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TERM 3 2024

CAPTURING MOMENTS
PHOTOGRAPH TAKEN BY MAX IN YEAR 11
Message from our Headteacher
Chris Connor
As we approach the middle of February, we approach the halfway point in the
year. I still cannot quite believe that we are at this point so quickly. The January
term is always a challenge as the days are shorter and the weather is bleak.
The second spring term is when we start to see the flourishing of new shoots,
blossom on the trees and spring flowers starting to appear. There is a renewed
sense of optimism with spring fast approaching.

The green shoots we start to see in can you ensure that all students have
the ground are like the green shoots their whiteboard and pen in their
of optimism as the year 11 and 13’s bags every day.
prepare tirelessly for their upcoming
‘One of the factors that
The mid-point in the year also attracted me to work at
exams. Having completed their first offers us the opportunity to reflect
set of mocks, and with the second set on the progress we have made as the school was the keen
of mocks approaching the students individuals and as an organisation sense of a shared vision
are starting to see the progress made and how we intend to react to or of the MARK values,
following the demanding work they reshape our goals for the remainder
have been putting in. There is also Manners, Acceptance,
of the year. One of the factors
the promise of an end in sight and that attracted me to work at the
Respect and Kindness.
the opportunity to explore new school was the keen sense of a
adventures at the end of the year. shared vision of the MARK values, – Mr Connor
It has also been a busy term for Manners, Acceptance, Respect and
the year 9 students who have Kindness. We refer to these every
selected their options for GCSE day at school and thank those
subjects. Mr Richards is working students, parents and staff that 9, 10 and 11 students. The work will
hard to try to meet the requests for demonstrate these values in their form part of our RSHE curriculum and
as many students as possible and everyday practice. We will continue personal development curriculum
will hopefully be able to share that to teach the students how to and will focus on how students keep
information with you soon. The Year 7 demonstrate these values through themselves healthy and safe. During
and 9 students have also completed their personal development sessions this term, PC Upton and some of
their Curriculum Knowledge and try to recognise when students his colleagues will be visiting the
Assessments (CKAs). These are an demonstrate these values well in our school and introducing themselves
important benchmark in the students community. As with so many aspects to the students, running workshops,
learning for a few reasons. It helps of school life, it is most effective assemblies and answering questions
the students to prepare for future when the school and parents work about the law and how the police
assessments, recall their learning and together and I would urge you to tackle drug use in the community.
gain a better understanding of their continue to re-iterate these values at
There is another packed newsletter
progress, but also for the teachers it home too, ensuring that partnership
ahead full of student achievements,
is a good opportunity for us to get an between school and home is as close
awards, and information. I hope
understanding of what the students as possible, as we all want the same
that your families enjoy the half term
really do and do not know to help outcome which is the best for your
break and use it to recharge the inner
shape their future learning. student.
batteries ready for another busy term
As teachers, we do this regularly Next term, we have a fantastic as we approach Easter.
throughout the lessons and the opportunity to collaborate with our
introduction of the mini whiteboards local police liaison officer on the
has helped us to do this more facts, laws, risks, and consequences Mr Connor, Headteacher
regularly and systematically. Please associated with drug use for our year

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Head of Year Updates
Year 7
As we bid farewell to the chilly winter days, there is a up for our Year 7 students and parents next term. We
buzz of excitement and energy in the air at Uplands encourage you all to keep an eye on your emails, read
Academy. Our Year 7 students have been flourishing both the newsletters, and mark your calendars to join us in
academically and personally, and we are delighted to celebrating the vibrant spirit our students bring to the
share their outstanding successes with you. Uplands community.

Our students have excelled in their academic pursuits this In conclusion, the accomplishments and commitment
spring. The innovative teaching methods and dedicated displayed by our Year 7 students continue to make us
efforts of our talented staff have not gone unnoticed. proud. We wholeheartedly thank you, parents and
The students reflecting their commitment to their studies carers, for your unwavering support and trust. It is with
and the high standards they have set for themselves. The great anticipation and excitement that we look forward to
students have also faced their first main challenge of their witnessing further growth, achievements, and memorable
academic journey and completed Curriculum Knowledge experiences with our students in the upcoming months.
Assessments in all subjects. The students displayed high
Warmest regards,
levels of determination and resilience throughout this
particular week. Regardless of the number of assessments
sat on one day, all students persevered and gave it their Mr James, Head of Year 7
best.

For families with children and young people with

In addition, we take immense pride in recognizing special educational needs and disabilities in Sussex
the exceptional achievements of a few students who
have stood out in various subjects. We had our termly
celebration assembly in the last week of term where we
celebrate those successes – both inside and outside the
classroom. It has been a fantastic term so far, with the
year 7 students having crossed the 15,000 achievement
points mark when all tutor groups are combined. For this
time of the year, that is an Uplands record! The students
are showing that they are upholding the MARK values
to the highest decree. Please keep an eye out for the
certificates that will be sent home with the students this
week.

