9th June 2023

Weekly Letter 09.06.23

WC: 09/06/2023

Dear Parent/Carer,

At NUSA this week:

It has been lovely to welcome our wonderful students back this week.

Thank you to all of the parents, carers and students who attended our Y10 parents evening this week. It was great to hear so many positive conversations.

On Wednesday, the Y10 Geography group went to sunny Bridlington and Hornsea to collect data for their fieldwork. The group were a real pleasure to be with and demonstrated impeccable manners and behavior throughout. Well done Y10 Geographers!

This week we announced to Y7 that Mr Henry would be saying ‘Goodbye’ to them to pick up the new incoming Y7 and that Mr Snow would be taking over as Head of Year. This is an exciting time for our current Y7 and we look forward to the next part of their journey.

Year 11 – Leavers Update

After the Mathematics exam on Wednesday 14th June, all year 11s will be able to leave after the exam and begin full study leave. Pupils will still be expected in for any other exams after this time. Any pupil with a Catering or Geography exam must still attend their lessons. Any questions, please do not hesitate to email gmalhi@nusa.org.uk

On Tuesday 20th June, we will be holding our Year 11 Celebration Event. All Year 11s are expected to attend, as this is their final opportunity to say goodbye to all staff and pupils. It is also the time for shirt signing, leaving one another with a final keepsake. Year 11s and the Year 11 team have requested that all students come in school uniform on the day, but will need to bring a pen with them.

The event will begin at 1pm, so all pupils should be in school for this time. Below is an outline of the timings for the event:

1pm – Arrival and line up

1pm-1.20pm- Speeches and Tutor awards

1.20-2.20pm- 'The Last Dance' a video of our 5 years together

2.20-2.45pm- Afternoon tea in the canteen, shirt signing and photo backdrop

In addition to this, we would welcome any donations of uniform. If you have any ties or blazers that you are happy to part with, then please leave them at reception on the day.

Finally, we would like to thank you for your support and cooperation during this exam period and throughout your child’s time at NUSA. The last 5 years have been tumultuous, and your child has shown real strength and resilience in making it to this final point. We are incredibly proud of them all and wish them all the best in their futures! 

SEND:

 

‘We believe that young people who have special educational needs and/or disabilities should have equal life chances as they move into adulthood. This should include paid 

employment and higher education, housing options and independent living, good health, 

friends, relationships, community inclusion and choice and control over their lives and  support.’

Preparing for Adulthood website Vision and Mission.

Please find below a link to the preparing for adulthood website, which includes tools and resources to help prepare your child for the next phase of their journey and life beyond school.

www.preparingforadulthood.org.uk

Preparing for adulthood in Nottingham City means:

Preparation for adulthood starts from the earliest years

Young people and their families have access to good quality information, support and opportunities to develop their lives

Good partnership working and creative approaches in ensuring holistic support for young people

An offer of universal services is developed to be inclusive of children and young people who have SEND

For further information please find below a link to the Nottingham City Preparing for Adulthood Protocol.

https://search3.openobjects.com/mediamanager/nottingham/fsd/files/nottingham_city_preparing_for_adulthood_interim_protocol.pdf

If you have any special education needs concerns about your child, please contact NUSA on 0115 929 1492 and ask to be booked in for one of our SEND drop-in events.

Coming up at NUSA:

SEND drop ins – Please contact reception to make an appointment for 28th June and Monday 10th July if you need to discuss your child’s SEND needs

Break up for half term – Friday 26th May

Year 11’s last day is on Wednesday 14th June

Year 11’s leavers celebration – 1-2:45pm – Tuesday 20th June

Year 11 Prom is on Friday 30th June

Year 10 Work experience – week commencing Monday 3rd July

Sports day – Friday 7th July

Safeguarding Corner:

This weeks safeguarding corner comes from Harmless, a mental health charity who support young people up to the age of 35.

 

 

Have a lovely weekend,

Emma Howard