Children have been learning at this school for over 100 years and Southcoates is part of the history of the area. We are proud of our history, but look to the future and the part our pupils will play in it. Since joining the Enquire Learning Trust and becoming an academy in 2014 we have been able to more sharply focus on this – we want the very best for every child that enters our doors. We want to ensure they are prepared for the next step in their education and the world of work. We are proud of the fact that Ofsted recognised this during their inspection of our school (May 2017). The report judged the school as being 'good' and states:

"Since the opening of the academy, leadership has focused strongly on strengthening the quality of teaching to improve pupils' outcomes. As a result, teaching and pupils' outcomes are now good." 

Southcoates Academy has high aspirations and expectations for every child, at the same time we maintain a caring family orientated culture. We work hard to meet the needs of all children. This is done by providing a calm, orderly environment in which every child is respected and valued. 

We aim to help each child experience success and to reach their full potential by providing the highest standard of education and care. Our academy adopts a 'whole academy approach' to special educational needs. All staff work to ensure inclusion of all pupils. The academy is committed to ensuring that pupils with special educational needs can fulfil their potential and achieve optimal educational outcomes

Southcoates has a positive ethos being Supportive, Positive helping to Achieve a collaborative approach that promotes high expectations.

Children, staff, parents and carers work together to establish excellent learning behaviours for life. 

Our school provides an enquiry based curriculum that engages children in a safe, supportive environment which ensures everyone makes sustained progress.

Southcoates Primary Academy are proud to have been part of the Enquire Learning Trust since June 2014.

The Enquire Learning Trust

Works collaboratively with its other academies and the local schools

Shares its talent and best ideas with others through school to school activities

Has access to expertise in School Improvement, HR, Finance, ICT, Payroll, Estates and Special Educational Needs.

Has a commitment to the local communities its Academies serve

Objectives

To establish a viable, sustainable and vibrant organisation that is well placed to offer excellent challenge and support to academies

For every child in the Trust to attend an outstanding academy

To ensure successful transition of academies into the Trust

To establish a distinctive and effective model for improved of all academies within the Trust.

To secure improved learning and outcomes for all children attending our academies.