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  • Woodlands Weekly | 17th November

    Published 17/11/23

    Ofsted Report

    On the 26th and 27th of September, Co-op Academy Woodlands was inspected by Ofsted.

    The inspectors carried out their inspection over the two days, which included deep dives into various subjects, lesson visits, discussions with staff and pupils, meetings with school leaders and scrutiny of work undertaken by children. They met with the headteacher, deputy headteacher, members of the governing body, other external agencies, spoke with parents, and reviewed documentation provided by the school. More of what inspectors looked at can be found within the official report which can be found here.

    The inspectors concluded that Co-op Academy Woodlands is GOOD in all areas (Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management and Early Years Provision), resulting in an Overall Effectiveness of GOOD for the school.

    We are very proud of everyone in Team Woodlands for what they do, every day for our children and families and hope you share this feeling too.


    Attendance Pop-Up Shop

    Everyday your child attends school, they will earn money to spend in our Pop-Up Shop! This is something the children have asked for and have promised they are going to try their hardest to be at school every day.

    If your child is in school every day until the end of term, they can earn up to £10 to spend at the shop. This will be reduced if they have a day off.

    We are mindful that some absences are authorised and therefore the children will not lose out. For example an illness supported by medical proof of a GP appointment or a visit to a pharmacy, a hospital appointment if we have proof of the day and time of the appointment etc.

    Children will have less to spend if they have unauthorised absence, for example illness with no proof of medical appointments, days off school with no explanation, holidays in term time, arriving to school late etc.

    The children are very excited to spend lots of money in the shop and they need your support to ensure they can be in school every day!


    Our first ever High Flyer Awards

    In our RESPECT Assembly this week, we handed out our first ever High Flyer awards! These prestigious awards are given each half-term, for children who have shown our RESPECT values, have challenged themselves and had success! We are so proud of them.

    Mrs Clark, Mr Trower and Miss Price are on the lookout for the next round of High Flyers! 


    Year 6 IntoUniversity

    This week, 6A have been taking part in their Focus Week with IntoUniversity. The staff at school and from IntoUniversity were impressed with the children's engagement and focus. Keep your eyes peeled for the full story next week!



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  • School Photos

    Published 08/11/23

    Dear Parents and Carers,


    The photographer will be at school on Friday 10th November.

    If anyone would like their children to be photographed together, this will take place in the hall from 8.30 - 9.00am. We are only offering this to siblings who attend Co-op Academy Woodlands this year due to the amount of time it takes, as well as trying to restrict numbers on site. All other children that attend our school will have their photographs taken throughout the day.

    Please make sure they come to school in uniform on this day. 

    Parents and carers of nursery children who don’t attend on a Friday are invited to have their children’s photo taken between 9.15 - 9.45 in the school hall.

    Not only can you order these photos to have at home and share with your friends and family, we use them on our internal school system to make sure every child can be identified.

    If you have any questions, please call the office.

    Yours sincerely,

    Adele Clark
    Headteacher

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  • Woodlands Weekly | 27th October 2023

    Published 26/10/23

    We have had a fantastic first half-term of the school year, with our children making us so proud each and every day. Thank you to our parents and families for their engagement and support this half-term, and a massive thank you to our staff for their hard work and dedication.

    Upcoming key dates 📅

    • We close for half-term: Friday 27th October, 3:15pm
    • We are closed for a training day: Monday 6th November
    • We reopen after half-term: Tuesday 7th November, 8:40am

    We hope everyone in #TeamWoodlands has a safe and restful half-term. 


    Attendance Matters: All day, every day! ✨

    Coming to school every day allows your child to get the best possible education. We’ll work with you, to help your child attend as much as they can. We’ve got a great attendance team, so please get in touch if you’re having difficulties.


    School Photographer 📸

    The School Photographer will be in school on Friday 10th November. Make sure your children are in full school uniform, ready to show off their brightest smiles!

    More information will be shared with you after half-term.


    Eye Tests and Glasses for Children 👓

    Although serious vision problems during childhood are rare, routine eye checks are offered to young children to identify any problems early on. Free NHS sight tests are also available at opticians for children under 16.

    The sooner any eye problem is found, the sooner you and your child will be able to get any treatment and support needed. Children may not realise they have a vision problem so, without regular tests, there’s a risk a problem may not be spotted. This may affect their development and education.

    If you have any concerns about your child’s vision, please book an appointment with an optician.

    Goldwyn Opticians are located on Harehills Lane and larger opticians in the city centre, such as Boots and Vision Express. Where possible, please book appointments outside of school hours.

