Tuxford Academy has had a long tradition of outstanding pastoral care and it is, undoubtedly, one of the strengths of Tuxford Academy. This was confirmed at the Ofsted Inspection in 2009, and the one before that (in 2005).
However, due to the increasing popularity of Tuxford Academy, the student population has been growing steadily. The student population, including the Post-16 Centre, is approximately 1500.
We want to provide a closer level of support for each child, and to help them to face the challenges ahead. Following a review of its pastoral structure the school introduced a model to better meet the needs of the present and future generations of Tuxford students.
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People and learning relationships should be placed at the heart of education at Tuxford.
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Every child should receive a high level of individual care and attention that will help them reach their true potential.
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Every child should have a strong sense of belonging and identity.
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Every child should not feel 'lost' in such a big school.
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The majority of Tuxford students come to us from small village schools; we want to continue that 'small school' feel that contributes so much to our ethos.
From September 2009 we have operated a College System. Students are organised into four Colleges that serve as their pastoral bases.
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Each College consists of 280 - 300 students from the 11-16 age group.
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Each College is organised into 15 Learning Teams.
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Each Learning Team consists of approximately 20 students and one Learning Leader from the staff body. Many Learning Teams also have an Assistant Learning Leader.
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Post 16 students are also assigned to Colleges, and regularly work with 11-16 students within timetabled Learning Time.