At Uplands Academy, we believe in fostering a sense

of empathy and responsibility towards the community.
Our Year 7 students have enthusiastically participated in AMAZE
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and launched our school orchard project (with the help
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Year 8
We have now completed another term and will be looking a photo of the event too!
forward to some lighter evenings and warmer weather.
We have seen so many acts of kindness in year 8.
Year 8 have completed their CKAs this term. They have Students helping each other when one is upset, students
approached these diligently and have worked well looking after our beautiful surrounding by ensuring rubbish
towards them. Hopefully they have learnt a little bit about goes in the bin, and showing good manners when they
the value of being well prepared for assessments and talk to each other and the adults in school. They should be
have learnt some different revision techniques in PDT, very proud of themselves!
and learnt how to plan a revision timetable. These are all
It is always a good idea to check uniform and equipment
skills that will be useful to develop further as they move
during half term to ensure that we are ready for next term.
into KS4. Following these assessments, you will have an
opportunity to book an online consultation appointment We hope you all have a good and relaxing half term!
on either 21 or 22 February via Edulink to discuss the Ms L Vallejo & Mrs J Upstone, Heads of Year 8
results with their subject teachers. It will be possible to
book these appointments from 6pm on 7 February.
In our assemblies we have been learning about mental
health and how important it is to look after ourselves and
support others. We have discussed how to ensure that we
are using the internet in a safe manner including the use
of AI and how that is developing. We have reminded
students of the importance of being responsible when
they use social media and to remember to only use
kind language when we are part of online groups. To
commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day we discussed
the ‘Fragility of Freedom’ which was the chosen theme
for this year. The students are always very respectful
when we deal with this theme. As part of LGBTQ+
History Month we talked about the importance of being
respectful towards other people’s views and feelings. The
last assembly of this term is always a favourite of ours
because we get to celebrate the community achievements,
including the MARK attributes and values.
In the first week back after half term we are having a visit
from Plumpton College to talk to year 8 about the courses
they offer and careers they connect to.
NEED TO SPEAK TO SOMEONE?
This will be very useful for students to find out about
possible courses post year 11. Plumpton is always a
popular destination for many of our year 11 students and
Contact our non-teaching
we already have some students who are interested in
choosing a course there. Assistant Heads of Year
Mrs Lambert (Year 7) – [email protected]
One of our current year 8 students, Zach shows pigs that
are owned by Snowfields Academy in Cranbrook. Zach Mr Vockins (Years 8 & 9) – [email protected]
and his brother are known locally for their ability to show Mrs K Barr (Years 10 & 11) – [email protected]
animals. He recently attended the Ashford Livestock
Show. It is always very nice to learn about achievements
and interests that happen out of school so do please share Sixth Form – Please contact Mr J Cunnigham -
these with us so we can praise the students and talk to [email protected]
them about their interests and achievements, We also love

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Year 9
Term 3 seems to have gone in a blink of an eye. The Year who had 100% attendance achieved the expected
9 students have made it through the bad weather and standard, compared to 40% of pupils who were
short daylight hours. It has been great to support many of persistently absent across the key stage. “
the students with the options process and many are now
Why is school attendance so important and what are the
looking ahead to their future possibilities with a renewed
risks of missing a day? - The Education Hub (blog.gov.uk)
sense of determination and purpose. Thank you to all the
Year 9s that have completed their options forms, this really
helps with our planning for next year. And finally….
The excitement of taking subjects at GCSE can sometimes
MARK Points lead students to lose motivation in subjects that they are
not going to continue. Evidence shows us that students
I continue to watch with pride as all the Year 9 students
studying a full curriculum until the end of Year 9 will
accumulate their MARK points. It is especially nice to
develop their depth of understanding as they are able to
see a number of these being for kindness. Despite the
see cross curricular links, develop skills for life, enhance
challenges of Year 9 and the increase in study pressures,
their personal growth and embed their own beliefs. The
the Year group remain thoughtful and kind.
students will not yet know the jobs of the future and
The students consistently being rewarded for MARK Values the knowledge and skills they will need for these, it is
are: important therefore that they equip themselves with as
much learning as possible.
Remy P, Doria K, Olivia B, Eli T, Sofia C, Leona G, Isaac
G, Finley S, Teddy B, Joshua C In the meantime, please do get in touch if you would like
to discuss any aspect of their child’s school life.

Personal Development Time and assemblies

Mrs Farrell, Head of Year 9
We have spent time this term raising awareness
for careers, mental health, use of Internet and the
development of AI and for Holocaust Memorial Day.
“The Holocaust threatened the fabric of civilisation, and
genocide must still be resisted every day. Our world
often feels fragile and vulnerable and we cannot be
complacent. Even in the UK, prejudice and the language
of hatred must be challenged by us all.” HMDT

Attendance
Thank you to the amazing number of students who have
an attendance of above 95% and those that have made a
fantastic improvement to how much you are in school.
We would love to hear
your child’s success
“What are the risks of missing a day of school?  
stories from outside
Every moment in school counts, and days missed add up school. Whether it’s
quickly. For example, a child in Year 10 who is absent for mastering a new skill, a
three days over a half term could miss 15 lessons in total.   sporting achievement or
The higher a pupil’s attendance, the more they are likely an interesting hobby, it’s
to learn, and the better they are likely to perform in exams all worth shouting about.
and formal assessments.   Let us know at
[email protected]
Data from 2019 shows that 84% of Key Stage 2 pupils

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Year 10
As we find ourselves at the midpoint of Year 10, it’s an Mock exams and assessments are crucial for student
opportunity to reflect on the journey so far and set the tone success as they replicate real exam conditions, aiding
for the remainder of this academic year. in familiarisation with formats and time constraints.
They identify weaknesses, allowing focused study,
and enhance time management skills. Experiencing
Congratulations to our Year 10 students on their pressure in a controlled environment prepares students
commendable academic progress. The recent assessments mentally, fostering resilience. Feedback from mock exams
showcase your dedication and hard work, laying the guides improvements, and success builds confidence. I
foundation for future successes now that 25% of the course look forward with anticipation as Year 10 take on this
is complete. Remember, each challenge conquered is a challenge in the upcoming half of the year.
step closer to your career goals and aspirations.

Here’s to a successful and fulfilling continuation of Year

Year 10 brings unique challenges, and your resilience in 10!
navigating these obstacles is truly commendable. Whether
it’s mastering complex concepts in Maths or adapting
to the requirements of Photography, your growth is not Warm regards,
just academic but a testament to your character and
Mr M McFloyd, Head of Year 10
adaptability as we move through the middle of the year.