    You can also discuss your concerns with a member of our Pastoral team. Pop in or give us a call.


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  • Woodlands Weekly | 13th October 2023

    Published 13/10/23

    Thank you for taking time to read Woodlands Weekly. It's been a jam-packed half-term so far, with trips and experiences and visitors coming to school, and lots of fantastic learning. Our children continue to make us proud every day, showing our RESPECT values and supporting each other. 

    As we come to the end of the half-term, it's important that your children continue to be in school on time each day. Please have a look at some of our upcoming events - we can't wait to see you at them!

    Upcoming events

    • Every Monday, 8:45 - 10:00 am, parents' coffee morning, in The Nest
    • Every Tuesday, 8:45 - 10:00 am, Family Support Drop In, in The Nest
    • Tuesday 24th October: Parents evenings, in the hall, 3:20 - 6:00pm
    • Wednesday 25th October: Parents evenings, in the hall, 3:20 - 6:00pm
    • Friday 27th October: we break up for half term, school closes at 3:15 pm
    • Monday 6th November: we are closed for a training day
    • Tuesday 7th November: school reopens after half term
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  • Woodlands Weekly | 29th September 2023

    Published 29/09/23

    Coffee Mornings

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  • Ofsted Letter to Parents

    Published 25/09/23

    This letter is from Ofsted to parents. The School Inspections Guide for Parents is attached at the bottom of this page.

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  • Update from Mrs Clark

    Published 14/09/23

    Dear Parents and Carers, 

    We are aware of the situation about threatening emails being sent to some schools in the south of Leeds, which have been shared on Leeds Live and Yapp App.

    This isn’t something that is affecting our school, and given the difference in location we don’t expect it to. We are monitoring, as we would on any given day and will contact parents if the situation changes. 

    Children are currently having a normal productive school day, and are safe in our school. 

    Many thanks,

    Mrs Clark

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  • Woodlands Weekly 8th September 2023

    Published 06/09/23

    Welcome back!

    What a fantastic first few days we've had to start the new school year! It's been wonderful to see so many children back in school and settling in to their new classes, getting to know their teachers and starting their learning. Our children have shown respect and incredible engagement - keep it up #TeamWoodlands!

    We've also been blown away by how smart children have looked in their school uniforms, and the number of children and families coming to school on time has been amazing. Well done!

    We've introduced our new behaviour expectations, and we are hoping to share these with you soon. 

    As we start a new school year, please remember:

    • Children should be in school every day, on time, unless they are unwell
    • Children should wear smart school uniform every day
    • On PE days, children can come to school in their PE kits
    • Children should bring their reading book and book bag to school every day, and read at home every day too
    • Dinner money should be paid to the main school office

    Reach out

    If you have any questions as your child settles into their new year group, please speak to a member of our staff team on the doors, or give us a call

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  • Woodlands Weekly | Friday 21st July

    Published 19/07/23

    Thank you!

    We have had a fantastic year at Woodlands. It has been great to have so many parents join us for a range of events in school. We’ve also welcomed lots of visitors into school who are always so complementary about our children. This year, our classes have been on lots of visits and experiences to enhance their learning, making memories that will last a lifetime.

    I’d like to thank you, our parents and carers, for your support this year, coming into school and taking part in events and sharing your children successes with us.

    Thank you to our teachers and staff for their hard work and dedication, making a real difference for our children every day.

    We’d like to wish our Year 6 children the best of luck as they move on to high school. Be yourselves and come back to visit us soon!

    Have a wonderful, safe summer break. See you back in the academy in September.

    Mrs Clark
    Headteacher

    A year of sporting success at Woodlands!

    Take a look at our fantastic sports teams that have brought home the win this year, meaning we have won the PE Partner Cup 2023!

    Help over the holidays

    Our pastoral team have put together a list of details for anyone who may need help or support over the summer break

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  • Y6 World of Work Week 2023

    Published 15/07/23

    On Monday 10th – Friday 14th July, Year 6 took part in the Co-op Academies first ever Primary World of Work Week, also known as Careers Week. The children took part in a range of activities, met volunteers from a range of employers and further exlpored their options for when they leave school. Take a look at what they got up to each day! 

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  • Closure of Nursery

    Published 12/07/23

    Dear Parents and Carers,

    Nursery end of year arrangements

    In order to prepare for refurbishment works in Early Years, we will be closing Nursery on Thursday 20th and Friday 21st July 2023.

    I know this will be an inconvenience for some of you, however, it will enable us to provide a greatly improved setting for all of our Early Years children in September.

    Yours sincerely

    Adele Clark
    Headteacher

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