Year 7
It’s my time,
It’s my place,
It’s my destiny.
It is with great pride and excitement that I introduce myself as the Achievement Team Leader for our new Year 7 cohort at Cecil Jones Academy. I feel truly honoured to welcome your child to our school community as they begin this exciting new chapter of their educational journey.
Starting secondary school is a big step, and while it may feel a little daunting at first, please
be assured that your child will be fully supported every step of the way. Our caring and
experienced Year Care Team, along with our dedicated team of form tutors and myself, are
here to help each student settle in, grow in confidence, and flourish both academically and
personally.
Parents play a vital role in their child’s success by offering consistent support and
encouragement. One of the most effective ways they can help is by being involved in their
child’s education: setting aside time each day to assist with homework, discussing what was
learned in school, and encouraging regular reading at home. Creating a positive and
structured environment helps children stay focused and motivated. When parents show
interest in their child’s academic progress and celebrate their efforts, it builds confidence and
fosters a lifelong love of learning.
A strong start is the key to a successful first year, and good attendance and punctuality play a
huge role in that. Being present and prepared each day builds routines, supports learning, and
sets students up to make the most of all the opportunities that school life has to offer. To give
some perspective: 90% attendance means missing 20 school days, equivalent to around 100
lessons! Every lesson counts, and each one is a chance to learn, grow, and earn valuable
achievement points.
Our Year 7 Achievement Programme encourages students to earn Positive Achievement
Points for:
- Producing high-quality work
- Completing exceptional homework
- Showing respect and kindness to others
- Demonstrating good manners and behaviour
- Being on time and ready to learn
These points contribute towards a range of exciting rewards, including certificates, positive
phone calls home, prize raffles, and even trips! We aim to foster a fun, motivating, and
rewarding environment for all our students.
We also know that a strong partnership between home and school is essential. We are
committed to open and ongoing communication with you throughout the year. Your
involvement in monitoring homework, checking planners, and encouraging positive routines makes a real difference. Together, we can ensure that your child enjoys a successful and
fulfilling Year 7.
At Cecil Jones Academy, our students are proud to follow our school motto: “In the right
place, at the right time, doing the right thing.” This simple but powerful statement
underpins our shared values of respect, responsibility, and resilience.
As your child’s Achievement Team Leader, I am here to champion their progress and ensure
that every student feels seen, supported, and celebrated. You’ll see me every day, working
alongside the team to maintain our high expectations and help your child thrive in our warm
and inclusive school community.
I am genuinely looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you. Let’s work
together to make this a memorable, successful, and joyful school year filled with learning,
growth, and friendship.
If you have any questions or concerns at any point, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with
your child’s Form Tutor, Mr Bell (ATL), or Miss Costello (YCT). We are always here to
help.
Warmest regards,
Mr K. Bell
Year 7 Achievement Team Leader
