Windmill Hill Academy

Windmill Hill Academy Inspiring Passionate Life Long Learners who strive to make a positive contribution to their local community and the wider world.

Windmill Hill Academy is located in Launceston, Cornwall. We are part of the An Daras Trust.

🌟 Pre-School Spaces Available 🌟At Windmill Hill Academy Pre-School, we offer a nurturing, fun and engaging start to your...
24/08/2026

🌟 Pre-School Spaces Available 🌟

At Windmill Hill Academy Pre-School, we offer a nurturing, fun and engaging start to your child’s learning journey. 💛

From hands-on play and exploration to building confidence and independence, every day is filled with exciting opportunities to learn and grow.

✨ Flexible childcare and funded places for 2–4 year olds
✨ Experienced, caring staff
✨ Play-based, holistic learning
✨ Inclusive, supportive environment for all children

We’re proud of the strong relationships we build with our families—working together to give every child the very best start.

📞 Get in touch to find out more:
01566 772143
✉️ [email protected]

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

I can hardly believe we have reached the end of another school year – and what an action-packed final term it has been!T...
22/07/2026

I can hardly believe we have reached the end of another school year – and what an action-packed final term it has been!

The children have continued to amaze us with their progress, resilience and enthusiasm for learning. They adapted brilliantly during last week’s transition days, and it is clear they are ready to embrace the new challenges that await them in their new classes. Our school has been filled with smiles and laughter, particularly over the last few days, and it was a pleasure to come together for our end-of-year Celebration Assembly to recognise the many achievements of our wonderful pupils.

As we say goodbye for the summer, we also bid a fond farewell to our Year 6 pupils. You have enjoyed a fantastic final term filled with memorable trips, enrichment opportunities and, of course, your Leavers’ Assembly. It has been a privilege to watch you grow from your first days in Year F into the confident, responsible young people you are today. You have been excellent role models for our younger pupils and will be greatly missed – including by Bertie, who is sure to miss all those cuddles! We wish you every success and happiness as you begin the next stage of your journey and hope you will come back and visit us soon.

A huge thank you must also go to our incredible staff team and Governors. Their dedication, hard work and commitment never go unnoticed, and they always place the children and families at the heart of everything they do.

This year, we say goodbye to two valued members of our team. Mrs Ganitano (Mrs G), who has been a Teaching Assistant in Year 3. We thank her for her dedication and support during her time at Windmill Hill Academy and we wish her every success and happiness in the future.

We also say goodbye to Miss Belcher, who has expertly covered Miss Edwards’ maternity leave in Year 1 this year. Miss Belcher has been a wonderful addition to our team, and we are incredibly grateful for her professionalism, commitment and support. We wish her all the very best for the future.

Thank you also to the Friends of WHA for their tireless fundraising efforts throughout the year. Every penny raised goes directly towards enriching the children’s experiences, and we greatly appreciate your continued support.

Finally, thank you to all our parents and carers for your engagement, encouragement and partnership throughout the year. Whether you have volunteered on trips, supported events, helped in the classroom or encouraged learning at home, your contribution makes a tremendous difference to our school community.

Please take note of the term dates for the next academic year, which can be found on the school website and are pinned on ClassDojo. These will also be added as events in due course.

Here is a link to our half-termly newsletter: https://sway.cloud.microsoft/qZ8qoG4Sm4FSnd5w?ref=Link

Have a wonderful summer holiday. We look forward to welcoming the children back to school, along with our new Pre-School and Year F pupils and their families, on Monday 7th September 2026.

🌿 RHS Rosemoor Trip 🌿Last Wednesday, Year 2 and 3 enjoyed a fantastic educational visit to RHS Rosemoor.During the day, ...
21/07/2026

🌿 RHS Rosemoor Trip 🌿

Last Wednesday, Year 2 and 3 enjoyed a fantastic educational visit to RHS Rosemoor.

During the day, they took part in an engaging workshop all about how plants grow. They learned about the life cycle of plants, explored different methods of seed dispersal, and discovered the many different types of seeds that plants produce.

The children also had the opportunity to explore the beautiful gardens and see an incredible variety of plants from around the world. They were fascinated by the wonderful range of colours, shapes and sizes on display, with something new and exciting to discover around every corner.

It was wonderful to see so many children filled with curiosity and wonder as they explored the gardens and deepened their understanding of the natural world. Throughout the visit, they represented Windmill Hill Academy brilliantly, demonstrating excellent behaviour, enthusiasm and a real eagerness to learn.

A huge thank you to the staff and volunteers who helped make this memorable experience possible. 🌱🌸

🍦 A huge thank you to the Friends of WHA for organising Kelly’s of Bodmin Ice cream van in the playground after school t...
20/07/2026

🍦 A huge thank you to the Friends of WHA for organising Kelly’s of Bodmin Ice cream van in the playground after school today! We hope you all enjoyed them!

As a special treat following their Leavers’ Assembly, each of our Year 6 pupils was gifted an ice cream to celebrate their hard work.