This midpoint is an ideal time to encourage students to

explore their passions further. Whether it’s joining clubs,
engaging in extracurricular activities, or pursuing personal
projects, these experiences contribute significantly to
personal development. The recent Year 10 speaking and A QUICK AND EASY WAY
listening exams hopefully reminded many students on why TO RAISE FUNDS FOR
they are working so hard as they continue to focus on life OUR SCHOOL
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As we stride into the second half of the school year,

let’s carry the momentum of our achievements, embrace
growth opportunities, and face challenges with
determination. I look forward to reviewing each students
progress after the Year 10 mock exams - the first time Year
10 will have been in the school hall for assessments.

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MILLIONS IN USE 11,000

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Year 11
Well done Year 11 on a great Term 3. Students are now Dates for your diary:
in the final run towards the Summer GCSE Exams. The
The summer examination series runs from Monday 13 May
Spring Mocks are in week 2 of Term 4 (Monday 26 Feb
2024 through to Wednesday 26 June 2024. All students
until Friday 8 March 2024). Students should aim to do 3 x
must also be available on Thursday 6 June, Thursday 13
45-minute blocks of revision per day during the February
June and Wednesday 26 June 2024 as these are the
half-term.
national contingency dates, should the exam boards be
Year 11 have been working hard, finishing coursework forced to move any examinations Summer 2024 Exams |
this term with Art, Photography, BTEC ICT, BTEC Business, Uplands Academy (uplands-academy.org).
BTEC PE, and Food Preparation drop down days
completed. Further, GCSE PE students completed their
practical performance moderation day on the last day of Year 11 Leavers Hoodies
term. It is the final opportunity to order a ‘The Class of 2024
Leavers’ Hoody. The Hoodies will have a large ‘24’ print
on the back, containing the names of all students in the
Post 16 – Destinations
year group, and will also feature an embroidered logo on
On Tuesday 20 February, twenty chosen students will the front. The leavers’ hoody is priced at £27.
participate in an Apprenticeship Career Starter Workshop
The last date for ordering the hoodies is 19 March when
on behalf of the ASK programme. Lawrie Alford will be
the shop will close and no orders will be able to be made
leading the session which will last for 1 hour. Career
after this date.
starter apprenticeships are a great opportunity for those
looking for their first role after leaving full-time education. To place an order, please visit the following website:
The apprenticeship duration is approximately 12 months, https://shop.fizz-group.co.uk/
and the starting salary can be up to £20,000. Learn more
about some of these career starter apprenticeships below Our School Unique ID is: 27550YR11.
and what each role entails here
Career starter apprenticeships. I wish Year 11 students and their families a relaxing half-
term break.

All students should have completed an application for

college or an apprenticeship by the end of February. If Mr L Gander, Head of Year 11
you or your child require any support or guidance, please
contact Mr Gander. These are the remaining open events
at local colleges:
Plumpton College
Calendar of Events - Plumpton College
Saturday 16 March 2024 9am-12pm

East Sussex College Group

Open Events | East Sussex College (escg.ac.uk)
Hastings – Tuesday 7 March
Eastbourne – Thursday 14 March
Lewes – Thursday 21 March

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Sixth Form
Term 3 always brings with it a renewed focus and clarity Form students. The workshop is centred around how to
of purpose, with both year groups now looking at that select and more importantly, how to successfully apply for,
powerful straight line between the results of the first two apprenticeship schemes. The places will be filled on a ‘first
terms and the major exams due to be sat this summer. For come first served’ basis so please do check with your son/
Year 12, that is supported by the round of pre-mocks that daughter to see if they have applied.
they have just completed. The grades that these produce
underpin the upcoming Parents’ Evening which is always
such a positive moment for teachers, students and their Soon after, on 5 March, we will be hosting a careers
parents to work together in securing important goals, with evening as part of National Careers Week. Across the
one eye already on the full mock exam series being sat in evening, a variety of speakers from different industries
July. For Year 13, that focus is even clearer with the next will be giving short presentations on their careers and
round of mocks fast approaching and that final stretch industries and it is always an evening that has been valued
between the grades they produce and the public exams by past students who have attended. We will be writing
that follow. to you more formally about this event early next term, so
please do keep your eyes on your inbox for that letter.

Thankfully, the days are already becoming a little longer,

a little lighter - but it is an important time to remind all Finally, on 12 March, all of Year 12 will be joining Mr
our students of the different forms of support available Cunningham in attending the Careers Fair hosted by
if they are experiencing unhealthy levels of stress and Benenden School. Attending the fair is an even split
anxiety. In addition to the Head of Sixth Form and all our between universities, apprenticeship providers and
Sixth Form teachers, students are able to access support employers offering opportunities to students taking a gap
from our safeguarding team as well as the School Nurse year. It is a fantastic event that serves the needs of all
and School Counsellor. If students feel they would like students so please do complete the booking form when it
to access these services, please can they let either Mr is released next term.
Cunningham or Mrs Kelly know in the first instance.

Mr Cunningham, Head of Sixth Form

Away from our studies, we have three superb careers
experiences planned for next term. Firstly, on 20 February
we are welcoming back ASK (Apprenticeship Support and
Knowledge) to run a bespoke workshop for up to 15 Sixth

Pearson National Teaching Awards

Entries are now open for the 2024
Pearson National Teaching Awards.
Students, parents and carers can get involved by recognising
and nominating an “unsung hero” in their school community. The
‘Unsung Hero’ Award honours our everyday heroes and ensures
these amazing staff working in schools and colleges are given the
thanks they deserve. This award is open to anyone working in a
school – support staff including caretakers, playground helpers,
school office staff, head teachers and teachers.
Head over to the NTA website to find more information and a link
to nominate.

