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Scott Barlow, Principal

Sarah Sprack, CEO of Isle Education Trust

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As we reach the end of another busy and successful term at South Axholme Academy, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible experiences and opportunities our students have embraced over the past few months. This term has been filled with hard work, achievement, and personal growth, and I couldn’t be prouder of our school community.

From outstanding performances in sports competitions to inspiring creative arts showcases, our students have demonstrated dedication, teamwork, and passion in everything they do. We’ve seen academic excellence across all year groups, with pupils pushing themselves to reach new heights in their studies and preparing for the challenges ahead. Our extracurricular clubs and trips have also provided invaluable experiences, broadening horizons and creating lasting memories.

A huge thank you to our dedicated staff, who continually go above and beyond to provide these enriching opportunities, and to our students, whose enthusiasm and commitment make South Axholme Academy such a special place. I also extend my gratitude to parents and carers for your continued support—it truly makes a difference.

As we head into the Easter break, I encourage everyone to take time to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends. For those preparing for exams, use this time wisely, but also remember the importance of balance and well-being.

Wishing you all a joyful and restful Easter. I look forward to welcoming you back for another exciting term ahead.

Mr Barlow, Principal

This term has been filled with hard work, dedication, and many moments of pride across our Multi-Academy Trust. Whether it has been through academic progress, participation in sports and the arts, or contributions to charity and community initiatives, our students continue to inspire us with their talents and commitment.

I would also like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our staff, whose unwavering dedication ensures that every child has the best possible opportunities to thrive and succeed. It is through their professionalism and passion that we continue to foster an environment where everyone can reach their potential.

Thank you to our parents and carers, for your continued support and partnership in your children’s education. Your involvement is crucial, and we greatly value the role you play in nurturing a sense of belonging and achievement for every child within our Trust.

As we look ahead to the summer term, there is much to be excited about. From upcoming events and enrichment opportunities to important milestones and transitions, we anticipate another busy and rewarding chapter. We are committed to maintaining our focus on excellence while also embracing the joy and curiosity that make learning so impactful.

For now, I wish you all a restful and enjoyable break with your families.

Mrs Sprack, CEO of IET

Year 9 - Pathways Options Evening

To help prepare our students for their next steps on the learning journey into Key Stage 4 in September, they have undergone a series of meetings and presentations, including taster sessions on subjects not studied at Key Stage 3.

It was great to see so many parents/carers and students at the Year 9 Pathways Options Evening, on 19 March 2025.

We hope that the information provided on the night helped students make informed decisions about their next steps at Key Stage 4.

Pictures: - Options Evening Stands 2025

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Excellence in Expressive and Performing Arts

South Axholme Academy's Production of

Sister Act Jr.

We are proud to share some highlights from this term's annual school production of Sister Act Jr, which has been a remarkable journey for our talented cast and crew.

After eleven months of hard work and dedication, the students had the opportunity to shine in three fantastic performances! On Monday, 3 March 2025, local feeder primary schools joined us for a delightful matinée. Then, on Tuesday, 4 March and Wednesday, 5 March, we welcomed family and friends to witness the magic our students created.

A huge round of applause goes to the Production Club, who tirelessly dedicated their time after school each week and on weekends to ensure everything was performed to the highest quality. They truly did not disappoint!

Our lead performers were nothing short of spectacular! Macie-Lou Davies dazzled as Deloris Van Cartier, perfectly embodying the character with the sass of an icon and the voice of a rockstar. Poppy Brook’s portrayal of Mother Superior was equally memorable, blending authority and angelic singing beautifully. The talented Evie Fairbank graced the stage as Monsignor O'Hara, and Riley Douglas brought hilarious flair to the role of Officer Eddie Souther.

Ciaran Curtis was the perfect villainous Curtis Jackson, while Victoria Jones shone as the sweet Sister Mary Robert. Molly Irwin's portrayal of Sister Mary Lazarus was a joy to behold, and we owe much to Meredith Jackson, who stepped in last minute to take on the role of Sister Mary Patrick, proving what a superstar she truly is!

The ensemble and crew, whose amazing energy filled the stage and contributed significantly to the success of the performances— the atmosphere was simply electric!

Mrs Brook would like to express gratitude to the students for their time, resilience, and motivation; it certainly paid off, resulting in an incredible show. She would also like to thank all parents and carers for their invaluable support in getting the students to and from the Academy and attending their performances.

Stay tuned for more exciting news about our next whole school production!
A special shout-out to Robyn Letherland as well, for dedicating so much of her time to help stage the production while juggling her GCSE studies. Her insights and creativity were truly appreciated!

