Ken Stimpson Academy

Today is Teacher Appreciation Day, and we'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of our staff, teaching and non-teaching, for their hard work and dedication.

As part of our Kick Start Kindness month, we have been encouraging staff and students to recognise one another through our Caught Being Kind initiative. These moments help us highlight the positive contributions everyone makes to the school.

If you or your child would like to show appreciation for a student or staff member, you can do so via this form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/BaqEc968Am

We are seeking an ambitious and forward-thinking Enrichment and Careers Lead to help shape the future of our students. Join our team at an pivotal time of national education reform and make a tangible impact on our school's careers provision.

View the full job description and apply here: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149236/EDV-2026-KSA-75708

[Closing date: Friday 26th June 2026]

We are looking to appoint a part-time HLTA who wants to join an experienced, supportive, and committed team of like-minded colleagues, and make a real difference to our young people.

For more details visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149236/EDV-2026-KSA-27555

[Closing date: Monday 22nd June 2026]

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: Students have completed their week sailing and are just leaving Portsmouth.

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: The weather was against us yesterday, with heavy rain and strong winds. So we spent the day in port instead! We filled our time with a 5K run/3K walk, a visit to the RNLI, cake making, pirate games, a wedding and a scavenger hunt! A great day was had by all!

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: We had a great day sailing yesterday. Despite a sunny start, things turned tricky with wind, rain and hail! The crew rose to the challenge and we arrived back in Cowes safely. Afterwards, we enjoyed a brilliant spaghetti bolognese dinner prepared by the students.

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: We had a great day sailing from Cowes yesterday, arriving in Lymington for our next stop.

We're busy getting ready for tomorrow's Showcase and Opportunities afternoon here at Ken Stimpson Academy!

Students, parents, and carers from Years 4, 5, and 6 are invited to come into our school and get a taste of some of the fantastic opportunities we have available.

There's still time to book if you would like to attend. Visit our website: https://www.kenstimpson.org.uk/opportunities-afternoon

We will be greeting everyone at the gates at 3:30pm and can't wait to see you all!

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: Everyone arrived safely in Cowes yesterday evening and enjoyed a delicious meal of fajita's cooked by the students.

𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: Our latest Tall Ships crew has arrived safely and is all set to sail to Cowes!