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Family Forum – Join the conversation!

On 18^th March we held our latest ‘Family Forum’ online event – and the turnout was the best yet! Questions covered included: “How can I find out about my child’s in-class assessments?”, “Should I be worried about the meningitis outbreak in Kent?” and “Can you help me encourage my child to try an afterschool club?”

The agenda for Family Forum is shaped by ongoing dialogue with families, and the big topic that many of you wanted to explore was the introduction of Yondr phone pouches in the final half term of this year. It was great to be able to share information about Yondr, put to rest any of the concerns surrounding locking and unlocking, and explain the context of our modified approach against changing government guidance and the latest research into youth mental well-being.

Our final item was this year’s “International Cultural Week” in July, with a short piece prepared by the Student Voice team – who wanted to ask families if they could help share some knowledge of countries and cultures they have connections with. This is what truly makes St Augustine Academy a community – the joining together of students, staff and of course you – the families.

If you would like to watch the Family Forum back, you can access it here Recap: Family Forum - 18th March 2026 18 March | Meeting | Microsoft Teams

If you have any questions you would like answered at our next Family Forum on Thursday 21^st May (5:30-6:00pm), or any topics you would like us to cover, please let us know using the form below:

Family Forum 2026 – Fill out form

For any other queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me: svasudaven@saa.woodard.co.uk