Proud to be part of the
Co-op Academies Trust
A Warm Welcome
From our Headteacher
Mr Richardson, Headteacher
I am incredibly proud to be Headteacher of Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent. I was appointed in June 2020 and I am delighted about what we have achieved over the last few years: in 2022 we were the highest performing non-selective school in Stoke on Trent and most recently Ofsted judged us to be a ‘good’ school where students ‘wear their school uniform with pride’ (Ofsted: May 2023).
This week, students who are part of Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent’s Scholars’ Programme attended their first guest lecture, featuring Cameron Brown from Swan Physio. The session offered an exciting glimpse into the world of physiotherapy, inspiring scholars to explore careers in this dyna...
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This week, Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent is celebrating Creative Careers Week, giving students the chance to explore the vast and exciting opportunities within the creative industries.
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We were thrilled to welcome the BBC Bitesize Careers Roadshow to Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent this week! Each year group from 7 to 10 had a dedicated one-hour session, packed with career insights, practical advice, and local pride.
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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.