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 The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award News
This term, Alex from Outspark came to talk
to our 78 Bronze award students and 16
Silver award students about their upcoming
expeditions. Our Bronze award students will be
embarking on their practice expedition in and
around Tunbridge Wells in March, and our Silver
award students will be doing theirs across the
South Downs towards the end of April.
Students met with their groups for their first time to plan the
meals they are going to be preparing and cooking during
their expedition. Students were incredibly hard working
during the sessions and I look forward to seeing some of
the recipes they create.
term. A lot of commitment and dedication has gone into
A huge thank you to members of the public in our wider achieving this Award and you should be incredibly proud.
community and some of our staff who have very kindly Sam, Ollie and Martha have gone on to do their Silver
donated pre-loved camping kit and equipment for our award this year.
students to borrow if they need them. We have had a
range of donations including rucksacks, tents, sleeping If you have any questions relating to the Duke of
bags, roll mats, waterproofs and walking boots. Edinburgh’s Award, please contact Miss Buckley, Duke of
Edinburgh Manager: [email protected]
Lastly, a huge congratulations to Sam, Ollie, Martha and
Rosie (Year 10) who received their Bronze certificates this

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PE Updates
A relatively quiet term as the weather has taken its toll choose a pathway that suits their needs. Some students
on fixtures and competitions. However, the Year 11 girls have selected a more traditional ‘performance pathway’
football team performed well away against Uckfield that continues on the PE curriculum from key stage 3, with
Community College in an U16 game. The first half was a focus on developing sport related skills and transferring
very evenly matched with a score of 1-1 at half time, the skills into competitive game play. Some students have
however an early goal for Uckfield in the second half saw selected the ‘recreation and wellbeing pathway’ which
the Uplands girls push forwards for an equaliser which has a greater focus on sport for enjoyment and health.
allowed Uckfield to counter and subsequently score a Students have taken part in activities that encourage
third and fourth goal. A fantastic effort from the girls, final physical movement and interaction but also have a focus
score was 4-1 to Uckfield. Two days later the year10 on mental health and happiness. Mrs Lord has recently
boys also had an away fixture against Uckfield. After added in some meditation to the end of her lessons which
conceding an early goal, a superb long range effort from has allowed students to calm their minds and focus for the
Austin brought the game level at half time. Yet again an remainder of the day.
early second half goal meant the Uplands boys needed
The ‘leadership pathway’ has also proved popular
to chase the game, and with five minutes remaining
with the Year 10 groups, where students have gained
conceded two late goals. A 4-1 loss but the result really
experience of leading their peers in small groups by
didn’t do justice to how well the boys played.
coaching basic skills in basketball and badminton.
The student Sports Leaders have been hard at work this They have been introduced to the importance of
term helping Ms Lewis run our primary school sports communication within sports coaching and taken part
events (see page 15for more details). The leaders are in different competitions that suit certain sports. Recently
from across all years and give up their spare time to students have started to create their own sports rules to
work alongside teachers to help engage younger sports try to engage participation.
performers. A massive thank you to Ms Lewis and to all
Hopefully the weather will start to brighten and warm up
the Sports Leaders who have supported the events already
which always makes PE even more enjoyable!
this year.
The PE winter curriculum is approaching its final weeks
and it will not be long until we are out on the fields starting Mr R Wratten - Head of PE
our summer sports programme. By the end of term 4, all
key stage 3 students will have taken part in six different
winter sports and learnt valuable skills within their 4 week
block of practical’s.
Key stage 4 have been involved in a new programme
of activities this year which has allowed the students to

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to learn more about our:
• State-of-the-art gym and weights room
• Excellent range of studio classes
• Two large sports halls
Or book a customisable children’s party – choose
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#MakeYourMARK
We always enjoy hearing from former students,
celebrating their successes and supporting their work, and
this term we have been in touch with two former Uplands
students.

Rosie McLay
What’s your profession?
Artist, Printmaker & Facilitator. I’ve worked on my art full
time, mostly with copper plate etching for nearly 10 years. If you could go back in time, what advice would you give
I have also set up an art studio and event space in Bristol your younger self at Uplands?
where 50+ artists work and have gigs and markets with
hundreds of visitors. Say yes more! I nearly didn’t go to university because I
loved my life and friends at home. It often ends up that
What did you enjoy most when you were at Uplands and the leaps of faith end up being the most monumental
why? opportunities for growth, and life should be all about new
Coming from a small village (Mayfield), to build so experiences.
many connections and relationships both with the other What advice would you give to a current student with
students and the teachers, really brought me out of my ambitions of working in your industry?
shell. Of course the Art, Drama and Music classes utterly
captivated me and I have not stopped making art since. Recognise your strengths and weaknesses and don’t
I was Deputy Head Girl in Sixth Form which should have expect yourself to be able to do it all. Most artists and
been an early signal that I would be able to run several makers I know have to navigate every aspect of running
businesses and events! the business of their creative output, and sometimes trying
to do all the roles can kill the creativity. Yes, it’s great
What did you study after GCSEs and why? to learn about each bit but don’t let it overshadow the
I studied Art, Graphics, English Language & Literature reason why you loved making the work in the first place!
and Music Technology for A Level. Then, I went to UWE Be forever learning, experimenting, failing, and then your
Bristol for my BA(Hons) in Drawing & Applied Arts (Fine work will always be something you love, and it will love
Art). I never questioned that my strengths lay in creative you right back.
subjects and it felt like there was so much more I wanted A big thank you to Rosie for sharing her inspiring story
to discover, there still is! I’m back at college now learning with us, and we wish her all the best for the future.
stained glass painting and hope to do an MA in Fine Art
in the next five years. https://www.rosiemclay.com

What made you decide to pursue your career and what

do you enjoy most about your job?
I was lucky that it was a simple choice, as making art was
just what I had always done and made me feel happy. I
had always loved drawing and others often enjoyed my
art too, I started selling my art at age 8! What I enjoy
most is the flexibility to engage with the most precious
parts of life. My artwork gives me the excuse to learn
about human anatomy, wildlife and astrology, as well as
practical processes like printmaking, metal sculpture and
any medium that suits my subject. This Summer I went to
Poland to be the artist in residence for a human cadaver
dissection - something life changing and that so few
people get to experience.

