TRUST UPDATE #14 Partial School Opening/Closure

Monday 29 June, 2020

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MESSAGE FROM THE CEO

Preparing for Life After Coronavirus

With one announcement earlier this year life as we know it changed dramatically. Commutes to the office, visits to the local shops, drinks at the pub, celebrating birthdays with friends, holidays, gym classes, family visits, hugs and handshakes were all removed from our list of daily activities.

The Coronavirus pandemic is history defining. It is the biggest crisis that the UK and many other countries have faced in peacetime, so the response has been unlike anything most of us have ever experienced.

Over recent weeks we have seen signs of the lockdown easing and from the fourth of July the country will take another significant step towards normality. However, we must all recognise that our pre-pandemic life of last minute trips, walk in dinner reservations and large crowds at festivals are a long way off. If there remains a threat of the virus, even if it is much smaller than the first half of 2020, life will continue to be different.

As a nation we need to be sensible and patient as we move into a life ‘Post Coronavirus’. We will all be able to broaden our daily activities and meet with family and friends, but it is key that we do this within the confines of the latest guidance. Only if we manage this next transition responsibly will we be able to move closer to normal life without the risk of a second spike and enforced local lockdown.

Working together we can move out of this pandemic and enjoy a more positive experience over the coming months . In the last fourteen weeks we have seen people unite for the common good and show concern and support for the more vulnerable and less fortunate in our communities. It would certainly be refreshing if this lasted and people pulled together to deliver a local recovery plan.

Keep safe and well.

Dave Sutton

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POST-CORONAVIRUS BUCKET LIST

You may recall that in week five of lockdown we highlighted a family who were inspiring their children to dream about post-Coronavirus adventures. During lockdown every time they wished they could do something, go somewhere, treat themselves, see someone they love, visit a new place, invite people to visit them, they wrote it down on a post it note and put it in a jar. When the Coronavirus lockdown ends, the family plan to work their way through their bucket list in the jar and be more grateful than ever for the little and lovely things in their lives.

We thought it might be interesting to see what sort of things they had Celebrate captured on the post it notes. birthdays with Whatever you choose to do in the coming weeks please continue to family avoid large crowds and follow the latest government guidance.

PARTIAL OPENING – STUDENT NUMBERS ATTENDING ACROSS THE TRUST: 22 JUNE – 26 JUNE 2020

SIR THOMAS MALTBY MALTBY RAVENFIELD MALTBY WATH MALTBY WHARTON LILLY HALL MANOR PRIMARY REDWOOD ACADEMY ACADEMY ACADEMY ACADEMY ACADEMY ACADEMY

MONDAY 73 43 104 43 64 22 30 ENRICHING LIVES TUESDAY 77 56 104 46 71 32 30 AND DEVEOPING WEDNESDAY 15 25 26 44 57 17 17 CHARACTER

THURSDAY 79 42 71 38 74 34 19

FRIDAY 74 48 40 36 63 32 21

QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “We do not have to become heroes overnight. Just a step at a time, meeting each thing as it comes up, seeing it is not as dreadful as it appeared, discovering we have the ability to stare it down.” Eleanor Roosevelt Former First Lady of the United States MALTBYLEARNINGTRUST Exceptional Experiences. Successful Lives. MALTBY LEARNING TRUST|WEEK 14 UPDATE

WIDER OPENING - MESSAGES OF SUPPORT FROM PARENTS/CARERS

As we enter our third week of wider opening, one of the most heartening aspects of the work we have been PREPARED FOR THE doing has been the enthusiasm of the children for returning to school and the feedback we have received from CHALLENGE parents about the measures we have put in place. Pupil safety and wellbeing has been right at the heart of our OF CHANGE approach to this crisis and the positive comments you have sent us make the hard work on the part of all our teams worthwhile. I thought this would be an excellent opportunity to share some of these messages we have received with you all.

