Why Choose Us
At One Degree Academy, no child is left behind. Regardless of background, every student is supported to achieve their very best, both academically and personally.
- We deliver a research-informed curriculum and use the most effective teaching techniques
- Our students consistently outperform local and national averages across all statutory assessment points
- Our teachers are highly trained, passionate, and committed to excellence.
At One Degree Academy, no child is left behind. Regardless of background, every student is supported to achieve their very best, both academically and personally.
- We deliver a research-informed curriculum and use the most effective teaching techniques
- Our students consistently outperform local and national averages across all statutory assessment points
- Our teachers are highly trained, passionate, and committed to excellence.
A Culture of Aspiration
From the moment students step into our school, they are surrounded by love, structure, and high expectations.
We believe every student can succeed — and we set the bar high
- Behaviour is driven by our core values, and students are consistently polite, confident, and articulate.
- Our school is a safe, caring, and positive environment, where strong relationships between staff and students give it a small school, family feel.
Opportunities That Inspire and Prepare for Life
We offer a wide range of carefully planned experiences to help every student grow — all subsidised to make sure no one misses out.
- Daily chances to shine: from public speaking to lunchtime clubs, performance opportunities, and creative play
- Everyone learns a musical instrument, helping to develop discipline, confidence, and joy in learning
- Amazing trips and residentials: including camping, overnight stays on narrowboats, West End shows, museums, sports events, and dry slope skiing
- Meeting real-life role models: students are inspired by a range of VIP guests including visits from paramedics, engineers, authors — even an astronaut came to talk us!
At One Degree Academy, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life — and we do whatever it takes to make that happen.
Don’t just take our word for it, check out what Ofsted said about us.
