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
🎄 Reminder: Attendance Christmas Raffle! 🎄
Don’t forget — our Attendance Christmas Raffle is running from 15th–19th December! All pupils with 100% attendance each week have received raffle tickets, and daily prize draws are happening throughout the week. Make sure you hand in your tickets… you need to be in it to win it!
🎄 Reminder: Attendance Christmas Raffle! 🎄
Don’t forget — our Attendance Christmas Raffle is running from 15th–19th December! All pupils with 100% attendance each week have received raffle tickets, and daily prize draws are happening throughout the week. Make sure you hand in your tickets… you need to be in it to win it!
🏆 EXCELLENT AWARD GOLD & OPPP WINNERS
We’re proud to share that the EQUANS Hard FM team at Derby School has been awarded GOLD & OPPP Awards, Community Engagement of the Year Winners, following a heartfelt nomination from the school itself! 🌟
This recognition celebrates the incredible dedication, time, effort, and investment put into a 2-year project supporting Miss Hinchcliffe and the SEND Hub Garden Club.
🌱 Project Highlights
Part 1:
• Laid 36 tonnes of limestone aggregate using wheelbarrows
• Installed membrane over 3 days of hard work
Part 2:
• Created 52m² of wheelchair access to the garden
• Moved 30 tonnes of red quarry to skips over 2 days
• Installed membrane and shuttering
• Delivered and laid 22 tonnes of MOT and 8 tonnes of golden gravel
This project has truly transformed the garden into an accessible, inclusive space for students — a shining example of teamwork, commitment, and community impact.
👏 Well done team — you’ve made a lasting difference!
#EQUANS #TeamEQUANS #CommunityImpact #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveSpaces #SENDSupport #AwardWinners #ProudMoment #HardFM #DerbySchool #MakingADifference #Congratulations#leadacademytrust
🏆 EXCELLENT AWARD GOLD & OPPP WINNERS
We’re proud to share that the EQUANS Hard FM team at Derby School has been awarded GOLD & OPPP Awards, Community Engagement of the Year Winners, following a heartfelt nomination from the school itself! 🌟
This recognition celebrates the incredible dedication, time, effort, and investment put into a 2-year project supporting Miss Hinchcliffe and the SEND Hub Garden Club.
🌱 Project Highlights
Part 1:
• Laid 36 tonnes of limestone aggregate using wheelbarrows
• Installed membrane over 3 days of hard work
Part 2:
• Created 52m² of wheelchair access to the garden
• Moved 30 tonnes of red quarry to skips over 2 days
• Installed membrane and shuttering
• Delivered and laid 22 tonnes of MOT and 8 tonnes of golden gravel
This project has truly transformed the garden into an accessible, inclusive space for students — a shining example of teamwork, commitment, and community impact.
👏 Well done team — you’ve made a lasting difference!
#EQUANS #TeamEQUANS #CommunityImpact #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveSpaces #SENDSupport #AwardWinners #ProudMoment #HardFM #DerbySchool #MakingADifference #Congratulations#leadacademytrust
🎄 Reminder: Attendance Christmas Raffle! 🎄
Don’t forget — our Attendance Christmas Raffle is running from 15th–19th December! All pupils with 100% attendance each week have received raffle tickets, and daily prize draws are happening throughout the week. Make sure you hand in your tickets… you need to be in it to win it!
🎄 Reminder: Attendance Christmas Raffle! 🎄
Don’t forget — our Attendance Christmas Raffle is running from 15th–19th December! All pupils with 100% attendance each week have received raffle tickets, and daily prize draws are happening throughout the week. Make sure you hand in your tickets… you need to be in it to win it!
🎄 Attendance Christmas Raffle 🎄
Our Attendance Christmas Raffle, running from 15th–19th December, has brought lots of excitement to school this week! Students who achieved 100% attendance each week earned raffle tickets for the chance to win some fantastic prizes, with daily draws taking place throughout the week. It’s been wonderful to see so many pupils taking part and celebrating their amazing attendance efforts.
✨ A Huge Thank You! ✨
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the organisations and individuals who generously donated prizes for this event. Your support has helped make our raffle truly special and has given our students something to look forward to during this festive season. We deeply appreciate your kindness and contribution.
#AttendanceMatters #ChristmasRaffle #SchoolCommunity #ThankYou #StudentSuccess #FestiveFun #SchoolLife #PrizeDraw #GoodAttendance #CommunitySupport#leadacademytrust
🎄 Attendance Christmas Raffle 🎄
Our Attendance Christmas Raffle, running from 15th–19th December, has brought lots of excitement to school this week! Students who achieved 100% attendance each week earned raffle tickets for the chance to win some fantastic prizes, with daily draws taking place throughout the week. It’s been wonderful to see so many pupils taking part and celebrating their amazing attendance efforts.
✨ A Huge Thank You! ✨
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the organisations and individuals who generously donated prizes for this event. Your support has helped make our raffle truly special and has given our students something to look forward to during this festive season. We deeply appreciate your kindness and contribution.
#AttendanceMatters #ChristmasRaffle #SchoolCommunity #ThankYou #StudentSuccess #FestiveFun #SchoolLife #PrizeDraw #GoodAttendance #CommunitySupport#leadacademytrust
Toy scalping, fakes and online scams are more than just frustrating, they can impact children’s wellbeing and financial understanding.
