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Uplands Academy / Published 17 Jan 2025
🏃♀️🏃On Tuesday, a group of our talented runners represented the school at the Sussex Schools Cross Country Championships, held at Waterhall in Brighton. It was a day filled with excitement, determination, and resilience as students from Years 8-10 gave their all at this challenging competition.
The event was a testament to the participants' dedication and sportsmanship, as they faced the demanding course. Mr. Stidder, PE teacher shared his thoughts on the day, 'The event showcased great team spirit, with all participants encouraging one another and making their MARK throughout the day. Despite the challenging course, every student displayed sportsmanship, perseverance, and a positive attitude throughout the race.'
🎉Well done Poppy, Cam & Elijah (Year 8 ), Sienna, Allana, Luke & Charlie (Year 9) and Jonathan, Sebby, Tom & George (Year 10).
#MakeYourMARK #crosscountrychampionships
Uplands Academy / Published 17 Jan 2025
Imago Community provides support and opportunities to people, families, and communities across Kent, East Sussex, Medway and South London.
Through this community you can access information regarding Kent Young Carers (KYC) & East Sussex Carers, which are the service providers for Young Carers aged 5-18 within our school community area. They support Young Carers by promoting positive wellbeing through a variety of activities, workshops, and respite.
They have created a useful parent/guardians guide to help understand why your
child may be eligible for support as a Young Carer. The guide can be accessed via our Safeguarding page which also provides links to other useful resources https://tinyurl.com/3ycm77cn.
#youngcarers #youngcarerssupport
Uplands Academy / Published 17 Jan 2025
⚽🏸⛹️♀️ New Year, New Goals! Join our Sports Clubs ⛹️🏸⚽️
Start the year off strong with our lunchtime and after-school sports clubs! Whether you're looking to score goals, shoot hoops or hit the ground running, we've got something for everyone.
All abilities are welcome and there is no need to sign up - just come along with the correct kit!
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Doe, Head of PE (sdoe@uplands-academy.org)
#Enrichment #term3 #rugby #netball #runningclub #badminton #trysomethingnew #MakeYourMARK
Uplands Academy / Published 17 Jan 2025
We are seeking donations of clean and undamaged prom dresses, evening dresses, suits, shoes and accessories to help stock our new Preloved Prom Hire Service launching next term.
The service will enable any student to loan an item for a small deposit which is refunded once the item is returned with a dry-cleaning receipt. So, if you have a gown that you have grown out of, or a suit that you no longer wear, please contact Ms. Huxford at chuxford@uplands-academy.org who will add your donation to our stock and give your prom outfits a new lease of life! All styles, colours and sizes are welcome.
All donations will go towards helping our students to find something special to wear, so they can enjoy feeling fabulous on their special night.
Look out for further information about this new service in the coming weeks! 💃♻️
#preloved #prom #recycledfashion
Uplands Academy / Published 16 Jan 2025
To support our growing school, there are a number of teaching and support vacancies currently on our website.
To view our vacancies, please visit https://www.uplands-academy.org/join-us/job-opportunities
If you would like more information about any of our advertised roles, please contact the Human Resources department on 01892 782135 or email hr@uplands-academy.org in the first instance.
MARK Education Trust #MakeYourMARK
#job #jobs #jobsearch #newjob #vacancy #recruitment #teaching #teachingvacancy #SupportStaff #education #wadhurst #eastsussex
Uplands Academy / Published 16 Jan 2025
📆 Year 9 Options Deadline Reminder: Friday 31 January 2025.
To support students in making informed decisions, a number of resources are available on our Year 9 Options page https://tinyurl.com/4r2v9dcz and YouTube channel.
Yesterday evening our Year 9 face-to-face parent consultations took place, providing parents and students with the opportunity to discuss the options process with subject teachers.
We would also like to thank North Kent College for presenting to our Year 9 students during their assembly yesterday morning. Organised by Ms. Harrison, our Head of Personal Development the session introduced students to the Post-16 courses available at the college. Ms. Harrison commented 'It was a great opportunity for students to explore the courses on offer, which we hope will assist them in their Year 9 option choices.'
If you have any questions, please contact the relevant subject leader using the details provided in the videos and booklet.
#Post16 #options
Uplands Academy / Published 15 Jan 2025
**258 bus service information: Cousley Wood Road closure**
We have been advised by Hams Travel that due to a road closure on Cousley Wood Road, the 258 bus will follow a diverted route from tomorrow (Thursday 16 January) up to and including Monday 20 January. This service will begin as normal in the morning at Bells Yew Green, heading into Lamberhurst following the normal route into Kilndown, from there down to the A21 through Ticehurst to Uplands Academy. This service WILL NOT be serving Cousley Wood due to the road closure. The diversion will be the same in the afternoon finishing in Kilndown.
A communication has been sent this afternoon via Edulink to the students we understand use this service, however please do share this with anyone that you know may be affected. Thank you.
Uplands Academy / Published 10 Jan 2025
🌎🎨 Calling All Young Artists! 🎨🌎
Are you aged 11-25 and passionate about the planet? Enter the 2025 Grantham Climate Art Prize for your chance to inspire change through your creativity!
