It is with great pleasure that I extend a warm welcome to you from Noel-Baker Academy. I feel incredibly privileged as Headteacher to represent the incredible work undertaken by my staff in nurturing and developing the ambitions and interests of the children of our community. At Noel- Baker, I truly believe that every child is encouraged to be extraordinary.
My staff and I are dedicated to fostering an environment of excellence and high aspirations. Our mission is to ensure that each student is provided with the opportunities and support necessary to fulfil their individual potential. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of education, nurturing a culture of ambition, and instilling a lifelong love of learning.
Every member of our school community, is challenged daily to be the best version of ourselves – be that through our conduct, our endeavour or our personal resilience. Success rarely comes easily, and the most worthwhile achievements are earned through hard work and dedication. That is not to say that learning should not be fun, and we aim to encourage intellectual curiosity by delivering a rigorous and enriching curriculum. We set high expectations for all our students, encouraging them to strive for excellence in all that they do.
Our core values of Lead, Empower, Achieve, and Drive underpin our focus upon developing well rounded and successful young people. Through our curriculum and wide extra-curricular offer, we aim to build character, and I am proud to lead a school in which integrity, empathy and social justice are as highly prized as academic outcomes.
We recognise that the partnership between home and school is fundamental to the success of our students. We value open communication and collaboration with parents and guardians, and we are eager to work together to support your child’s educational journey. When trusted adults show genuine interest in a child’s ambitions, interests and achievements they attend more frequently, they progress more rapidly, and they thrive in school. Parental involvement and encouragement are vital in helping us achieve our shared goal of providing the very best educational experience for all our children.
If you want to find out more about what we do at Noel-Baker, I encourage you invest a little time to explore our website and see a small portion of the incredible achievements of our wonderful students. Hopefully, you will gleam a little of what makes our school so special.
Esse extraordinarium!
Paul Greenough – Headteacher
Helping young people find their voice 🗣️
It’s Anti-Bullying Week – our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide shares practical tips for adults to empower children to speak up 🗨️, support others 🤝 and stand against bullying 🚫
Helping young people find their voice 🗣️
It’s Anti-Bullying Week – our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide shares practical tips for adults to empower children to speak up 🗨️, support others 🤝 and stand against bullying 🚫
📚🍎School is where you discover your talents, take on new challenges, and find out what truly makes you happy. 🌟
Every day brings opportunities to learn, grow, and share moments that you’ll never forget — and when you’re not there, those unmissable experiences are missed too. 💫
So remember: attendance matters, because school means more! 🎒
#SchoolMeansMore #AttendanceMatters #KeepLearning #Don’tMissOut
📚🍎School is where you discover your talents, take on new challenges, and find out what truly makes you happy. 🌟
Every day brings opportunities to learn, grow, and share moments that you’ll never forget — and when you’re not there, those unmissable experiences are missed too. 💫
So remember: attendance matters, because school means more! 🎒
#SchoolMeansMore #AttendanceMatters #KeepLearning #Don’tMissOut
📣 GOOD MORNING, NOEL-BAKER! ☀️
🥯✨ Start your day the right way — with a FREE bagel in the canteen!
🕗 Every weekday from 8:10am – 8:25am
Come fuel up, catch up with your mates, and get ready to smash the day ahead! 💥
Breakfast = Energy = Focus = Vibes 😎
Don`t miss it — your bagel (and good vibes) are waiting!
🙌 See you there!
#BagelBreakfast #MorningMotivation #FuelYourDay #SchoolVibes #StartStrong #NoelBakerEnergy #leadacademytrust #FreeFoodFunVibes #leadacademytrust
📣 GOOD MORNING, NOEL-BAKER! ☀️
🥯✨ Start your day the right way — with a FREE bagel in the canteen!
🕗 Every weekday from 8:10am – 8:25am
Come fuel up, catch up with your mates, and get ready to smash the day ahead! 💥
Breakfast = Energy = Focus = Vibes 😎
Don`t miss it — your bagel (and good vibes) are waiting!
🙌 See you there!
#BagelBreakfast #MorningMotivation #FuelYourDay #SchoolVibes #StartStrong #NoelBakerEnergy #leadacademytrust #FreeFoodFunVibes #leadacademytrust
🌟 Half Term 1 – Merit Awards Prize Draw! 🌟
🎉 1st Prize – £25 Amazon Voucher: Gideon D – congratulations!
🥈 2nd Prize – £15 Amazon Voucher: Maisie E – well done!
🥉 3rd Prize – £15 Amazon Voucher: Isabel W – well done!
We are so proud of you all! 👏 Keep up the fantastic work!