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#MakeYourMARK continued...
Amelie Bromnick
What are you currently doing?
Studying English Literature at Cambridge University. I
am also the Interviews Editor for the student newspaper,
Varsity and am now the Welfare Officer for the college.

What did you enjoy most when you were at Uplands and
why?
I really enjoyed making friendships that have really lasted.
I always felt like I had a great support network, and was
able to form strong connections with the teachers too.

Lara (Year 12) is currently taking part in the ‘2,900 Squats

What did you study after GCSEs and why? in February’ challenge for the Teenage Cancer Trust.
I did A-levels in sixth form, studying English Literature, Throughout the month of February, she will be completing
Psychology and Philosophy (which i did online!), with 2,900 Squats. That’s an average of 100 Squats a Day!
an EPQ and a Maths AS. At the time, I was thinking that
I’d like to pursue a career in psychology, but ultimately
realised, with the wonderful teaching of Mrs Richards, that Every day, seven young people aged 13-24 hear the
my true passion is for literature! words “you have cancer”. They will each need specialised
nursing care and support to get them through it. They’re
the only UK charity dedicated to meeting this vital need –
If you could go back in time, what advice would you give so no young person faces cancer alone.
your younger self at Uplands?
Enjoy your time, and cherish the friendships you have. Every £25 donation provides an hour to talk. A Youth
Even when things get hard, there are people you can turn Support Coordinator provides the extra help young
to and the support systems are in place. people need with things like studies, relationships and
mental wellbeing throughout cancer treatment. £25 could
pay for an hour of their time, helping them be there when
What is your next goal? they’re needed most.
I’m really enjoying writing for Varsity, Cambridge’s
student paper, as well as attending lots of poetry events.
Ultimately, my next goal would be to continue pursuing Well done to Lara for raising awareness and money for
passions. such a worth-while cause and we wish you all the best
with your challenge.
If you would like to make a donation
please visit Lara’s Justgiving page

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Christmas Jumper Day

A big thank you to everyone who made a MSF translates to Doctors without Borders and they
monetary donation to our Christmas collection provide medical assistance to people affected by conflict,
for our three chosen charities; Kidscape, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from healthcare.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and Hospice in Hospice in the Weald provides care completely free
the Weald. We raised £494 in total. of charge to patients with a terminal illness, and those
Kidscape is an award-winning bullying prevention charity important to them, in West Kent and northern East Sussex.
supporting children and their families across England and This means they are there 24 hours a day to help, support
Wales to challenge bullying and to have happy, healthy and care for patients with an illness where a cure is no
relationships. Their vision is for all children to grow up in longer possible, and for patients who will at some stage
supportive communities safe from bullying and donations die from their illness, whenever that may be.
help them to provide practical support, training, and We are proud to be supporting these three vital charities,
advice to challenge bullying and protect young lives. and we are grateful to our students and families for their
kindness and generosity!

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Primary PE and Active Leaders
It has been great to welcome so many primary schools onto our facilities since the beginning of this
academic year and this term we continued the momentum with a new event.

On 11 January, our fantastic Sports Leaders led our first ever If you would like to get involved with these events and become
Primary Sportshall Athletics Competition. a Student Sports Leader please contact Ms Lewis - tlewis@
uplandscc.com.
It is always a loud and energetic event that sees large teams
compete in throwing, jumping and running challenges. It Mrs T Lewis
allows schools to bring many children along which helped to SGO and SSCO
create a lovely community feel. Our Sports Leaders showed GFSP Strategic Lead - North Wealden
professionalism, resilience and great support to all the children
that attended. They were all great role models and a pleasure to
work with.
Congratulations to the following students for helping to run such
a successful event: Max, Phoebe, Rosie, Poppy, Nell, Bea,
Charles & Jacob (Year 7), Daniel, Florence, Ellen & Sophie
(Year 8 ), Sebby, Edward, Charley, Alfie, Chloe, Tom & Olivia
(Year 9), Travis (Year 10) and Ben (Year 12).
Well done to all of schools that came along; Frant, Wadhurst,
Mark Cross and St. Barnabas. It was a very tight competition,
with Frant going through to the next round!
On 25 January avid netballers from Year 7 & 8 volunteered
to coach and motivate children from our local primary schools
in our first netball development event. Children from years 3 &
4 came over to learn more about netball. They were coached
in the basic skills, then were tasked to put everything they had
learnt into game play. The sports leaders were excellent in
motivating and imparting their sport specific knowledge to the
youngsters.
Well done to Isla, Zoe, Beatrice, Nell, Sophie, Poppy, Josie,
Phoebe, Poppy J & Rosie (Year 7) and Emilee, India, Sophie,
Poppy, Lois, Ellen, Natalia & Olivia (Year 8).

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Sussex Cricket
Programme
The Sussex Cricket Foundation delivered a
fantastic cricket session with our Year 7 and 8
girls at the end of last term.
This programme was launched to get more girls into
playing cricket and spark an interest in the sport.
The students were working on different activities that
developed their batting, bowling and fielding skills as well
as working on improving their reaction time and hand-eye
coordination.
‘It was really lovely to see all of the students engaged
and working hard in a sport that a lot of them had never
played before’ - Miss Buckley, PE Teacher.
More sessions are planned throughout 2024 so we hope
to see more and more girls taking part in the sport.

Calling all future fashion designers

Is fashion your passion? Is your talent in textiles? Do you
fancy a challenge in 2024? If yes, then this competition
could be for you.
Young Fashion Designer Competition UK is an exciting
opportunity for talented students with a flair in textiles,
design and fashion to demonstrate their skills and
showcase their work.
In it’s 14th year and accredited by The Textile Institute
and Design & Technology Association, the competition
is open to students in Years 7 to 13 nationwide. It’s a
chance to highlight innovative design skills and offers
amazing opportunities that have helped previous winners
across the UK shape their careers.
The theme for this year is REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE –
which R you? For full details of the design brief and entry
requirements for the competition, please click here.
Closing date is Monday 13 May 2024.

