What do I do if my child has lost something whilst at school?
"First Re-trace your steps!"
Is your son/daughter sure that the item is lost? Or perhaps it was left in a classroom. Ask the teacher of a classroom to see if it was left behind. Then ask at the staffroom because lost property is handed in there.

Will my child still be able to get food if they have lost their cashless dining system card?
Yes, if your child has lost their card while at school they must go to the General Office and report it lost to Ms Mohamed, Ms Collins or Ms Wilson, the original card will immediately be cancelled so that if another student tries to use it it will be retained by the canteen.  A temporary number will be issued to the child to enable them to purchase food.  The students are told to return in a few days to see if the card has been found.  If it has then the card will be re-issued to the child, if not then the child must pay £1.50 to purchase a new card.

Who do I speak to about my child's health or allergies?
On joining the Academy you must inform us of any ongoing health issues that your child has.  If any develop during your child's time at the Academy then you must inform your child's Form Tutor.  If your child has serious allergies then the Academy must be made aware of this and the First Aid Officer will make sure that all staff are made aware of your child's needs and the procedures that they must follow in the event of an emergency.  Your child will be issued with a "Medi-Card" which they can show to any member of staff who will then inform the Duty First Aid Officer.  If your child has any prescribed medications that they will need during the school day then these must be given to Ms Wilson in the General Office for safe-keeping, along with written instructions and dosage.

Who should I speak to if I am worried about my child?
Please contact your son/daughter’s Form Tutor in the first instance. The Form Tutor will see the members of the Form twice a day and will monitor and support pupils. Form Tutors will share any anxieties or possible concerns with your child’s Year Manager.

Who should I contact if I have a question about a particular subject?
Again please contact your son/daughter’s Form Tutor in the first instance. He/she will then contact the Head of Department who will in turn contact you.

What is happening this week?
See the Newsletters page.  Click here to go to it.
See the Dates for Your Diary.  Click here to go to it.

What happens if the Academy is closed due to adverse weather conditions?
If the main school site is closed, the Academy will also be closed unless there are exceptional circumstances such as external exams taking place. Students are advised to log on to the website to check for up to date information. A message detailing any closure will be placed in the Latest News from Southfields section of the front page.  The school will also pass this information to Wandsworth Borough Council.

What provision is there for careers advice for my child?
Two Personal Advisers from CONNEXIONS are based permanently at the Academy and all students from Year 9 onwards can arrange a personal interview with one of them if required.  You can find further information about the careers service by clicking here or for more information about the CONNEXIONS service click here.
All Year 10 and Year 11 students study a Careers Programme as part of their Personal & Social Education course.

What kind of food and refreshments are available to my child during the school day?
We are proud to belong to the National Healthy Schools Programme and we are committed to providing healthy food. Food is freshly cooked using non GM ingredients and each day’s menu offers a range of healthy options.
Before school (from 7.30am) we serve breakfast; healthy snacks are available at morning break and a wide range of meal options are available at lunchtime.  To see the current Academy menus click here.

Can my child leave the Academy site during the school day?
No, only the Sixth Form can leave the Academy site during the school day, we operate a closed site for all other students.

What activities are available to my child outside of school hours?
All our events are listed on the extra curricular activities page, click here to go there. Up and coming events are always advertised in the school newsletter.

Can my child ride their bike to school?
Yes, we have bike storage on site.  However it is your child's responsibility to ensure their bike is securely locked.

If my child needs to go to a medical appointment during school time what should I do?
Please write a brief note in your child's school diary to inform the Form Tutor, who will arrange the permission, and also to show the class teacher what time your child will need to leave.