#MeritAwards #HT1PrizeDraw #WellDone #NoelBakerEnergy #CelebratingSuccess #leadacademytrust
🌟 Half Term 1 – Merit Awards Prize Draw! 🌟
🎉 1st Prize – £25 Amazon Voucher: Gideon D – congratulations!
🥈 2nd Prize – £15 Amazon Voucher: Maisie E – well done!
🥉 3rd Prize – £15 Amazon Voucher: Isabel W – well done!
We are so proud of you all! 👏 Keep up the fantastic work!
#MeritAwards #HT1PrizeDraw #WellDone #NoelBakerEnergy #CelebratingSuccess #leadacademytrust
Gotta catch ’em all? Pokémon TCG Pocket’s colourful card battles hide spending and addiction risks 🎁💸.
This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explores how to keep young players safe while they play 🛡️ #OnlineSafety
Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4c4mk
Gotta catch ’em all? Pokémon TCG Pocket’s colourful card battles hide spending and addiction risks 🎁💸.
This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explores how to keep young players safe while they play 🛡️ #OnlineSafety
Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4c4mk
📣 Attention Year 11 Students, Parents & Carers! 🎓
Mock exams begin Tuesday 4th November and will run for two weeks. Students are required to arrive at school by 8:30 am each day. Please note that Period 6 will be paused during the mock period.
To all students: you’ve got this! 💪
Here’s how you can make the most of this time:
Prioritise good sleep – aiming for around 8 hours a night helps your brain function, remember and concentrate.
Eat well and stay hydrated – your brain needs fuel (nutritious meals) and water to stay alert and perform well.
Support each other – encourage your peers, share revision tips, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you’re unsure.
Maintain healthy habits – regular breaks, time off revision, and keeping organised will help you stay calm and focused.
Parents & Carers: your support matters! Encourage breaks, early nights, balanced meals, and a calm morning routine. Remind your child that this is a practice run, not just for grades but for building confidence and skills for their future.
Good luck to everyone – we’re all rooting for you! 👍
Kind regards,
The NBA Team
#year11mockexams2025 #leadacademytrust #workingtogether #supportingouryoungpeople #nextstepstosuccess
📣 Attention Year 11 Students, Parents & Carers! 🎓
Mock exams begin Tuesday 4th November and will run for two weeks. Students are required to arrive at school by 8:30 am each day. Please note that Period 6 will be paused during the mock period.
To all students: you’ve got this! 💪
Here’s how you can make the most of this time:
Prioritise good sleep – aiming for around 8 hours a night helps your brain function, remember and concentrate.
Eat well and stay hydrated – your brain needs fuel (nutritious meals) and water to stay alert and perform well.
Support each other – encourage your peers, share revision tips, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you’re unsure.
Maintain healthy habits – regular breaks, time off revision, and keeping organised will help you stay calm and focused.
Parents & Carers: your support matters! Encourage breaks, early nights, balanced meals, and a calm morning routine. Remind your child that this is a practice run, not just for grades but for building confidence and skills for their future.
Good luck to everyone – we’re all rooting for you! 👍
Kind regards,
The NBA Team
#year11mockexams2025 #leadacademytrust #workingtogether #supportingouryoungpeople #nextstepstosuccess
🌱🎃 Last week in our Gardening Club with Miss Hinchcliffe, we swapped trowels for carving tools!
Students got creative by carving the pumpkins we received this year — and guess what? We’re already dreaming ahead: we hope to grow our own pumpkins next year in the SEND Garden!
#GardeningClub #PumpkinCarving #SchoolGarden #SEND #NextYearGoals #leadacademytrust
🌱🎃 Last week in our Gardening Club with Miss Hinchcliffe, we swapped trowels for carving tools!
Students got creative by carving the pumpkins we received this year — and guess what? We’re already dreaming ahead: we hope to grow our own pumpkins next year in the SEND Garden!
#GardeningClub #PumpkinCarving #SchoolGarden #SEND #NextYearGoals #leadacademytrust
✨ Happy Half Term! ✨
Wishing all our amazing students and dedicated staff at Noel-Baker Academy a well-deserved break! 🌟
Take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy every moment — you`ve earned it.
We can`t wait to welcome you back on Monday 3rd November, refreshed and ready to take on the next term with energy and purpose.
#StrongerTogether #leadacademytrust #halftermbreak
✨ Happy Half Term! ✨
Wishing all our amazing students and dedicated staff at Noel-Baker Academy a well-deserved break! 🌟
Take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy every moment — you`ve earned it.
We can`t wait to welcome you back on Monday 3rd November, refreshed and ready to take on the next term with energy and purpose.
#StrongerTogether #leadacademytrust #halftermbreak
