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Weekly Academy Update | 21st–25th September 2026 | Week 4
Week 4: Strengthening Our Academy Community
Mides Elite Academy has completed its fourth week of the 2026–2027 academic year. With students and staff now well into the new term, the focus has continued to move from settling into routines towards establishing strong, consistent habits for the year ahead.
Students across Years 7–11 have continued to develop their confidence, independence and understanding of academy expectations. Classrooms have remained focused on learning, while students have been encouraged to take greater responsibility for their organisation, behaviour and progress.
â–¶ Week 4 in focus
- Students continuing to establish strong routines.
- Academic learning becoming increasingly established.
- Year 7 students developing greater confidence.
- KS4 students strengthening their academic focus.
- Staff continuing to monitor progress and engagement.
- Students encouraged to demonstrate responsibility and independence.
Academic Progress Across the Academy
Lessons this week have continued to develop the knowledge and skills students need for the academic year. Teachers have been building on the foundations established during the opening weeks and encouraging students to produce work that reflects their individual ability.
Students are being reminded that progress is achieved through consistent effort. Completing work carefully, participating in lessons, responding to feedback and developing good study habits will remain important throughout the year.
â–¶ Learning priorities
- Maintain concentration during lessons.
- Complete classwork carefully and consistently.
- Ask questions when additional support is needed.
- Respond positively to teacher feedback.
- Develop stronger independent learning habits.
- Take responsibility for academic progress.
English, Mathematics and Science
Core learning continues to develop across English, Mathematics and Science. Students are building subject knowledge while also developing the wider skills needed to communicate ideas, solve problems, reason effectively and apply their understanding.
Teachers are continuing to identify areas where students are progressing well and areas where further practice may be beneficial. Students are encouraged to use mistakes as opportunities to improve their understanding.
â–¶ Core subject focus
- English: Reading, writing, vocabulary and communication.
- Mathematics: Accuracy, reasoning and problem solving.
- Science: Knowledge, investigation and scientific explanation.
- Students are encouraged to explain their thinking clearly.
- Feedback is being used to support continued improvement.
Year 7: Growing in Confidence
Our Year 7 students have now completed their first full month of secondary education. The transition into academy life continues to develop positively as students become more familiar with their classrooms, teachers, timetable and daily routines.
Year 7A and Year 7B are continuing to build strong form-group identities while becoming increasingly confident members of the wider Mides Elite Academy community. Students are being encouraged to become organised, respectful and independent.
â–¶ Year 7 development
- Increasing confidence around the academy.
- Greater familiarity with the timetable.
- Improved organisation between lessons.
- Developing positive relationships with teachers and peers.
- Building independence with homework and equipment.
- Understanding the expectations of secondary education.
KS4: Building Strong Academic Habits
Year 10 and Year 11 students continue to build the habits that will support them throughout their KS4 journey. Students are being encouraged to take lessons seriously, maintain organised notes and make effective use of independent study.
The academy is continuing to emphasise that examination preparation is not limited to examination season. Strong knowledge, consistent practice and effective study habits are developed throughout the academic year.
â–¶ KS4 priorities
- Maintain strong classroom focus.
- Complete homework and independent study.
- Keep learning materials organised.
- Review previous learning regularly.
- Act on teacher feedback.
- Ask for support when necessary.
Attendance and Punctuality
Attendance and punctuality remain central to the academy's expectations. Students are reminded that being present and arriving on time allows them to access the full learning experience and avoid missing important instructions or classroom activities.
Students should continue to take responsibility for arriving at the academy on time, moving promptly between lessons and attending every lesson unless there is an authorised reason for absence.
â–¶ Attendance expectations
- Arrive at the academy on time each day.
- Be prepared before lessons begin.
- Move promptly between classrooms.
- Attend every lesson wherever possible.
- Follow the correct process when absence is unavoidable.
Behaviour, Respect and Responsibility
Week 4 has continued to reinforce the importance of positive behaviour across the academy. Students are expected to show respect to staff, classmates and visitors while maintaining high standards in classrooms and shared spaces.
Responsibility remains an important part of academy life. Students are expected to understand that their individual choices contribute to the wider environment of Mides Elite Academy.
â–¶ Our shared standards
- Respect others.
- Follow reasonable instructions.
- Use appropriate language and conduct.
- Look after academy property.
- Move safely around the academy.
- Take responsibility for personal choices.
Homework and Independent Study
Homework and independent study continue to form an important part of students' academic development. Students should ensure that work is completed to a good standard and submitted within the required timeframe.
