The Dorcan Academy
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| The Dorcan Academy | |
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St Paul's Drive Covingham , , SN3 5DA England | |
| Coordinates | 51°33′37″N 1°43′49″W / 51.56021°N 1.73029°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Academy |
| Motto | Aspire to greatness |
| Established | 1970 |
| Local authority | None |
| Department for Education URN | 137684 Tables |
| Ofsted | Reports |
| Head teacher | Sherryl Bareham[1] |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Age | 11 to 16 |
| Enrolment | 797[1] (November 2023) |
| Houses | Falcon, Eagle, Kingfisher, and Osprey |
| Colour(s) | Royal blue, blue, red, yellow, and silver |
| Former name | Dorcan Technology College |
| Website | www |
The Dorcan Academy, located in Swindon, Wiltshire, is a co-educational secondary institution that caters to students aged 11 to 16. The academy provides a comprehensive and balanced curriculum, which is structured into three distinct pathways: Foundation, Central, and Extended. These pathways are designed to cater to the diverse learning needs and aspirations of all students.
One of the key academic opportunities at the academy is the chance for students to work towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) suite of qualifications. The EBacc is a set of subjects at GCSE that keeps young people’s options open for further study and future careers.
The academy’s motto is “Aspire to Greatness,” reflecting its commitment to fostering academic excellence and personal growth among its students. The school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in July 2022[2].
History[edit]
Dorcan Comprehensive School was built in the 1970s. The school became a specialist technology college in 1999, known as Dorcan Technology College.[3] In December 2011, the school converted to an academy.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "The Dorcan Academy". GOV.UK: Schools. Retrieved 8 December 2023.
- ^ "The Dorcan Academy, Swindon | The Schools Guide". www.theschoolsguide.com. Retrieved 2 May 2024.
- ^ "Dorcan Technology College: Inspection Report". Ofsted. 5 February 2009. Retrieved 8 December 2023.
