Headteacher’s Message

Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians,

It is with immense pleasure that I welcome you to King’s Academy Bay House and King’s Academy Bay House Sixth Form.

Our commitment is to deliver an exceptional education, driven by our bold mission: to secure ‘Opportunity and Success on a Global Stage‘ for every member of our community. We are dedicated to providing the knowledge, skills, and character development needed to thrive anywhere in the world.

This ambitious mission is built upon the foundation of our three core values: Honesty, Courage, and Faith. These values shape the ethos of happiness, success, and safety that thrives in every corner of our Academy.

Our Values in Action

  • Honesty – We prioritise behaviours that promote transparency and truthfulness, always seeking what is best for all at KABH. We debate ideas openly and are not afraid to recognise mistakes, understanding that they are essential for learning and growth. This culture of open honesty ensures everyone feels happy, successful, and safe, able to express their thoughts and ideas without fear.
  • Courage – We instil the courage needed to face challenges head-on and adapt. This means we embrace diversity and champion inclusivity, creating a truly welcoming place. We demonstrate courage by engaging fully with feedback through resilience and self-regulation, and by being happy to ask questions when we are not sure. This is how we push beyond our perceived limits.
  • Faith – We hold an unwavering belief in the difference we can all make. Faith underpins our culture of safety; we are trusting and respectful to our whole community, making it safe to share concerns and make mistakes. We encourage others through kindness to have faith in their own abilities, knowing that resilience and self-regulation will fuel their curiosity and exploration.

Securing Excellence Together

Excellence at KABH is a journey we embark on together. Our passionate educators provide a challenging and stimulating academic environment, equipping you with the personalised skills necessary to excel academically and in the world beyond these walls.

As the Headteacher, I am excited to lead this journey with you. Together, grounded in Honesty, Courage, and Faith, we continue to drive outstanding Opportunity and Success on a Global Stage for our whole community.

Warm regards,

Chris Willis – Headteacher – King’s Academy Bay House

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Christmas Dinner Day at KABH! 🎄

We’re delighted to share that our School Christmas Dinner will take place on Thursday 11th December — a festive favourite our students always look forward to! 🎅

To help our catering team prepare, all Christmas dinners must be pre-ordered and pre-paid by Friday 5th December.

Here’s how to secure your child’s Christmas meal:

🍽 Cost: £3
💳 How to pay:

Via Scopay (listed under Trips and Events)

Or pay directly at the Finance Office

FSM students: A Christmas meal will be provided, but you must still complete the form.

If your not having a Christmas dinner please ensure your child has a packed lunch — no other food options will be available on the day.

📩 IMPORTANT: Please complete the Google Form sent to you by email to confirm your child’s choice. This is essential so we can cater accurately.

Thank you for helping us make Christmas Dinner Day a smooth and festive experience for everyone! 🎁✨
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Lower Sixth A Level Politics Students Visit London!

Our L6th A Level Politics students had an incredible opportunity this week to explore the heart of UK politics during their trip to London. The visit included a tour of the Supreme Court, a walking tour of Whitehall (including the Cenotaph, Downing Street, Horseguards Parade and Trafalgar Square), as well as a workshop and full tour of the Palace of Westminster.

Student reflections captured just how impactful the experience was:

“I really enjoyed visiting Parliament, especially the galleries of the House of Commons and House of Lords. It was fascinating watching the debates and seeing the legislative process happen in person.” - Nancy

“This trip gave me real insight into how Parliament operates in action — it was a very interesting and fun experience.” - Ruby

“It was surreal to visit the Supreme Court, especially considering its immense importance. The court was fascinating, rich in history and truly beautiful. I can’t wait to learn more in class.” - Imogen

“I loved seeing parliamentary sessions in action — it really brought what we’ve learnt to life. The workshop where we created our own political parties was great fun, and hearing from our local MP Caroline Dinenage and her assistants was really interesting. Overall, it was a fantastic experience.” - Finlay

A huge thank you to everyone involved for making this such a memorable and inspiring day for our students!

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Creative Values Workshop at KABH!

Students from across KS3 joined members of our Student Headship Team for a vibrant, hands-on workshop exploring our KGA values — Honesty, Faith, and Courage.

The room was full of energy as students collaborated in mixed groups to discuss what each value means to them and to our school community. They then transformed their ideas into bold, large-scale, graffiti-style artwork that truly brought our values to life.

A huge thank you to every student involved — your enthusiasm, teamwork, and creativity were outstanding and made the workshop a real celebration of who we are at KABH.

“Students really engaged with the activity, and it was inspiring to see the KGA values brought to life through their creativity. The way they supported each other across year groups showed exactly what our community stands for.” — Mr Walker

Well done to everyone who took part — a fantastic showcase of our values in action!

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