Mrs S Brook - Subject Leader, EPA

Pictures: - Sister Act Jr. Performance

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Performance - 'The Script Writers' Drama Club Showcase

This term, on Tuesday 25 March 2025 also features another showcase from the wonderfully whacky Drama Club, where three winners of the script writing competition will showcase their work.

Our winners; Evie Fairbank, Katelyn Featherstone & Mikey Unwin-Berry, have each been in charge of their own cast and have rehearsed most lunchtimes to get their performances ready for the showcase, taking on the roles of director and producer too!

Mrs S Brook, Subject Leader EPA

Pictures: - Winners of the Script Writers Showcase

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

On Wednesday 26 February 2025, Mrs Brook, Mr Woodland, Mrs Smith and Mrs Elliott took 40 students to watch the evening performance of the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Sheffield Lyceum. The students were a wonderful audience and really demonstrated the SAX Mindset.

Thank you for your support and encouragement, which helped make this outing a great success. We look forward to more memorable experiences like this in the future.

Mrs Brook, Subject Leader EPA

Pictures: - Students at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre (below)

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Upcoming Performances

&Juliet - Tuesday 20 May 2025

This is a friendly reminder regarding the upcoming trip to &Juliet on Tuesday, 20 May 2025. If you have expressed an interest in this exciting opportunity, please ensure that payment has been made as we have a long list of reserves eager to join.

Thank you for your attention to this matter!

London Theatre Trip

We are thrilled to announce that the annual London Theatre Trip has been confirmed! A selection of 40 students from Year 8 and 9 will embark on a fantastic journey to the capital, where they will enjoy a myriad of exciting activities.

Our itinerary includes a visit to the iconic Tower of London, engaging sightseeing tours, an acting workshop with an esteemed West End performer, and the much-anticipated shows: - Lion King and Wicked. It's truly going to be an action-packed two days!

We are confident that this experience will be both educational and enjoyable for our students, fostering a love for the arts that will stay with them for years to come.

New York - February Half-Term

I am thrilled to share the wonderful experiences that our Year 10 and 11 students embarked on during the February half-term in New York City. A total of 38 students enjoyed an unforgettable journey, blending Business and Expressive and Performing Arts.

Our adventure began with a visit to the United Nations, where students gained a fascinating global perspective on international relations. They were then treated to an engaging business talk at Hershey’s Chocolate World, diving deep into the strategies that make this iconic brand thrive.

The excitement didn’t stop there! We ventured to Broadway, where students attended a spellbinding performance of Wicked. They also participated in a hands-on workshop, learning from theatre professionals and experiencing the magic of the stage first-hand.

Throughout this adventure, our students showcased resilience, respect, and the very best of the SAX mindset. Their enthusiasm and curiosity truly enhanced the experience, making it a remarkable journey that we will cherish for years to come.

Mr Parkin - Business Teacher and Trip Leader

Pictures: - Year 10 and 11 students group photos before and during visit to New York

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Careers and Guidance

We received fantastic feedback from the students, following the visits from our volunteers for National Careers Week. Their involvement had a significant impact. We hugely appreciate the time and effort dedicated to offering valuable information to our students, and we could not have celebrated National Careers Week as successfully without your support.

Mrs E Bainbridge - Careers Coordinator

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Air Products

On 20 March 2025, our Year 7 students took part in the National Careers Challenge sponsored by Air Products. It was a fantastic experience for everyone involved!

We are proud to announce that the winners of this challenge will move on to the finals in London later this year. This is a tremendous opportunity for our students to showcase their talents and aspirations in front of a wider audience.

Please join me in congratulating our students for their hard work and dedication. We'll keep you updated on their progress!

Mrs Lee - Progress and Achievement Leader, Year7

Pictures: - Students working out their strategies (right)

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Excellence in Mindset - Commando Chef

Colour Sergeant Mike Beaton visited the academy this term. He is also known as the 'Commando Chef', has dedicated 37 years of service to the Royal Marines.

Despite leaving school without qualifications and having a rough start in life, he acknowledges the Marines for turning things around for him.

Famous online for his catchy 'Boom!' tagline, the commando is giving back to the community by teaching young people the principles of the Royal Marines through hands-on cooking classes.

The colour sergeant is guiding young people, by going into schools in the hope to steer hem in the right direction.

Pictures: - Assembly below

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Home Learning - Satchel One Reminder

At South Axholme Academy, home learning is an essential part of school life as it supports the curriculum, subject interests and develops core skills such as organisation and independent learning.

