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27/03/25

Primary sport: It has been a fantastic season for the Y6A netball team! Finishing their last match with a 9-3 win against St Bernadette. Player of the match went to Dan O. We couldn’t be prouder of the team pic.twitter.com/zkyzg1wm8G

26/03/25

Primary sport: a fantastic evening for the year 6 netballers against strong teams. 6A won 9-3 player of the match went to Ruhi M and 6B won 5-0 player of the match went to Charlotte T. Well done all 👏 pic.twitter.com/NzNmiDt9kw

13/03/25

Primary Sport: what a fantastic evening for primary netball against . The Y4s won 9-1(PM- Cora S),Y5Y won 6-0 (PM- Ella S) Y5G drew 3-3 (PM- Zachary E) and Y6B missed out 0-5 (PM- Myah P) Fantastic to see so many students enjoying competitive matches pic.twitter.com/vIqJ1FMotq

11/03/25

A fantastic morning back in our workshops at pic.twitter.com/MNZ4jswEsI

10/03/25

Year 5 enjoying their breaks between their workshops 🏓⚽️ pic.twitter.com/K7ZhUsSroS

10/03/25

Year 5 have arrived safely ready for the day ahead- we will keep you updated over the next few days 🕺🎭🎶🎨 pic.twitter.com/JJl73wxlyu

06/03/25

A great season rounded off with a brilliant performance today for our Year 6 A team, who now finish 2nd in the league. Some great football being played with 2 goals from Fred! They finish 2 points behind 1st, and 10 points clear of 3rd! pic.twitter.com/Ie71ehh5Ba

06/03/25

Year 2 Yellow Class have gone all out with their World Book Day costumes. Check out our instagram for more updates of the day sra_stalbans pic.twitter.com/51S5RK6vcv

05/03/25

Year 5 and Year 7 had the opportunity to do some shared reading as part of English week. It was lovely to see such enthusiasm about reading 📚📖 pic.twitter.com/yNmObiw5sj

05/03/25

This morning we had a fantastic production from the Ollie Foundation of Peachy and Me, which celebrates the importance of friendship, connection and self-belief 🤩 pic.twitter.com/iOosTua9lJ

04/03/25

Reception have loved having pancakes today 🥞🍌 pic.twitter.com/SIOawzcyrN

04/03/25

Definitely a highlight of the trip- handling the animals 🐌🦗 pic.twitter.com/QrySFClVad

04/03/25

Year 4 are now exploring animals and their skeletons 🦴 pic.twitter.com/krJx1Ul12p

04/03/25

Good morning ☀️ Year 4 are up and smiling and ready for Day 2 at pic.twitter.com/4fHLRZ1PKp

03/03/25

Nothing better than songs and marshmallows around the campfire 🔥 🏕️ pic.twitter.com/kjoJNwbkEp

03/03/25

Definitely enjoying the sunshine ☀️ pic.twitter.com/iZ44gIQJiG

03/03/25

Year 4 have also loved exploring the forest 🌳☀️ pic.twitter.com/NkB3MQ4TRA

03/03/25

Year 4 have had a fantastic day so far taking part in team games! pic.twitter.com/JkZ7NrChV7

03/03/25

Year 4 are extremely excited to be heading to for the next two days 🐝⛺️🔥🌳 pic.twitter.com/2VkpP4yqXc

03/03/25

Wishing all students, teachers, and families observing Ramadan a peaceful and blessed month. May this time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring you joy and strength. pic.twitter.com/94PgB3RH8i

28/02/25

Our annual T&L conference is underway! We are all so excited about exploring the use of Artificial Intelligence and how we can use it to enhance our classrooms 🤖#AIInspireSRA pic.twitter.com/fI5lrcxaxS

25/02/25

Over the last two days Year 6 have taken part in a workshop delivered by Mr Fothergill to celebrate LGBT History Month 🏳️‍🌈 pic.twitter.com/9kEsVMB0Lq

14/02/25

Year 2 have been having great fun making motivational speech videos on iMovie. They have been learning about Sir David Attenborough and climate change and have been so enthusiastic. This links to their English learning and Geography topic of famous people. pic.twitter.com/WefckdLCOL

14/02/25

Year 4 have been creating valentines/ Chinese New Year themed decorations today ❤️🧧🐍 pic.twitter.com/KX1cS7HRTv

13/02/25

Reception had a brilliant time at the St Albans Fire Station this afternoon 🚒🧯🧑‍🚒 It was great to meet some real life heroes similar to the ones they have been learning about this half term. pic.twitter.com/CNl5SqVUiI

Sixth Form Induction 2025

This section contains all of the information for students joining us in the Sixth Form in September. Please read through the documents carefully as they contain important information about life in our Sixth Form.

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Sixth Form Handbook 2025-2026

The Sixth Form Handbook covers all aspects of Sixth Form life at Samuel Ryder Academy. Year 11 students coming into Sixth Form and their parents and carers should familiarise themselves with the information included, even you if have been associated with the school previously.

It is designed to be a helpful reference document for the duration a student is in Sixth Form.

