Important dates in March at CPA
Dear Parents and Carers,
Take a look below to see events and activities coming up for our students in March 2026.
Throughout term time we run regular parents and carers coffee mornings, craft mornings, choir practice and yoga. In March we are also holding a maths session and individual physio sessions. Please see the details below. We hope to see you there.
The Easter holidays are from Monday 30th March until Tuesday 14th April (please note that Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th April are INSET days for teaching staff only). Our students will return to school on Wednesday 15th April 2026.
Events and activities for Students
Event: World Book Day
Date: Thursday 5th March 2026
About: Get ready to celebrate the magic of reading with us! Thursday, 5th March is World Book Day at Charlton Park Academy. We are inviting all students and staff to dress up as their favourite book characters.
Alternatively, students are welcome to come to school dressed in pyjamas or comfy clothes, perfect for a cosy day of reading. We can’t wait to see all your fantastic costumes and share our love of reading.
Event: Sunshine Day
Date: Wednesday 18th March 2016
About: Sunshine Day coincides with the International Day of Happiness. Our students will be doing different activities and thinking about what makes them happy.
For example an activity that might make you happy would be going for a walk in the park with the dog and seeing the spring daffodils.
Event: Red Nose Day
Date: Friday 20th March 2026
About: The theme of Red Nose Day this year is “Take Yourself Funny for Money”.
The theme encourages everyone to embrace humour and being funny to help raise money for essential causes, such as food, shelter, and safety for those facing poverty in the UK and around the world.
Events and activities for Parents & Carers
Event: Open Day at Charlton Park Academy
Date: Saturday 7th March
Time: 10.00am – 14.00pm
About: We are holding an Open Day for prospective parents to take a look around our fantastic school and see all the great facilities we have here for our students. To guarantee there will be enough staff available to show you around, we kindly ask that you book your space on the tour by contacting either:
Gail Tippet – gtippett@charltonparkacademy.co.uk
Sara Johnson – sjohnson@charltonparkacademy.co.uk
Event: Maths session for parents & carers
Date: Monday 9th March 2026
Time: 10.00am – 11am
About: We are excited to invite you to an upcoming parent session where maths lead Ailish will provide insights into our school’s maths program and curriculum.
During the session, Ailish will explain how our approach to teaching maths aligns with the curriculum and supports your child’s learning journey. We will also share how we assess students’ progress and maintain ongoing, individualised targets that are regularly updated by teachers to ensure your child is continuously supported in their development. Additionally, we will offer practical tips on how you can involve your child in maths through everyday activities and foster their confidence and interest in the subject.
This session is a great opportunity to learn more about how we work together to help our young people succeed in maths and how you can play an active role in supporting their learning at home. We look forward to seeing you there!
Event: Parent & Carer Individual Physio sessions
Date: Friday 13th March
Time: Individual time slots as follows:
09.30am
10.15am
11.00am
1.00pm
1.45pm
If you would like to book in to see Maggie our Physio please book your individual time slot with Sara Johnson via email: sjohnson@charltonparkacademy.co.uk.
Event: Parents & Carers Craft Group
Date: Every Tuesday during term time starting Tuesday 13th January 2026
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
Location: Charlton Park Academy
About: In these sessions parents and carers share their craft skills and make lovely items. We then sell these items to help raise money for the annual school prom which is held every summer. We’d love to see you, so come and learn a new craft or share your own craft skills!
“The knowledge, love and support from parents in the group is humbling.”
“It’s been a great mental therapy session for me while being surrounded by caring people who understand everyone’s problems.”
For more information please contact Sara on email: sjohnson@charltonparkacademy.co.uk
Event: Greenwich Carer Voices for Parents & Carers
Time: 12.15pm to 13.30pm
Date: Every Wednesday during term time
Location: Charlton Park Academy
About: Every Wednesday during term time at Charlton Park Academy Guided by a fantastic choir leader who is a professional Soprano and loves to lead community choirs. We are “all abilities” which means you just need to enjoy singing!
Singing combines being with other carers, having a laugh, expressing yourself in a song and de-stressing. You’ll also receive valuable professional musical tuition to make the very best of your voice. Just drop in. No need to book!
To find out more email: carersocialgreenwich@gmail.com
Event: Parent & Carers Coffee Mornings
Date: Every Wednesday during term time starting Wednesday 14th January 2026
Time: 10am to 12pm
About: Get to know other Charlton Park Academy parents and carers. Please join Sara Johnson at Charlton Park Academy every Wednesday morning during term time for a chat, and a cup of tea or coffee. For more information please contact Sara on email: sjohnson@charltonparkacademy.co.uk
Event: Yoga for Parents & Carers
Time: 1pm to 2pm
Date: Every Thursday during term time
About: Please come along and join us for our weekly yoga for parents & carers session. Yoga supports positive wellbeing and mental health. We’d love to see you there.
For more information please contact Sara on email: sjohnson@charltonparkacademy.co.uk
