Torlands Academy

📣 Workshop: Supporting a Child with ADHD

Parents & carers - join this friendly, practical online workshop from FACE Family Advice to gain tools, strategies & confidence to support children with ADHD at home & school.

👉 Book via facefamilyadvice.co.uk
#ADHDSupport #ParentWorkshop #TorlandsCommunity

🌊🦈 Huge well done to our Forest School students for their amazing beach clean at Scabbacombe! Along the way, they discovered and logged a Nursehound egg case with the Shark Trust, protecting wildlife and our coast. 👏 #BeachClean #SharkTrust #TorlandsOutdoors

Parents and carers invited to help shape the way funding is allocated to children with EHCPs - News Last month, we explained that we're reviewing the way that funding is allocated to children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans, (EHCPs).

📢 Parents & Carers – Have Your Say on EHCP Funding

We’re reviewing how funding is allocated to children with EHCPs and want your input. Join an online workshop on 22 or 23 September, or complete the survey to share your views.

👉 Details & booking: bit.ly/4nwC3i3

#SEND #EHCP #ParentVoice

Hello Summer and hello to Devon Information Advice & Support Summer Newsletter Edition! Packed with news events and info.

Read it here 👉 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKD...

#SupportingDevon #SENDdevon #SupportingSEND

📈🐑 Check out this fantastic KS3 work! One of our students created a brilliant graph story about Fleece Lightning, the fastest racing sheep around! A great blend of maths, storytelling, and creativity. Well done! #TorlandsLearning #GraphStory #CreativeMaths

🎉 SEND Family Fun Day Alert!

Join a fantastic FREE day out for families of children with SEND – packed with activities, support info and fun!

📍Check it out & book here: bit.ly/4kMGnrP

#SENDSupport #FamilyFun #TorlandsCommunity

🎭✨ Yesterday, our students explored puppetry and crafted their own versions of Queen Mab! A creative, hands-on session full of imagination! Activities like this enrich learning, build confidence, and offer new ways to express ideas and emotions. #TorlandsEnrichment #CreativeLearning

🦀 Crabbing at Teignmouth!

Yesterday, Torlands students enjoyed a brilliant hands-on session crabbing at Teignmouth. Activities like this support our students by boosting confidence, well-being, and connection to nature #TorlandsOutdoors

📣 Parents & Staff — Don’t miss the July FACE newsletter!

FACE offers friendly, practical online talks (90 mins via Zoom) for parents across the UK.

👉 Book now at: facefamilyadvice.co.uk (PARENTS page)

🌿 A joyful moment captured at Elberry Cove, Torbay. One of our students wearing their handmade spring headwear! Experiences like this build confidence, creativity & connection with nature, reflecting our commitment to holistic, therapeutic education. #TorlandsOutdoors #WaveMAT #CreativeLearning

🍃🎨 Last week at Torlands Forest School, students got creative in the Teign Valley with beautiful Hapa Zome print making—hammering leaves and flowers into fabric to reveal natural dyes and patterns. A perfect blend of art and nature! #ForestSchool #HapaZome #OutdoorLearning

🔬 At Merrivale, students combined creativity and science by modelling finch beaks with different foods while exploring how temperature affects yeast respiration. A hands-on way to investigate evolution and biology in action! #STEMLearning #WaveMAT #TorlandsScience #HandsOnScience

🌲 Forest School at Steps Bridge!

Our students had a fantastic time exploring the Teign Valley, relaxing in hammocks, and playing classic Pooh sticks at the river. A joyful day connecting with nature and friends! #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #TorlandsAdventure

New summer dates for free 'Making Sense of SEND' training - News Devon Information Advice and Support (DiAS) offer training to help parent carers understand some of the most important information and the most useful skills

Devon DiAS Sessions for Parents

Join ‘Making Sense of SEND’ sessions from Devon Information Advice and Support (DiAS) to gain key skills and confidence in supporting children with SEND. Online via Teams or in person. Details on the DiAS website. #SENDSupport

👉 bit.ly/4jXM1ag

🦀 Forest School Crabbing Adventure!