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ASK Programme for Year 11
On 12 January, Year 11 students had the about apprenticeship opportunities in their area and given
opportunity to listen to a careers focused details about the process of applying for apprenticeships.
assembly from the Apprenticeship, Support and
We are planning a series of ASK workshops next term to
Knowledge (ASK) Programme. Topics covered
support all students that want to explore this option further.
‘What is an apprenticeship?’ and ‘How an
apprenticeship could be a great option for your Parents & carers can find resources via the link here.
career path’. In addition, Year 11 students were treated to a virtual
Students were shown how to search for and find out assembly from LSBU: London South Bank University this
morning which was also part of our training provider offer
which supports students in exploring post 16 options.
The talk provided information about the following:

* University as a post 18 option

* How to choose a university
* How to choose your course
* How do you choose what University to go to?

Microsoft Form

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Seeking pre-loved items
At Uplands we are always looking for pre-
loved items that we can re-use. If you have
any unwanted items that are no longer of any
use to you or your child, then please consider
donating to our pre-loved store. The store is
used to support students who do not have the
correct uniform or equipment, this can be for a
number of reasons.
Wish list:
* PE kit & trainers
* Football boots & shin pads
* School uniform & school shoes
* Laptops & cameras with chargers
* Scientific calculators
All donations should be in good, working condition.
Please bring donations to the school reception ‘FAO Mrs
Lord’.
For any questions, please contact: [email protected]

Student recruitment panel

Here at Uplands Academy we feel it is
important to include our students in some of the
decisions we make for our school, and a very
important one is appointing staff to support
them.
This term, four students, supported by Mr Richards,
Deputy Headteacher, formed a student panel to interview
the candidates for the role of Assistant Headteacher,
Behaviour and Safeguarding. They then gave their
feedback to the formal panel of Dr Austin, Chair of Local
Governing Board, Ms Robinson, Executive Headteacher
and Mr Connor, Headteacher.
‘This important role required our students to be mature
and thoughtful about the process. We hope that they all
enjoyed the experience and gained valuable insight into
interview processes, questioning techniques, evaluating
performance and feedback practices’ - Miss Taylor,
Head of HR.
Well done to Jenna (Year 7), Holly (Year 8 ), Teddy (Year
9) & Troy (Year 10).

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Holocaust Memorial Day assembly
This term, as part of Holocaust Memorial Day, freedom they enjoy, and consider how various genocides
our assemblies led by Mrs Dunbar, History have attacked different freedoms of people in the past and
Teacher, gave students the chance to learn present. The assemblies explained how the Nazis attacked
about the day Auschwitz was liberated on 27 the freedom of religion and to self identify for Jewish
January 1945. The theme for this year was people.
‘Fragility of Freedom’.
Students heard the story of Eric Murangwa Eugene MBE,
Students had the opportunity to reflect on the privileges of and how his freedom of movement was attacked during
The Rwandan genocide against the Tutsi. They also learnt
how freedom of expression and speech have been
attacked and how people were promised false freedom by
the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia in 1975.
The assemblies concluded by considering how Holocaust
Memorial Day reminds us of the values that are important
to us; acceptance of others, respect of freedom, and
kindness towards all, and how genocides have shown us
examples of true resilience, of the courage to survive and
speak out in the face of such terror and injustice.
For more information about Holocaust Memorial Day and
to read about some of the different ways the UK marked
the day please visit this link.

Nourish Community Foodback assembly

A big thank you to Nourish Community
Foodbank for coming in to talk to our
Year 12 & 13 cohort this term during their
assembly. Organised by Mrs Harrison,
Personal Development & RSHE Teacher it
was an extremely informative presentation
highlighting the challenges faced in our local
area for some people.
Nourish supports the local community in and around
Tunbridge Wells with essential items such as food &
toiletries. They are a vital support link for so many people
who are struggling with the cost of living at this time, for
whatever reason.
For more information about the wonderful work this
invaluable charity does please visit this link.

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The FA and Barclays Football Biggest Ever Football
Session is coming to Uplands Academy next term.
Uplands Academy will be celebrating International
Women’s Day this March by joining thousands of primary
and secondary schools to deliver a fantastic session of
girls’ football, during lunchtime.
This exciting event is part of The Football Association’s
campaign to ensure that girls have the same access to
football in schools and in clubs by 2024 as boys do.
Uplands Academy is a Barclays Football FA Girls’
Football Partnership School, and with Mrs Lewis
representing North Wealden as the Strategic Lead, we
are delighted to be able to offer even more opportunities
for girls at Uplands Academy to participate, compete and
excel in the game.
If you would like to help spread the word or hold your
own event, please email Mrs Lewis at tlewis@uplandscc.
com or visit England Football.

Cash Free Academy:

Please note the school can not guarantee or take responsibility if a
student brings cash on site. Should someone need to carry cash on
them for a particular reason then they must hand it to reception or
their Head of Year who will look after it in a secure place.

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Wadhurst Dramatics
Club production of
Cinderella
Talented Uplands Academy students performed
at Wadhurst Hall of Commemoration for the
local production of Cinderella.

The well known story was performed brilliantly by the

Wadhurst Dramatics Club, incorporating fantastic music,
dancing, jokes, magic and lots of laughter.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the production

but in particular to Rosie, Esmee, Nell & Poppy (Year 7),
Poppy (Year 9), Sophie (Year 10), Lucie (Year 11) and
former students Clarice & Lisa.
For more information about the Wadhurst Dramatics Club
please visit their website.

