Our mission is to be exceptional
Our values of confidence, ambition, respect and determination are at the heart of our approach to student voice and leadership. They provide a strong foundation for creating meaningful opportunities that empower students to play an active and positive role in academy life.
We believe every student should have the opportunity to develop their potential by taking on roles and responsibilities throughout the academic year. Through leadership, collaboration and active participation, students can make a genuine contribution to the continued improvement of our academy while developing the confidence and determination to make a difference.
Student leadership is central to creating a community in which young people feel valued, respected and inspired to achieve their ambitions. These opportunities encourage students to express their ideas, listen to others, take responsibility and work together towards shared goals.
By developing these qualities, we prepare our students not only for success within the academy, but also for life in modern democratic Britain and an increasingly connected global society. We are committed to creating an inclusive community where equal opportunities are championed, different beliefs and perspectives are respected, and every student has the confidence to have their voice heard.
Together, through confidence, ambition, respect and determination, we strive to be exceptional.
Current opportunities for students
Heads of Houses
Students in Year 12 can apply to be on the Head Team. They function as the highest representatives of the student body who can present student issues to the Chair of Governors and the Principal. The Head Team plays a vital role within the Sixth Form and across the academy, serving as ambassadors for the student body and role models for the wider school community. Through their leadership, they exemplify the academy’s core character values of confidence, ambition, respect, and determination, inspiring others through their actions and commitment.
Prefects
Students in Year 10 can apply to be a Prefect. The Prefects plays a vital role within the school and across the academy, serving as ambassadors for the school through their confidence in leadership, ambition to improve the student experience, respect for all members of the school community, and determination to achieve excellence, they help to ensure high standards, positive relationships, and successful character values for every student.
KS3 Captains
Students in Years 7-9 can apply to be a KS3 Captain. Captain roles include House Captain, Personal Development Captain and Music Captain.
KS3 Captains – House Captain
Responsibilities
- Lead by example, consistently demonstrating the academy’s character values of confidence, ambition, respect, and determination, while upholding the highest standards of conduct and professionalism
- Attend meetings to assist with the planning and development of NOA events
- Working with the head team and prefects to represent your house and promoting student involvement in house competitions
KS3 Captains – Personal Development Captain
Responsibilities
- Lead by example, consistently demonstrating the academy’s character values of confidence, ambition, respect, and determination, while upholding the highest standards of conduct and professionalism
- Collecting student voice and liaising with Mrs Bannister and Mrs Mainwaring to present findings
- Being an ambassador for careers education and personal development within NOA
KS3 Captains – Music Captain
Responsibilities
- Lead by example, consistently demonstrating the academy’s character values of confidence, ambition, respect, and determination, while upholding the highest standards of conduct and professionalism
- Weekly duty in the music department making sure that the area is kept tidy and all rooms have equipment
- Attend meetings to support the planning of music events
Duke of Edinburgh programme
Students who are interested in a recognised leadership and skills course while demonstrating energy, self-discipline, commitment and a capacity for teamwork can apply for the Duke of Edinburgh programme. Achieving an award will give students the skills, confidence and view on life that is highly sought after by employers, colleges and universities. Students can access the qualification after school on Thursdays.
More info: Miss Roberts
Student Librarians
This group of students is trained to support the library in all its work. Roles include working in the library during break and lunch-times and after school. These students play an active part in all aspects of the library including learning to use the library computer system, issuing and receiving books, shelving and overseeing the computer area.
More info: Dr Root
Buddy readers
Sixth formers participate in the reading initiative. The older students volunteer and are then paired with a Key Stage 3 student to help them improve their literacy by listening to them read during tutor time.