Important Dates in September at CPA
Dear Parents and Carers,
We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Friday 4th September 2026. Please note that Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd September are INSET days for staff only.
We are also delighted to welcome our new students joining us in September. We hope they are excited to begin their journey with us and become part of the friendly and supportive Charlton Park Academy community.
We have an exciting year ahead, with learning pathways tailored to meet the individual needs, strengths and interests of every student. We are committed to providing meaningful opportunities for all our young people to thrive, develop their independence and prepare for adulthood.
There will be lots of exciting activities and opportunities for our students throughout the school year.
We also look forward to welcoming parents and carers to our regular activities, including craft group, choir, coffee mornings and yoga.
Please see below for more information and details of how you can get involved.
Activities for Students
Activity: Positive Thinking Day
Date: Friday 11th September
About: We will be focusing on our mental and emotional health and encouraging our students to be optimistic and think about what we can do to feel positive.
Information & Activities for Parents and Carers
NHS Flu Vaccine – Friday 18th September at CPA
The Greenwich Immunisation Team will visit Charlton Park Academy on Friday 18th September 2026. This vaccination is recommended to help protect your child against flu. Flu can be an unpleasant illness and can cause serious complications. Vaccinating your child will also help protect more vulnerable family and friends by preventing the spread of flu.
If you would like to know more about the flu vaccine, please visit the NHS website.
Please discuss the vaccine with your child, and use the link provided to access and complete the electronic consent form:
http://cypcis.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/flu/2026/greenwich
Free Event: Carers Social Group – Coffee Morning – Special Guest Speaker – Lade Abe, Lead LD Nurse
Date: Friday 11th September
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm
Venue: Woolwich Waves, The Party Room, 49 Woolwich New Road, SE18 6EU
About: Carers Social Group are holding a coffee morning with Special Guest speaker Lade Abe, Lead LD Nurse at Queen Mary’s Hospital
– Receive practical advice on navigating hospital care specific to carers in ethnic minorities.
– Learn how to advocate for your loved one and secure the right health support.
– Discover how to get the most out of NHS services while connecting with fellow carers including those from diverse backgrounds
Join the Carers Social Group www.carerssocialgreenwich.com
Activity: Parents & Carers Craft Group
Date: Every Tuesday during term time
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 Johnson.
Activity: 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
Activity: Parent & Carers Coffee Mornings
Date: Every Wednesday during term time
Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Charlton Park Academy
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 Johnson.
Activity: Yoga for Parents & Carers
Time: 1pm to 2pm
Date: Every Thursday during term time
Location: Charlton Park Academy
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 Johnson.
