News and Letters
- Read MorePublished 21/05/26Dear Parent/Carer We have been made aware that your child may have SEND needs and therefore require additional support from the SEND team when they move up to high school. As such we would like to invite you to an evening to meet with our SEND Lea
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Friday is different: Year 11 Masterclass Day (9am Start!)
Published 19/05/26Hello Year 11, You have all made a great start to the exam season and we now need to keep up the momentum. With no formal exams on the timetable this Friday, we have a massive opportunity to get you ahead of the game. We will be holding masterclas - Read More
Maximising Success: Special Year 11 Masterclass – Friday 22nd May
Published 19/05/26Dear Parents and Carers, As we continue with the exam season, we are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication our Year 11 students have shown so far. To give them the absolute best advantage moving forward, we are running a specially tailo - Read More
Vacancy for Parent Community Council Member on the Academy Community Council
Published 19/05/26Dear Parents and Carers, We currently have one vacancy for one member of our parent and carer community to join the Academy Community Council (ACC) at Co-op Academy Priesthorpe. Please click on the link below to read the full letter and access - Read More
Invitation: Parents’ Forum Meeting – Shaping Our Partnership Together
Published 27/04/26Dear Parents and Carers, We would like to warmly invite you to our upcoming Parents’ Forum Meeting. First and foremost, a huge thank you to everyone who have attended previous sessions. Your feedback and presence were incredibly valuable, - Read More
End of Year Rewards Trips
Published 24/04/26Dear Parent/Carer, End of Year Rewards Trips It’s nearly that time of year! We are excited to announce our End of Year Rewards Trips. These trips are our way of saying "well done" to students who have worked hard, followed the r - Read More
Welcome Back Letter April 2026
Published 20/04/26Dear Parent and Carers Welcome Back I hope you and your families are well and had a restful break. We are delighted to welcome all students back to the start of a new school term. Last term was incredibly busy and full of great opportu - Read More
Welcome to Co-op Academy Priesthorpe
Published 02/04/26We are delighted you have been offered a place to study with us in September 2026 and can’t wait to see you. The transition to Secondary school is an exciting time and we will be with you every step of the way. Here are some of the activities you can look forward to over the next few months:
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Transition Guide - Welcome to Co-op Academy Priesthorpe
Published 02/04/26Dear Students, Parents, and Carers,
It is an absolute privilege to welcome you to the Co-op Academy Priesthorpe family. We are delighted that you have chosen us to partner with you for this next exciting stage of your educational journey.
At Priesthorpe, we are more than just a school; we are an inclusive community where we want every student to feel safe, happy, and successful. Our vision is built upon the "Ways of Being Co-op," which guide everything we do:-
Succeed together: We believe we are stronger when we work as a team and support one another.
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Be yourself, always: We celebrate what makes you unique and encourage you to bring your best self to our academy every day.
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Do what matters most: We focus on the right things—your learning, your progress, and your wellbeing.
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Show you care: We treat each other with compassion and respect, looking after our school and the wider community.
Our expectations are simple but vital: we ask all our students to be Ready, Respectful, and Safe. By following these principles, you will find a calm and secure environment where you can focus on your learning and truly thrive.
We understand that the transition from Year 6 to Year 7 can feel like a big leap. Please be assured that our dedicated transition team, led by Mrs Cronshaw (Key Stage 3 Leader), is already working hard to ensure you have a smooth and positive start in September.
We look forward to meeting you soon and seeing all that you will achieve as part of our special community.

Best wishes,
Louise Pratt
Principal, Co-op Academy Priesthorpe -
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School of Sanctuary Award
Published 31/03/26Dear Parents and Carers, I am writing to update you on Priesthorpe’s journey towards achieving the School of Sanctuary Award. This is a nationally recognised initiative that celebrates schools committed to being safe, welcoming, and inclusiv - Read More
Attendance Drive
Published 26/03/26Dear Parents and Carers, As we look forward to the end of the term, we are launching an extra-special Attendance Drive starting this coming Monday, 27th April. We believe it is crucial to recognise and celebrate the dedication of our students, - Read More
Celebrate Your Culture Day
Published 24/03/26Dear Parent/Careers, We are delighted to announce that we will be holding our ‘Celebrate Your Culture Day’ on Thursday 2nd April this year. This event is a day to celebrate our diverse community here at Priesthorpe, providing an opport