“I know everyone is trying their hardest to make it safe and I can't thank them enough. All the teachers have been amazing over this difficult time - thank you for all your support” “I was a little nervous about sending my child this morning but as soon as I got on to school grounds you could tell they’ve done everything possible to keep the children and staff safe! My child ran straight in with a massive smile on their face and didn’t even look back at me! Honestly, the school should be so proud!” “Thank you for the information with regards to the reopening of the school. I have found it very informative and encouraging that you have taken steps to protect our children and staff at this very worrying time.” “You're all doing amazing, you really are. I can't show my appreciation enough! “I just wanted to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to staff and governors for all their knowledge, support and information during this unprecedented, unpredictable time. I have felt fully informed by both the school and the Trust.” “The school have kept parents updated of any announcements or changes. I particularly liked that there was a site tour to share with the children in order to allow parents to talk and prepare their children ready for them coming back. Also, I have enjoyed reading the weekly updates from the Trust and finding out about other schools within the Trust.” “My youngest son has gone back into school this week. He has been so excited to be back and has definitely still got that love for learning, which is fantastic to see. As a parent I just want my children to be happy and safe and as a school I feel you are playing a very important part, so thank you!”

These are just some of the wonderful comments that we have received this week. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your help, your patience and your support throughout this period. It has certainly demonstrated the strength of our communities.

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SIXTH FORM PROVISION

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE?

We recognise how important it is for students to make the transition from from GCSE to Post 16 learning. Our sixth form provision will enable all students to leave armed with academic success and highly developed broader skills which will allow them to secure the best opportunities in higher education, work based training or employment.

To ensure that this is achieved, we offer a wide variety of successful academic and vocational courses to enable students to build on the success they have achieved during Key Stage 4. Students study a smaller range of subjects in greater depth, often gaining valuable experience in the workplace. Students develop their personal learning and thinking skills through a variety of enrichment opportunities.

The Sixth Form Community is warm and welcoming. Students are supported by a dedicated team of tutors and leaders as well as teaching staff who are passionate about their subjects.

QUOTES FROM STUDENTS

“The Academy Sixth Form is a forward-looking and ambitious learning community where aspirations are high and excellence is a common goal.” “Being in the Sixth Form makes you feel part of a team. There is always someone available to talk and advise you through any problems you might have.” “The Sixth Form team know all the students. They can offer personal advice about university options or can help you get a really good job.” “Sixth a Form is about reaching your potential - both academically and emotionally.”

DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT, COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELF. VISIT OUR WEBSITES: Outstanding learning facilitated by exceptional teachers and developed by committed students is the key to our continued success. www.wathacademy.com/sixthform | www.maltbyacademy.com/post16 | www.stwacademy.com/post16

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SIXTH FORM LEADERSHIP - WATH ACADEMY

As with many things, the senior student selection process at Wath needed to be adapted during lockdown. Rather than our traditional ballot boxes we instead opted for an electronic form, and pleasingly this led to more votes cast this year than in any other in recent memory. I am pleased to announce the following Senior Student positions which will take immediate effect:

HEAD BOY: Alex McEwan | HEAD GIRL: Millie Birch DEPUTY HEAD BOY: Matthew Saxton | DEPUTY HEAD GIRL: Charlotte Sutton SENIOR STUDENTS: Lucy Booth, Annie Cutler, Ben Fielding, Katie Hawksworth, Elli-Jane Little, Lewis Nuttall, Imogen Rooney, Charlotte Spiby, Elizabeth Tonge, Daisy Turton, Zerkif Yazigan

MEET THE HEAD BOY AND HEAD GIRL

ALEX MCEWAN (HEAD BOY) MILLIE BIRCH (HEAD GIRL)

