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The provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs continues to develop and grow. The
development of Specialist Provisions, the addition of new Teaching Staff and Learning Support
Assistants reflects both the confidence and commitment of the Board of Governors and the
Education Authority to pursue this avenue of inclusivity within the mainstream setting… after all
the non-selective controlled sector is #opentoall.
Interim estates approved and granted have just been completed… expanding the Bellfort
Accommodation. A senior pupil summarised it well by saying, this area of the school grounds has
become a ‘village’. There is no doubt teaching space and resource has now become a crucial factor
to support the parallel development of specialist and mainstream growth.
The grades achieved in August… by all pupils… the many achievements throughout the year, are
testament to what is possible where there is a culture of positive mindset! We remain committed
to the best possible provision for the children in our care, in and out of the classroom, through
enrichment, on or off the stage, and on or off the pitch! School is a culture determined by a
committed team where we are building on opportunity and success. I mentioned the senior pupil
who used the likeness of a ‘village’, what we can agree is that it takes a ‘village to raise a child’,
this phrase captures how an entire community must interact and engage to spur and unlock the
potential that lies within everyone. I believe, it captures the interconnectedness of our College
Community which has prepared us for the next chapter… yet to be written!
Equally, we cannot underestimate the importance of our Christian Ethos and to quote from ‘The
Prayer’ performed beautifully by the Chamber Choir, ‘I’ll pray you’ll be our eyes and watch us
where we go…. Help us to be wise and guide us with Your grace… Let this be our prayer.’
So, to my pupils, my staff (past and present), and my parent body… together… let us take courage
from the year that has passed and move forward in unity…
Mr Chairman, Governors, Guests & Friends, Staff, Parents and Pupils, I have much pleasure in
presenting this report for the year 2023/24.
Thank you
