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#FundraisingFebruary is here and this week this week our Student Voice Charity Committee will be organising different events including bake sales, fundraising stalls, lunchtime karaoke and competitions.
#fundraising #OutwoodOutThere
#fundraising #OutwoodOutThere
February 10, 2026 at 7:58 AM
#FundraisingFebruary is here and this week this week our Student Voice Charity Committee will be organising different events including bake sales, fundraising stalls, lunchtime karaoke and competitions.
#fundraising #OutwoodOutThere
#fundraising #OutwoodOutThere
#Year11 we are looking forward to sharing #toptips with you tomorrow at our #RevisionFestival
Come along for #resrouces #revisiontips and #food!
Come along for #resrouces #revisiontips and #food!
February 9, 2026 at 12:58 PM
#Year11 we are looking forward to sharing #toptips with you tomorrow at our #RevisionFestival
Come along for #resrouces #revisiontips and #food!
Come along for #resrouces #revisiontips and #food!
We are very much looking forward to sharing certificates and treats with students at break for their #brilliant #ProudThursday work this week 😊
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#Proud #Praise #PraiseCulture
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#Proud #Praise #PraiseCulture
Proud Thursday 5 February 2026
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February 5, 2026 at 9:15 AM
We are very much looking forward to sharing certificates and treats with students at break for their #brilliant #ProudThursday work this week 😊
youtu.be/lLv5oSFKOJM
#Proud #Praise #PraiseCulture
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#Proud #Praise #PraiseCulture
Barnsley College have events next week themed around apprenticeships including two Year 11 Apprenticeship Information Evenings for current Year 11s and their families to go along to find out more. These will be on 10 and 11 February at 3:45pm at the Old Mill Lane campus.
February 3, 2026 at 10:52 AM
Barnsley College have events next week themed around apprenticeships including two Year 11 Apprenticeship Information Evenings for current Year 11s and their families to go along to find out more. These will be on 10 and 11 February at 3:45pm at the Old Mill Lane campus.
We blinked & missed it! January is almost done & with it, our last #ProudThursday of the month!
A huge thank you to students for being so engaged in their learning, recent visitors to the academy have been so impressed by the climate for learning.
We are so #Proud of you 😊💜
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A huge thank you to students for being so engaged in their learning, recent visitors to the academy have been so impressed by the climate for learning.
We are so #Proud of you 😊💜
youtu.be/JGwEvcReNtA
Proud Thursday 29 January 2026
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January 29, 2026 at 2:57 PM
We blinked & missed it! January is almost done & with it, our last #ProudThursday of the month!
A huge thank you to students for being so engaged in their learning, recent visitors to the academy have been so impressed by the climate for learning.
We are so #Proud of you 😊💜
youtu.be/JGwEvcReNtA
A huge thank you to students for being so engaged in their learning, recent visitors to the academy have been so impressed by the climate for learning.
We are so #Proud of you 😊💜
youtu.be/JGwEvcReNtA
We are pleased to share that we have successfully been designated with UCL Centre for Holocaust Education Beacon School status.
We have created scheme of learning for students that is ambitious and grapples with the historical significance of the #Holocaust.
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We have created scheme of learning for students that is ambitious and grapples with the historical significance of the #Holocaust.
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January 28, 2026 at 7:34 AM
We are pleased to share that we have successfully been designated with UCL Centre for Holocaust Education Beacon School status.
We have created scheme of learning for students that is ambitious and grapples with the historical significance of the #Holocaust.
bsky.app/profile/uclh...
We have created scheme of learning for students that is ambitious and grapples with the historical significance of the #Holocaust.
bsky.app/profile/uclh...
A bit of a delay in sharing this with you since we returned in January!
Please access the latest edition of our newsletter at:
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Please access the latest edition of our newsletter at:
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January 2026 OAS Newsletter
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January 26, 2026 at 12:50 PM
A bit of a delay in sharing this with you since we returned in January!
Please access the latest edition of our newsletter at:
outwoodshaftonnewsletter.my.canva.site/oa-shafton-n...
Please access the latest edition of our newsletter at:
outwoodshaftonnewsletter.my.canva.site/oa-shafton-n...
#Dexter now has company! We are very thrilled to receive #BigDexter, our IQM Award big brother bear wearing his IQM #FlagshipSchool status award t-shirt!
These two guys are going to be visiting our #inclusion classrooms this week to get to know some new faces!
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These two guys are going to be visiting our #inclusion classrooms this week to get to know some new faces!
bsky.app/profile/iqma...
January 26, 2026 at 12:39 PM
#Dexter now has company! We are very thrilled to receive #BigDexter, our IQM Award big brother bear wearing his IQM #FlagshipSchool status award t-shirt!
These two guys are going to be visiting our #inclusion classrooms this week to get to know some new faces!
bsky.app/profile/iqma...
These two guys are going to be visiting our #inclusion classrooms this week to get to know some new faces!
bsky.app/profile/iqma...