Research from the Education Endowment Foundation shows that ‘the impact of homework on learning is consistently positive leading to on average five months’ additional progress.’

To help support students, all home learning at South Axholme is set on a platform called Satchel One. We have been using this platform for a year, and it is proving to be very successful, allowing parents/carers to keep track of their child's homework. As we embrace an increasingly digital approach to work, this provides an up-to-date way of working for all of our community.

Please encourage your child to download the Satchel One app onto their devices. Students can also access Satchel One via any computer if they are unable to download the app.

If you have not yet got your parent information to enable you to access Satchel One to support your child at home, please contact the academy.

We thank parents and students for their cooperation with this.

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For a reminder about how parents and students can log into satchel one, please see the link to the website here.

Termly Celebration Assemblies

April 2025

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At the end of every term we celebrate students' successes in our Celebration Assemblies. Students receive awards for: -

100% Attendance
Top 10 Achievement Points
Top 10 Attitude to Learning
Zero Behaviour Points

Also celebrated is the Form Group who have won the 'most achieved trophy'. Well done to all of those students who received a certificate.

SAX Loves Reading World Book Day

On World Book Day, students were tasked with completing a list of the books that staff were either reading or were their favourite book. Students who managed to get the most names received a prize.

The winners were:

1^st - Isabella Marley 8N

2^nd - Grace Kirk 8W

3^{rd -} George Perry 8H

Picture:- Students who Received Prizes on World Book Day

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Get ready for the return of our legendary SAX Book Swap!

We are hosting another exciting Book Swap next term, and we need YOUR books! If you have any books collecting dust that you no longer need or want, drop them off with Mrs Dyer in S8. Your donations will help build on our amazing collection of books in need of new homes.

Here’s the best part: Every single student at South Axholme will have the chance to pick out a FREE book to take home! Whether it's a treat for yourself or a perfect gift for someone special, you don’t want to miss this chance to grab a great read!

Mrs Dyer - English Teacher

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Excellence in the English Department

Rotary Writing Competition

Congratulations to all the students who took part in the Rotary Writing Competition! We are incredibly proud of the 80 students who were commended for their fantastic entries, showcasing their creativity and talent. A special well done to the students who received monetary prizes for their outstanding work. It’s wonderful to see such enthusiasm for writing, and we’re delighted that some of the students’ work will be available to read in Epworth Library. This is a fantastic achievement, and we hope it inspires our students to continue writing.

Pictures: - Linda McDonald presenting prizes to students

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Theatre Trip

A group of Year 10 and 11 students recently had the opportunity to attend two exciting theatre trips, enriching their GCSE studies. Firstly, they visited Hull New Theatre to watch a captivating performance of An Inspector Calls. Students also travelled to York to experience a wonderful production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Both trips were not only highly enjoyable but also educational and students should be proud of how well they represented the academy.

Pictures: - Theatre Trip

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Sports Teams at South Axholme Academy

Our sports teams are very active at the academy and our PE staff continue to attend many sports and team games after school throughout the year competing against other schools.

U12 Netball

We are thrilled to announce that the U12 South Axholme Academy Netball Team won the North Lincolnshire Netball Tournament on 26 March 2025.

This fantastic achievement showcases the hard work and dedication of the whole team, but we'd like to give a special shout-out to Ewa, who was named Player of the Tournament.
PE Department

Picture: - U12 Team before the game (right and below with the cup)

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U15 Netball

Congratulations to the Year 10 Girls Netball Team, who won 5 games out of 6 - an excellent play from a superb team, on 30 January.

Picture: - U15 Netball Team (below)

U13 Netball

Congratulations also goes to the U13 Netball Team who were crowned the North Lincolnshire Netball Champions.

We are incredibly proud of their accomplishment and the spirit they have shown on the court.

Picture:- U13 Netball Team (below)

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Boys Football

On 25 March 2025, our Year 11 team faced off against The Axholme Academy in the semi-final match. It was a tough game, and despite their best efforts, the team was unfortunately beaten 3-0. The score reflected two penalties and a free kick against us.

While the outcome wasn't what we hoped for, we am incredibly proud of our students for their determination and teamwork throughout the tournament. They have shown remarkable spirit, and I know this experience will only drive them to strive for even greater accomplishments in the future.

Thank you for your continuous support of our young athletes!

PE Department

Picture: - Year 11 Football Team (below)

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Football Teams

It has also been great to see the Year 8 students playing against other teams this term too!

