City Of Derby Academy

Thank you for your understanding in allowing your Y11 child to come home after yesterday's exam.

Students will also be able to leave school after the Chemistry exam tomorrow (12/06/2026). If you would prefer your child to remain in school, please contact the office. Revision spaces will be available on site, and lunch will be served as normal.

✨ Year 11 Prom 2026 - get ready to celebrate in style! 🎉

📅 Friday 19th June
📍 Pride Park Stadium
⏰ 7:30pm – Midnight

Join us for an unforgettable night filled with music, memories, and well-deserved celebration after all your hard work. 🎶🕺💃

🎟️ Tickets: £25 (via ParentPay)
🌟 Golden Ticket Opportunity!

Students who achieve 95% positive behaviour and 95%+ attendance will qualify for a ‘Golden Ticket’, granting free entry.
Eligible students will be notified soon - keep aiming high! 👏

📣 Year 11 Exam Arrangements - Important Information

As exams approach, please note the following arrangements for Year 11 students:

✅ Students will remain in school full time until Monday 15 June.
🕘 Morning exams: Line up in the yard at 08:50.
🕧 Afternoon exams: Early lunch at 12:55, then assemble at 13:20.
👔 Uniform: Full school uniform must be worn at all times.
🤝 Support: Pastoral and subject staff will be available throughout the exam period to support students.

🌞 Welcome Back to the Summer Term! 🌞

We hope everyone in our CoDA Community enjoyed a pleasant, restful break. It’s been fantastic to welcome our students back to school and kick off the Summer Term together!

📖 Don’t forget to check out the latest issue of the Academy Blog, now live on our website - packed with updates, news and highlights from across the academy.

👉 Read it now and stay connected!


https://www.cityofderbyacademy.org/parents/academy-blog/

📣 REMINDER: Uniform Pop‑Up Shop is TODAY!
📆 Wednesday 25th March
🕒 3:00pm – 4:15pm
📍 Main Entrance Foyer
✨ No need to book – just drop in!

Pop along to one of our Uniform Pop-Up Shops on:
📆 Wednesday 28th January or Wednesday 25th March
🕒 3pm – 4:15pm
📍 Main Entrance Foyer
✅No need to book - just drop in!

Easter HAF Activities: Spaces Still Available Across Derby

With the Easter holidays fast approaching, families are encouraged to explore a wide range of Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) opportunities taking place across the city.

Find out more here

Easter HAF Activities - City of Derby Academy Easter HAF Activities Easter HAF Activities: Spaces Still Available Across Derby With the Easter holidays fast approaching, families are encouraged to explore a wide range of Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) opportunities taking place across the city. Several providers still have availability, and....

📢 Lost Property Reminder

Any lost property from last term that hasn’t been collected by this Friday will be recycled or disposed of due to limited storage space.

Please check in and collect any items before Friday - thank you for your support!

📢 Reminder for Parents & Students

A quick reminder that school is closed to students tomorrow (Friday 20th March) due to an INSET Day.

📢 Reminder - The Household Support Fund (HSF) is coming to an end on 31st March 2026. This means there will be no universal voucher provision for the Easter holiday period.

Support is still available for families across Derby, including:

🥗 Derby Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme
Free activities and meals during Easter, Summer and Christmas for children eligible for benefit‑related free school meals.
🔗 Find out more: https://www.derby.gov.uk/education-and-learning/extra-curricular-activities/derby-haf/

🛒 Derby Food 4 Thought
Experiencing food poverty? Apply for emergency food parcels here:
🔗 https://www.derbyfood4thoughtalliance.org.uk/get-support/request-a-food-parcel

💡 Cost of Living Support
Advice, guidance and support available through Community Action Derby:
🔗 https://www.communityactionderby.org.uk/how-we-can-help/cost-of-living-support/help-with-cost-of-living

Please share to help ensure families are aware of the support available. 💛

➡️ Please note: This decision has not been made by the school. The change is a result of funding for the Household Support Fund coming to an end.

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