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Secondary Parents' Bulletin 09.01.26

Executive Principal's Message


School Closure

Dear Parents & Guardians

Due to the adverse weather conditions experienced overnight and early this morning, I made the decision to close both Avanti Fields School and Krishna Avanti Primary School. This decision was taken following careful consideration of several factors, including early information shared by our lettings and premises teams last night, staff travel arrangements, and the availability of materials required to ensure the sites could be made safe for access, such as grit. In addition, both sites have experienced increased traffic in car parks and on surrounding roads throughout the week, which at times has created unsafe conditions.

 

I recognise that school closures are never an easy decision and can cause disruption for families. However, I felt it was important to communicate the closure as early as possible to allow families time to make alternative childcare arrangements and to minimise unnecessary travel in challenging conditions. This also enabled staff to use the morning productively to ensure learning resources were uploaded to TEAMS so that pupils’ learning could continue.

 

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. I am particularly mindful of the impact such decisions have on our working parents, and I am grateful for your cooperation as we prioritised the safety of our pupils, families, and staff.

 

Warm regards

Miss V Bardsley

 

Head of Secondary's Message


Dear Parents and Carers

A warm welcome back and happy New Year. We hope you and your families had a restful break. 

This half term promises to be a busy and exciting one. We are pleased to be offering a range of enriching opportunities for our students, including: 

A number of educational trips 

The KS4 Macbeth theatre production  

The KS4 Health Fair 

Various workshops to support the PHSE curriculum

Year 8 Virtual Parents’ Evening 

Year 9 Options Evening 


Our Year 11 students will be taking part in mock interviews to support their preparation for post-16 college interviews. The second set of mock examinations will take place at the end of this half term and ongoing targeted revision support will continue to help them approach this important stage with confidence. 


Car Park and Site Safety – Important reminder 

We appreciate that the recent weather has presented additional challenges, and we fully understand the importance of ensuring that children arrive at school safely. However, at the beginning of this week we have noticed significant congestion in the school car park and on the road leading to the school during morning drop-off and afternoon collection times. 


To help keep everyone safe and to ensure the smooth running of the school day, we kindly remind secondary parents and carers to make use of the park-and-stride arrangements, rather than attempting to drive into the school car park. This helps reduce congestion and improves safety for all members of our school community. Parents entering the car park without a valid car park pass will be challenged by school staff.  

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.


We look forward to a positive and productive half term ahead.


Warm regards 

Ms N Kholia 


Calendar Updates 

  • Monday 5th January – Friday 9th January: Behaviour Assemblies 

  • Tuesday 13th January: Y11 Mock Interviews

  • Thursday 29th January: Y8 Online Parents' evening (14:00 - 19:00) Further details will be shared next term.

  • Monday 2nd February - Friday 13th February : Y11 PIP2 Mock examinations

  • Thursday 12th February: Y9 Options evening (16:30 - 18:00)  Further details will be shared next term

  • Friday 13th February: School INSET day. School closed to students.

Department / Students Updates


'Macbeth’ in house Production - Thursday 22nd January 

 On Thursday 22nd January 2026, a theatre production of ‘Macbeth’ will be taking place in the main hall which will involve all Year 10 and 11 students at different times of the day.  This is a very exciting event as it is rare for companies to come into school and conduct performances, so our students are very lucky to be involved, and your support is very much appreciated! 


YEAR 8 Maths Trip - Bletchley Park - Wednesday 4th February 2026.

 There are limited places for this fantastic opportunity for your child to visit Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes. Payments for this trip will go live via Arbor Trips at 19:00 on Monday 12th January 2026. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Please refer to the letter emailed out before the Christmas holidays. Ms B Vaghela

 

Parents and Carers resources for Spring Term

Please see link below the live parents and carers webinar for further information and registrations.


Exam-focused videos (for all young people) 

Please see short video for young people focused on managing and reducing exam stress. This short video will help young people to find the best ways to manage their stress levels, before, during and after exams. Click here to register to watch. 

A short video to help students prepare for exam results and manage their feelings after they receive them. This video offers top tips to support wellbeing as students prepare for results day and provides suggestions on where young people can go to for further support. Click here to register to watch.

 

We wish all students the best of luck for their upcoming mock exams! 

Best wishes 


Leicester Open Exhibition at New Walk Museum

This Christmas we were so pleased to share the art work of Aleena, Abhinav and Akshit in Year11 and Jessica and Heer S (work from Year 9, students now in Year 10) with the Leicester community. The students' work features as part of the Leicester Open Exhibition that runs from now until January 30th 2026 at New Walk Museum and gallery. Please visit if you can and congratulate our students on their achievements.

 

Brigade Uniforms Promotion Details:

  • Discount: 15% off school uniform orders

  • Promo Code: WW15 (must be entered at checkout)

  • Valid: Saturday 10th – Sunday 1 1th January 2026

  • How to Order: Parents can visit www.brigade.uk.com, select your school from the drop-down menu, and enter the code at checkout.


PTFA Events


Maestros of Music Concert



🎶 Dev Joshi Live in Concert – A Musical Tribute 

Date: Saturday  7th February

Following previously sold-out concerts throughout the UK, Dev Joshi brings to you an unforgettable live performance.

Dev and his talented musicians will re-imagine and celebrate the timeless music of the Maestros - Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Mehdi Hassan, Mohd Rafi, and Jagjit Singh.

Featuring a stellar line-up of musicians, each artist brings their mastery to create a journey unlike anything you’ve heard before. Prepare for a night of hypnotic melodies, soul-stirring rhythms, and unforgettable energy.

 

  


 
 
 

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