adults feel very queasy!! There was almost too much to do in one day, as the wood is split into many different areas with different apparatus and activities to try. This included the Sky Maze, which was made up of a series of tricky turns and tunnels, the Broken Bridge, which fortunately was quite safe after all, and the Wobbly Wires. The children particularly enjoyed walking across a bridge that some claimed was “higher than Asda’s roof!” Year 5 Mexican Food Tasting Day Following the time on the adventure play, the children prepared to Earlier this term, the Year 5 Investigators and Researchers excitedly sampled a board the boat ride. This took them across the lake and through a series range of authentic Mexican foods brought in by the local Boston restauraunt of water channels which overlooked the Boggle and Twiggle villages. Los Burritos. On their return back to the dock, they were forced to pass Mildred the Crocclebog (a spiny variety of crocodile). Just as they thought that The children had the opportunity to try the following: • Dorito chips with a salsa and guacamole dip they were safe from attack, the Crocclebog shot cold water at them. • Pulled pork, rice, cheese and black bean burritos Luckily, it was a beautiful, hot day! • Slow-cooked pulled pork burritos with five spices and chilli • Marinated chicken, cheese, pepper and lettuce fajitas The children returned from the trip full of enthusiasm but very tired! Many of the children expressed their thanks to the adults who had gone with them for a wonderful day out and The Year 5 children thoroughly enjoyed the experience which complemented the Mexican topic, several claimed that it was the “best day ever”! ‘Hola Mexico!’ that they have been studying in class this term.

Year 5 Bikeability - Young Cyclist Training Course

Dinosaur Planet! From Monday 29th June to Thursday 2nd July 2015, Year 5 pupils participated in a 2-day Bikeability training course. This extensive As part of the Dinosaur Planet topic, Year 1 course enabled children to learn vital cycle and road safety skills. had a visit from ‘Edzoocation’. Andy brought lots of different reptiles for the children to Day 1 consisted of a cycle check, an assessment of riding skills on the school playground, general cycle control and some on-road cycling. handle and taught them lots about each of them. The children saw snakes, geckos, a Day 2 consisted of basic manoeuvres at local road junctions. These included left and right hand turns and overtaking parked vehicles. chameleon, Chinese water dragons, a tiny tortoise and a tarantula. Esmeralda the 8ft At the end of the 2-day Bikeability course, children who reached the required standard received a certificate of competence and Bikeability badge. All children thoroughly boa constrictor was definitely a favourite! enjoyed the experience and their cycling confidence improved enormously as a result.

2 • The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News • 3 Bikeability Abbey Farm in Woodhall Spa Our Year 3 classes (Leopards and Tigers) visited Staniland Academy hosted the first Bikeability FunTime event in Abbey Farm in Woodhall Spa in May. Boston in June. Firstly the children found out what crops are grown on the farm There were lots of fun things for the whole family to take part in and it was a lovely sunny and the type of equipment they use to harvest them. Crops day for everyone to enjoy the events. included carrots, sugar beet, potatoes, rape seed and wheat. The pupils then enjoyed a look round the fields on a specially Children and parents enjoyed: adapted tractor and trailer to see some of the crops growing. The children were very excited to go on a short walk in the small • Bikeability taster sessions wood to identify different trees but definitely the most exciting • Balance Bike Taster sessions bit was the mini beast hunt. They found several spiders, worms, • Make your own smoothie on a smoothie bike! ants and snails using magnifying glasses and small containers. • ‘Bling Your Bike’ stand • Cycle health checks with Dr Bike Huge thanks to Jo at Abbey Farm for making their trip interesting • Extra security for cycles with Immobitag security stall and exciting even though the weather was totally against us! • Refreshments provided by school and ASDA • Face Painting • Boston Wheelers Cycling Club display • A great band that entertained everyone during the event Family Learning Project Parents and children involved in our Family Learning project enjoyed a day out at the Eco Centre in Skegness. They took part in many outdoor activities such as shelter building and pond dipping. This trip was the culmination of a 16 week Council Receives Bronze Level Award! project in partnership with Lincolnshire County Council. the thoughts of other people. It was lovely to speak with you Huge congratulations go to our Academy Council The Family Learning Partnership works to build motivation, create about how much you value the Council and your roles within it. who have just been awarded the Bronze Level opportunities and provide support for learning in families and communities, Award. Below is an extract from the email we workplaces and schools that leads to positive change. Staniland Academy has a well-established system for ensuring received from Lincolnshire Healthy Schools. Well that all pupils have a voice via Class and Year Councils. done Mrs Cook, Miss Gould and all the academy council members. I have considered all we saw and heard at the meetings, the answers given to our questions and your portfolio of evidence. Thank you so much for allowing Carly Willingham and Pauline We have no hesitation in confirming that Staniland Academy Bazett to attend your School Council Meeting on Wednesday has been awarded the Bronze Level of the Lincolnshire Healthy 22nd April. Schools School Council Award. Your certificate will follow in the Fire and Rescue Visit post We both really enjoyed our visits and the chance to see the Lincs Fire & Rescue visited the Congratulations! Council in action. We were impressed by the way you as Council academy in May to allow the Members consult with your classes using notebooks to capture Nursery (Starfish) children to look around the engine and hear about the work they do. They had a fun time looking around the engine and playing Kwik Cricket Festival with the hose pipes. The children also recently had A team of Year 5 pupils were runners-up in the recent Kwik visits from the PCSOs and the local Cricket festival in June at Boston Cricket Club. The final was Vet from Marshlands Veterinary Practice in Boston. very close but well done David, Luke, George, Molly, Thomas, Maxwell, Mafalda, Kordian, Taylor and Dawid, Mr Smith and All visits were part of the children’s topic work “People who help us”. Mrs Allen.

