Parent & Student Hub — Everything You Need, All in One Place
Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay connected with Futures Academy.
Welcome
We want both parents and students to feel confident, supported, and connected throughout their time at Futures Academy.
This hub is designed to bring together the key information you need — from timetables and kit lists, to safeguarding contacts and FAQs.
Term Dates & Schedule
Academic Year Structure: Futures Academy follows a three-term calendar (Autumn, Spring, Summer).
Daily Timetable (example):
- 8:45am – Registration & Mentoring Check-In
- 9:30am – Education Session (English/Maths/Functional Skills)
- 11:00am – Break
- 11:15am – Education/Qualifications (BTEC, NCFE, ASDAN)
- 1:00pm – Lunch (supervised, 45 minutes)
- 1:45pm – Football Academy Training or Apprenticeship Work Placement
- 4:00pm – End of Day
Uniform & Kit
- Education: Smart-casual attire (no hats/hoods in class)
- Football Academy: Futures Academy kit (ordered at induction)
- Apprenticeships: Branded t-shirts/jackets provided for coaching and media roles
Students are expected to maintain professional standards of dress and presentation across all settings.
Travel Information
- Futures Academy operates across Leytonstone, Olympic Park, and UEL.
- All sites are accessible via London Underground, Overground, and bus routes.
- Travel bursaries may be available via local authority support — families should check eligibility during induction.
Attendance & Behaviour Expectations
- Attendance: 95%+ expected — attendance is reported weekly to parents and commissioners.
- Behaviour: Respect, responsibility, and professionalism are non-negotiable.
- Code of Conduct: Applies across education, football, and apprenticeships.
- Support: If challenges arise, pastoral staff and mentors intervene early to keep students on track.
Safeguarding & Wellbeing
- DSL: Micah Watson Gayle | DDSL: Jamie Sanneh
- 1:1 mentoring available for all students
- Mental health support and external referrals if required
- Daily wellbeing check-ins at registration
- Parents/carers informed promptly of concerns
- [Safeguarding & Policies Page]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What qualifications can my child gain?
A: GCSE English & Maths resits, Functional Skills, BTEC Sport, NCFE Employability, and ASDAN short courses.
Q: Does my child need football ability to join?
A: No. While the Football Academy is a key pathway, education and apprenticeships are equally important. Commitment to all strands is required.
Q: Will my child be paid for apprenticeship work?
A: Yes. Students are paid £8 per hour for supervised Sports Coaching or Media work.
Q: How do you keep students safe online?
A: All online sessions are monitored, filtered, and recorded. Staff use academy accounts only, never personal devices.
Q: What happens if my child is absent?
A: Parents/carers must report absences by 9:00am. Unexplained absences are escalated to the DSL within 24 hours.
Parent Communication
We believe in partnership with families. Parents/carers receive:
- Weekly attendance and progress updates
- Immediate safeguarding or behaviour notifications
- Termly reports on academic, football, and apprenticeship progress
- Invitations to parent review meetings and showcase events