Our intention during this uncertain time when schools are closed for the majority of students is to ensure that we provide those who are at home with a continuing education.

Students have been learning from this article in tutor times this week and we would like to encourage parents to talk with their children about this article too.

We have now been instructed by the Government to close the school to almost all children starting on Monday 23rd March, until further notice. As advised by the Government, we will do all we can to stay open for the children of key workers (e.g. NHS staff, emergency services, school staff, delivery workers, supermarket and […]

Based upon current levels of staff absence due to self-isolation and illness, I have reluctantly taken the decision that we can no longer safely keep the school open to all students.

I am writing to you again today to ensure that there is clarity amongst parents and students about the government guidance regarding self-isolation, updated yesterday. Most common symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are recent onset of: new continuous cough and/or high temperature Guidance from the government is that ‘for anyone exhibiting symptoms, however mild, then all […]

Dear parents, As we are all now very concerned about the next few months and the impact of the Coronavirus on everyday life, I would like to assure you that as a school we are following all of the government guidance and outline some of the changes we have made today in response to last […]

Schools and colleges are being advised against all overseas trips for children under 18 until further notice. This is one of the latest measures announced as part of the Government’s coronavirus response.

Jaimie was nominated by her Head of House to join Mrs Hardingham and Mrs Holness for this week’s Hot Chocolate Friday! Well done Jaimie!

Mrs Wisbey, our brilliant Senior Leader for Personal Development and Director of Performance, was asked to share some top tips for developing an innovative curriculum. Read the full article (and watch the video!) on the link below. https://www.tes.com/news/watch-5-ways-schools-can-boost-creativity

Following recognition as the ‘Creative School of the Year’ in 2019, Amy Gibbons, a TES journalist, visited ALNS to find out what all the fuss is about. Here is her article published on 4th March 2020. https://www.tes.com/news/if-youre-creative-you-can-always-avoid-exclusions

Freddie, Ruby and Isabella were invited to represent their House at this week’s Hot Choc Friday! Well done to all students!

A small group of Year 11 students were taken on a tour of the #alnsexpansion site, with more tours planned.