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
🥯 Midweek Motivation = Bagel Breakfast Club! 🎉
It’s the first day back after summer—and our very FIRST Breakfast Club of the year!
Kick off the new term with a bagel and a boost—because returning to school never tasted so good! 💪
Why roll in today? Let us break it down:
✨ Refresh your brain – Reset your focus after the break!
📈 Smash your goals – Big dreams start with this first bite!
⚡ Fuel your energy – You’ve got this… and we’ve got the bagels.
🍎 Feel good, stay strong – A full tummy = a focused you!
It’s fun, FREE, and the perfect way to jump into the new year!
One day only—or make it a habit: Every morning, 8:10 → 8:25
Come hungry, leave happy! Bagel Breakfast Club = THE place to be today and every day!
#BagelBreakfastClub #FuelForSuccess #StartStrong #DerbyCityInclusionPartnership
🥯 Midweek Motivation = Bagel Breakfast Club! 🎉
It’s the first day back after summer—and our very FIRST Breakfast Club of the year!
Kick off the new term with a bagel and a boost—because returning to school never tasted so good! 💪
Why roll in today? Let us break it down:
✨ Refresh your brain – Reset your focus after the break!
📈 Smash your goals – Big dreams start with this first bite!
⚡ Fuel your energy – You’ve got this… and we’ve got the bagels.
🍎 Feel good, stay strong – A full tummy = a focused you!
It’s fun, FREE, and the perfect way to jump into the new year!
One day only—or make it a habit: Every morning, 8:10 → 8:25
Come hungry, leave happy! Bagel Breakfast Club = THE place to be today and every day!
#BagelBreakfastClub #FuelForSuccess #StartStrong #DerbyCityInclusionPartnership
📚✨ WELCOME TO NOEL-BAKER ACADEMY – SEPTEMBER 2025 ✨📚
We’re so excited to welcome back our fantastic Year 11 students as they begin their final, all-important year—and an extra special welcome to our new Year 7s joining us for the very first time! 🎉👋
This is a fresh start, a new chapter, and a year full of opportunities—achievements to unlock, new friendships to build, and memories to make.
At Noel-Baker Academy, we believe in:
🤝 Feeling included and supported
💬 Building trust and respect with staff and peers
💡 Making the most of every learning opportunity
🌱 Growing socially and academically
🏆 Putting in the effort—because you only get out what you put in
📅 Remembering: Every day matters. Attendance matters.
Be courageous. Be kind. Be part of the team.
Let’s make 2025/26 a year to remember! 💙💛
#WelcomeBack #Year7 #Year11 #TeamNBA #NewBeginnings #EveryDayMatters #NBAFamily #StriveForExcellence #leadacademytrust
📚✨ WELCOME TO NOEL-BAKER ACADEMY – SEPTEMBER 2025 ✨📚
We’re so excited to welcome back our fantastic Year 11 students as they begin their final, all-important year—and an extra special welcome to our new Year 7s joining us for the very first time! 🎉👋
This is a fresh start, a new chapter, and a year full of opportunities—achievements to unlock, new friendships to build, and memories to make.
At Noel-Baker Academy, we believe in:
🤝 Feeling included and supported
💬 Building trust and respect with staff and peers
💡 Making the most of every learning opportunity
🌱 Growing socially and academically
🏆 Putting in the effort—because you only get out what you put in
📅 Remembering: Every day matters. Attendance matters.
Be courageous. Be kind. Be part of the team.
Let’s make 2025/26 a year to remember! 💙💛
#WelcomeBack #Year7 #Year11 #TeamNBA #NewBeginnings #EveryDayMatters #NBAFamily #StriveForExcellence #leadacademytrust
Reminder for Year 11 – your exam results will be ready to collect between 8.30 am and 10.30 am tomorrow, please come in via the theatre doors.
We look forward to celebrating these with you.🥳🏆🎉🎈
Reminder for Year 11 – your exam results will be ready to collect between 8.30 am and 10.30 am tomorrow, please come in via the theatre doors.
