Foxfields Academy

07/10/2026

🌟Pupil Wellbeing Conversations🌟

Talking to a pupil about their wellbeing can feel daunting, particularly when you are unsure what to say or worried about hearing something concerning.

Our latest guide reminds educators that they do not need to be specialists to provide meaningful support.

The guide explores:
• Building warm, trusting relationships
• Choosing a safe and appropriate place to talk
• Using side-by-side conversations to reduce pressure
• Staying calm when a pupil shares a concern
• Being clear and honest about confidentiality
• Knowing when to involve safeguarding colleagues or seek support yourself

It also includes practical conversation starters to help staff open discussions gently and give pupils space to talk when they are ready.

Read the guide here: https://vist.ly/5mbvi

05/10/2026

⏳ Week 4: Every Minute Matters! 📚✨

This week we’re focusing on purposeful lessons, active learning and making every moment count.

Every interaction. Every opportunity. Every minute matters. 💙💛💗💚

01/10/2026

And here's the full story about when Joe came to visit... 🏉 😍
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We proudly celebrated the official opening of our new Coach House Vocational Building today with a memorable morning of learning, sport and community spirit. The event brought together pupils, staff, governors, and Leicestershire County Council representatives to mark an exciting new chapter for the...

01/10/2026

Thank you so much to England Rugby Star Joe Heyes for visiting Foxfields today to officially open our Vocational Building! What a morning the pupils have had with him doing rugby drills and even a sneaky bit of arm wrestling 😁 💪 Full story on the way...

30/09/2026

Looksmaxxing is an online trend focused on improving physical appearance, particularly among boys and young men.

While some content centres on grooming, skincare, diet and exercise, other parts of the trend can promote questionable advice, extreme practices and unrealistic expectations.

Our latest guide explores key concerns, including:
• Pressure around male appearance and body image
• Misleading or potentially dangerous advice
• Obsessive behaviours and declining self-worth
• Mental health concerns
• Exposure to increasingly extreme online communities

It also shares practical advice for parents and educators on recognising looksmaxxing terminology, noticing changes in behaviour and starting supportive conversations about appearance, influencers and online expectations.

Read the guide here: https://vist.ly/5ke3u

Our latest guide supports parents, carers and educators in understanding the trend and recognising when appearance-focused content may be becoming harmful.

The guide explores:
• The targeting of male insecurities and body image concerns
• Misleading advice and extreme appearance-focused practices
• Links to obsessive behaviours and mental health difficulties
• How increasingly extreme online communities can influence young people
• Warning signs, terminology and changes in behaviour to look out for

With clear, practical advice, the resource helps adults open supportive conversations about appearance, influencers and unrealistic expectations.

Access the guide: https://vist.ly/5ke3u

30/09/2026

☕️ A Special Visit to Kimberley’s Café! 💛

Students from Austen Class recently enjoyed a special trip to Kimberley’s Café in the local community.

Over the summer, our wonderful school cook, Kym, sadly said goodbye to us as she followed her dreams of opening her very own café. 🌟

Kym has always been such a special part of our school community, so the children decided to pay her a well-earned visit — and surprise her! 🥰

It was fantastic to see the children enjoying themselves while supporting Kym in her exciting new adventure. We’re so proud of her for following her dreams and creating such a wonderful space within the local community. ❤️

We miss you, Kym, but we’re so pleased to see you doing what you love! ☕️✨

28/09/2026

📸 Future Ready Photography! 📸

As part of our Future Ready lessons this term, pupils in Simmonds Class are developing their photography skills!

They have been learning how to set up and use their cameras, and are beginning to explore a range of photography skills and techniques. 🌟

Here’s a small selection of some of the fantastic images they have captured so far! 📷✨

We’re looking forward to seeing how their skills develop throughout the term! 👏

28/09/2026

🎄🎅 Foxfields Academy Christmas Market! 🎅🎄

Join us on Saturday 21st November, 10.30am–2pm for festive fun, stalls, food and more! 🎁✨

📍 Foxfields Academy, Hospital Lane, Blaby, LE8 4FE
🎟️ Free entry & free car parking!

We’re also looking for stall holders and food vendors. For details, contact [email protected]. ❤️

24/09/2026

☕️ PTA Coffee Morning – Tomorrow! ☕️

We’d love to invite all our parents and carers to join us tomorrow, Thursday 25th September, for our PTA Coffee Morning. 💛

Come along for a coffee, a chat and a chance to find out more about how you can get involved with our school community.

We’d love to see you! 🫶☕️

09/07/2026

It's been a wonderful final term at The Parks! Read all about it here: https://www.foxfields-cit.co.uk/celebrating-a-fantastic-summer-term-at-the-parks/