🖌The competition is to design a mural that draws attention to the climate crisis. The theme this year is 'From Grey to Green' – focusing on the importance of boosting nature and green innovation to allow us to have a more sustainable future, which will be better for the planet and for our physical and mental health.
The winner will receive a £200 gift voucher and their design will be transformed into a large scale mural by a professional artist.
Deadline for submissions is 31 January 2025
For more information about the competition and details on how to enter please visit:
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/grantham/events/grantham-art-prize/
#MakeYourMARK #climatechange #artcompetition
Uplands Academy / Published 10 Jan 2025
Yesterday, our dedicated Year 9 & 10 Sports Leaders hosted a high energy Sportshall Athletics event for Year 5/6 students from Frant, Mark Cross & Wadhurst primary school. The young athletes competed in running, jumping and throwing events, while our leaders took charge of coaching, scoring and officiating.
As always, with their enthusiasm, professionalism, and dedication, they were fantastic role models for the younger students. Ms. Lewis, North Wealden School Games Organiser commented, 'I look forward to them continuing their leadership journey with many more events in the pipeline.'
A huge well done to all involved - you definitely made your MARK! ✨
#SportsLeadership #MakeYourMARK MARK Education Trust
Uplands Academy / Published 9 Jan 2025
💟Supporting mental health in our school community 💟
A reminder that The Me & My Mind service, known nationally as the Mental Health Support Team, offer a number of FREE workshops to help parents & carers support their child.
For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/59h7mkwt
Uplands Academy / Published 9 Jan 2025
**Adverse weather update: Thursday 9 January 2025**
Based on our risk assessment this morning, we can confirm that our school will be open as normal today.
Students are permitted to wear weather appropriate footwear that ensures they can safely move to and from school and around site. All other uniform expectations still apply.
Our catering provision will be open as usual and school transport will be running as normal. Transport companies have advised that journeys may take longer to allow for road conditions.
If there are any changes to the forecast that will affect our school or transport during the day, this will be communicated to parents via Edulink, our website, and social media.
We will be reassessing the situation as the day progresses and we will update our website with the latest information as it becomes available.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s Assistant Head of Year in the first instance. Visit our website for contact information: https://www.uplands-academy.org/contact/student-support-contacts.
With thanks for your continuing support.
Uplands Academy / Published 7 Jan 2025
Happy New Year to all of our students, families, staff, trustees and alumni. We are delighted to welcome you all back and look forward to seeing what our students achieve in 2025!
We are starting the new term with a reminder about our subject support sessions and enrichment opportunities. They are available to view via our website’s Extra Curricular page.
👉 https://www.uplands-academy.org/education-enrichment/extra-curricular
⚽Please note that the Boys' Football Club is now after school on a Monday, instead of a Tuesday!
#MakeYourMARK MARK Education Trust
Uplands Academy / Published 20 Dec 2024
Our Term 2 newsletter is now available to view and download via the link below 👇
https://uplands-academy.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/document/Newsletter-Term-2-2024-1.pdf?t=1734696281
A big thank you as always to everyone that has contributed this term. Wishing our students, staff, trustees and their families a very Happy Christmas!
#MakeYourMARK MARK Education Trust
Uplands Academy / Published 19 Dec 2024
Our students enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch today, and it was a fantastic way to celebrate the last week of term!
A big thank you to our wonderful Chartwell's catering team and to our Senior Team staff for helping to serve everyone! Your efforts brought smiles to all and reminded us of the joy of togetherness during this festive season.
Uplands Academy / Published 18 Dec 2024
A reminder that our options event for students currently in Year 9 and their parents and carers will take place online this evening.
From 5pm, pre-recorded videos providing detailed information about the options process and the courses available will be available to view via our Year 9 Options page https://tinyurl.com/4r2v9dcz and YouTube channel.
We recommend watching Mr. Richard’s introductory video first before exploring the individual subject videos. We hope that the videos and the Year 9 Options booklet will help you to make informed decisions, however we encourage you to contact us using the details provided if you have any questions.
There will opportunities for further discussion at our Year 9 face-to-face parent consultations on Wednesday 15 January, before the deadline on Friday 31 January.
Uplands Academy / Published 17 Dec 2024
⚽️✨A huge congratulations to our mixed Year 10/11 football team for securing an impressive victory against Priory School yesterday.
To read the full match report, please visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/22svpdb8
#MakeYourMARK #footballfixtures MARK Education Trust
Uplands Academy / Published 17 Dec 2024
🚜✨The annual Christmas Charity Tractor Parade, organised by the Weald of Kent Young Farmers Club is taking place on Sunday 22 December from 5-7pm.
Forty-five tractors will be lit up for the festive season and will drive through Goudhurst, Cranbrook, Staplehurst and Marden to raise funds for Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex.
Zach (Year 9) will be taking part as a passenger in one of the tractors, so please come and show your support.
If you would like to contribute to this cause, please visit their JustGiving page to donate: https://www.justgiving.com/page/wokyfctractorparade2024
#tractorparade #charityevent #MakeYourMARK #Supportlocal