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Communication
Communication is at the heart of all we do, to ensure all our pupils have a voice
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Compassion
We are kind to each other
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Challenge
By challenging yourself and others, you push the boundaries of what you and they can achieve. Challenges build confidence, resilience, and motivation
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Consistency
Consistency creates reassurance, which provides a sense of control
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Commitment
We are here for you! Helping us stick to our goals and clarifying our vision
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Confidence
Confidence helps us try again. It helps us feel ready for life’s experiences
Welcome from our headteacher Melanie Hall-Judd
Welcome to Heron Academy, a SLD/ PMLD with complex needs school, committed to providing outstanding education to young people.
At Heron, we aim to enrich lives, by providing a secure, caring and supportive environment where our pupils are valued, understood, respected and challenged. We strive to deliver a curriculum that promotes lifelong learning and stimulates pupils’ creativity through specialist technology and high-quality learning experiences in school and the community. We believe every pupil has the right to achieve their full potential, and our commitment to a strong partnership with all stakeholders is the key to this success. We welcome you on this journey as we endeavour to provide the best quality education for our pupils.
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Our aims, values and ethos are at the core of everything we do. They underpin our teaching and learning, creating an environment that helps our pupils become confident, happy citizens. Heron Academy is a place where pupils flourish. We put the pupil's needs at the heart of everything we do. Our core values include the 6 C's which are: Communication, Compassion, Challenge, Consistency, Commitment and Confidence.
- Thank you for having me! It was really powerful seeing your staff and pupils today. Seeing your growth is fantastic and clearly a huge amount of work has been undertaken.
Juliet Chua CB, Department for Education’s Director General for Schools - I would like to take a moment to commend teaching assistant Dwayne for his outstanding performance at Heron Academy since my son was in year 7. His dedication and commitment have been truly impressive, especially in managing Daniel's behaviour. Dwayne's approach has been consistently positive, and he has shown great patience and understanding, making a significant difference in Daniel’s progress.
Parent of Daniel 14, a Heron Academy pupil - Maria at Heron Academy is an exceptional teacher, a brilliant mentor, she goes above and beyond for Jamie, as well as all the other students she teaches. Jamie has gone from a shy, nervous little boy to a confident and bright young man, and that is all down to Maria's determination to help Jamie succeed.
Sharon Azzopardi, parent of Jamie, a Heron Academy pupil