A little bit late in the day this week but we are very happy to share our #ProudThursday work with you!
Brilliant work, as ever, from students this week. We are beyond #proud of students for their commitment to #learning
#studentpraise #StudentSuccess
youtu.be/MlZHJhNsGBU
Brilliant work, as ever, from students this week. We are beyond #proud of students for their commitment to #learning
#studentpraise #StudentSuccess
youtu.be/MlZHJhNsGBU
Proud Thursday 22 January 2026
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January 22, 2026 at 3:34 PM
A little bit late in the day this week but we are very happy to share our #ProudThursday work with you!
Brilliant work, as ever, from students this week. We are beyond #proud of students for their commitment to #learning
#studentpraise #StudentSuccess
youtu.be/MlZHJhNsGBU
Brilliant work, as ever, from students this week. We are beyond #proud of students for their commitment to #learning
#studentpraise #StudentSuccess
youtu.be/MlZHJhNsGBU
Launched this week with our Year 11 #Geographers and #Historians!
The 10% #challenge!
Students are encouraged to complete homework, revision and attend enrichment to help them to achieve a 10% improvement on their November mock. Each student will know whether they are completing 4+, 5+ or 7+.
The 10% #challenge!
Students are encouraged to complete homework, revision and attend enrichment to help them to achieve a 10% improvement on their November mock. Each student will know whether they are completing 4+, 5+ or 7+.
January 22, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Launched this week with our Year 11 #Geographers and #Historians!
The 10% #challenge!
Students are encouraged to complete homework, revision and attend enrichment to help them to achieve a 10% improvement on their November mock. Each student will know whether they are completing 4+, 5+ or 7+.
The 10% #challenge!
Students are encouraged to complete homework, revision and attend enrichment to help them to achieve a 10% improvement on their November mock. Each student will know whether they are completing 4+, 5+ or 7+.
Come along to this FREE tree planting event for families at Royston Playground in Cudworth, Barnsley on Sunday 25th January. No experience necessary, equipment and refreshments provided.
Book your free tickets here: www.tickettailor.com/events/kidsp...
This event is organised by Kids Plant Trees.
Book your free tickets here: www.tickettailor.com/events/kidsp...
This event is organised by Kids Plant Trees.
January 20, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Come along to this FREE tree planting event for families at Royston Playground in Cudworth, Barnsley on Sunday 25th January. No experience necessary, equipment and refreshments provided.
Book your free tickets here: www.tickettailor.com/events/kidsp...
This event is organised by Kids Plant Trees.
Book your free tickets here: www.tickettailor.com/events/kidsp...
This event is organised by Kids Plant Trees.
#Year11 you are off to a flying start with our #100DaysofLit challenge - a great way for you to get a head start with revision for every single text!
January 20, 2026 at 9:42 AM
#Year11 you are off to a flying start with our #100DaysofLit challenge - a great way for you to get a head start with revision for every single text!
Today sees the launch of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust #100DaysofMaths and #100DaysofLit challenges for Year 11 students.
Five questions for Lit and Maths will be released every day on Google Classroom for students to get a head start on their #revision.
Five questions for Lit and Maths will be released every day on Google Classroom for students to get a head start on their #revision.
January 19, 2026 at 8:53 AM
Today sees the launch of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust #100DaysofMaths and #100DaysofLit challenges for Year 11 students.
Five questions for Lit and Maths will be released every day on Google Classroom for students to get a head start on their #revision.
Five questions for Lit and Maths will be released every day on Google Classroom for students to get a head start on their #revision.
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💜 Fancy a career in teaching? 💜
Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for a career change, we’ll help you navigate your next steps into the classroom at our upcoming information evening!
🗓️ 3rd Feb
⏰ 6.00pm - 7.30pm
📍 DN6 7EQ
Register to attend here:
🔗 buff.ly/k5OdQfV
Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for a career change, we’ll help you navigate your next steps into the classroom at our upcoming information evening!
🗓️ 3rd Feb
⏰ 6.00pm - 7.30pm
📍 DN6 7EQ
Register to attend here:
🔗 buff.ly/k5OdQfV
January 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM
💜 Fancy a career in teaching? 💜
Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for a career change, we’ll help you navigate your next steps into the classroom at our upcoming information evening!
🗓️ 3rd Feb
⏰ 6.00pm - 7.30pm
📍 DN6 7EQ
Register to attend here:
🔗 buff.ly/k5OdQfV
Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for a career change, we’ll help you navigate your next steps into the classroom at our upcoming information evening!
🗓️ 3rd Feb
⏰ 6.00pm - 7.30pm
📍 DN6 7EQ
Register to attend here:
🔗 buff.ly/k5OdQfV
We are very pleased to share our first #ProudThursday of 2026 with you!
#proud #studentpraise #praiseculture
youtu.be/p207lqz-YP0
#proud #studentpraise #praiseculture
youtu.be/p207lqz-YP0
Proud Thursday 15 January 2025
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January 15, 2026 at 2:37 PM
We are very pleased to share our first #ProudThursday of 2026 with you!
