St. Mary's Catholic Academy, Leek

27/08/2026

Returning to school after a break can be a significant adjustment for children and young people, particularly when routines, concentration and social confidence need time to rebuild.

Our latest guide supports families, carers and education professionals with practical ways to make the transition smoother.

The guide explores:
• Restoring sleep and morning routines gradually
• Creating predictability through clear expectations
• Preparing school essentials in advance
• Encouraging responsibility in age-appropriate ways
• Supporting healthy nutrition, wellbeing and self-regulation
• Reconnecting with learning, friendships and familiar routines

With expert insight from Adam Gillett, Associate Vice Principal for Personal Development at Pen*stone Grammar School, this resource offers supportive ideas to help children return to school feeling more confident and prepared.

Access the guide: https://vist.ly/5g6hq

15/07/2026

Gaming is a huge part of many young people's lives, but some online features can blur the line between gaming and gambling in ways that aren't always obvious.

Our latest guide explains what skin betting is, why it's becoming more common, and how parents, carers and educators can help children stay safe online.

The guide covers:

• What skin betting is and how it works
• Why virtual in-game items can have real-world value
• The risks of unregulated third-party platforms
• Social pressure and influencer promotion
• Warning signs to look out for
• Practical steps to reduce the risks through conversations and parental controls

By understanding how skin betting works, trusted adults can spot potential risks early and help young people make safer choices online.

Read the guide here: https://vist.ly/5b9j8

12/07/2026

05/07/2026

Best of luck Isabella! 🏊‍♀️

Everyone at Leek ASC would like to wish Isabella, Oscar and Eloise the very best of luck as they represent Staffordshire at the Three-Counties Championship at Sandwell today. 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

29/06/2026

Reception, Year One and Year Two have had a great visit to Bewilderwood today! We’ve had magical adventures, explored, climbed mazes and adventure trails, slid down some amazing slides and rode brilliant zip lines!

27/06/2026

Yesterday, these two brilliant young people represented St Mary’s at the annual Birmingham Diocese Education Conference by singing in the St Gabriel the Archangel choir. They had to be up super early to travel to Coventry. We are so proud of you both! St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust. BDES Don Bosco House

26/06/2026

💙⚽ TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE ⚽💙

Hi everyone,

My name is Neil, and I’ve had the privilege of working with ASM Sports for 11 years and DNA FC for the past 5 years.

In May 2025, my partner Joanne was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) after experiencing symptoms for several months. MND is a devastating disease that has completely changed our lives and the lives of our families.

Today, Joanne faces incredible challenges every day, including:

🔹 No mobility
🔹 No ability to speak
🔹 Communication through eye-gaze technology
🔹 Assisted breathing via a tracheostomy
🔹 Oxygen support on certain days
🔹 Regular chest infections, including pneumonia
🔹 Receiving food and fluids through a PEG tube
🔹 Significant complications affecting her heart, intestines and stomach
🔹 Episodes of dangerously high blood pressure and heart rate

Throughout this journey, the MND Association has provided our family with outstanding support. They are helping to fund Joanne’s care home placement, where she receives specialist care, including a dedicated 1-to-1 nurse who assists with her breathing, cough management and essential daily care.

As a family, we want to give something back to this amazing charity that has helped us so much.

⚽ CHARITY FOOTBALL MATCH ⚽

ASM Sports 🆚 DNA FC

📅 Sunday 26th July 2026
⏰ Kick-off: 2:30pm
📍 Venue: Leek Town FC - F. Ball Community Stadium - Harrison Park, Macclesfield Rd, Leek ST13 8LD

🎟 Entry Prices:
👨 Adults (18+) - £5
👦 Juniors (Under 18) - £2

🚪 Spectators can arrive from 2:00pm onwards.

💙 Every penny raised through admission fees, raffle tickets and cake sales will be donated directly to the MND Association.

Whether you can attend, share this post, or simply help spread the word, your support means the world to us.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and for your continued support.

https://gofund.me/c52ccee8c

⚽💛🖤💙🥅

25/06/2026

Freddy says 'HOORAY!' Our brilliant Year One children have all passed their phonics check! school. St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust

25/06/2026

Parents and guardians,

In order to keep the children safe and well
throughout the hot weather, please can you ensure that your child has:

☀️a water bottle
☀️they are wearing Suncream.
☀️a cap/sun hat

Thank you for your support.