Distance Learning - Year 10
Published 29/04/20
Please see below a letter from the Principal, regarding Distance Learning for Year 10 learners.
Latest News
- Read More
- Read More
The Link Academy Newsletter - Spring 2020
Published 29/04/20Please click the link below to download our latest school newsletter:
- Read More
COVID-19: Temporary Extension of Free School Meals Eligibility
Published 28/04/20During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Government are temporarily extending the offer of free school meals to include families who have no recourse to public funds and if you are not already receiving FSM.
Your child may temporarily qualify for free school meals if your family has an income of less than £7,400 a year income AFTER tax, that means that you take home less than £616.00 a month.
Your income can be through working full or part time, or any of the benefit payments. It may be that you are on low income, recently lost your job or had reduced hours. It may be due to you not being entitled to benefits due to an investigation. No matter what reason, if you are taking home less than £616 a month in total for all adults within your home, and
- If you are granted Leave to Remain as a ‘Zambrano' carer (the legal guardian or direct parent) but you are not a British Citizen, you are the primary carer of a child who is a British Citizen, and that there are no other members of the of family in the UK or the EEA who could look after the child.
- If you are granted Leave to Remain under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights in respect of your rights to a private and family life. Evidence could include a letter from the Home Office granting you leave to remain, or a biometric residence card.
- If you are supported under Section 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act, your child may also temporarily qualify for free school meals. Evidence could include a letter from the Home Office or local authority confirming Section 4 support, and should be dated within the last six months.
- With exception of those receiving support under Section 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, you must also be earning less than £7,400 per year after tax.
Further information about the temporary extension for people with no recourse to public funds is available on: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-free-school-meals-guidance/guidance-for-the-temporary-extension-of-free-school-meals-eligibility-to-nrpf-groups
Please complete this application form if you are in one of the following categories and would like to apply for free school meals during the temporary extension:
To fill in this form, all applicants should complete:
- part 1 and 2;
- the relevant section for their category in parts 3-5; and
- part 6, apart from those receiving support under section 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
When completed, please ensure that you have agreed the declaration at the end of the application.
- Read More
Live Lessons - Principal Vodcast
Published 16/04/20LEARNERS please listen to the Principal Vodcast which explains next weeks 'live lessons' and changes to distance learning on SMHW!
- Read More
Free e-book access
Published 15/04/20To help learners continue learning while the schools are closed, Pearson are giving learners free access to their e-books for KS3 and GCSE student books.
Follow the link below and look for the free e-book section. You'll need to accept the licence agreement, then you can view student books online.
Read MoreChester Zoo - Virtual Tour
Published 09/04/20Another great activity for our learners to get involved with over the Easter Holidays!
Since you can’t go to the zoo right now, Chester Zoo are bringing the ZOO to YOU!
They are opening their VIRTUAL GATES for the THIRD time!
On Friday 10 April, you are invited to JOIN THE FUN, as they take you on virtual tour of the zoo for a whole day of ANIMAL ANTICS, fun facts, and exclusive behind the scenes knowledge from their AMAZING zoo keeper team!
10:00 – 10:20 | Tree kangaroos (yes, that’s right, kangaroos that live in trees!)
11:00 – 11:20 | Asiatic lions
12:00 – 12:20 | Komodo dragons (the world’s largest lizards)
13:00 – 13:20 | Lemurs of Madagascar
14:00 – 14:20 | Mr Parson’s the chameleon (star of The Secret Life of the Zoo)
15:00 – 15:20 | NEW penguin chicks- Read More
Year 11 Exams Update
Published 23/03/20Please see the below letter for Year 11 learners with a quick update in regards to their examinations.
- Read More
COVID-19 UPDATE
Published 18/03/20Re: Dudley Academies Trust's response to the Prime Minister's announcement on Wednesday 18th March 2020 at 17.00: School closure from Monday 23rd March 2020.
The academy will be open on Thursday 19th March and Friday 20th March for learners in all year groups. The same guidance applies that has been issued with regard to Covid- 19: Learners should not attend if they have a dry, persistent cough or a temperature, or if a member of the family has those symptoms. If learners are a member of a vulnerable group, they should also remain at home.
