Yesterday, our HIVE Sixth Form were honoured to receive an award from Register & Be a Lifesaver in recognition of our long-term commitment to educating young people about the importance of blood, stem cell, and organ donation. 💙
During the presentation, we were delighted to welcome back two former Countesthorpe Academy teachers, Nisha Ravatt and Nick Van-Geffen, who spoke passionately about this life-saving topic. Both highlighted the importance of having open conversations about organ donation—making your choices clear to your loved ones, and understanding theirs too.
Nick also shared his deeply personal story about his daughter’s double lung transplant almost 11 years ago—a powerful reminder of how organ donation truly changes lives.
We are proud to continue raising awareness and inspiring the next generation to make a difference. 🌟
#CountesthorpeAcademy #RegisterAndBeALifesaver #OrganDonation #StemCellDonation #BloodDonation #MakingADifference
🍽 Monday
- Battered fish, chips, beans or peas
- Hot pudding & custard
🎄 Tuesday – CHRISTMAS DINNER DAY & Wear Your Christmas Jumper!
- A full festive feast for everyone – let’s make it merry and bright!
🍴 Wednesday
- Mini meatballs in gravy with peas, carrots & mash
- Homemade flapjack
🍴 Thursday
- Chicken strips with herby potatoes & salad
- Chocolate cornflake cake
🍴 Friday
- Pepperoni pizza & curly fries
- Chocolate-coated Christmas choc ice
🌱 Vegetarian & vegan options available daily
🍝 Pasta Bar & Jacket Potato with fillings every day
Let’s celebrate the season together – don’t forget your Christmas jumper on Tuesday! 🎅✨
And don’t forget, on Tuesday there will be no other lunch options available, and Christmas dinner will only be served to those who have purchased a ticket in advance via ParentPay.com
#CountesthorpeAcademy #FestiveMenu #ChristmasJumperDay
This week, we were joined by our Executive Headteacher and Deputy CEO of LiFE Multi Academy Trust, Mr Williams.
Mr Williams celebrated our student’s fantastic achievement at the recent Showcase Event, where they demonstrated leadership by running a café for visitors as a House Leader. Students were also congratulated for learning new skills in lessons.
It was a great opportunity to recognise their commitment to lifelong learning and teamwork! 👏
#Leadership #LifelongLearning #TeamLiFE #ShowcaseSuccess
🍴 Weekly Menu Alert! 🍴
We’re serving up some delicious options for the week commencing Monday 8th December!
✅ Monday: Pork meatballs with spaghetti (Veggie option available)
✅ Tuesday: Chicken Tikka with rice & naan (Vegetable curry alternative)
✅ Wednesday: Roast chicken with all the trimmings (Macaroni cheese alternative)
✅ Thursday: Beef chilli with spicy wedges (Vegetable chilli alternative)
✅ Friday: Chicken nuggets & chips (Quorn nuggets alternative)
Sweet Treats:
Iced sponge, treacle sponge & custard, flapjack, chocolate brownie, fruit muffin!
Plus, every day:
🍝 Pasta Bar (choice of 2 sauces)
🥔 Jacket potatoes with tasty fillings
👉 Which day are you most excited for?
#CountesthorpeAcademy #SchoolMenu #DeliciousChoices
This week, we were delighted to welcome Mr. Williams, our Executive Headteacher and Deputy CEO of LiFE Multi Academy Trust, to join students for a special treat.
Students earned their place at the table through nominations for their outstanding contributions to our Remembrance activities last week. Their commitment and respect truly embodied the values we hold dear.
👏 Well done to all those who were recognised—you make us proud every day!
#StudentSuccess #Remembrance #LiFEMAT #CelebratingExcellence
Get ready for a delicious week! Here’s what’s cooking in the dining hall:
✅ Monday: Mini meatballs in gravy with peas, carrots & mash OR Quorn meatballs. Dessert: Homemade chocolate muffin.
✅ Tuesday: Battered cod with crispy cubed potatoes & beans OR Veggie burger. Dessert: Homemade shortbread.
✅ Wednesday: Toad in the hole with roast potatoes & veg OR Veggie option. Dessert: Homemade flapjack.
✅ Thursday: Sweet & sour chicken with rice & crusty bread OR Quorn pieces. Dessert: Chocolate fudge cake with sauce.
✅ Friday: Pepperoni pizza & curly fries OR Cheese & tomato pizza. Drink: Mango smoothie.
🍝 Every day: Pasta Bar with 2 sauce choices + Jacket potatoes & fillings.
Fresh, tasty, and made with care – see you in the dining hall!
#CountesthorpeAcademy #SchoolMenu #HealthyEating
Today’s Milkshake with the Head was extra special! Instead of Mrs Aitcheson, Mr Hall, our Assistant Headteacher, joined us to celebrate some incredible achievements.
👏 What made these students shine?
✅ Outstanding work in English lessons
✅ Fantastic teamwork during Careers Day
It’s always inspiring to see students going above and beyond—and what better way to celebrate than with a milkshake and a chat?
📸 Check out the highlights and join us in congratulating these amazing students!
#MilkshakeWithTheHead #StudentSuccess #TeamCA #CAProud