Beyond completing assigned homework, students are encouraged to review their learning, practise challenging topics and prepare themselves for future lessons and assessments.
â–¶ Becoming an independent learner
- Complete homework on time.
- Review learning regularly.
- Practise areas that require improvement.
- Keep books and digital resources organised.
- Prepare for lessons in advance.
- Ask teachers for support when needed.
Mybor and Digital Learning
Mybor continues to support the organisation of academy information and digital learning. Students are encouraged to remain familiar with the systems available to them and to check relevant information regularly.
Digital responsibility remains equally important. Students should protect their accounts, use academy systems appropriately and report any technical difficulties through the correct channels.
â–¶ Digital responsibility
- Keep login information private.
- Use academy platforms appropriately.
- Check relevant digital information regularly.
- Complete online work responsibly.
- Report technical issues when they occur.
Student Leadership and Academy Community
Student leadership continues to contribute to the positive culture of Mides Elite Academy. Students are encouraged to recognise that leadership can be demonstrated through everyday actions, not only through formal positions.
Showing kindness, supporting others, taking responsibility and setting a positive example are all ways students can contribute to the academy community.
â–¶ Leadership in action
- Support other students.
- Demonstrate respectful behaviour.
- Take responsibility for actions.
- Help maintain a positive environment.
- Show initiative when appropriate.
- Set a positive example for others.
Preparing for the Weeks Ahead
As September draws towards a close, Mides Elite Academy is continuing to establish the foundations for a successful academic year. The routines introduced during the opening weeks are becoming increasingly familiar, allowing students and staff to concentrate even more strongly on teaching, learning and progress.
The weeks ahead will provide further opportunities for students to demonstrate what they can achieve. Everyone is encouraged to remain focused, consistent and positive as we continue through the autumn term.
Four weeks into the new academic year, our focus remains simple: learn well, work hard, respect others and take responsibility. Every student has the opportunity to make progress and contribute positively to the Mides Elite Academy community.
â–¶ Looking ahead
- Continue strong attendance and punctuality.
- Maintain high academic expectations.
- Strengthen independent learning habits.
- Continue supporting Year 7 transition.
- Maintain positive behaviour and respect.
- Continue developing student leadership.
- Prepare for the next stage of the autumn term.
Motto: Aspire to Achieve
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Weekly Academy Update | 21st–25th September 2026 | Week 4
Week 4: Strengthening Our Academy Community
Mides Elite Academy has completed its fourth week of the 2026–2027 academic year. With students and staff now well into the new term, the focus has continued to move from settling into routines towards establishing strong, consistent habits for the year ahead.
Students across Years 7–11 have continued to develop their confidence, independence and understanding of academy expectations. Classrooms have remained focused on learning, while students have been encouraged to take greater responsibility for their organisation, behaviour and progress.
â–¶ Week 4 in focus
- Students continuing to establish strong routines.
- Academic learning becoming increasingly established.
- Year 7 students developing greater confidence.
- KS4 students strengthening their academic focus.
- Staff continuing to monitor progress and engagement.
- Students encouraged to demonstrate responsibility and independence.
Academic Progress Across the Academy
Lessons this week have continued to develop the knowledge and skills students need for the academic year. Teachers have been building on the foundations established during the opening weeks and encouraging students to produce work that reflects their individual ability.
Students are being reminded that progress is achieved through consistent effort. Completing work carefully, participating in lessons, responding to feedback and developing good study habits will remain important throughout the year.
â–¶ Learning priorities
- Maintain concentration during lessons.
- Complete classwork carefully and consistently.
- Ask questions when additional support is needed.
- Respond positively to teacher feedback.
- Develop stronger independent learning habits.
- Take responsibility for academic progress.
English, Mathematics and Science
Core learning continues to develop across English, Mathematics and Science. Students are building subject knowledge while also developing the wider skills needed to communicate ideas, solve problems, reason effectively and apply their understanding.
Teachers are continuing to identify areas where students are progressing well and areas where further practice may be beneficial. Students are encouraged to use mistakes as opportunities to improve their understanding.
â–¶ Core subject focus
- English: Reading, writing, vocabulary and communication.
- Mathematics: Accuracy, reasoning and problem solving.
- Science: Knowledge, investigation and scientific explanation.
- Students are encouraged to explain their thinking clearly.
- Feedback is being used to support continued improvement.
Year 7: Growing in Confidence
Our Year 7 students have now completed their first full month of secondary education. The transition into academy life continues to develop positively as students become more familiar with their classrooms, teachers, timetable and daily routines.