20/07/2026

Join us this summer for the Cornwall Reading Challenge – Extraordinary Explorers with a programme of family activities and events to celebrate reading, creativity and exploration.

Tuesday 21 July | 10.00am
Bounce & Rhyme End of Term Party followed by Duplo Stay & Play at 10.30am. Join us for a fun-filled morning of favourite rhymes, songs and celebration before the group returns on Tuesday 8 September.

Friday 24 July | 10.30am–12.00pm
Create your own garden creature using air-dry clay.

LEGO weekend Friday 2-4pm and Saturday 10-12.

Tuesday 28 July
Launceston Steam Railway trip (£6.50 per person, under 3s free). Meet at the station. Library card required to qualify for the reduced price .Only for the 10.15am and 11.00am departures.

Wednesday 29 July | 10.30am–12.00pm
Binoculars and compass craft.

LEGO weekend Friday 31st 2-4pm and Saturday 1st 10-12.

Tuesday 4 August | 10.00am–12.00pm
Free face painting with Jodie May. Optional charges apply for hair braiding and extensions.

Wednesday 5 August | 10.30am–12.00pm
Bracelet and bead-making workshop.

LEGO weekend Friday 7th August 2-4pm and Saturday 8th 10-12.

( No poetry group 14th August)
LEGO weekend Friday 14th 2-4pm and Saturday 15th August 10-12.

Tuesday 18 August | 2.30–3.30pm
‘Noah’s Ark’ Messy Church session.

Wednesday 19 August | 10.30–11.30am
Poetry and creative writing & mini zine workshop with Emily Harrison in partnership with the Causley Trust.

Friday 21st -Hard of Hearing Support Group
(Third Friday of each month) 10.00–11.00am.

LEGO weekend Friday 21st August 2-4pm and Saturday 22nd 10-12.

Tuesday 25 August | Launceston Town Hall. (Not in the library)
11.00–11.45am – Rhymes and Songs (0–5 years)
11.45am–12.30pm – Scarf Juggling Workshop (5–15 years)

LEGO weekend Friday 28th August 2-4pm and Saturday 29th 10-12.

Friday 4 September | 10.30am–12.00pm
Hot air balloon craft activity.

LEGO weekend Friday 4th September 2-4pm and Saturday 5th 10-12.

Friday 11th September - Poetry Writing Group with Jane Holland
No meeting in August. 2.00–4.00pm.

LEGO weekend Friday 11th September 2-4pm and Saturday 12th 10-12.

Saturday 12 September | 10.00am–1.00pm
Final day of the Cornwall Reading Challenge – make sure you’ve completed your challenge and collected your rewards.

Regular Activities
Adult Art Group- continues every Wednesday, 10.30am–12.30pm

Crafty Companions- continues every Tuesday, 1.30–3.00pm – a friendly peer group to learn, share ideas and enjoy crafting together.

Creative Writing Group- First Tuesday of each month (currently full).

Hard of Hearing Support Group- continues monthly -Third Friday of each month, 10.00–11.00am.

Term-Time Groups
Bounce & Rhyme and Duplo Stay & Play returns on Tuesday 8 September.

Games Group returns Wednesday 9 September.
Cornwall Libraries Launceston Town Council

🏆 Celebrating Excellence at Windmill Hill Academy! 🏆On Friday, we held our annual Trophy Assembly, where we celebrated p...
19/07/2026

🏆 Celebrating Excellence at Windmill Hill Academy! 🏆

On Friday, we held our annual Trophy Assembly, where we celebrated pupils who have consistently gone above and beyond throughout the year.

A wide range of awards were presented, recognising achievements in academic progress, mathematics, writing, sport, citizenship, the creative arts and music. We also presented special awards for outstanding athletic achievement, positive role modelling, and our highly regarded Pupil of the Year awards.

The selection process is always incredibly difficult, with many deserving nominations from staff. The pupils who received trophies were recognised for their dedication, perseverance, attitude to learning and embodiment of our school values throughout the year.

All trophy winners have taken their trophies home for the summer holidays to share with family and friends. We kindly ask that trophies are returned at the start of the Autumn Term.

We are immensely proud of all of our pupils and their achievements this year. Congratulations to our trophy winners and well done to everyone for another fantastic year at Windmill Hill Academy! 🌟👏🏆

🌟 Rockerfella & Cinderella – A Celebration of Courage, Talent and Heart 🌟What an incredible journey our production of Ro...
19/07/2026

🌟 Rockerfella & Cinderella – A Celebration of Courage, Talent and Heart 🌟

What an incredible journey our production of Rockerfella & Cinderella has been!

Over the past few weeks, our children have amazed us with their talent, creativity, determination and growing confidence. Learning lines, songs, dances, stage positions and cues in such a short space of time is no easy task, yet they embraced every challenge with enthusiasm, positivity and plenty of smiles.