#proud #studentpraise #praiseculture
youtu.be/p207lqz-YP0
#proud #studentpraise #praiseculture
youtu.be/p207lqz-YP0
We are very excited about our student socialisation station!
Students can collect work, books, games and laptops to access online learning platforms to use at break and lunchtimes. It is brilliant to see students so engaged!
Students can collect work, books, games and laptops to access online learning platforms to use at break and lunchtimes. It is brilliant to see students so engaged!
January 13, 2026 at 2:23 PM
We are very excited about our student socialisation station!
Students can collect work, books, games and laptops to access online learning platforms to use at break and lunchtimes. It is brilliant to see students so engaged!
Students can collect work, books, games and laptops to access online learning platforms to use at break and lunchtimes. It is brilliant to see students so engaged!
Is my child too ill for school? – a useful resource to help parents decide when children should stay at home.
www.nhs.uk/live-well/is...
www.nhs.uk/live-well/is...
Is my child too ill for school?
Find out when it's best to keep your sick child at home and when it's OK to send them to school or nursery.
www.nhs.uk
January 12, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Is my child too ill for school? – a useful resource to help parents decide when children should stay at home.
www.nhs.uk/live-well/is...
www.nhs.uk/live-well/is...
The Children's Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza, has written a guide for parents and carers on managing children's digital lives. You can access the guide and other resources using the link below:
www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/resource/wha...
www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/resource/wha...
'What I wish my parents or carers knew…': A guide for parents and carers on managing children’s digital lives | Children's Commissioner for England
Parenting today can feel overwhelming — especially when childhood looks so different from what we grew up with. There’s no manual, and it can be hard to
www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk
January 7, 2026 at 12:07 PM
The Children's Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza, has written a guide for parents and carers on managing children's digital lives. You can access the guide and other resources using the link below:
www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/resource/wha...
www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/resource/wha...
A website to help Y8 to Y11 students and parents/carers find out about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in schools is now available for parents and carers to access.
hpvinform.com
hpvinform.com
Home - HPV Inform
The HPV Inform website has information and helpful resources for young people, parents/carers, and professionals. In this website you can find out more about: What HPV is and the different illnesses i...
hpvinform.com
January 6, 2026 at 10:49 AM
A website to help Y8 to Y11 students and parents/carers find out about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in schools is now available for parents and carers to access.
hpvinform.com
hpvinform.com
A reminder for families that our Year 9 Guided Pathways evening will take place on Thursday 15 January 5 - 6:30pm.
A great opportunity for you to speak to subject teachers & our Careers Advisor.
The evening will start with a presentation in the Lecture Theatre at 5pm.
A great opportunity for you to speak to subject teachers & our Careers Advisor.
The evening will start with a presentation in the Lecture Theatre at 5pm.
January 6, 2026 at 10:21 AM
A reminder for families that our Year 9 Guided Pathways evening will take place on Thursday 15 January 5 - 6:30pm.
A great opportunity for you to speak to subject teachers & our Careers Advisor.
The evening will start with a presentation in the Lecture Theatre at 5pm.
A great opportunity for you to speak to subject teachers & our Careers Advisor.
The evening will start with a presentation in the Lecture Theatre at 5pm.
It was lovely to welcome students and staff back to the academy yesterday.
A busy day for everyone getting used to new timetables, the new school day and a new Reception!
A busy day for everyone getting used to new timetables, the new school day and a new Reception!
a cartoon of snoopy dancing with the words welcome back
ALT: a cartoon of snoopy dancing with the words welcome back
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January 6, 2026 at 8:07 AM
It was lovely to welcome students and staff back to the academy yesterday.
A busy day for everyone getting used to new timetables, the new school day and a new Reception!
A busy day for everyone getting used to new timetables, the new school day and a new Reception!
Christmas jumper and lunch day! 🌲
December 19, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Christmas jumper and lunch day! 🌲
A few more pics from our Christmas lunch and jumper day and a few more to come! 🌲
December 19, 2025 at 12:16 PM
A few more pics from our Christmas lunch and jumper day and a few more to come! 🌲
We had a fantastic time celebrating with students this week as they received their latest #PraisingStars reports. A huge well done to all students and an extra well done to these #superstars ⭐️
December 19, 2025 at 8:58 AM
We had a fantastic time celebrating with students this week as they received their latest #PraisingStars reports. A huge well done to all students and an extra well done to these #superstars ⭐️
We have had such a lovely last week of term. Without doubt, one of our most favourite days is Christmas lunch and jumper day. A huge thanks to our catering team and a shout out to Mr Bray for helping them!
#HappyChristmas
#HappyChristmas
December 19, 2025 at 8:54 AM
We have had such a lovely last week of term. Without doubt, one of our most favourite days is Christmas lunch and jumper day. A huge thanks to our catering team and a shout out to Mr Bray for helping them!
#HappyChristmas
#HappyChristmas