Year 8
It’s My Time. It’s My Place. It’s My Destiny.
Year 8 Vision Statement
I am incredibly excited to continue my journey as Head of Year 8 and to build on the outstanding achievements of our students. As we reflect on the incredible progress made since Year 7, it is clear that this year group has embraced every opportunity to grow, succeed, and challenge themselves.
Together, we have celebrated remarkable milestones. For the first time, students have reached the prestigious Silver Badge recognition, demonstrating their commitment to excellence. We have also celebrated students achieving success on a national stage, including winning a national mathematics competition—an achievement that reflects the talent, determination, and ambition within our year group.
At Cecil Jones Academy, we are proud of students who demonstrate our core values every day. Our vision is to continue developing young people who are knowledgeable and engaged in every lesson, who show respect to staff, peers, and the wider community, who are resilient when faced with challenges and never give up, and who lead with kindness, integrity, and compassion.
A key part of our vision is strengthening the partnership between home and school. The bond between parents, carers, and teachers is fundamental to every child’s success. When we work together, communicate openly, and support one another, we create the best possible environment for our young people to flourish. Our children are more than capable of achieving their dreams and aspirations, and by continuing to be actively involved in their journey, we can inspire them to believe in themselves, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.
As we continue through Year 8, we will keep pushing boundaries, raising aspirations, and striving for excellence in everything we do. Every challenge is an opportunity to grow, every success is a stepping stone to even greater achievement, and every student has the potential to make a positive difference.
I look forward to another successful year as we continue to build resilience, break through boundaries, celebrate achievement, and strengthen the relationships that make our school community so special. Together, as students, families, and staff, we will ensure every child is supported to become the very best version of themselves.
Together, we will continue to achieve, inspire, and succeed—because this is our time, our place, and our destiny.
ATL Mr Bell YCT Miss Costello