We look forward to celebrating these with you.🥳🏆🎉🎈
Talk the talk! 🗣️💡 Our #WakeUpWednesday guide breaks down online slang, from fun trends to hidden meanings. Stay in the loop and connect with young people on their terms! #OnlineSafety 📱
Download your FREE copy here >> https://ow.ly/k9EE50WtmEq
Talk the talk! 🗣️💡 Our #WakeUpWednesday guide breaks down online slang, from fun trends to hidden meanings. Stay in the loop and connect with young people on their terms! #OnlineSafety 📱
Download your FREE copy here >> https://ow.ly/k9EE50WtmEq
What an unforgettable evening at the Year 11 Prom! ✨
The final Year 11 cohort of Noel-Baker Academy came together one last time for a spectacular celebration.
From dancing under shimmering decorations to heartfelt award moments, every detail was perfect—balloons, banners, and that standout “Prom 2025” décor—thanks to the dedicated efforts behind the scenes.
Huge appreciation goes to Mrs Richardson and the entire team of teachers and staff who joined the students for a night of dancing. The organisation, creativity, and support—from décor to photography—brought this event to life and made it truly memorable.
It was a night filled with smiles, laughter, and memories that will stay with everyone forever. As the final dances concluded and the lights dimmed, it was clear that this marked the end of a remarkable shared chapter.
To the Year 11 class of 2025: thank you—for five years of lessons, laughter, and camaraderie. Here’s to new beginnings, lasting friendships, and never forgetting where this journey began. Thank you to everyone who contributed to Prom 2025—your efforts turned it into more than an event; it was a celebration of what makes this academy family. 💙🎓
#NBAprom2025 #OneLastDance #ForeverNoelBaker
What an unforgettable evening at the Year 11 Prom! ✨
The final Year 11 cohort of Noel-Baker Academy came together one last time for a spectacular celebration.
From dancing under shimmering decorations to heartfelt award moments, every detail was perfect—balloons, banners, and that standout “Prom 2025” décor—thanks to the dedicated efforts behind the scenes.
Huge appreciation goes to Mrs Richardson and the entire team of teachers and staff who joined the students for a night of dancing. The organisation, creativity, and support—from décor to photography—brought this event to life and made it truly memorable.
It was a night filled with smiles, laughter, and memories that will stay with everyone forever. As the final dances concluded and the lights dimmed, it was clear that this marked the end of a remarkable shared chapter.
To the Year 11 class of 2025: thank you—for five years of lessons, laughter, and camaraderie. Here’s to new beginnings, lasting friendships, and never forgetting where this journey began. Thank you to everyone who contributed to Prom 2025—your efforts turned it into more than an event; it was a celebration of what makes this academy family. 💙🎓
#NBAprom2025 #OneLastDance #ForeverNoelBaker
🎓 WANT TO BE A HEAD STUDENT OR DEPUTY HEAD STUDENT FROM SEPTEMBER 2025?
Are you ready to lead, inspire, and represent your fellow students? 🌟
We’re looking for two Year 11 Head Students and two Year 10 Deputy Head Students to take on one of the most important student leadership roles at Noel-Baker Academy.
As a Head or Deputy Head Student, you’ll:
👥 Be a role model and leader across the academy
🎤 Represent the student body
🎉 Help plan and run school events
🤝 Work closely with staff to make NBA an even better place for everyone
📩 Leadership application packs have been sent home to parents — so check your emails and get started!
We can’t wait to see who steps up to lead Noel-Baker Academy into 2025–26! 💙💪
#StudentLeadership #HeadStudent2025 #DeputyHeadStudent #NoelBakerAcademy #LeadWithPride #FutureLeaders
🎓 WANT TO BE A HEAD STUDENT OR DEPUTY HEAD STUDENT FROM SEPTEMBER 2025?
Are you ready to lead, inspire, and represent your fellow students? 🌟
We’re looking for two Year 11 Head Students and two Year 10 Deputy Head Students to take on one of the most important student leadership roles at Noel-Baker Academy.
