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Our Academies

Our academies are at the heart of their local communities, each with its own unique character while sharing a common commitment to excellence. As part of Aston Community Education Trust, they work collaboratively to provide a high-quality, inclusive education where every learner is supported to achieve their full potential.

From early years through to post-16, our academies offer a broad and ambitious curriculum, strong pastoral care and a wide range of opportunities that enable children and young people to thrive and succeed.

Aston Academy

Aston Academy has an excellent reputation for achieving high standards in external examinations at both Key Stages 4 and 5. The academy is fully committed to offering a flexible curriculum that is tailored to meet the individual needs of all students. Alongside academic success, students benefit from a broad range of extra-curricular opportunities, particularly in sport and the creative arts. Aston Academy has an excellent reputation for achievement in dance and music, as well as success within the sporting arena. Sport plays a key role in school life, supported by an extensive extra-curricular programme. In one year alone, students were able to participate in 17 different sports. Overall, the academy supports both academic and personal development.

 Thurcroft Junior Academy

Thurcroft Junior Academy provides a positive, stimulating, aspirational and caring learning environment where every individual is valued and respected and where every child matters. The academy celebrates the talents and abilities of all pupils, working with them to develop new skills and build on their existing knowledge. There is a strong focus on supporting pupils to grow in confidence, independence and resilience. The academy is committed to ensuring that all children achieve their full potential. It values the strong partnerships between parents, pupils, staff and governors. By working together, the academy ensures that children receive the best possible start in their education. Pupils are supported both academically and personally to prepare them for the next stage of learning.

Lowedges Primary Academy

Lowedges Primary Academy is committed to providing high-quality learning and teaching, enabling all pupils to reach their full potential regardless of age, ability, gender or ethnicity. The academy recognises that every individual is unique and works within an inclusive environment built on mutual respect and consideration. Everyone’s contribution is valued and celebrated. There is a strong focus on supporting both academic and personal development. The academy promotes equality and inclusion in all aspects of school life. Through strong partnerships with the local and wider community, pupils are supported in developing important life skills. This helps to prepare them to successfully take their place in society.

 

Springwood Primary Academy

Springwood Primary Academy is committed to providing high-quality learning and teaching, enabling everyone to reach their full potential, whatever their age, ability, gender or ethnicity. The academy believes that every person is unique and works together in an inclusive environment of mutual respect and consideration, valuing everyone’s contribution. Through its partnership with the local and wider community, the academy aims to support young people in successfully taking their place in society. It strives for all pupils to be successful learners. It aims to develop confident individuals. The academy also encourages pupils to become responsible citizens. Pupils are supported both academically and personally throughout their learning journey.

 

Swinton Academy

Swinton Academy is committed to providing a high-quality education, enabling every student to achieve their full potential and thrive academically, socially and personally. The academy is built on high expectations and a strong set of shared values, promoting ambition and encouraging students to take pride in their learning. Students are supported to develop resilience and take responsibility for their conduct, attendance and progress. The curriculum is broad, balanced and carefully sequenced to meet the needs of all learners. The academy promotes respectful behaviour, positive relationships and a calm, purposeful environment where students feel safe and valued. Its inclusive culture is underpinned by acceptance without exception. Through strong partnerships with families and the wider community, the academy ensures that, together, we will make a difference.

Aughton Primary Academy

Aughton Primary Academy is a place where children are recognised as individuals, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. Pupils are encouraged to become confident and independent young people who thrive on challenge and are motivated to learn. The academy provides a caring, supportive and friendly learning environment in which all children can succeed. It recognises that every school has its own distinctive character. At Aughton, this “special feel” comes from the caring, supportive and friendly learning environment.

 

Listerdale Primary Academy

 

Listerdale Primary Academy is a welcoming, happy and vibrant school, where children are at the heart of everything it does. The academy aims to ensure that every child receives the best possible education, inspiring, engaging and challenging them to develop the skills, knowledge and values needed to reach their full potential. With a talented and committed staff team, the academy provides a broad curriculum alongside strong guidance, care and support, ensuring pupils leave with a love of learning and the “Listerdale Magic” qualities of resilience, kindness, pride, manners and respect.

Brookfield Primary Academy

Brookfield Primary Academy is a unique place of learning where children are nurtured, respected and motivated to achieve their best in all areas of life. Pupils are supported by skilled and committed staff, alongside supportive families within a close and proactive community, all of whom are proud of the children’s achievements. The academy provides a positive environment where children are encouraged to succeed and celebrate the wide range of opportunities and experiences on offer.

Shirebrook Academy

Shirebrook Academy is committed to inspiring all members of its community to be the best that they can be. With high ambitions and aspirations for every student, the academy promotes excellent standards and expectations, enabling learners to reach their full potential. Through a high-quality curriculum and a mutually inclusive environment, Shirebrook ensures students develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed, working in partnership with families and the wider community to prepare them for their place in society. Shirebrook Academy “A community of inspiration, excellence and opportunities for all to grow”

Temple Normanton Primary Academy

Temple Normanton Primary Academy provides a positive, stimulating and caring learning environment where every individual is valued and respected, and where every child matters. The academy is committed to providing the highest standard of education, giving each child the best foundations to become happy, confident and successful lifelong learners. It recognises that all children have talents and abilities to celebrate and supports them to discover and develop these, enabling every pupil to achieve their full potential.

Langwith Bassett Primary Academy

Langwith Bassett Primary Academy aims to provide teaching and learning which reflects all children’s learning styles. The academy prides itself on offering a creative, wide and varied curriculum where achievement, in all its forms, is celebrated. With a caring and dedicated staff team, pupils are supported to develop independence, resilience and a love of learning, preparing them for future education and later life.

Waverley Primary Academy

Waverley Primary Academy admits children aged 2–11 (FS0–Y6) and is situated at the heart of a growing community. The academy includes dedicated early years provision and specialist support for pupils with additional needs, ensuring an inclusive environment for all learners. With a broad and supportive setting, Waverley provides opportunities for children to learn, develop and thrive throughout their primary education.

 

To find out more about any of our academies, please visit their individual websites or contact the Trust directly.