It is with great pleasure that I extend a warm welcome to you from Noel-Baker Academy. I feel incredibly privileged as Headteacher to represent the incredible work undertaken by my staff in nurturing and developing the ambitions and interests of the children of our community. At Noel- Baker, I truly believe that every child is encouraged to be extraordinary.
My staff and I are dedicated to fostering an environment of excellence and high aspirations. Our mission is to ensure that each student is provided with the opportunities and support necessary to fulfil their individual potential. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of education, nurturing a culture of ambition, and instilling a lifelong love of learning.
Every member of our school community, is challenged daily to be the best version of ourselves – be that through our conduct, our endeavour or our personal resilience. Success rarely comes easily, and the most worthwhile achievements are earned through hard work and dedication. That is not to say that learning should not be fun, and we aim to encourage intellectual curiosity by delivering a rigorous and enriching curriculum. We set high expectations for all our students, encouraging them to strive for excellence in all that they do.
Our core values of Lead, Empower, Achieve, and Drive underpin our focus upon developing well rounded and successful young people. Through our curriculum and wide extra-curricular offer, we aim to build character, and I am proud to lead a school in which integrity, empathy and social justice are as highly prized as academic outcomes.
We recognise that the partnership between home and school is fundamental to the success of our students. We value open communication and collaboration with parents and guardians, and we are eager to work together to support your child’s educational journey. When trusted adults show genuine interest in a child’s ambitions, interests and achievements they attend more frequently, they progress more rapidly, and they thrive in school. Parental involvement and encouragement are vital in helping us achieve our shared goal of providing the very best educational experience for all our children.
If you want to find out more about what we do at Noel-Baker, I encourage you invest a little time to explore our website and see a small portion of the incredible achievements of our wonderful students. Hopefully, you will gleam a little of what makes our school so special.
Esse extraordinarium!
Paul Greenough – Headteacher
📚 Every day counts!
National research highlights just how important regular school attendance is—especially when preparing for GCSE exams.
The Department for Education confirms that students who attend consistently are far more likely to achieve strong results, no matter their background or starting point. Simply put, the more time spent in school, the greater the chance of success.
#EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #GCSEReady #StudentSuccess #EducationMatters #LEADAcademyTrust
📚 Every day counts!
National research highlights just how important regular school attendance is—especially when preparing for GCSE exams.
The Department for Education confirms that students who attend consistently are far more likely to achieve strong results, no matter their background or starting point. Simply put, the more time spent in school, the greater the chance of success.
#EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #GCSEReady #StudentSuccess #EducationMatters #LEADAcademyTrust
🎨 World Art Day 2026 at Noel-Baker Academy 🎨
On 15th April, we celebrated World Art Day with a special visit from the incredibly talented artist, Christopher Green (born 1965, England).
Christopher has been passionate about art from a very young age, always driven to create, draw, and paint. After studying Illustration, he built a successful career producing highly detailed, realistic paintings, working with major publishers like Penguin Books and leading creative industries. Over time, he transitioned from commercial work to focusing entirely on his own personal artistic vision—creating beautifully composed pieces that capture the essence and beauty of a moment.
Our students thoroughly enjoyed the visit—they were fully engaged, asked thoughtful questions, and were inspired by Christopher’s journey and work.
A huge thank you to Christopher for visiting us at Noel-Baker Academy and sharing your passion and expertise!
#WorldArtDay #ArtEducation #Inspiration #StudentEngagement #NoelBakerAcademy #LeadAcademyTrust #CreativeLearning 🎨
🎨 World Art Day 2026 at Noel-Baker Academy 🎨
On 15th April, we celebrated World Art Day with a special visit from the incredibly talented artist, Christopher Green (born 1965, England).
Christopher has been passionate about art from a very young age, always driven to create, draw, and paint. After studying Illustration, he built a successful career producing highly detailed, realistic paintings, working with major publishers like Penguin Books and leading creative industries. Over time, he transitioned from commercial work to focusing entirely on his own personal artistic vision—creating beautifully composed pieces that capture the essence and beauty of a moment.