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Y K W Wygate Park PTA Fundraising ACADEMY Spring Inspiration During the Spring term, we appointed our PTA who have already During the week of the 13th April, we started the Spring Term with a brand new started fundraising for the school. topic all about growing and life cycles. To ignite the children’s enthusiasm and interest we brought in frog spawn and to the children’s delight we watched our frogspawn develop and grow into tadpoles but we did keep a very close eye on Samantha Martin was elected as our chair and is working with a dedicated team consisting them so we didn’t have a classroom full of frogs! of Jessica Quesnel (secretary) and Chris Ayre (treasurer) whilst Steve Kornek and Lexanne Stannard have been appointed as the general committee members. Currently they have On Thursday 16th April Kirsty from Happy Compost kindly visited us and talked all about organised a Mother’s day meal, father’s day meal and a Christmas stall. They recently held how compost is formed. All week the children have been busy planting their own plants, their first open meeting which was really well attended by many parents, all of whom had learning how to care for them and encouraged to write the labels so we know what is some excellent ideas for raising funds through a summer fete. growing! School Council Clubs at Wygate Park Our school council were also elected during the Spring term and have already shown that they are excellent role models for our school. During the Summer term, staff at Wygate Park were able to start offering the children a range of different clubs. During a visit from some other head teachers, they were keen to show their learning environment and could talk very confidently about the range of activities available The members of recorder club have learnt how to play a to them both indoors and outdoors. They have already held two meetings where recorder, including how to play the notes B and A. They have they have decided to raise funds for some more climbing equipment outside. We even learnt all about democracy when we undertook a secret ballot in order to also learnt two songs as well as visiting a third one which determine which climbing equipment we wanted to buy! can be broken up into two parts. Whilst learning these songs they have also learnt about how to read music and what a crotchet and a quaver are.

During the first week at Sports Club, the children made a list of all the sports that they would like to learn. They were football, rugby and basketball. In football, they practised dribbling the ball. They were good at this, so started Farm Trip shooting some goals which was great fun. Basketball was a lot different because they still did dribbling with the ball, but this time it was with their On the 26th March, we had our very first trip out of school. All reception hands! They bounced the ball standing still, then started to move around children had the opportunity to visit Sacrewell Farm in Peterborough! with it, getting faster and faster. One of the rules is that you can only use one hand to dribble! For rugby, the ball skill was throwing and catching. To make The children really enjoyed the whole day experiencing the different this even harder, they had to move further and further away from each other animals, getting to stroke them and learn all about how to care for them. each time they caught the ball.

At stories and games club, they have a selection of games to choose from each week. Their favourite is the Animals game. There are lots of funny On Thursday 23rd April we celebrated St things that they have to do; roar like a lion, slither like a snake and walk like George’s Day! The children were told all about a monkey! Scrabble, Ludo and Lotto are games they are getting really good at too. Turn taking is a big part of these games so they enjoy watching other the reasons behind the day itself, and told the children have a go before it’s our turn. story of St George and his dragon- the children were very enthusiastic about the story and even During arts and crafts club this term they have been getting very creative acted it out later outside! (and messy!). The children have made a flower each, using different materials, tools and techniques to go alongside the growing topic. They have also been The children had various activities to complete throughout given a free choice option to plan and create anything they wished to, using St George’s the day, they designed their own shields for St George, the materials provided. Some children followed a specific interest they had, coloured various pictures of St George and his dragon, making related items to the popular Disney film Frozen and also superheroes painted flags, and even decorated biscuits with the played a large part too. They have also made their own instruments using a Day England flag icing! range of junk modelling.