Sixth Form Handbook 2025

 

Dress Code

Sixth Form Dress Code - Years 12 and 13

Samuel Ryder Academy Sixth Form students are expected to lead by example and present a smart appearance at all times. The Sixth Form dress code reflects a smart office wear standard, and the expectations are as follows:

Required Dress:

  • A suit with matching tailored trousers, skirt, or dress
  • A collared shirt with a tie, or a blouse/smart office-style top
  • Smart shoes (no excessively high heels)
  • Sixth Form lanyard

The Following Items Are Not Permitted:

  • Short skirts or dresses, ‘bodycon’ skirts, shorts, or leggings
  • Trainers, plimsolls, casual shoes, or open-toed footwear
  • Vest tops or tops that expose the midriff
  • Hooded tops (hoodies) at any time

Hair, Appearance, and Jewellery

  • Hairstyles must be appropriate for a smart office environment. Extreme styles are not permitted.
  • We respect and value cultural and ethnic diversity in appearance, in line with the Halo Code.
  • Hair must be of a natural colour. Patterns, tramlines, or shaved designs in hair or eyebrows are not allowed.
  • If worn short, hair should have a gradual fade (not stepped) and must not be a Grade 0 at any point. Uniform short hair must be no shorter than a Grade 2.
  • Ear spacers, bars, spikes, and nasal septum piercings are not allowed.
  • A jacket must be worn at all times around the school site, except in the Sixth Form Learning Centre. Jackets are also required for assemblies and other formal occasions.

Any student who does not meet the dress code will be sanctioned in line with the school’s behaviour policy and may be sent home to address their appearance.

Students must maintain the same high standards of dress when attending lessons or activities at partner consortium schools.

PE Kit – All Sixth Form Students

  • Neutral-coloured sportswear
  • Trainers
  • Football boots (for football sessions)

Sports Academy Students

On days when students have Sports Academy commitments, the following items are permitted:

  • Samuel Ryder Academy Rugby or Netball Academy tracksuits or official training kit
  • Trainers

Please note: Non-Academy sportswear is not permitted on Sports Academy days.

iPad Contribution 2025-2026

We see iPads as a powerful tool to enrich and enhance learning across the Sixth Form. Their effective use supports greater efficiency, deeper understanding, and stronger engagement, particularly through improved access to resources, enhanced retrieval practice, collaborative learning, and more dynamic lesson delivery.

iPads allow students to access a wide range of subject-specific apps, digital resources, and media. This enables more personalised, creative, and collaborative learning. They also support independent study, streamline communication, and ensure quick distribution of materials. This efficiency frees up time in lessons for discussion, reflection, and deeper learning.

Ultimately, iPads help prepare students for higher education and the modern workplace, while supporting high quality learning in the present.

As part of our transformational 21st century learning toolkit, all Sixth Form students are expected to use an iPad and have the opportunity to borrow a school device for an annual contribution of £60.00. Students are expected to bring their iPad to school each day and use it as part of their daily learning.

The £60.00 contribution is due for the 2025 to 2026 academic year.
Payment will be available on MCAS (MyChildAtSchool) from Wednesday 3 September 2025, after students collect their new iPad on their first day back.

Payment must be made by Friday 12 September 2025.
As we are a cashless school, payments can only be made via MCAS.

If you require an activation code for MCAS (Bromcom), a password reset, or have any other queries regarding payment, please contact the School Finance Office.

For assistance, please email:

sra-finance@scholareducationtrust.co.uk

Sixth Form Locker Hire 2025–2026

The school encourages all Sixth Form students to hire a locker during their time in Sixth Form to ensure that personal items and study materials can be stored securely. Lockers are essential if you do not wish to carry all your items to and from school each day.

Folders, books, and other belongings should be stored in lockers and not left in the Sixth Form study area to ensure their safekeeping. Please note that the Sixth Form Centre is often used by others after school hours, and all personal items must be locked away at the end of each day.

The cost to hire a locker for the full two-year period is £10.00.
Payment must be made via MCAS (MyChildAtSchool) by Friday, 12th September 2025.

As we are now a cashless school, payments are accepted via MCAS only, which is the same system used for iPad loan contributions.

Locker keys will be available for collection from either Student Reception or the Sixth Form Centre at the beginning of the new term.

If you require an activation code for MCAS (Bromcom), a password reset, or have any other queries regarding payment, please contact the School Finance Office.

For assistance, please email:

sra-finance@scholareducationtrust.co.uk

Sixth Form Access Fob 2025–2026

All Sixth Form students will be issued with a personal access fob. This fob must be used each day to sign into the school building at one of the designated entry points.

If a student needs to leave the school premises during the school day, they must sign out at Main Reception using the InVentry system, providing a reason for leaving. Upon returning, students must sign back in using the same system.

The cost of a fob is £5.00, and replacement fobs cost £3.50.

Payment must be made via MCAS (MyChildAtSchool) by Friday, 12th September 2025.
As we are now a cashless school, all payments are accepted via MCAS only.

If you require an activation code for MCAS (Bromcom), a password reset, or have any other queries regarding payment, please contact the School Finance Office.

For assistance, please email:

sra-finance@scholareducationtrust.co.uk

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