I am proud and honoured to be the Principal of The Rowans, a provision where all stakeholders work effectively and enthusiastically together to ensure continuing success.
The Rowans AP Academy is a provision which enables young people to change the direction of their lives. Through a trauma informed approach, positive relationships and a strong focus on our core values of kindness, commitment and resilience, all pupils have the opportunity to re-engage with education, taking ownership of their lives and their choices.
Together with Trustees, staff and pupils, we have formulated our academy values which we base our daily school life on:
Huge well done to Teddie, our primary commitment star of the week. Everyone is so proud of you Ted, you have come so far in all subjects, especially maths, phonics and reading. It doesn't go unnoticed Teddie. You should be so proud of yourself. #commitment
Huge well done to Mark, our primary reader of the week. We are super proud of how far you have come in your reading Mark. You should be so proud of yourself. #onceareadertomorrowleader
Primary Star of the Week Goes to James , we are so proud of you and the progress you have made in all aspects of your school life! Well done James
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We are proud to announce that we have been rated Strong Standard across all areas in our recent Ofsted inspection under the new report‑card framework!
Ofsted noted the school’s strong curriculum and teaching, its calm and respectful environment, improving attendance, and pupils’ positive attitudes to learning, despite many arriving with disrupted educational experiences.
Inspectors commented that “this is a highly inclusive school where staff are ambitious for all pupils” and where “the school values of kindness, commitment and resilience are actively lived out by pupils.” They complimented the staff body, noting that they “are committed to changing the future life chances of all pupils who attend the school” and “have a deep understanding of pupils and their individual needs.”
It was also noted that “for many pupils, attending The Rowans gives them their first positive experience of school and education.”