The Oak Tree Academy

AI-generated content, cloned voices, deepfake videos and fabricated screenshots are making it harder for young people to recognise what is genuine online.

Our latest guide supports parents, carers and educators in helping children build the confidence and critical thinking skills needed to question digital content.

The guide explores:
• How AI-generated content and deepfakes can appear convincing
• Why familiar voices, polished presentation and repeated claims should not automatically be trusted
• Risks linked to fake accounts, impersonation and misinformation
• The importance of source-checking and verifying messages through another route
• How adults can respond when harmful or deceptive content targets a child

With clear, practical advice, this resource helps adults strengthen digital literacy and support safer, more informed online experiences.

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

We have 2 vacancies : breakfast club assistant and lunchtime supervisor. Please share with anyone you think may be suitable. Please follow the link on our website.

We’re hiring! Join the team at Oak Tree Academy, Stockton On Tees.

We are looking for a Lunchtime Supervisor to join our Academy.

⏳ Closing date: 29 August 2026
👉 Ready to apply? Click here: https://ow.ly/J4Lb50ZrfJm

We have a vacancy for a breakfast club assistant. Please follow the link to apply: https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/202774?aisId=12&rmId=3361

Spending time outdoors can play an important role in children’s wellbeing, learning, confidence and development.

However, busy routines, safety concerns and limited access to outdoor space can make it harder for families, schools and carers to prioritise time in nature.

Our latest guide shares simple, practical ideas to help children reconnect with the natural world, including:
• Noticing wildlife during everyday routines
• Taking familiar activities outside
• Creating mini adventures
• Growing plants or building nature at home
• Using technology to identify birdsong, insects and wildlife
• Supporting older children with independence and sensible risk-taking

With realistic ideas for all ages, the guide helps make outdoor time feel accessible, enjoyable and worthwhile.

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

Morrisons Cafés are offering a FREE Kellogg’s breakfast for both children and adults throughout the summer holidays (29 June – 6 September).

🥣 Choice of Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies
🍎 Includes a piece of fruit
💚 One free breakfast per person, per day

Simply ask for a “Kellogg’s Breakfast” at the till. See the image below for full details.

We have a vacancy for a lunchtime supervisor. If you are interested, please follow the link to apply: https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/applicationform/jobpost/202475?rmId=3361&aisId=12

Happy Retirement, Mrs. Garbutt.

A massive thank you and warmest wishes from everyone at The Oak Tree Academy! After 22 incredible years of being an amazing teaching assistant, you have touched so many lives in the most wonderful ways. You will be deeply missed, but we wish you all the joy and relaxation you deserve in your well-earned retirement.
With love from all of us at The Oak Tree Academy xx

Happy graduation to all our children moving from nursery to Reception this September - you are all so wonderful and we can’t wait to see you for full days. Please see tapestry for more photos.

Enjoy your summer year 6!