With regard to the Prime Minister's announcement at 17.15 on Wednesday 18th March at 2020, guidance will be issued tomorrow. The Trust will ensure that children of 'front line' workers and learners in vulnerable groups are provided for in accordance with the Department for Education's requirements.
Jo Higgins
Chief Executive.
- Read More
Coronavirus Update (COVID-19) 18/03/2020
Published 18/03/20Please note all updates regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) including Principal Podcasts, Chief Executive updates and links to the most up to date guidance can be found on the COVID-19 updates tab. For Distance Learning materials please visit the Curriculum tab.
In the event of making the decision to close, or to partially close the academy to one or more year groups, we will make every effort to inform you on the day before by sending a text message at the end of the school day. We will also work with you should this decision present challenges for your childcare. If this is the case, please contact us as soon as you receive our closure message or first thing the following morning.
Read MoreLearning Platforms
Published 13/03/20Please see the below for a quick guide on how to reset your password for the learning platforms available at The Link Academy. If you require any assistance logging on to RM Unify please email [email protected] or see your IC- Read More
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Update (13 March 2020)
Published 13/03/20UPDATE: Until we receive direction from Public Health England, The Link Academy will be open as normal. Please continue to check the academy website and other forms of social media for updates.
UPDATE (13 March 2020)
Please see below a letter which has been distributed to learners today in relation to the Covid-19 virus.
- Read More
Coronavirus Update
Published 27/02/20This is a rapidly evolving situation where information is being gathered and assessed daily by Public Health England.
Today the Department for Education have launched a new helpline to answer questions about COVID-19 related to education. Staff, parents and young people can contact the helpline as follows:
Phone: 0800 046 8687 Email: [email protected]
Opening hours: 8am to 6pm (Monday to Friday)
No school should close in response to a suspected (or confirmed) COVID-19 case unless directed to do so by Public Health England.
We know that you may have concerns or questions about the current outbreak of Coronavirus. We want to reassure you that we are working hard to ensure everyone at our academies are safe.
Any action taken will be under the guidance of the Government. Information and guidance can be found on the Governments website below: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-information-for-the-public
We will continue to keep you updated via our websites if any new information becomes available. Your co-operation in this matter is greatly appreciated.
Advice for parents/carers
At present, it is unlikely that you or your child will catch the Coronavirus in the Dudley borough.
How serious is the coronavirus?
- The infection is mild for most people, including children. Older people, and people with pre-existing medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, and heart disease) may be at higher risk of more serious illness.
- Most people get better with enough rest, and plenty to eat and drink.
How likely are you to catch the virus?
- The chance of being in contact with the virus is currently low in the UK.
- You can only catch it if you have been close to a person who has the virus (less than 2 metres for more than 15 minutes).
- If you and/or your child has returned from Wuhan city and Hubei Province in China, Iran, Republic of Korea including the areas of Daegu or Cheongdo, or any Northern Italian town under containment measures, you should stay at home and do not attend education or work for 14 days. Call NHS 111 for further advice.
- If you and/or your child has travelled to one of the following countries: Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Northern Italy, Japan, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand or Vietnam in the last 14 days and are unwell with flu like symptoms you should stay at home and call NHS 111.
- If the risk increases in other countries or regions, it will be updated on this website https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-information-for-the-public
- If you haven’t been close to anyone with confirmed COVID-19 or haven’t been to any of the places above or mentioned on the government website, you are fine to carry on as normal.
What you and your children can do to stop the spread of coughs and sneezes
- Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, use a tissue when possible.
- Throw away dirty tissues promptly and carefully.
- Clean hard surfaces (such as door handles) frequently using a normal cleaning product.
- Most important of all, wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
- If your child is unwell keep them at home until they are better.
For further information visit www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19
News Feeds
You can subscribe to a feed of the latest news items, using the link below. Subscribing to this news feed is free and will keep you up-to-date with the latest news stories that have been posted.To subscribe, simply right-click on the link below, click "copy shortcut" and then paste the URL into your feed reader software.
Subscribe via RSS (Latest News)