Proud to be part of the
Co-op Academies Trust
Proud to be part of the
Co-op Academies Trust
A Warm Welcome
From our Headteacher
Mr Richardson, Headteacher
I was appointed in June 2020 and I am delighted about what we have achieved over the last few years. In the summer exams in 2024 we have achieved our best ever Progress 8 score. This means children attending our Academy did better than students at other schools. Indeed, we were in the top 1/3 of all schools nationally. This is a wonderful achievement for our students. When Ofsted last visited us in May 2023, they judged us to be a 'good' school, where 'students wear their uniform with pride' (Ofsted, May 2023).
What an electrifying culmination to a project in Music: the Year 9 Battle of the Bands! This fantastic competition unfolded over several weeks, showcasing the incredible talent and hard work of the entire year group. We were so pleased to see many of these gifted musicians planning to continue...
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What a truly inspiring afternoon at the launch and signing for Lost in Translation, the fantastic anthology penned by our incredibly talented Year 8 and 9 students! These young writers have been part of the First Story Programme, and their dedication and creativity truly shone through.
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What an absolutely fantastic afternoon for the Year 7 football tournament! Over half the year group participated, bringing incredible energy and showcasing brilliant teamwork. Students took charge, forming their own teams and even designing unique logos, which were expertly printed by the Technology...
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Staff work hard to help pupils become well-rounded young adults. Leaders set high expectations for what they want pupils to achieve and how they can broaden their horizons beyond the local area. Many pupils appreciate these opportunities and wear their school uniform with pride.”
Leaders have put in place a systematic intervention programme, including for those pupils who need support with their phonics. This support is proving highly effective in helping pupils to catch up.
Pupils benefit from many different wider opportunities. Several pupils take part in the Co-op Young Leaders programme and get involved with community activities, including supporting primary school pupils and local charity groups.
Come and see our fantastic Academy in action. Learn more about life at the Academy, and just how we have retained our place as the highest performing non-selective school in Stoke-on-Trent. Please click the link below to register your interest.