Year 7A and Year 7B are continuing to build strong form-group identities while becoming increasingly confident members of the wider Mides Elite Academy community. Students are being encouraged to become organised, respectful and independent.
â–¶ Year 7 development
- Increasing confidence around the academy.
- Greater familiarity with the timetable.
- Improved organisation between lessons.
- Developing positive relationships with teachers and peers.
- Building independence with homework and equipment.
- Understanding the expectations of secondary education.
KS4: Building Strong Academic Habits
Year 10 and Year 11 students continue to build the habits that will support them throughout their KS4 journey. Students are being encouraged to take lessons seriously, maintain organised notes and make effective use of independent study.
The academy is continuing to emphasise that examination preparation is not limited to examination season. Strong knowledge, consistent practice and effective study habits are developed throughout the academic year.
â–¶ KS4 priorities
- Maintain strong classroom focus.
- Complete homework and independent study.
- Keep learning materials organised.
- Review previous learning regularly.
- Act on teacher feedback.
- Ask for support when necessary.
Attendance and Punctuality
Attendance and punctuality remain central to the academy's expectations. Students are reminded that being present and arriving on time allows them to access the full learning experience and avoid missing important instructions or classroom activities.
Students should continue to take responsibility for arriving at the academy on time, moving promptly between lessons and attending every lesson unless there is an authorised reason for absence.
â–¶ Attendance expectations
- Arrive at the academy on time each day.
- Be prepared before lessons begin.
- Move promptly between classrooms.
- Attend every lesson wherever possible.
- Follow the correct process when absence is unavoidable.
Behaviour, Respect and Responsibility
Week 4 has continued to reinforce the importance of positive behaviour across the academy. Students are expected to show respect to staff, classmates and visitors while maintaining high standards in classrooms and shared spaces.
Responsibility remains an important part of academy life. Students are expected to understand that their individual choices contribute to the wider environment of Mides Elite Academy.
â–¶ Our shared standards
- Respect others.
- Follow reasonable instructions.
- Use appropriate language and conduct.
- Look after academy property.
- Move safely around the academy.
- Take responsibility for personal choices.
Homework and Independent Study
Homework and independent study continue to form an important part of students' academic development. Students should ensure that work is completed to a good standard and submitted within the required timeframe.
Beyond completing assigned homework, students are encouraged to review their learning, practise challenging topics and prepare themselves for future lessons and assessments.
â–¶ Becoming an independent learner
- Complete homework on time.
- Review learning regularly.
- Practise areas that require improvement.
- Keep books and digital resources organised.
- Prepare for lessons in advance.
- Ask teachers for support when needed.
Mybor and Digital Learning
Mybor continues to support the organisation of academy information and digital learning. Students are encouraged to remain familiar with the systems available to them and to check relevant information regularly.
Digital responsibility remains equally important. Students should protect their accounts, use academy systems appropriately and report any technical difficulties through the correct channels.
â–¶ Digital responsibility
- Keep login information private.
- Use academy platforms appropriately.
- Check relevant digital information regularly.
- Complete online work responsibly.
- Report technical issues when they occur.
Student Leadership and Academy Community
Student leadership continues to contribute to the positive culture of Mides Elite Academy. Students are encouraged to recognise that leadership can be demonstrated through everyday actions, not only through formal positions.
Showing kindness, supporting others, taking responsibility and setting a positive example are all ways students can contribute to the academy community.
â–¶ Leadership in action
- Support other students.
- Demonstrate respectful behaviour.
- Take responsibility for actions.
- Help maintain a positive environment.
- Show initiative when appropriate.
- Set a positive example for others.
Preparing for the Weeks Ahead
As September draws towards a close, Mides Elite Academy is continuing to establish the foundations for a successful academic year. The routines introduced during the opening weeks are becoming increasingly familiar, allowing students and staff to concentrate even more strongly on teaching, learning and progress.
The weeks ahead will provide further opportunities for students to demonstrate what they can achieve. Everyone is encouraged to remain focused, consistent and positive as we continue through the autumn term.
Four weeks into the new academic year, our focus remains simple: learn well, work hard, respect others and take responsibility. Every student has the opportunity to make progress and contribute positively to the Mides Elite Academy community.
â–¶ Looking ahead
- Continue strong attendance and punctuality.
- Maintain high academic expectations.
- Strengthen independent learning habits.
- Continue supporting Year 7 transition.
- Maintain positive behaviour and respect.
- Continue developing student leadership.
- Prepare for the next stage of the autumn term.
Motto: Aspire to Achieve
