2025 Save The Date Upcoming Events for the Summer Term
Thursday, 17th July Culture Day
Friday, 18th July Last Day of the Academic Year
Thursday, 21st August GCSE results Day Letter here.
September 2025 Return to School, letter here
Tuesday, 2nd September Year 7s attend school
Wednesday, 3rd September Year 8 -11 students attend school @eastleaschool
9A Explores Local History at Newham Heritage Centre
On Wednesday, July 9th, our Year 9A History students embarked on an exciting and educational site visit to the Newham Heritage Centre in Canning Town. This trip was a fantastic opportunity for them to delve deeper into their current history project and gain valuable insights into local heritage.
Extra curricular activities at Eastlea
The students were fortunate enough to get a behind-the-scenes look at the ongoing work at the centre, giving them a unique perspective on how historical sites are preserved and developed. Donning hard hats and high-visibility vests they navigated the site, observing the various stages of the project. Their bright yellow work boots were definitely put to good use!
This hands-on experience provided a fascinating complement to their classroom learning, bringing the history of Newham to life in a tangible way. We're incredibly proud of Year 9A's engagement and enthusiasm during the visit. A huge thank you to the staff at the Newham Heritage Centre for hosting us and providing such a rich learning environment!
Ms Shirani, Assistant Headteacher
World of Work Day 2025
On Tuesday our Year 10 cohort had a fantastic day where they were able to meet, hear presentations and be interviewed by industry professionals. We had representatives from the Civil Service, Psychology, Coding, Construction and Advertising and Media. Students were dressed up to the nines in their business dress so they could look and feel the part. Our students showcased their proficient and confident interview skills, asked insightful and productive questions and made the school proud in their conduct and mannerism. Students look forward to this day all year and they very much made it count.
Ms
Stapleton, Year 10 Achievement Leader
Year 6 Transition Day
On Thursday 3rd July, we were excited to welcome our new Year 7s for a special taster day. Year 6 students from local primary schools took part where they were able to meet their tutors who will hopefully be with them for the next 5 years through their journey at Eastlea. The special event was designed to help them feel comfortable and confident ahead of starting Year 7 in September.
Throughout the day, students had the chance to explore the school, meet their future tutors and teachers, and get a taste of secondary school life. Enthusiastic staff and student helpers were on hand to welcome them and answer any questions about life at Eastlea as well as support them through some of their team building activities. The day was packed with fun and engaging activities. In Drama, students worked together in groups to act out short scenes of aliens arriving in night time forests, helping them build confidence and teamwork skills. In the Spanish session, they learned some basic words and phrases, giving them a head start for language learning next term. Over in PE, there was plenty of energy as students took part sports activities like javelin and relay, encouraging them to stay active and push themselves further each time.
Many of the Year 6 students said they enjoyed making new friends and discovering more about the school. By the end of the day, there were lots of smiles and excitement about the year ahead.
Transition Day was a great success, helping students to feel more prepared and looking forward to joining Eastlea Community School in September.
Mr Walker, Head of Humanities and Ms Shirani, Assistant Headteacher
Transition Day in photos
Greenhouse Sport Cricket
On Monday 7th July, Greenhouse Students participated in an all day cricket tournament uniting boys and girls to competing together for the first time in the sports hall. The event was a great success concluding with participants being treated to pizza sponsored by Greenhouse Sports to thank them for their commitment over the school year.
Mr Jones, Greenhouse Cricket Coach
School Student Wellbeing Survey
Eastlea is currently working to achieve the Wellbeing Award for Schools - a school improvement award. This is a national award, developed in partnership with the National Children’s Bureau, which places good emotional wellbeing and positive mental health at the heart of the culture and ethos of the school.
Your views are important in helping us understand what we are doing well and how we can do even better.
You will have received an email on 13.6.25 entitled Eastlea Community School Student Wellbeing Survey Please click on the link in the email and complete it. It should only take a few minutes. All responses and suggestions will be carefully considered and used to plan a range of school improvements.
If you have any queries about this survey, please contact the school and speak to me.
Ms Hegan, Assistant Headteacher/Designated Safeguarding Lead
Summer Fun in Newham
Newham Council will again be running a series of activities in the borough for children and young people. See this link to access the brochure which contains details of activities across the borough this summer.
EAST SUMMER SCHOOL 2025
Information for Parents/Carers
INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Term dates and calendar
A reminder that our term dates and calendar, which includes all key dates for the year can be found on our website.
LUNCH MENU
Here is the link to the new Lunch Menu We will be on week 3 next week
BREAKFAST CLUB
Breakfast Club runs from 7.30am to 8.30am and students wishing to attend Breakfast Club should arrive via the Exning Road entrance.
GENERAL SCHOOL LINKS:
Free School Meals
Uniform Reminders
Go 4 Schools
Term Dates 2025-26
You may like to know that the school’s uniform supplier, Fashion Shop, now has a website where you can order uniform. Here is the link to the website.
PARENTING SUPPORT & RESOURCES
Mental health support: adults
Mental health support: children & young people Free Money
Management Courses for Adults
Family Navigators (supporting with signposting, advice & advocacy) Newham Form Filling Services
Support for those struggling financially
Support for those worried about winter fuel costs Community Health Champions: Help With Money NHS Talking Therapies
