Year 8

WELCOME TO YEAR 8

We are delighted to welcome you back as our new Year 8 cohort. Having completed your first year at Loxford, you are now moving into the next stage of your secondary school journey. Year 8 is a time to build on the solid foundations established in Year 7 and to continue developing the maturity, independence and resilience that will prepare you for the years ahead.

This year, you will face new challenges and opportunities. With the support of your teachers, tutor, Year Care Team (YCT) and Achievement Team Leader (ATL), you will continue to grow both academically and personally. We encourage you to take greater responsibility for your learning, to set high standards for yourself, and to make the most of everything Loxford has to offer.

Secondary school provides you with a broad curriculum, subject specialists, and a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. Year 8 is a chance to deepen your knowledge, explore your interests, and push yourself further. We want you to stay inquisitive, resilient and empathetic, while developing the skills and habits that will help you succeed.

Mr Prunty, the Achievement Team Leader, will continue to oversee the learning and progress of the year group, while Ms. Taal will be focused on student’s welfare and behaviour. Alongside your tutor, they are here to guide and support you as you continue your journey through Loxford.

All students are expected to uphold the school Code of Conduct by being “in the right place, at the right time, doing the right thing”. High standards of behaviour, punctuality, attendance, and effort will be essential to ensuring your success this year. Homework will continue to play a vital role in consolidating your learning, and we ask that parents and carers support you by checking and signing your planner each week.

• Students will come to school on time every day to join in tutor activities and lessons; outstanding punctuality and attendance are linked to outstanding achievement.
• Students will conduct themselves in line with the school’s behaviour guidelines and participate fully in their education.
• Students will come to school with the correct equipment for the day.
• Students will be properly dressed according to the uniform policy, unless there are exceptional circumstances, in which case please contact the school.
• All homework will be completed to the best of their ability and will be handed in on time.

As you begin Year 8, I hope you will embrace the challenges ahead with positivity and determination. Work hard, stay focused, and take full advantage of every opportunity available to you. Together, let us make Year 8 a successful, enjoyable and memorable year for all.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any concerns or queries about your child’s progress.

Mr Prunty (ATL) or Ms. Taal (YCT).

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