Our Forest School students had an amazing time crabbing at Teignmouth—so many crabs spotted! A brilliant hands-on session connecting with nature, building curiosity & making unforgettable memories. Well done, everyone! #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning

🌬️🪁 Forest School Adventure!

Yesterday, our students took their handmade kites to Bonehill Rocks, Dartmoor and watched them soar! A fantastic day of creativity, teamwork, and outdoor learning—living our Torlands values in the heart of nature. #ForestSchool #TorlandsAdventure

Welcome to this bumper Spring issue of the DIAS newsletter.
Read it here: bit.ly/3GsI9zI

🌿🎨 Amazing Craftwork! 🎨🌿

Our outreach student’s creativity shines in these beautiful wicker displays, made with everyday items like cotton buds, buttons, & eyeshadow! His dedication reflects our school values of resilience and creativity. Incredible work 👏 #TorlandsTalent #CreativityInAction

Torlands Summer Reading Challenge launches today! Can you read 10 books by authors from or set in different regions before the school year ends? A fun way to explore new stories, celebrate diverse voices, and inspire a lifelong love of reading! #ReadingForJoy

Huge shoutout to our Forest School students for their hard work beach cleaning at Man Sands! Here they are taking a well-earned break, they embody @wavetrust.bsky.social values—respect, teamwork, and positivity—while caring for our environment. Well done, everyone! #WaveValues

World Book Day Fun!

Our students and staff went all out with their incredible #WorldBookDay costumes! From classic characters to modern favourites, the creativity was amazing. Can you guess who they were dressed as? Drop your guesses in the comments below!

Forest School offers our students hands-on learning, boosting confidence, resilience, and well-being. Cooking chocolate cake in an orange over the campfire was a highlight this week! These experiences support our students’ needs while fostering creativity and connection with nature. #ForestSchool

Pet Pals Club – Welcoming New Members!

A huge thank you to our amazing students for making #PetPals a success! Your ideas and enthusiasm have brought so much joy. We love meeting your pets and trying new activities. New members always welcome!

LGBTQIA+ Online Club at Torlands

Torlands is committed to inclusion. Our LGBTQIA+ Online Club offers a safe space for students to connect and support each other. It promotes friendship and belonging by creating opportunities for open conversations and peer support.

Engaging Our Students! 🗣️

At Torlands, we value student voices! Our Student Council meets fortnightly, giving students a say in shaping school life. From improving lunchtimes to adding new activities, their ideas drive positive change. Together, we create a more inclusive, engaging environment!

🎤🌟 Torlands Got Talent! 🌟🎭

Show off your creativity in our Talent Showcase! From singing to baking, all talents are welcome. Submit your video by April 1st to your Pastoral Support Worker. Everyone’s a winner! #TorlandsGotTalent #Creativity #ShowcaseYourSkills

🌊🌿 Huge thanks to our Forest School students!

Your hard work during February’s big beach clean-up shows true show respect, have empathy, and work as one team—core values of Wave Academy Trust. Together, we’re protecting our coast! 💙 #BeachClean #PlasticFreeSchool #WaveAcademyEthos

🌍♻️ Torlands x Surfers Against Sewage!

We’re proud to renew our Plastic Free School status in collaboration with @sascapmaigns.Baku.social. This annual initiative helps us protect our planet and stay committed to sustainability. Together, we make a difference! #PlasticFreeSchool #Sustainability

🌿📚 Come with us on a Torlands #ForestSchool Adventure!

Our students explored Huccaby Bridge & St.Raphael’s old schoolroom,enjoying hot chocolates,nature&history.Hands-on learning like this builds confidence,curiosity&connection with the world.Outdoor education changes lives! #LearningThroughNature

📚🐾 Pets Reading Books – Competition Time!

Celebrate #WorldBookDay with our funniest competition yet! Take a picture of your pet “reading” and send it to us!

🏆 Prizes for the funniest!
⏳ Deadline: Fri 14 March

Let’s share laughs & a love for books! What would your pet read? #PetsReadingBooks