Mark Education Trust Report to stakeholders

Following the recent AGM, MARK Education Trust
Chair of Trustees, Clare Collins, has written a letter to all
stakeholders summarising the Annual Report.
“As a charitable company each year the trust is required
to produce an annual report and financial statements
which are submitted to Companies House. This is a long,
dry document with pages of technical detail about the
work of the trust and its finances. For those who haven’t
the time or inclination to wade through the official papers,
trustees have produced this report as a more succinct
summary of the year’s activities.
To read the letter in full, please visit our website.

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EAL Students Celebration
We have a number of students who speak Daria (Year 11) showed us what she has been studying
English as an Additional Language (EAL) here in her French classes and Anton (Year 8) showcased his
at Uplands, some of whom have only joined us creative writing skills with a story about a disgusting dinner
recently. lady that he had recently written in the style of Roald Dahl.
Ihor (Year 7) shared a piece of work from his History class
This term, along with our dedicated learning support
titled ‘Why was the church a threat to medieval kings?’
team of Ms Kendon, Mrs Manyam Rajaram, Ms Gingell
and Kostya (Year 7) shared a recent Maths exercise.
and Mr Hayes-Fisher, the students met to reflect on
their progress and celebrate their successes. They took Congratulations were in order for Sasha (Year 11)
the opportunity to share work that they are particularly and Tolee (Year 9) who recently both achieved highly
proud of and also talk about upcoming activities they are commended for the EAL Service Val Larkin Award. They
involved in at school. both had to submit a written dual language entry on the
theme of ‘journeys’.
Polina (Year 7), Antonina (Year 11) and Varvara (Year
10) shared some impressive examples of their recent art
projects. Marwan (Year 7) is designing a Jitterbug for
his current Design Technology project and for the next
step he will draw the image using CAD (Computer Aided
Design) to be laser cut. He was also awarded a Gold
award this term for achieving over 125 MARK points.
Antonina is also a keen baker and recently baked a very
delicious looking cherry cake in her Food Technology
class.
Tolee (Year 9) is currently making preparations for his first
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition in March. Along
with the help of Miss Buckley (DofE Manager) and Mrs
Farnan (EAL teacher) he has been learning the skill of
map reading and learning about what he needs to take
with him on the expedition.

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The Autism Training Network
The Autism Training Network Ltd Week 3 - Sensory Processing
is offering Parent/Carer Autism
Explaining the 8 sensory systems, how
Online Workshops over the next
the environment can impact on a child
few months.
with sensory processing differences/
Whether your child is awaiting challenges and strategies to meet an
a diagnosis or has already been individual’s sensory needs.
diagnosed, these workshops are a great
Week 4 - Pathological Demand
opportunity to learn more about Autism
Avoidance
& ask questions within a supportive
group of other parents & carers. A look into the interesting subject of PDA,
how this may present and what is the best
Week 1 - An Introduction to Autism
approach to take to avoid conflict.
An opportunity to explore what Autism To book your place please email:
Workshops will be held on a Monday
is, the many strengths and the differences [email protected]
evening from 7:30pm - 8:30pm via
that make each child so wonderfully with
Zoom.
unique.
You can benefit from all 4 workshops for the month you would like to attend, and
Week 2 - Communication you will be sent the booking link.
£100 and will receive a certificate of
Identifying what communication is and attendance after the final workshop. For more information about the Network
the different communication methods that and the services they offer please visit
The 4-week programme is taking place in
may be helpful for Autistic children. here.
February, March and April.

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 Young Tree Champions
The weather really cooperated for the launch of our school ‘The students involved were all excellent gardeners and
orchard project on 26 January, enabling us to become took great care in their work, making me very proud! I
one of The Tree Council ‘Young Tree Champions’ schools. look forward to using this area in the future to help show
We were lucky enough to win a bid for three fruit trees to students the importance of nature in our local area!” - Ms
begin this project, and we are awaiting the outcome of a Huxford, Head of Geography.
further bid to continue building our orchard area. As well
For more information about the project please visit this link.
as the trees we also received a tech bundle including a
microscope camera to help pupils connect, learn and care
for the trees.
Along with the support of Mr Finnis, Site Operative, Ella,
Isaac & Ruben in Year 7 helped plant the trees.

On we had a very exciting visit from some critters 🕷🐍🐌🐁

A visit from some

Our Year 8 cohort had a visit from our friends at ZooLab and had
opportunity to hold a number of creatures including an african
the
snail,
friendly critters
cockroach & corn snake.
The Zoolab workshops are curriculum-driven & the
session provided the opportunity for our students to discover all
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their fears, and hear them talking about the session for
about the Rainforest. ZooLab’s Ranger explained what it’s the rest of the day. Hopefully it is an experience that will
like for the creatures living in the steamy tropics and why stay with them for many years!’ - Ms Huxford, Head of
they are coming under threat. Geography.

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Rewards Assemblies
As is tradition our final week of the term saw As well as the MARK certificates, we gave out awards
our end of term Rewards Assemblies and it in a variety of areas including SPARX awards for maths,
was fantastic to see so many certificates being Conduct awards, Kids Lit Quiz awards and CKAs.
awarded to our young people.
Congratulations to everyone and have a very relaxing half
It is another example of what amazing students we have term and I look forward to presenting more awards at the
here at Uplands. Students are able to work towards end of Term 4.
levels of achievement over the year in all 8 of our MARK
categories: Manners, Acceptance, Respect and Kindness;
Motivation, Articulate, Resilience and Knowledgeable. Mrs Underdown, Head of History
If they reach 25 MARK points they receive their bronze
certificate, 75 for silver, 125 for gold and 200 for
platinum and it was a great pleasure to give out so many
bronze, silver and gold awards. There were over 130 gold
awards given out across the year groups.

Photography students editing project

This term, our Year 10 Photography students have
been working on a digital editing project. The talented
students took the photographs themselves and then
edited them using Photoshop to create a ‘splash of
colour’.
Here are some examples of the creative pieces
including pets, landmarks and nature. Well done to
Albert, Austin, Katy, Rhianna & Molly.