6 • The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News • 7 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Top Award for Scout Sam There has been more success in the Academy’s Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program. Three of our Year 11 students, Year 7 student Sam Graves has been Laini Francis, Santa Pavlika and Owen Lewis have just completed awarded a top Scout’s award. Sam is a their Bronze Award. To achieve this they have had to take part Scout with the 5th Boston and he was in many different activities. These included physical activities, recently involved in an incident when his such as fitness, and skills activities, such as performing arts. neighbour was taken seriously unwell. They also went on camping expeditions and they all had a She was unconscious and really ill, Sam wonderful time that they will remember forever. took his younger brothers out of the way and then came back to help his neighbour. He spoke to the Ambulance operator over the phone and put the lady into the recovery position comforting her until the ambulance arrived. Sam showed extreme Netball Devon Trip courage and piece of mind when applying his first aid skills in a real life situation Haven High Academy Sports Faculty organised and conducted and even found the time to thank the another successful Netball Tour to Torquay in May. paramedics for their help. The trip involved 24 students, making up three teams from Year 8, Year 9 and Year 10. The tournament itself was organised and officiated by England As a result he has received the Chief Scouts’ Personal Netball with the students gaining the best possible game play and umpiring Award and a personal letter from the chief Scout experiences with many receiving individualised coaching from the England himself, world renowned adventurer Bear Grylls. Sam officials. Rosie Allison represented the England Netball Squad presenting has also featured on BBC Radio Lincolnshire following awards to the teams to conclude the overall event. The tournament included news of his story. 10 teams in each age group with games lasting 16 minutes, played throughout the weekend. The teams involved in the tournament ranged in abilities and educational settings, with many travelling hours to attend this popular seaside event. All Haven High teams consistently displayed effort, determination and positive game results over the weekend and benefited hugely from the experience offered from this Netball Tour. When students weren’t playing Netball they were participating in a range of outdoor adventure activities, providing enrichment to the students learning and experience, these activities included rock climbing, quad biking, zip wire, leap of faith, air ball and swimming. To conclude the overall weekend, the final evening was a fun packed visit to the beach, exploring the pier, arcades and mastering the art of stone skimming. Overall the trip was a huge success and will hopefully be repeated again next year, many thanks to staff involved who supported the trip, Joanne Matson, Sara Cook and Rachel Spink. USA Trip Students: Ella Teft, Lucia Taylor, Alex-Leigh Revell, Hollie Cook, Kieva Clegg, Lauren-Mai Harrison, Milena Mieciute, Sarah Taylor, Hollie Vear, Over the Easter Holiday sixteen students experienced the trip of a Destiny Reid, Jade Chester, Amy Lawson, Ruby McKenzie, Georgia Long, Millie Prudden, Casey Todd, Alice Leonard, Cayley Ainsworth, lifetime when they visited Washington and New York in the United States China Smith, Abi Freeman, Sharna McCulloch, Ellie McCulloch, Olivia-Ann Manning, Connie Richardson. of America.

This annual trip, the pinnacle of the academy’s unique “Haven Pathways”, develops the Year 11 have had a fantastic year in Study and Support. They have benefited from the leadership skills of the student body’s Senior Prefects and 6th Form Ambassadors. From the extra support and encouragement which they received by attending lunchtime and team of Year 11 prefects (all expert learners) staff and students vote for our senior team. Study & Support after school study sessions. Students who attended the required amount of sessions Throughout the year they then carry out a wide range of roles of responsibilities - including were rewarded with a trip out of school every term. The skating trip at Christmas time fund raising for our Senior Citizens Christmas Hampers project. Once in the USA, students was a particular favourite with students, so much so, that another trip to the ice rink had pair up to take charge of a day, organising transport, timekeeping, restaurant reservations to be included later in the school year! Students also earned a trip to the cinema to watch and paying the bills. Our students certainly rose to the challenge as we toured Washington Taken 3. The final and most anticipated reward was a four day residential conference to include The White House, Capitol Hill, a symphony concert at The Kennedy Centre, at Butlins, Skegness. During the day the students attended revision classes delivered Arlington Cemetery and a host of Smithsonian Museums. Once in New York it was on to by members of staff, and in the evenings they enjoyed the use of the many facilities Central Park, the moving 9/11 Museum, Wall Street, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State available at Butlins, such as Splash Waterworld and the fun fair. The students worked Building, catching a New York Nicks game at Maddison Square Garden and an unforgettable extremely hard and were brilliantly behaved. All students seemed to grow in confidence production of The Jersey Boys on Broadway. Once again huge thanks go to our supporters through the extra sessions and thought the Butlins conference really helped to prepare and sponsors who cover all costs for our students. You can catch up on all the details of the them for their GCSEs. The Learning Mentors have thoroughly enjoyed working with Year tour on our website which includes photos, the daily blogs and a video of the tour. 11, and wish them every success in the future.

