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We understand that our pupils are the future of our community. Therefore, everything we do at David Livingstone Academy strives to ensure that each child is successful; better placed to make knowledge-informed decisions about their future, and that of the world.

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School News / 1 Mar

Please have a look at our latest school newsletters below to keep up to date with everything that’s happening in our school: /news-dates/newsletters.

Parent/Carer Coffee Mornings Spring 2025

School News / 2 Feb

We loved having so many parents and carers attend our Spring Term Coffee Mornings, to find out about what we'll be learning about this term. If you weren't able to make it, or would like a refresh, please find all presentations here.

Parent/Carer Coffee Mornings Autumn 2024

School News / 27 Sep

We loved hosting parents and carers at our Year 1-6 Autumn Coffee Mornings over the last fortnight. Please find the content discussed here.

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Today our school came alive with our annual Cultural Carnival! Children proudly wore their heritage and took part in diverse activities celebrating traditions from around the world. 🌍 pic.twitter.com/vI4fBYHgeb— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) October 16, 2025

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We loved seeing Reception’s incredible Diwali station today — a joyful celebration filled with light, love, and learning! 🪔💫 pic.twitter.com/ccAAr3aOLs— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) October 9, 2025

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⚽ Parents took the pitch, children brought the cheers — DL’s after-school Parent Football Match was a blast! 💥 Big shoutout to the Blue Team for their 8-4 win! 💙👏 pic.twitter.com/vm2H29XRcS— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) October 9, 2025

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We’re proud to share that David Livingstone achieved an OUTSTANDING rating in our latest Ofsted inspection at the end of the summer term! Huge congratulations to our entire school community — this is your success! pic.twitter.com/oz2wzNqDve— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) September 26, 2025

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Huge thanks to our amazing Reception team for organising a fantastic bake sale and raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support! Your hard work (and delicious bakes!) made a real difference. 💚🧁 pic.twitter.com/xVAzsOOp8l— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) September 26, 2025

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A huge shoutout to Coach Chris for hosting an unforgettable Sports Day! 🏅 The whole school got involved in a day full of energy, teamwork, and fun. Congratulations to Yellow House for taking home the overall win! 👏 pic.twitter.com/Bu9S0q4H1v— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) July 3, 2025

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Year 6 had a fantastic time today exploring fossils and discovering how they provide evidence for the theory of evolution! 🦴🔍 #PrimaryScience #Fossils #Evolution #Year6Learning pic.twitter.com/PqZmWlcINy— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 25, 2025

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Year 6 have been putting their creativity to the test with some amazing graffiti typography in Art! Fantastic work, everyone! pic.twitter.com/yIVtzOoNaz— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 24, 2025

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Our Year 6 children showed amazing courage during today’s abseiling adventure—descending from a very BIG height! We were incredibly impressed by their bravery. pic.twitter.com/ficuBvVGIy— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 23, 2025

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Hit or miss, I’m always on point #PGL #Archery pic.twitter.com/4SNumT4KAM— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 22, 2025

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Y6 DL children loved working as a team during Jacob’s Ladder this morning! #PGL #Resilience pic.twitter.com/HulcA0g2JW— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 22, 2025

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An incredible day at PGL! The children showed true resilience on the trapeze, teamwork and problem-solving during raft building, and had loads of fun with Aeroball and rifle shooting. pic.twitter.com/Qr8o4hhhjH— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 21, 2025

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Day 1 at St Marchant’s Hill is complete! The children had a fantastic time playing outdoor games, enjoyed some delicious food (with the flavoured water being a big hit!), and are now tucked up in bed, resting for an exciting Day 2. Stay tuned for more updates! pic.twitter.com/jL2qDmFnep— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 20, 2025

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Congratulations to the DLA boys football team who won the tournament at @TurnhamPrimary and through to the @thesteptrust finals. pic.twitter.com/dXQScAGW2o— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 19, 2025

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Congratulations to the DLA girls football team who came third in the @thesteptrust tournament at @TurnhamPrimary They showcased skill, talent and great sportsmanship. pic.twitter.com/RXPq1HNBiO— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 19, 2025

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Congratulations to @DL_Academy, the very worthy runner-up team of the STEP #Debating Championship 2025! pic.twitter.com/I4pykvN3DD— STEP Academy Trust (@thesteptrust) June 16, 2025

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The standard of #oracy at the STEP #Debating Championship final was excellent! A huge well done to @BedParkAcad & @DL_Academy, whose compelling arguments and confident delivery made them incredibly worthy finalists. Their ability to command the room was brilliant! pic.twitter.com/gKnF9axDUT— STEP Academy Trust (@thesteptrust) June 16, 2025

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Year 4 had an inspiring day at the Tate Modern. Exploring incredible art, asking big questions, and seeing creativity come to life. #YoungArtists #TateModern #Year4Adventures pic.twitter.com/w8rslx47a8— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) June 4, 2025

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Year 2 and Year 3 had a great day at the athletics festival hosted by @BenedictAcad. Well done guys! pic.twitter.com/AMtIAh1AeK— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) May 24, 2025

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The children at David Livingstone had a fantastic time at Cheerleading Club this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/ckG2BGC43l— DL Academy (@DL_Academy) May 23, 2025

Twitter - @dl_academy / 23 May

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