I made the decision to come to Wath Sixth Form as I I have been a student at Wath since Year 7 and have wanted to build on the positive changes that I had continued into the Sixth Form to study A-level Biology, made in recent years and to make further progress Psychology and BTEC Dance Extended Diploma. I am in my education. In my younger school years, it delighted to have been appointed as Head Girl as I want would be fair to say that I had a less than exemplary to contribute to the wider school community and work with record. However, as my GCSEs approached, I Senior Leaders within the school in order to represent the realised that anything other than 100% commitment opinions and views of students at Wath. Also, I wanted this would not enable me to reach my full potential. responsibility because I believe I have the qualities needed in order to succeed in this role. I want to encourage students to Wath Academy Sixth Form is a place where I feel confident and able to achieve embrace our key drivers including “Never give up” and inspire younger students to be anything. I am determined to get the grades I need to go to university and lead a resilient, hard working and determined and who always try to be the best version of happy, healthy and successful life. I chose to study the Diploma in BTEC Sport, Product themselves. Design and the Extended Project Qualification. I enjoy ‘doing’ and the practical nature of my subjects suits the way I learn best. In 2018, I had life changing surgery in Philadelphia, United States to prevent a serious spinal condition progressing to the point where it might jeopardise my dancing aspirations. Becoming Head Boy quickly became an aspiration of mine as I wanted younger Unfortunately, this resulted in me missing two months of school at the end of Year 10. students to see that with the right growth mindset and setting yourself the highest However, with my determination, positive mindset, and commitment to expectations anything is possible. It is humbling that my teachers and other students my studies, I achieved 8’s and 9’s in my GCSE’s. This meant that I had exceeded voted for me to become Head Boy. I certainly do not take their support for granted my GCSE target grades by 2-3 grades, which is something that I am very proud of. and throughout the year I aim to repay their faith and make a positive contribution to school life. I look forward to the year ahead and am proud that I will be part of the I am so grateful to have been voted Head Girl and I am very excited to be rich History of Wath Academy Sixth Form. involved in making positive changes at Wath Academy.

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NURSERY PROVISION - MALTBY LEARNING TRUST (SEPTEMBER 2020)

LATEST GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

This week the government confirmed that as part of the ongoing moves to relax the current lockdown restrictions, they are intending to further loosen the current restrictions on childcare. This will see providers being able to work with our academies and, crucially, our teacher-led nursery provisions, to provide the wraparound care that parents need. We will be working with the providers serving all our sites to make sure we can safely meet the need for this important aspect of childcare provision. We know that the combination of high quality, teacher led early years provision and well run, supportive childcare is crucial to give parents the confidence of knowing they are doing the very best for their children. We will be doing everything possible to make sure this is in place for September when we welcome you back to school.

RAVENFIELD PRIMARY ACADEMY NURSERY - UNDER CONSULTATION TO OPEN SEPTEMBER 2020

For more information about Ravenfield Primary Academy, to register your child, or if you have any questions about the provision, please visit www.ravenfieldprimaryacademy.com/nursery.

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MEET THE MALTBY LEARNING TRUST TEAM

