News and Letters
- Read MorePublished 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
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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 - Read More
Upcoming MYCAT Day 26th March - Year 10
Published 11/03/26Dear Parent/Carer, We are writing to remind you of details regarding our next MYCAT event. On Thursday 26th March it will be the Year 10 MYCAT day, the Academy will finish lessons at 1:00 p.m. for Years 7–10 to allow appointme - Read More
Year 10 MYCAT Day
Published 11/03/26Dear Parents and Carers, We are delighted to invite you to the Academy on Thursday, 26th March, for your child’s Year 10 Meet Your Coach and Teacher (MYCAT) day. What is MYCAT? At the MYCAT event, you will have the opportunity to meet - Read More
Partnership with Pudsey Community Project
Published 23/02/26Dear Parents and Carers, Here is a reminder that we are continuing to work in partnership with Pudsey Community Project, who provide invaluable support to families in our community. What's Available Pudsey Community Project has a Communi - Read More
Uniform Expectations
Published 13/02/26Dear Parent/Carer, I am writing to you today to outline our renewed focus on high standards and school uniform. At Co-op Academy Priesthorpe, we believe that a smart uniform is central to building a sense of community and pride. It ensures that - Read More
Site Changes at Priesthorpe
Published 12/02/26Dear parents and carers, I wanted to make you aware of some upcoming changes to our ways of working around the site, which are to make sure our school remains a safe, welcoming and well-managed place for students and staff. What you can expect - Read More
Invitation: New Parent Partnership Workshop Series
Published 11/02/26Dear Parent/Carer, We are delighted to invite you to participate in our brand-new Parent Partnership Workshop series, designed to strengthen the link between home and school life and provide additional support for our families. We are working with
