Welcome to New Line Learning Academy

A message from Mr Cook

It is with great excitement and a deep sense of responsibility that I write to introduce myself as the Headteacher at New Line Learning. I am truly honoured to be part of this exceptional school community, and I look forward to working with you to continue fostering a nurturing, engaging, and innovative educational environment for all of our students.

Having worked in education for over 20 years before joining New Line Learning Academy last year, I am eager to share my experiences and continue the relentless ambition of New Line Learning in helping our students achieve their individual goals and ambitions. I feel very fortunate to work within education, and believe passionately in honesty, integrity and hard work. I believe these values will help us on the next stage of our journey of ensuring all our students receive an exceptional school experience. As a passionate educator, I believe in the power of collaboration between school and home. My primary goal is to ensure that every child not only thrives academically but also grows socially and emotionally in an atmosphere where they feel supported, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential.

Choosing the right school for your child is an important decision and at New Line Learning, our dedicated staff are determined that your child will achieve their full potential. We will instil in our pupils the confidence that they can achieve their ambitions through hard work, good attendance, and self-belief. This is reflected in our school ethos: Believe and Achieve. 

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Frequently Asked Questions for students

 Will I visit the school before I start?

Yes, we have a range of transition events from March all the way through to our Summer School in August. You can check out our transition calendar at the bottom of this page!

As part of our transition programme there will be...

A fun and exciting Saturday transition day for you to meet your peers, some staff and familiarise yourself with the school. 

Key staff will visit your primary school to meet you and your current teachers. This will give you an opportunity for you to ask any questions your have a little later down the line.

There will be an information evening where you will meet your form groups and tutors as well as your Head of Year. Your families will hear from Mr Cook, Headteacher and Mrs Vincent, Transition Lead giving them all the necessary information for your start in September.

You will have a one to one meeting with a key member of staff. This will be a time where you and your family are able to ask questions, and we make sure that we have all the relevant information for you to be admitted to New Line Learning.

In July, you will be become an New Line student for two days, fully preparing you for life as a NLLA student.

Are we allowed mobile phones?

You are allowed to have them in your bag but they must be switched off. You are not permitted to take them out of your bag at all throughout the day.

Does the whole school go to break and lunch together?

The whole school has break at 11:00-11:25 am but we have a staggered lunch so only a couple of year groups are on lunch together.

How do we pay for our lunch?

At New Line Learning we are a cashless school and use Parentpay. Parents/carers can set up an account, upload money and monitor your usage. You will then use a biometrics system to pay at the tills.

Will I have a locker?

All students are issued with a locker on their first day in September. You just need to bring a padlock with you. We recommend a code lock, as keys are easy to misplace.

Are there after school clubs?

Yes, lots! This changes termly giving you a broad range of opportunities to develop your skills in various subjects and access additional support if needed.

How does the school look after my wellbeing?

The wellbeing of our students is paramount at New Line Learning Academy.

Students meet their form tutor on a daily basis to receive support and guidance.

We also have a dedicated team of staff who look after the students’ academic and pastoral needs. Furthermore, students are encouraged to adopt a healthy lifestyle through a range of physical and social activities, and this positive outlook is promoted throughout the school. Our key aim is to promote positive working relationships and personal responsibility, as well as leadership opportunities.

We are delighted to have a house system, which has provided students with unique opportunities to develop their leadership skills, as well as encouraging students to make positive contributions within their community groups.

What trips will I be able to go on?

There are a range of trips that we offer throughout the year. You will visit museums, historical sites, theatres and much more. We also offer a range of residential trips such as DofE excursions and skiing to name just a few.

 

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Transition Calendar

• 2 Mar 2026
  National Offer Day
  
  
• 4 Mar 2026
  School Offer Day (we will send you a letter and email on this day)
  
  
• 12 Mar 2026
  Deadline for Offer Acceptance & Accept Invite for Transition Event
  
  
• 14 Mar 2026
  10:00 to 13:00
  Transition Morning
  
  
• 24 Apr 2026
  Admission Packs will be sent
  
  
• 7 May 2026
  Admission Pack Deadline
  
  
• 14 May 2026
  18:00 to 19:00
  Year 6 Information Evening
  
  
• 22 Jun 2026
  Year 6 Transition Support Meetings
  
  
• 23 Jun 2026
  Year 6 Transition Support Meetings
  
  
• 2 Jul 2026
  Induction Day 1
  
  
• 3 Jul 2026
  Induction Day 2
  
  
• 3 Sep 2026
  Year 7 Start of Term 1
  
  

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