Our students thoroughly enjoyed the visit—they were fully engaged, asked thoughtful questions, and were inspired by Christopher’s journey and work.
A huge thank you to Christopher for visiting us at Noel-Baker Academy and sharing your passion and expertise!
#WorldArtDay #ArtEducation #Inspiration #StudentEngagement #NoelBakerAcademy #LeadAcademyTrust #CreativeLearning 🎨
Last week, Year 9 & 10 students celebrated completing the Switching Formations programme with a visit to Pride Park Stadium ⚽
A powerful day of workshops, learning, and reflection — supporting positive choices and future pathways.
#DCCT #DerbyCounty #PridePark #SwitchingFormations #PositiveChoices #InspiringYoungPeople #CommunityImpact #leadacademytrust
Last week, Year 9 & 10 students celebrated completing the Switching Formations programme with a visit to Pride Park Stadium ⚽
A powerful day of workshops, learning, and reflection — supporting positive choices and future pathways.
#DCCT #DerbyCounty #PridePark #SwitchingFormations #PositiveChoices #InspiringYoungPeople #CommunityImpact #leadacademytrust
Feeling stressed or worried can sometimes make school feel like a big challenge — but you’re not alone, and there are ways to make it easier. Learning simple techniques to stay calm and handle everyday pressures can help you feel more ready and confident each day.
Small steps really do make a big difference. Taking a moment to breathe, talk things through, or reset can help you feel more in control and prepared to learn. You’ve got this—one day, one step at a time 💪✨
#leadacademytrust #YouveGotThis #StayPositive #StudentWellbeing #MindsetMatters #SmallStepsBigChange #ReadyToLearn #BeYourBest
Feeling stressed or worried can sometimes make school feel like a big challenge — but you’re not alone, and there are ways to make it easier. Learning simple techniques to stay calm and handle everyday pressures can help you feel more ready and confident each day.
Small steps really do make a big difference. Taking a moment to breathe, talk things through, or reset can help you feel more in control and prepared to learn. You’ve got this—one day, one step at a time 💪✨
#leadacademytrust #YouveGotThis #StayPositive #StudentWellbeing #MindsetMatters #SmallStepsBigChange #ReadyToLearn #BeYourBest
Every school day matters.
Showing up consistently helps you grow your knowledge, strengthen friendships, and build confidence in yourself.
Each day is a fresh step forward—small efforts add up to big progress over time. Keep showing up, keep learning, and watch yourself thrive.
Here’s how you can make the most of every day ✨
#leadacademytrust #EveryDayCounts #KeepLearning #StudentSuccess #ConfidenceBuilding #SchoolLife #StayMotivated #LearningJourney
Every school day matters.
Showing up consistently helps you grow your knowledge, strengthen friendships, and build confidence in yourself.
Each day is a fresh step forward—small efforts add up to big progress over time. Keep showing up, keep learning, and watch yourself thrive.
Here’s how you can make the most of every day ✨
#leadacademytrust #EveryDayCounts #KeepLearning #StudentSuccess #ConfidenceBuilding #SchoolLife #StayMotivated #LearningJourney
🌅 Start the Week the Right Way at NBA Bagel Breakfast Club!
Pop in, grab a warm bagel, catch up with friends, and ease into the week with a smile. 🙌
📅 Every weekday
⏰ 8:10–8:25am
✨ Fresh bagels
✨ Friendly faces
✨ The perfect start to your morning, every morning!
#BagelBreakfastClub #MorningMotivation #StartYourWeekRight #BreakfastClub #GoodVibesOnly #FriendsAndFood #leadacademytrust
🌅 Start the Week the Right Way at NBA Bagel Breakfast Club!
Pop in, grab a warm bagel, catch up with friends, and ease into the week with a smile. 🙌
📅 Every weekday
⏰ 8:10–8:25am
✨ Fresh bagels
✨ Friendly faces
✨ The perfect start to your morning, every morning!
#BagelBreakfastClub #MorningMotivation #StartYourWeekRight #BreakfastClub #GoodVibesOnly #FriendsAndFood #leadacademytrust