The children worked hard to create props, bring their characters to life and, with the wonderful support of their families, organise their costumes. What made this production even more special was that there wasn’t a large team behind the scenes taking care of every detail. So much of what happened was driven by the children’s own excitement, commitment and genuine love of performing. Their passion for drama shone through every rehearsal and every moment on stage.

Each child brought something unique to the performance. Whether singing, acting, dancing, narrating or performing as part of the ensemble, every contribution helped create something truly magical. Watching them grow in confidence, encourage one another and perform with such joy has been an absolute privilege.

It takes real courage to step onto a stage and perform in front of a full audience. To remember lines, sing with confidence and believe in yourself while so many people are watching is something many adults would find daunting. Yet our children did exactly that. They demonstrated bravery, resilience, teamwork and determination throughout, and they should all be incredibly proud of themselves.

No production is ever completely perfect—and that’s exactly what makes live theatre so special. What mattered most was that every child gave their very best. They poured their hearts into every scene, every song and every dance. Their enthusiasm, commitment and enjoyment shone far brighter than any small mistakes ever could.

We are immensely proud of every single child. They entertained us, inspired us and reminded us of the magic that happens when children believe in themselves. What we witnessed wasn’t just a school production; it was a group of young people discovering their talents, supporting one another and finding the confidence to shine.

⭐ Well done to our amazing cast of Rockerfella & Cinderella! Your talent, courage, enthusiasm and dedication made us all so proud. You stepped onto that stage, gave it everything you had and created memories that will last a lifetime. You were absolutely brilliant! ⭐

❤️ A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful families for your unwavering support, encouragement and help with costumes. Your partnership and enthusiasm helped make this fantastic production possible, and we are so grateful.

🌟 A very special and heartfelt thank you to Miss Hazuchova for leading the production with such passion, creativity and unwavering dedication. The countless hours spent planning, rehearsing, encouraging and inspiring our children did not go unnoticed. Your commitment, enthusiasm and belief in every child helped make this production the incredible success it was. We are incredibly grateful for everything you have done to give our children such a memorable experience.

🎭 Congratulations to everyone involved—you truly were stars! 🌟

Our wonderful Friends of WHA have kindly arranged for a Kelly’s Ice Cream van to visit after school tomorrow (Monday). T...
19/07/2026

Our wonderful Friends of WHA have kindly arranged for a Kelly’s Ice Cream van to visit after school tomorrow (Monday). The van will be parked on the playground, and families are welcome to purchase ice creams after school. Both cash and card payments are accepted.

Please note that parents/carers are responsible for checking ingredients to ensure they are suitable for any allergies or intolerances.

We are also delighted that Kelly’s Ice Cream have agreed to donate a percentage of their takings back to our Friends of WHA, helping to fund additional enrichment opportunities and resources for our children.

As a special treat, we will be gifting each of our Year 6 pupils an ice cream after their Leavers’ Assembly to celebrate the end of their primary school journey. They will be given a card each so they are easily identifiable.

A big thank you to our Friends of WHA and Kelly’s Ice Cream for their support. We hope many of you are able to enjoy a sweet treat after school tomorrow! 🍦😊

🌟 Royal Mail ‘World Class Letters’ Competition 🌟The Friends of WHA recently shared this fantastic competition with us, a...
12/07/2026

🌟 Royal Mail ‘World Class Letters’ Competition 🌟

The Friends of WHA recently shared this fantastic competition with us, and we wanted to pass it on to our families.

Royal Mail is inviting children to write a letter of support to either the England men’s national football team or to their favourite player. Children can share why they love football, a favourite football memory, or simply send a message of encouragement. Every letter entered will also be included in a prize draw, with 10 schools or sports clubs winning £1,500 towards sports kit.

This is a wonderful opportunity for children to practise their writing skills with a real-life purpose while being creative and having fun.

If your child would like to take part, please ensure their letter includes:

📮 Child’s full name
📮 School name and address:

Windmill Hill Academy
Windmill Hill
Launceston
Cornwall
PL15 9AE

✅ There is no need to provide an envelope – the school will provide these and send all entries together.

Please return completed letters to the school office by Monday 20th July, and we will organise posting them on your behalf.

Letters can be addressed to:

⚽ FREEPOST WORLD CLASS LETTERS – ENGLAND

No stamp is required.

For more information and downloadable templates, visit the Royal Mail World Class Letters page: https://www.royalmail.com/worldclassletters?fbclid=IwY2xjawTAunpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBsckJ5V2R0RjBqUHhNQjM3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuD4IzTT2tEorP-zsg31ViwVHDc84wW7nZuqCUnejH6H7b7psxKwnn9BqzMb_aem_8TVenASUJsBw0WWwCNCPNQ

Good luck – we can't wait to see the wonderful letters our pupils create! ✍️📮⚽🌟

12/07/2026

We are looking forward to welcoming Year 6 students to college tomorrow and Tuesday for their transition days.

As the uniform adjustments for our students have been extended, Year 6 students are also welcome to wear their usual school PE kit or a mixture of school uniform and PE kit if they wish.

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Windmill Hill Academy
Launceston
PL159AE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

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