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Equestrian Team News
Our wonderful Equestrian Team have been very term at Duckhurst and Felbridge and we wish them all the
busy and successful this term. best and look forward to hearing how they get on.
Even before the term had started our riders were making If you would like to enquire about joining the equestrian
us proud at the Xmas Grass Roots and RPL Show Jumping team, please contact our Team Manager Anna Godden
at Duckhurst. It was a great day for new combination via our Head of PE, Mr Wratten at rwratten@uplandscc.
Kelcey (Year 10) and her pony Buddy. A super quick clear com.
round in the 80/85cm competition gave them second
As always, we would like to thank our kind sponsor,
place. Continuing their good fortune they then went on
Tunbridge Wells-based law firm, CooperBurnett LLP, for
to win in the 90/95cm competition. Claudia (Year 11)
their wonderful support of the team.
also completed a clear round in the 80/85cm category
but sadly wasn’t quite fast enough to finish in the top six
places. Mr Cool was unable to make it on the day but
Teddy (Year 9) showed true team spirit by coming along
to cheer on his fellow team members.

On Saturday 20 January, NSEA RPL Showjumping took

place at Hadlow College. Sadly, a number of our riders
and ponies were unable to compete due to illness and
a lost horse shoe! However, Mr Cool was back on form
and secured forth place for him and his rider Teddy (Year
9) in the 80/85cm category. They then ended the day
with third place in the 90/95cm category. It was a great
atmosphere and fantastic to see Uplands competing
against a number of other local schools including Chailey,
Kent College, Wrotham School and Claremont.

On Sunday 4 February, Poppy (Year 7) and her pony

Sonny were back out competing in the challenging NSEA
Eventers Challenge at Golden Cross Equestrian Centre in
Hailsham. Despite not winning any ribbons this time, the
pair learnt an incredible amount as they ventured into this
new discipline together. We’re looking forward to seeing
their progress in this new discipline over the next few
months.

The team will be competing together during February half

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Notices
TERM 4 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Mon 19 February - Start of Term 4

Uniform provider update: Wed 21 & Thurs 22 February - Yr 8
Our uniform provider Simmonds Parents evening (online)
has now rebranded to Monkhouse Wed 21 February - Yr 7-10 LSO
Schoolwear. You can now shop for Concert (Barbican)
Uplands Academy uniform here for a Mon 26 Feb @ 5pm- Parents meeting
fantastic online shopping experience for New York Trip
and simple ordering. Your local store
in Tunbridge Wells has re-opened Thurs 29 Feb - Year 10 Spanish Study
under the Monkhouse name where Day (BFI)
you’ll be able to find all your uniform Tues 5 March - Year 7 Photos
essentials as usual. Check updated Tues 5 March 4:30pm - 6:45pm-
opening times here. Careers Evening
Fri 8 - Sun 10 March - DofE Bronze
For information about our uniform Award Practice Expedition
policy please visit the Uplands Tues 12 March - Year 12 & 13
Academy website. Benenden University & Apprenticeship
Fair
Thursday 28 March - Last day of term

School term and holiday dates for

the 2024-2025 academic year
are now available to view via our
website.

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 Staff Updates
We were delighted to welcome a new member of the with Uplands for eight years. I would like to thank him on
support staff team this term; Mr Daniel Flanagan joined us behalf of the Trustees, staff and students at Uplands for the
at Uplands Academy in the role of Cover Supervisor. difference he has made on a daily basis to Uplands and
the students he has inspired and believed in. I know he
This term we said goodbye to Sandra Styles, PA to the
will be missed by students and colleagues.
Executive Headteacher who we wish every future success.
Miss H Taylor
At the end of this term, we say goodbye to a long-
standing colleague. Mr Daniel Papper, Teacher has been Head of HR

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Current vacancies
For further details, or to arrange a visit please contact the HR department on 01892 782135 or email
[email protected]

Senior Assistant Headteacher Behaviour and Head of MFL

Safeguarding Required for April 2024
Required for April 2024 A September 2024 start would be considered
A September 2024 start would be considered for the right candidate
for the right candidate We are looking for applicants who will strive
Leadership 16 to 20, currently £68,400 to to make a substantial difference to the lives
£75,331 of our students, our school and the wider
We are looking for a Senior Assistant community. The successful candidate must be
Headteacher who will strive to make experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated,
a substantial difference to the lives of with strong organisational skills, and ready
our students, our school and the wider to play a significant role as Head of MFL,
community. The successful candidate must leading French and Spanish.
be an experienced, dynamic, highly skilled, Deadline for applications: 10am Monday 19
creative and inspirational leader who relishes February 2024
the challenges of school improvement. They
must have a proven track record of raising
standards and be ready to play a significant Site Operative
role in our highly ambitious, non-selective and Full time contract
non-denominational school. Immediate start available
Deadline for applications: 10am Monday 19 We are looking for a professional and self-
February 2024 motivated individual with good practical
maintenance experience, excellent
communication skills and the ability to be flexible.
Teacher of Science Working as part of the Site team, candidates
Required for April 2024 should be able to work proactively and
independently to ensure the efficient operation of
An earlier start considered for the right candidate
the Academy campus.
Full and part time applications considered
Deadline for applications: 10am Monday 19
We are seeking applications from a dedicated,
February 2024
hardworking, highly skilled and knowledgeable
teacher to join our Science department.
Deadline for applications: 10am Monday 19 If you are considering applying for a role
February 2024 at either Uplands or Beacon Academy,
please visit our Youtube channel and
view our recruitment video, featuring
testimonials from some of our existing
members of staff. Click here.

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Uplands Academy MARK Education Trust,
a charitable company limited by guarantee
Lower High Street registered in England and Wales.
Company no. 07959980
Wadhurst
Registered office address:
East Sussex North Beeches Road, Crowborough,
East Sussex TN6 2AS
TN5 6AZ
Tel: 01892 782135

www.uplands-academy.org

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