The Heights Academy

👋 Parents & Carers – join us on 25 March
SEND Support & Training will be at The Heights at 1.30pm for a Parent Carer Engagement Session.
Come along to ask questions and learn more about:
• Preparation for Adulthood
• What happens when pupils move into Year 10
☕ Refreshments available.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Red Nose Day – Tomorrow! ✨🔴

Tomorrow, Friday 20th March, we’ll be supporting Red Nose Day at The Heights Academy.

Pupils are invited to come to school in non-uniform, and if they would like to, they can wear something red to mark the occasion.

Red Nose Day is a great opportunity to come together, have fun and support a fantastic cause. We’re looking forward to seeing lots of red across the school! 😊

Visit our Just Giving page if you'd like to make a donation: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rnd26-the-heights-academy-80015d98-17f7-4a02-bb80-946f00e8e399?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

✨ Neurodiversity Celebration Week at The Heights Academy

This week, we are recognising Neurodiversity Celebration Week, taking time to learn more about the different ways people think, learn and experience the world.

Across the school, students will be exploring neurodiversity through discussions in lessons, with some groups also taking part in activities to build understanding and celebrate individuality.

At The Heights, we are proud to be an inclusive community where every student is valued, supported and encouraged to be themselves. 💙

📢 Parent Carer Engagement Session – 25 March
We’re pleased to welcome SEND Support & Training (SPVC) into school on Wednesday 25th March.
During the day they will be:
👩‍🎓 Meeting with Year 8 & 9 students at 11.30am to gather pupil voice about their experiences and future aspirations.
☕ Hosting a Parent Carer Engagement Session at 1.30pm at The Heights, where parents and carers can:
• Ask questions about SEND support
• Learn about Preparation for Adulthood
• Understand what happens in Year 10 and beyond
This is a great opportunity to connect, share experiences, and access support.
📍 The Heights
🕜 1.30pm
☕ Tea, coffee and biscuits provided
We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you Birmingham City FC Foundation for the opportunity to meet Ethan Laird and Brad Mayo yesterday!

We loved everyone's World Book Day outfits today! 📖💚

World Book Day at The Heights ✨📚
We’re looking forward to celebrating World Book Day together tomorrow!
Pupils and staff are invited to come dressed as their favourite book character or in comfy clothes/pyjamas — whatever helps them enjoy a good story.
Throughout the day, students will take part in a range of World Book Day activities designed to celebrate reading, imagination and the joy that stories bring.
We can’t wait to see the creativity on display and share our love of books across the school community! 📖🌟

It's Children's Mental Health Week 💙
Pupils at The Heights Academy are taking part in activities linked to ‘This Is My Place’, helping them reflect on belonging, kindness and feeling welcome in school.

During Children’s Mental Health Week, pupils at The Heights Academy will be exploring what helps them feel welcome, included and supported. 💙

From creative activities to reflective discussions, pupils will be sharing their voices and learning how small acts of kindness and connection can help everyone feel that they belong.
Because when children feel they have a place, they’re better able to thrive — emotionally, socially and academically.




https://youtu.be/tPhAn0qACck?si=7av459bceJaXTSgc

The Heights staff and their families enjoying a well earned snow break after a busy morning of online work and training!

We hope you have all had fun in the snow too! ❄️⛄

📢 Important Notice for Parents and Carers

Due to Storm Goretti, school will be closed tomorrow.

🌨️ Weather update:
An amber warning is in place with heavy snow, strong winds, and icy conditions expected. Travel is likely to be dangerous and disrupted.

Please avoid unnecessary travel and keep safe over the weekend. We’ll share further updates as needed.