As a Head or Deputy Head Student, you’ll:
👥 Be a role model and leader across the academy
🎤 Represent the student body
🎉 Help plan and run school events
🤝 Work closely with staff to make NBA an even better place for everyone
📩 Leadership application packs have been sent home to parents — so check your emails and get started!
We can’t wait to see who steps up to lead Noel-Baker Academy into 2025–26! 💙💪
#StudentLeadership #HeadStudent2025 #DeputyHeadStudent #NoelBakerAcademy #LeadWithPride #FutureLeaders
🎉 School’s Out for Summer! 🌞
What a fantastic year it’s been — full of learning, growing, sporting achievements, friendship, laughter, tears, and most of all, being part of one incredible team. 💙📚⚽🎭
A huge thank you to everyone who made this year so special:
👏 Our amazing Headteacher for her outstanding leadership
👏 Our brilliant teachers for their constant energy, passion, and support
👏 Our kitchen staff for keeping us well-fed and hydrated every day
👏 And EQUANS for all the behind-the-scenes jobs that keep the academy running
We truly couldn’t do it without you all!
To our incredible students — we are so proud of everything you’ve achieved. We can`t wait to welcome you back in September.
Until then, have a fabulous summer break — rest, recharge, and stay safe! ☀️😎🌴
#SchoolsOut #SummerBreak #NoelBakerAcademy #ThankYouTeamNBA #SeeYouInSeptember #ProudToBeNBA #leadacademytrust #EQUANS
🎉 School’s Out for Summer! 🌞
What a fantastic year it’s been — full of learning, growing, sporting achievements, friendship, laughter, tears, and most of all, being part of one incredible team. 💙📚⚽🎭
A huge thank you to everyone who made this year so special:
👏 Our amazing Headteacher for her outstanding leadership
👏 Our brilliant teachers for their constant energy, passion, and support
👏 Our kitchen staff for keeping us well-fed and hydrated every day
👏 And EQUANS for all the behind-the-scenes jobs that keep the academy running
We truly couldn’t do it without you all!
To our incredible students — we are so proud of everything you’ve achieved. We can`t wait to welcome you back in September.
Until then, have a fabulous summer break — rest, recharge, and stay safe! ☀️😎🌴
#SchoolsOut #SummerBreak #NoelBakerAcademy #ThankYouTeamNBA #SeeYouInSeptember #ProudToBeNBA #leadacademytrust #EQUANS
🎉 IT’S SPORTS DAY! 🎉
We’re ready for a day full of fun, teamwork, colour, and community spirit! 🏃♀️🏅
Before you head out, here’s your final checklist:
☀️ Suncream
💧 Plenty of water
🍎 Snack for break
⛱️ Umbrella or hat for shade
😎 Sunglasses & suitable clothing – especially for the Colour Dash!
🎨 Y7 – Bring your sponsorship forms & money
💵 Y8–10 – Bring your £1 to join the Colour Dash
👕 Colour Dash clothing and sunglasses can be worn all day – show off your style and get ready to get messy! 🎨🌈
Let’s make it a Sports Day to remember – good luck to everyone taking part! 💪🎽
#SportsDayIsHere #LetsDoThis #ColourDash2025 #TeamSpirit #BestSchoolEver #leadacademytrust
🎉 IT’S SPORTS DAY! 🎉
We’re ready for a day full of fun, teamwork, colour, and community spirit! 🏃♀️🏅
Before you head out, here’s your final checklist:
☀️ Suncream
💧 Plenty of water
🍎 Snack for break
⛱️ Umbrella or hat for shade
😎 Sunglasses & suitable clothing – especially for the Colour Dash!
🎨 Y7 – Bring your sponsorship forms & money
💵 Y8–10 – Bring your £1 to join the Colour Dash
👕 Colour Dash clothing and sunglasses can be worn all day – show off your style and get ready to get messy! 🎨🌈
Let’s make it a Sports Day to remember – good luck to everyone taking part! 💪🎽
#SportsDayIsHere #LetsDoThis #ColourDash2025 #TeamSpirit #BestSchoolEver #leadacademytrust