Trust Facilities & Premises Manager Q A MR PONS MALTBY LEARNING TRUST

Who inspires you? What’s your favourite meal and which four people would I get inspiration from the positive people around me. I have been very lucky in my life to be you choose to eat it with? surrounded by people whose work ethic and life ethos are full of positivity and enthusiastic Spanish Paella. I would cook it Menorcan style on a wooden fire under the energy. I like to feed from that good energy as this makes me thrive within my working and trees, at the side of the beach. No plates, just divide into sections and each private life. It would be very easy to name big inspirational people like Nelson Mandela who person eats their portion, straight from the pan. As a massive golf fan my idol have positively changed people’s beliefs, but I look to my daughter who has special needs. Tiger Woods would be there, my passion for football and love for Real Madrid It remained uncertain if she would be able to talk, walk, ride a bike or a horse, but her would see the legend that is Raul, Elvis to keep us rocking and to provide determination and life enjoyment mean she can do all those things. If she can achieve entertainment with his fabulous stories, Steven Spielberg. then so can I. Who would you like to swap places with for a day? What was the best concert you ever attended? The devil. I would try to reverse the bad in the world; end the wars, end the diseases, end the I am a big music fan and I cannot tell you how many concerts and music festivals I have suffering. I would make a pact with God to have peace between all human race. Ok it attended. To put this into perspective my favourite band is called James, led by Tim Booth. sounds cheesy, but wouldn’t this be great? For those that don’t know them, one of their biggest hits was Sit Down. I have seen James 17 times! The Killers , Reverend and the Makers, Foo Fighters, Artic Monkeys, Kings of Leon, What’s your secret talent that no-one knows about? Snow Patrol, Oasis, Muse, and the whole catalogue of Indie and Pop music bands - all of During lockdown I have discovered that I can bake! I have always been able to cook, but them I seen several times. since the lockdown started, I began baking and it has become a passion of mine. The Great CONNECTING CONNECTING STUDENTS British Bake Off, here I come! CONNECTING STAFF Where’s your favourite place in the world? CONNECTING SCHOOLS A little town called Ciudadela on the island of Menorca, which is where I am from. It will What are some of your pet peeves? stay forever with me - our daily routine saw us coming out of my door and stepping onto I don’t get annoyed easily but rudeness and lack of care from people do annoy me. It takes the beach. We would spend hours swimming until my mother shouted us in for dinner. Great no effort to be nice to each other. Also talking to someone on the phone while they are times. chewing something - no thank you! What’s your favourite movie? During this period of lockdown, what are you missing about daily life? I am a massive movie fan and I can watch almost anything - thrillers, science fiction and Visiting and entertaining friends. It has always been a big feature in our lives, I am very lucky musicals are my favourites. I can watch the same film over and over again and not get to have great friends and we see each other regularly. I cannot wait for a little normality to bored. I have watched Grease over 25 times 17 of them on the trot within 5 days. I really be able to see and hug them all again. enjoyed the Bourne trilogy and would love to have Jason Bourne’s skills. What are you enjoying doing during lockdown? What’s your favourite family tradition? My family. My wife Debbie and my daughter Hollie are my world. This lockdown We don’t have an actual tradition that I can think of. We have several family activities. We has given us the opportunity to have genuine quality time together which normally love camping and always try to do 2 or 3 trips a year. I remember the early days when we is not possible due to work commitments and life demands. Nice walks, riding would struggle in a two-man tent, now we have a huge tent with all the mod cons – we our horses together, games and a host of new experiences that normally have fantastic weekends away! we would not have - more to come when the hot tub arrives! MALTBYLEARNINGTRUST Exceptional Experiences. Successful Lives. MALTBY LEARNING TRUST|WEEK 14 UPDATE

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Foundation Stage Teacher Q A MRS PARKER RAVENFIELD PRIMARY ACADEMY

Who inspires you? What’s your favourite meal and which four people would This is very difficult so I have chosen someone from history who is extremely inspirational, you choose to eat it with? Anne Frank. We have no idea of what true ‘lockdown’ is. I have visited her museum and My favourite meal would be a curry (not too hot) with poppadoms and read her diary and I am amazed by how much hope she had during such a difficult time. mango chutney. I would invite Michael Buble (especially if it’s Christmas time) as he could sing during the evening. I would invite Michael Scott (Steve Carrell) What was the best concert you ever attended? from The Office as he would make everyone laugh. I would invite Cleopatra Just in case my husband reads this... It has to be Bon Jovi! We went to see them at the as she is one of the most famous historical female rulers and I would have Etihad Stadium in Manchester and I must admit they were amazing. lots of questions to ask her about Julius Caesar and Marc Antony. Lastly, Where’s your favourite place in the world? I would invite my Grandad Peter. He passed away before I graduated from university. I would love the chance to talk to him again. Rome! I have visited Rome three times already and hope to go back again soon. It is one place I have visited and honestly felt like I had travelled back in time. It is an incredible What’s your secret talent that no-one knows about? place and there is still so much more for me to see. I am not sure this is a secret to my colleagues at Ravenfield Primary but when I was younger I What’s the last book you read? was a Scout. My secret talents because of this include speedily putting up a tent, great aim when shooting targets (especially in archery) and being able to make and cook on a The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. After being a Harry Potter fan for many campfire. I’ve once cooked a roast chicken on a campfire. years I have decided to give the LOTR trilogy a chance. CONNECTING CONNECTING STUDENTS What are some of your pet peeves? CONNECTING STAFF What’s your favourite movie? I find it irritating when people eat with their mouth open or talk with their mouth full. CONNECTING SCHOOLS My favourite movie is Titanic. I have never watched this film without crying! I like a good I also think manners are really important. I do not like it when people do not say please and romance but I am also interested in the history surrounding the film Titanic. I travelled to thank you. Belfast a few years ago to visit the Titanic museum and it was really interesting. During this period of lockdown, what are you missing about daily life? What’s your favourite family tradition? I am desperately missing going travelling. Last year, my husband and I spent the summer I live around 4 hours away from my family as they live in Norfolk so anytime with my family is holidays travelling America and before returning home got married in Las Vegas. This year special. My favourite tradition would be our Christmas Eve BBQ at my mum and dad’s we had organised to travel South America and unfortunately we have had to cancel this house. We get wrapped up, light the chiminea outside and have burgers and hot dogs. trip! We are hoping we can go next year instead. Who would you like to swap places with for a day? What are you enjoying doing during lockdown? James Cameron (director of the film Titanic). He has travelled in a submarine to visit the I have enjoyed spending time with my husband and my stepson Troy, who is 8. wreckage of the Titanic over 100 times. What an amazing experience this would be! It has been lots of fun homeschooling him.

