PRIDE IN OUR SUCCESS
11 September 2026
Welcome back
It has been wonderful to welcome our students back after an enjoyable and restful summer break. We hope everyone has enjoyed settling back into Academy life, reconnecting with friends and is having a positive start to the academic year. We look forward to all the exciting learning, opportunities and successes the new term will bring!
Attenborough
2545
Hadid
2842
Malala
2806
Obama
3007
Middle School
Toby Waterman
For his excellent start to Year 7 as well as his politeness and kindness towards others
Upper School
Riley Walker
For a fantastic start and amazing effort in Year 10
Sixth Form
All Year 12 Students
For a great start to their Sixth Form journey
The below individuals have demonstrated the Academy’s values this week
Success
Gabriel Marsh
For his achievements in the English Summer National Swimming Competitions
Kindness
History Department
For being welcoming and offering their help to a new member of staff
Aspiration
Marta Rubio
For having a great start to her GCSE Sketchbook
For Your diary
The PTI Subject Mark 2026
We are delighted to announce that out English, Geography, Maths and Science departments have been awarded The PTI Subject Mark for 2026. The Mark acknowledges a department’s work as a member of the Department Development Programme over the last year. Members commit to developing a challenging curriculum, enthusing pupils through extra-curricular subject-based activities, enriching teachers’ own subject knowledge and encouraging subject links. The English, Geography, Maths and Science departments have been awarded the Mark in recognition of their achievement across these four key development areas which place subject at the heart of teaching.
Enrichment Timetables
We are excited to announce that the Extra-Curricular timetables for this Term are now available.
Whether you’re into Sports, Arts, Sciences, or something in between, there’s something for everyone.
Take this opportunity to explore new activities, meet new friends, and develop your skills outside the classroom.
Could you become a Parent Governor?
We are looking for a new Parent Governor to join our Academy Governing Body.
This is a great opportunity to play an active role in supporting our Academy and helping to shape its future. You don’t need previous governor experience or a background in education, just a willingness to contribute, ask questions and share your perspective as a parent/carer.
Full support and guidance will be provided.
Please contact info@skinnerskent.org.uk to apply or for further information. Applications close on Friday 25 September 2026.
Library Autumn Reading Challenge
Take on the Autumn Reading Challenge and earn House Points; open to all Students, Parents and Staff – who in your household can raise the most House Points? Students – challenge your family to take part too to earn House Points for you!
Collect the booklets from the Library, or simply download your own by clicking on the image. Read a book that fits the topic (one book may fit several topics), write a review, save it, and return to the Librarian (Mrs Drury) at info@skinnerskent.org.uk by 31 December 2026. Make sure to include the student name.
We now have a competition! Two students have earned their Houses over 470 Points from the Summer Challenge with the help from their families. Can you beat that?!! Give the Autumn Reading Challenge go!
Attendance at The Skinners’ Kent Academy
| Year Group | Attendance % this week |
| 7 | 97.7% |
| 8 | 95.5% |
| 9 | 94.0% |
| 10 | 95.1% |
| 11 | 96.8% |
| 12 | 97.8% |
| 13 | 90.5% |
| TOTAL | 95.6% |
