Reach Primary Learning Centre is now called Cockburn Reach Academy, following a successful pre-registration inspection from Ofsted.
They have now become a registered independent school. The school was already part of the Cockburn Multi-academy Trust but will now work more closely with the other Cockburn MAT schools across the south of Leeds and join them on their journey of ‘Transformation to Excellence’. The Cockburn MAT’s shared vision is to create a group of exceptional schools that radically improve students’ life chances.
They seek to widen their aspirations; to reach destinations that are attainable and fulfilling. They work to raise attainment and provide exceptional teaching and learning for all of their students through high expectations of academic success and behaviour. Being part of the Cockburn MAT provides a structure that allows for collaboration, resource sharing and mutual support among a group of excellent schools in south Leeds.
Cockburn Reach Academy, located at Northcote Crescent, Leeds, is an alternative provision, with a fabulous staff team who strive to support pupils and families, enabling them to stay in education. They provide education for up to 40 pupils aged five to 11 years. The school supports children with mild to moderate social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). The school helps children who are at risk of suspension or permanent exclusion return to mainstream or an appropriate long term specialist school.
Ofsted said “There is a comprehensive educational offer that will be available to any pupils who attend this proposed school.” They added that “The school clearly illustrates its intention to provide a flexible curriculum to meet the needs of each pupil. The curriculum will include personalised pastoral support for pupils. This will allow pupils to work on their personal and emotional development, alongside their academic learning.”
Mrs Ali Quinn, who has been the Head of School for over seven years said
“I am delighted to be able to continue to celebrate the great learning, achievements and successes of all the pupils. Everybody is included at Cockburn Reach Academy, and I am proud to lead a team of dedicated staff who work together to provide a broad, balanced and sequenced curriculum that supports all.”
Mr David Gurney, CEO of the Cockburn MAT, said
“I am fortunate to work alongside dedicated teams of staff that are relentless in their determination to secure the very best outcomes for the young people we serve. I very pleased that Cockburn Reach Academy has become a registered independent school and look forward to the next chapter of their excellent work in supporting and educating young people in our community.”
This post is based on a press release issued by Cockburn Multi-academy Trust
Photo: Hands on learning in the garden at Reach
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