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SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL HEALTH – BEING AT EASE As the world starts to get back to normal it’s not surprising if we find ourselves feeling a little on edge and restless. There may be days when we feel hyperactive and other days when it’s hard to feel motivated. After so much uncertainty, this isn’t unusual and, providing these two modes of being are not too extreme, or too frequent, then some simple mindful and distraction techniques might be helpful.

To understand the relationship between mood and activity, the ‘getselfhelp’ resource might be useful, or for tips on helping your children manage their mood, click here.

Alternatively, try some of the strategies on this page.

RELAXATION When our minds are full of different, sometimes conflicting thoughts, it can be difficult to relax. This means our bodies are in a state of high alert which ultimately, is exhausting. Read about relaxation techniques or, try some relaxation and guided imagery. Your children might find some activities in this self-help book useful too.

EXERCISE Taking some form of exercise helps us to focus our attention, distracts us from unhelpful thoughts and is good for our physical health. Find a walk near you. Why not try some mountain climbing, planking or ski sits at home. Perhaps you could slither like a snake with your children!

ARTS AND CRAFT Engaging in creative activities are also good distraction techniques, concentrate our minds and also give our mental health a boost when we produce something new. For budding artists, here are some ideas to get you started. Why not make some lemonade for those warmer days. Or, try making a windchime with your children. ENRICHING LIVES AND DEVEOPING CHARACTER MALTBYLEARNINGTRUST Exceptional Experiences. Successful Lives. MALTBY LEARNING TRUST|WEEK 14 UPDATE

FREE SCHOOL MEALS

All students eligible for ‘Free School Meals’ across the Trust will be provided with e-vouchers that can be redeemed for food in many of the local supermarkets, including: Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Aldi.

The e-voucher codes will be emailed to eligible families from Wednesday each week. If the school does not have a current email address for a family, the appropriate gift cards will be posted out. Please allow 3 days for delivery.

PLEASE NOTE: Maltby Learning Trust will be continuing to provide Free School Meals vouchers throughout the summer. More details to follow.

DO YOU QUALIFY? TO APPLY ONLINE: DO YOU RECEIVE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING? Families: Click Here · Income support Doncaster Families: Click Here · Employment Support Allowance (Income Related) or pick up an application form from any MLT Academy. · Income based Job Seekers Allowance · Guaranteed Pension Credit · Child Tax Credit and your income (as calculated by Inland Revenue is) is less than £16,190 · Universal Credit · Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act of 1999 · Working in the Armed Forces If you can answer yes to any of the above you may qualify for Free School Meals/Pupil Premium.

HOW DOES IT WORK? If you want your child to have a free, healthy meal at lunchtime – they will receive a free school meal. This can save you more than £350 a year and allow the school to get additional funding to support your child’s learning. (£1,345 per primary-aged pupil. £955 per secondary-aged pupil per year). Please remember you must qualify and register for the free school meals for the school to receive the extra money even if you do not want your child to have the free school meals. Registering for free school meals is confidential, no one will know you have registered and it will not affect any other benefits you are claiming. MALTBYLEARNINGTRUST Exceptional Experiences. Successful Lives. MALTBY LEARNING TRUST|WEEK 14 UPDATE

PROTECT YOURSELF AND HELP PREVENT INFECTION

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. We can all help control the virus if we all STAY ALERT.

