Cambridge Park Academy

Week 2 at The Animal Academy! Our KS3 students returned for their second session at Cambridge Parks 6th Form's Animal Academy, and they continue to amaze us with their enthusiasm and confidence! This week, the focus began with health checks for the guinea pigs. Students carefully weighed them and checked various parts of their bodies to make sure they were healthy and in top condition. Their gentle handling and growing understanding of animal care shone through. The group then moved on to feeding the rats, where they practised their cutting skills to prepare appropriate food. They learned about the types of food rats can safely eat and why a varied diet is important for their wellbeing. The students loved getting involved and showed great care and curiosity. Next up was a special moment with Spyro, the bearded dragon! Students had the chance to feed him and let him stretch his legs, giving them another opportunity to step outside their comfort zones and interact with a totally different kind of animal. Once again, they conquered their fears, supported each other, and embraced every activity with enthusiasm. Their confidence is growing week by week, and it's wonderful to see. Already excited for Session 3!

WINTER OLYMPIC Themed PE Our KS3 pupils have been exploring the upcoming Winter Olympics as part of their Throw Prepare Catch learning theme. They participated in five themed events working as a team to complete each challenge.

Duke of Edinburgh Our silver group have this week spent time working on their cooking skills, getting creative with making pizzas. Well done to all pupils involved in the cooking sessions.

Post-16 Independent Living As part of their independent living learning, our Post-16 students have been developing their understanding of post. They planned and wrote letters to their friends, addressed envelopes, added stamps, and then posted them. It was great to see our amazing students take responsibility for posting their own letters.

Parent/Carers of CPA only ..... We only have 6 spaces left! The South Bank SEND Sleep Workshop is coming to CPA! The highly experienced trained sleep practitioner is here to offer you guidance and strategies to address your child's sleep issues. They recognise that parents often feel overwhelmed, exhausted and not sure what to try next. They provide a non-judgmental service where they recognise the struggles parents and carers face when dealing with children's sleep problems. They know that children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) might face unique sleep difficulties, from difficulty falling asleep to frequent night-time awakenings, they are here to address it all. Their goal is to empower you so that you feel confident in helping your child or young person to sleep better, whilst also offering you the support and tools you need to manage sleep challenges as a family. Click the link to book:

Elm class have had a busy afternoon with role play. We recreated a check in and security scene learning all about what happens when we go to an airport. #timetofly #arewenearlythereyet @

The Eco Ambassadors have been looking at how school can become greener! We thought about what we could recycle in school. The Eco Ambassadors have decided that we should recycle paper, pens and batteries.

This week we have been learning about road safety in Hazel class. We practiced crossing the road safely. Always remember to: Stop. Look and listen. Walk carefully across.

CPA invites you to a workshop on Deputyship & Lasting Powers of Attorneywhat turning 18 means for your child. Book: https://forms.office.com/e/DDRJf1qTUu This is an amazing opportunity and vital for those parents/ carers with children in year 9 and above! Of course, you can never be too prepared tho and all parents/ carers are more than welcome, and still encouraged to attend. Click the link for further details Iain and Hayley

Orion class have been busy exploring how we keep ourselves healthy over the last couple of weeks. This week we enjoyed investigating personal hygiene, with lots of sensory exploration. We also really enjoyed taste testing different fruits and kept active in our outdoor gym and on community visits.

A Fantastic Start for Our KS3 Students! Yesterday marked Week 1 of the 6week programme at Cambridge Parks 6th Form's Animal Academy, and what a brilliant start it was! Our three KS3 students began their journey by meeting all the animalssome even pushed past their fears and got stuck in straight away. Watching their confidence grow in just one session was incredible! A huge well done to the students for their enthusiasm, bravery, and positive attitudes. And an equally massive thank you to the amazing staff at the 6th Form for welcoming us and giving our young people such a valuable opportunity. We can't wait to see what the next five weeks bring!

Electricity practical work in Yew Class. We tested a variety of conductors and used them to custom make our own switches.