Introduction
Welcome to Astrea Academy Dearne! We hope that this introduction will give you a feel for our academy and for the passion we have here for every single young person to gain an exceptional education.
Welcome from the Principal
Welcome to Astrea Academy Dearne, an 11-16 secondary school in Goldthorpe, Barnsley. The academy is part of Astrea Academy Trust, a highly successful multi-academy trust of primary and secondary academies in Cambridgeshire and South Yorkshire.
Astrea Academy Dearne, judged as a “Good” school by Ofsted, is fully committed to an inclusive, comprehensive curriculum for all, which is underpinned by our five core values: scholarship, curiosity, tenacity, responsibility and respect.
We work hard to prepare young people for an ever-changing world that values self-confident, well-educated and enterprising individuals. To ensure scholars are prepared for their futures we provide an exceptional education relevant to the 21st Century that emphasises traditional standards of uniform, discipline and respect.
Standards and high expectations are very important to us and we are extremely proud of the many achievements of scholars and staff at the academy. We aim to excite young people about their learning and to celebrate their successes. Our staff seek to inspire through excellent teaching and learning, promoting strong rates of progress for all scholars, regardless of background.
We aim to provide the highest quality of pastoral care and academic standards, helping to develop in our scholars a keen sense of pride in themselves, their academy and the wider community. We recognise the crucial role that parents/carers have in this respect and so strive to work in strong partnership with them throughout their children’s time with us.
Our supportive approach enables everyone to develop the skills and knowledge required to be responsible and considerate individuals suited to the demands of our ever-changing multicultural society. We place a high emphasis on positive behaviour which ensures the academy is a happy and safe place within which to learn. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.
Mr Amir Arezoo
Associate Principal