This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explores how bots and unscrupulous sellers snap up high-demand toys and resell them at inflated prices, and how young people can be targeted by scams. Learn how to talk to children about fairness, spotting scams, and staying safe online.
Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4hxpi
Toy scalping, fakes and online scams are more than just frustrating, they can impact children’s wellbeing and financial understanding.
This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explores how bots and unscrupulous sellers snap up high-demand toys and resell them at inflated prices, and how young people can be targeted by scams. Learn how to talk to children about fairness, spotting scams, and staying safe online.
Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4hxpi
🌟 Good News Story! 🌟
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from NBA!
🎉 Zara M-T (Year 11) has been announced as one of the final four candidates for Derby Youth Mayor 2026. This outstanding achievement reflects her dedication, leadership skills, and passion for giving young people a voice across the city.
During last night’s penultimate selection round, Zara impressed the panel and earned her place in the final stage of the process. Her next step is to create a campaign video, which will be shared with all Derby schools in the third week of January. Students citywide will then be invited to cast their votes.
We are incredibly proud of Zara and all she has achieved so far.
⭐Well done, Zara — we look forward to cheering you on through the final stage!
👏 Congratulations! 👏
#GoodNewsStory #ProudSchool #StudentSuccess #YouthLeadership #DerbyYouthMayor #FutureLeaders #NBACommunity #SchoolPride #CongratulationsZara#leadacademytrust
🌟 Good News Story! 🌟
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from NBA!
🎉 Zara M-T (Year 11) has been announced as one of the final four candidates for Derby Youth Mayor 2026. This outstanding achievement reflects her dedication, leadership skills, and passion for giving young people a voice across the city.
During last night’s penultimate selection round, Zara impressed the panel and earned her place in the final stage of the process. Her next step is to create a campaign video, which will be shared with all Derby schools in the third week of January. Students citywide will then be invited to cast their votes.
We are incredibly proud of Zara and all she has achieved so far.
⭐Well done, Zara — we look forward to cheering you on through the final stage!
👏 Congratulations! 👏
#GoodNewsStory #ProudSchool #StudentSuccess #YouthLeadership #DerbyYouthMayor #FutureLeaders #NBACommunity #SchoolPride #CongratulationsZara#leadacademytrust
🌟 Rise and shine, Noel-Baker — even on those dark, chilly mornings! 🌟
The best way to warm up and start your day right? Join us for Bagel Breakfast Club — Every week day, 8:10am to 8:25am in the canteen.
Enjoy a FREE bagel, catch up with friends, and fuel up with good vibes before the day begins. ☕✨
Cold mornings feel better together — so come on in, grab your bagel, and let’s make every day a success! 💪
#BagelBreakfastClub #FuelForSuccess #StartStrong #WarmUpWithUs #MorningMotivation #NoelBakerEnergy #LeadAcademyTrust #DerbyCityInclusionPartnership
🌟 Rise and shine, Noel-Baker — even on those dark, chilly mornings! 🌟
The best way to warm up and start your day right? Join us for Bagel Breakfast Club — Every week day, 8:10am to 8:25am in the canteen.
Enjoy a FREE bagel, catch up with friends, and fuel up with good vibes before the day begins. ☕✨
Cold mornings feel better together — so come on in, grab your bagel, and let’s make every day a success! 💪
#BagelBreakfastClub #FuelForSuccess #StartStrong #WarmUpWithUs #MorningMotivation #NoelBakerEnergy #LeadAcademyTrust #DerbyCityInclusionPartnership
Our next drop-in event is coming up next week at Holmewood Library!
📅 Date: Thursday 111th December 2025
🕒 Time: Drop-in runs from 10:00am-16:00pm
📍 Location: Holmewood Community Centre, Heath Road, Holmewood, Chesterfield, S42 5RB
No booking is needed – just turn up on the day to access the drop-in and speak to one of our advisors for autism-related support, information, and guidance.
Our services are open to everyone, including autistic individuals (pre, post, and self-diagnosis all valid), parents/carers, friends, extended family, and professionals.
Everyone is welcome, and we`re happy to help in any way we can!
We look forward to seeing you there 😊
If you can`t make our drop-in events but would still like to access support, please don’t hesitate to contact the service via our phoneline or email for over-the-phone or virtual support.
📞 01332 228790
✉️ [email protected]
💻 www.autisminformationservice.org.uk
Our next drop-in event is coming up next week at Holmewood Library!
📅 Date: Thursday 111th December 2025
🕒 Time: Drop-in runs from 10:00am-16:00pm
📍 Location: Holmewood Community Centre, Heath Road, Holmewood, Chesterfield, S42 5RB
No booking is needed – just turn up on the day to access the drop-in and speak to one of our advisors for autism-related support, information, and guidance.
Our services are open to everyone, including autistic individuals (pre, post, and self-diagnosis all valid), parents/carers, friends, extended family, and professionals.
Everyone is welcome, and we`re happy to help in any way we can!
We look forward to seeing you there 😊
If you can`t make our drop-in events but would still like to access support, please don’t hesitate to contact the service via our phoneline or email for over-the-phone or virtual support.
📞 01332 228790
✉️ [email protected]
💻 www.autisminformationservice.org.uk