FROM 15 JUNE, YOU CAN: - Form a ‘support bubble’ with one other household if you live alone or are a single parent with dependent children - You can meet outdoors with groups of up to six people from different households, provided social distancing is observed and you stay 2 metres away from anyone outside your household or support bubble. - visit any type of shop and some additional outdoor attractions – drive-in cinemas, and animal attractions like zoos, farms and safari parks. - You will have to wear a face covering on public transport

AS BEFORE, YOU CANNOT: - visit friends and family inside their homes (unless you are in a support bubble) - stay away from your home or your support bubble household overnight - including holidays - except for in a limited set of circumstances, such as for work purposes - exercise in an indoor sports court, gym or leisure centre, or go swimming in a public pool - use an outdoor gym or playground - gather outdoors in a group of more than six (unless exclusively with members of your own household or support bubble or for one of the limited set of circumstances set out in the law)

AS ALWAYS: - Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. - Clean and disinfect regularly touched objects and surfaces using your regular cleaning products to reduce the risk of passing the infection on to other people.

For further information about how to protect yourself and others, click here.

For information about Maltby Learning Trust and what we are doing to keep our staff and students safe, click here. LEAD BY For more information about social distancing and how to protect vulnerable people, click here. EXAMPLE MALTBYLEARNINGTRUST Exceptional Experiences. Successful Lives. MALTBY LEARNING TRUST|WEEK 14 UPDATE

SUPPORTING MENTAL KEEPING IN TOUCH HEALTH AND WELLBEING

This is an unsettling time for all members of our It is important to remember that we are all community but parents/carers may be part of the same community and that we additionally worried about their child's mental find any way we can to stay connected to health and emotional wellbeing. If you are each other. concerned about your child, you can receive an initial telephone call to discuss your concerns We will aim to send out regular further, please email your child's Academy, communications responding to frequent stating ‘MENTAL HEALTH AND EMOTIONAL questions we have received, informing you WELLBEING SUPPORT’ in the subject line. of any developments that we are made If you have any other concerns about your child, aware of and sharing important updates please contact the Academy directly using the with you. However; the best way you can following e-mail addresses: stay up to date and in touch with us is by following our Twitter account: [email protected] @maltbylearning. WA [email protected] [email protected] We would like for Twitter to become a forum through which parents and colleagues can [email protected] share updates about how they are spending MA [email protected] [email protected] their time during the school closure period, celebrating any amazing work their children [email protected] complete, or posting hints, tips and tricks STWA [email protected] they may have for getting through this [email protected] time at home. RPA [email protected] PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU TAG US @MALTBYLEARNING OR USE MLHA [email protected] #MLTCOMMUNITY IN YOUR POST.

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Last week we talked about students who had been volunteering during lockdown, so we had to give Melissa and her Dad a mention this week, from MALTBY MANOR ACADEMY, who take a bin liner and a litter picker on their daily walk around Maltby to help keep the area as clean and litter free as possible to ensure that the community they live in is being well looked after. How fantastic!

SIR THOMAS WHARTON ACADEMY Careers Leader, Mrs Brooke, was asked to present at the Heppsy conference and the local Careers Hub meeting this week to share the fantastic careers provision she has put in place before and during lockdown. Her work was heralded as extremely good practice.

Staff at MALTBY REDWOOD ACADEMY have been so proud of their students’ enthusiasm about learning since they returned to school. They are particularly proud of our Year 1 children who have returned this week - it's as if they've never been away! They have really enjoyed doing their socially distanced phonics activities.

WATH ACADEMY has reduced the number of online Maths tasks set for students, with more investigation tasks being introduced for Years 7 and 8. Nevertheless, over the last week, students answered 19,260 questions on Hegarty Maths, with an 83% success rate; which still keeps WA in the top 10% of Hegarty schools!

Our Key Worker students at MALTBY LILLY HALL ACADEMY have created this fantastic video about social distancing! Watch it here - it’s so brilliantly informative, if you didn’t understand it before, you will now!

Teaching staff from all of our Primary Academies have been keeping children entertained throughout lockdown by reading regular stories from home. Click Here to watch this week’s installation from Miss Pritchard at MALTBY LILLY HALL ACADEMY.

It has been great to see so many students taking part in the PE Bingo Challenge! Students from all schools are welcomed to get involved, click here for more information.

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