8 • The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News The Boston Witham Academies Federation - Summer News • 9 Haven High SIXTH FORM Goodbye and Rochford Good Luck to Year 13 Hall The General Election has been a hot As we approach the final term of the academic year, it is time to say a fond farewell to our Year 13 topic amongst Sixth Formers this students. They are all moving on to new challenges whether that be in education or into the world term with many of them voting for the of work. It has been an absolute pleasure and privilege to work with them all, and everyone in the first time this year. Boards giving an Academy wish them well and look forward to hearing of their many successes in the future. overview of the main political parties went up around campus, showing key What Next? Having completed their AS examinations, students in Year 12 are now starting to focus on their future plans for their Post 18 policies on a range of issues along destinations. Fifty students attended the University UCAS convention on June 9th 2015 at Lincoln University. All the main with details of how the system works, universities and colleges offering higher education courses are represented at this exhibition and students are able to talk face what happens at the polling station to face with careers advisors and student representatives from well over a hundred different institutions. In addition to this, and details of the local Boston and tutor time and specially organised events across next term will support students with other aspects of life Post 18 including Skegness candidates. It sparked a workshops on personal statement writing and choosing courses to creating an effective CV and writing letters of application. We are planning to ask in past students to share their experiences of student life and for the Apprentice Champion for our area to few lively debates amongst students visit students to raise their awareness of the opportunities open to them. as they discussed issues important to them, but it gave them the chance Student Council to share their opinions, ask their Since their election earlier in the year, the Sixth Form Student Council has been busy working, alongside the student ambassadors, questions and to think about things to represent the views and concerns of students on Tollfield Campus. They have successfully campaigned for the addition of they maybe hadn’t done before. blinds to the café area, making this a much cooler space in the warmer summer months, and for the provision of new furniture for the A block study area. Student Council has also run fundraising events with £20 being raised in aid of the British Heart On March 13th, as part of our pre-election effort to raise awareness of politics, a group of students visited Rochford Hall near Foundation and £80 in aid of the victims of the recent earthquakes in Nepal. Grantham to take part in the ‘Your Voice’ Conference 2015. The event is designed to give young people the opportunity to find out more about voting and the political process, the importance of the youth vote and of getting their voices heard. After a presentation on the importance of social media in modern politics (resulting in the whole Sixth Form getting involved on a live Twitter feed!) and a ‘Question Time’ style session where they posed questions on a range of subjects to a panel of councillors from LCC and the MP Nick Boles, students began the process of forming their own political party. They voted for Staff vs Students Rounders a Party leader and Department heads, and the appointed chief whip kept order as they debated their ideas, created their By Sophie Roland-Shrubb Tournament manifesto and decided on a party name. The 6th Form held a Staff vs Students rounders Led by Natasha Brown, the newly formed ‘Haven Party’ put forward policies for improving local tournament. transport in rural areas to help reduce youth unemployment, pledged money for apprenticeships and vowed to improve our local NHS services. They filmed and showed a Party Election Broadcast There were six teams participating; Year 12, Year 12/13, Year 13, English Staff, Sixth Form Staff and Science Staff. The sun and announced their plans in a speech delivered to around 150 people. Then it went to the vote… was shining and the games were competitive! Ire Moronkeji Unfortunately ‘The Haven Party’ didn’t win the election, but all those who took part enjoyed the was talking the talk, Mr Andrews was hitting them hard for experience, gained confidence in public speaking and debating, and have hopefully learned to English and the less said about Mr Hughes’ dismissal at first take an interest in issues that will influence their futures. base against the Yr12s the better!

After the first round of games the final was held between Year 13 and Sixth Form Staff, with the latter coming out on top!!! View From a Bridge Trip Congratulations to the winning team players, Rachel Spink, Michaela Dorrian, Josh Reed, On the 7th May over 100 students from years 10, 11 and 13 went to see The National Theatre Live Helen Bates, David Bruce, George Gott, and the production of ‘A View from the Bridge’, starring Mark Strong as Eddie. super subs Cameron Bontoft and Charlie Winter and a Big Thank You to everyone who came The students were entranced by the minimal staging and the excellent adaptation of their GCSE Literature text of the Arthur Miller play. It provided a great stimulus for their exams. along.

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