Thank you for your continuous support of our young athletes!

Pictures: - Year 8 Football Team (below)

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Year 7

We are excited to share the results from the recent Year 7 football match against Sir John Nelthopre, which took place on 21 March 2025. The team put in a fantastic effort and secured a victory with a score of 2-1!

It’s always wonderful to see our students participating in sports and demonstrating teamwork.

Picture:- Year 7 Football Team (below)

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Football - Year 9

Team before kick off on 20 March 2025 at Sir John Nelthorpe (below)

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Girls Football

An outstanding performance from South Axholme's U16s girls' football team, who recently played against Hornsea on 2 March 2025.

The team put forth a tremendous effort throughout the match, showcasing their hard work and dedication. Although they conceded a goal in the last few minutes, the game was a true display of skill and teamwork.

We are incredibly proud of all the players for their commitment and enthusiasm. It's these experiences that help them grow not just as athletes but as individuals too!

Pictures: - U16 Football Team (below)

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Football - Year 7

We are thrilled to share that our Year 7 team has had an outstanding performance in the recent tournament, finishing as runners-up! They only lost one game, which was against Fred Gough, and their effort and determination were commendable.

Picture: - Year 7 Team (below)

Football- Year 8

Another great performance from Year 8 girls on 25 February 2025 against Fredrick Gough. A brilliant team performance gaining the team runners up.

Picture: - Year 8 Team (below)

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Student Success, Jacob Davies - Year 10

Congratulations to Jacob Davies in Year 10 who has been signed by Manchester City for their 'Select Squad'. This squad is a fantastic opportunity that sits just below the Elite Academy and presents great potential for progression. It's a really exciting opportunity for him and we would like to congratulate him and his family. we know this is just the beginning of a wonderful journey in football!

Picture: - Jacob (below)

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Student Success - Adam Crossfield,

Year 10

On Friday 17 Januay, Adam competed in his first international competition - the Keumgang Open in Lommel, Belgium. With almost 900 competitors from across Europe, the standard was incredibly high.

We are proud to report that Adam won his first match 2-0 and gained invaluable experience in his second match against the eventual gold medallist. This experience will undoubtedly contribute to his growth and development in the sport.

Picture: - Adam at the competition with Scorpion Taekwondo, right and below

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Student Success - Noah Turner, Year 8

We are delighted to announce that Noah has been selected to represent the Scunthorpe Boys Under 13s! This is a fantastic achievement and a testament to his hard work and dedication.

Being part of a team is not only about playing but also about learning teamwork, resilience, and friendship.

Picture: - Noah in his Scunthorpe top (right)

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Student Success - Liam Addlesee, Year 11

In February, Liam showcased his talents at the WKO where he performed exceptionally well. Just a month later, he became the Area title winner at the Fight Fusion fight night event in March! And on the weekend of 22 March 2025, he attended the WKKC English Qualifiers, coming away with not just one, but two impressive accolades: Gold in the 14 -15 age group +70kg points fighting and a champion's trophy ?? in the boys 14-15 age group open weight points fighting category!

We are so proud of his hard work and dedication! Next stop for Liam is Romania, where he will take on the prestigious Judgement Day competition.

Here’s to more success in the future—go Liam!

Picture: - Liam at the event with his trophy (below)

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Student Success, Beth Lewis - Year 10

Beth has once again achieved success in her running. Her hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and it is excellent to see her wearing her England running top, following an event that she took part in. The event was held in Scotland and saw her running for England.

Picture: - Beth Lewis (above)

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Comic Relief

Our recent Bake Sale for Red Nose Day was a fantastic success! We raised an amazing £78.35 to support Comic Relief.

Thank you for your support and contributions to this wonderful cause. Every little bit helps, and together we are making a difference!

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Craft Club Donation

Before Christmas students made sell to festive decorations to members of the community, and decided to donate the proceeds of their sales to Jerry Green Dog Rescue. We welcomed the members of Jerry Green and their dogs who visited the academy, where Mr Barlow, Principal presented a cheque for £50.

Picture: - Mr Barlow, Principal and Miss Bowyer, Teacher presenting a cheque to staff of Jerry Green, alongside students (below)

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SAX Mindset Day 2

SAX Mindset days play a key part in the personal development of Ready, Resilient and Responsible students. Throughout the academic year, the days include spiritual, moral, social and cultural (SMSC) development, understanding of fundamental British values, age-appropriate sex and relationship education alongside coverage of personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education.

A very successful SAX Mindset Day was held on 15 January 2025, with the following themes:-

Year 7 - Celebrating Creativity (Music, Art and Drama)

Year 8 - Enterprise Day

Year 9 - Higher Education Visit

Year 10 - Geography and History Field Trips

Year 11 - PSHE, Realities of Being an Adult

Student Services

Student Lockers - A reminder that students can keep their personal items safe

We still have student lockers available to rent. Please follow the link to our website for further information about how to request one here.

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REMINDER

Year 11 Easter Examination Revision Sessions

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School Revision Sessions

These will continue after the Easter holidays

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SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND DISABILITY UPDATE

If your child is on the SEND register, there will be an opportunity to review their support plan at your child's parents' evening. If you would like an additional review meeting with the SENCO, please contact our admin team who will be able to arrange this for you.

If you have any queries or concerns relating to SEND, please contact the SEND team in school. You can do this using our dedicated email address:

send@southaxholme-iet.co.uk

Please note that we currently have a waiting list for submitting new referrals for neurodiversity assessment. This process typically takes at least a full academic term to gather sufficient evidence in order to submit a robust referral.

Fidget tools:

If your child has an identified need for a fidget tool on their SEND support plan, please note that the only ones allowed in school are the silicone pebbles. All other fidgets toys will be confiscated and returned at the end of the school day.

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Meet Barney our Therapy Dog!!

We are excited to introduce Barney the wellbeing dog to South Axholme Academy. Many schools now utilise a programme whereby wellbeing dogs are welcomed into schools to support individuals and the whole school community.

Barney is owned and cared for by Mrs Clarke (Year 10 PAL), and Barney is fully insured and is an experienced wellbeing dog used to working in schools. He has been in and around education settings since he was a puppy and is used to the environment of a busy school. There is no cost to South Axholme Academy.

Barney is a medium sized 7-year-old hypoallergenic, non-shedding

There is supporting evidence that this experience can really enhance a student’s engagement with school whether that be in terms of a reward, students who are anxious coming into school, and a wide range of other uses. Barney is used to being around students who may be experiencing stress and anxiety. Benefits to the wider school community – students who may not be able to have a pet at home can “buy into” the experience and build a relationship with Barney.

Picture:- Barney (below)

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Isle Education Trust Catering - As always, we have had a very busy term in the canteen, bringing lots of delicious meals.

As the cost of ingredients is still rising in the catering industry, we have managed to keep our prices frozen as we know times are hard for everyone. However, we have increased the cost of main meals to £2.80, which is in line with the Free School Meal allowance. It remains our best value for money option, with a main meal and a choice of a hot pudding or a bottle of water, so we try to encourage students to take this offer up at lunch times.

We saw the arrival of our new pod, which serves cold grab and go items, drinks, and lighter options for lunch as well as jacket potatoes. This will make queues shorter, more streamlined and will give students more options as to where they can purchase their food and drinks from.

Please see the new menu coming up for the summer term put together by our highly trained chef . We will also have plenty of themed days to keep students excited and engaged coming up next term.

I hope you all have a lovely Easter break, myself and the IET catering team will look forward to seeing you all soon.

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Uniform

If you have any football boots that don't fit - bring them to us, and we will ensure that they are loved again on the right sized feet!

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Stay in Touch via Facebook or Instagram and remember that you can view our website for the following information:

Uniform details
Calendar dates
Trips and visits
Policies
Curriculum
Letters from the Principal
Latest news
Menu choices

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Contact Information and Permissions

During inclement weather or an emergency, should we have to make a decision to close the academy, we will email parents. Information will also be posted on our website (where possible). Please visit our Policies and Documents section for further details here. Also, ensure that you have ticked the 'consent' section in Arbor that you agree to your child's emergency plan should we need to send your child home.

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Arbor

We now have 100% of our parents/carers registered with the Arbor App, who have logged on at least once.

If you have not activated your account, please contact the academy and we will send you the information that you will need to register.

This is an excellent way to view your child's dashboard which includes attendance data and achievements.

In addition, you can update your personal information without needing to contact the academy. Please see the link below to access your account.

https://login.arbor.sc/

We Welcome Our New Cohort - September 2025

In March, we received confirmation that nearly 190 Year 6 students have applied for South Axholme Academy for September 2025!

Admissions regarding Year 7 are dealt with by North Lincolnshire Council. In regard to appeals, please see the link below.

We look forward to welcoming our new cohort in September and we look forward typo seeing you on the transition days whcih take place on:-

Monday 30 June, Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 July 2025.