Lodestar Academy

Welcome to Lodestar Academy

An alternative education provision for learners aged 11-to-16 years-old

Welcome from our Headteacher

Lodestar Academy is an alternative education provision for learners aged 11 to 16-years-old and whose needs cannot be met within a mainstream environment. In particular, the Academy provides placements for young people in the Torbay area (non-EHCP) who exhibit social, emotional and behavioural concerns.

We believe that all learners have the ability to succeed and make the most of the next stages of their lives. We promote key life skills so that they have the confidence and tools to reach their full potential as learners and citizens.

Mrs Beth Woodward | Headteacher

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Our Values

“What’s the CRAIC?"

At Lodestar Academy, every moment is a “teaching moment”, an opportunity to model our 5 core character values. These are: Courage; Responsibility; Aspiration; Integrity; Comradeship

Transforming Life Chances

We are proud to be a part of the family of schools that comprises The Thinking Schools Academy Trust and firmly believe in our united vision; transforming life chances for all our students and young people.

Rights Respecting School

A UNICEF Rights Respecting School is a community where children's rights are learned, taught, practised, respected, protected and promoted.

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To help keep all pupils safe, please ensure the school has up-to-date information about any allergies your child may have. Accurate allergy information enables us to put appropriate support plans in place, train staff effectively, and respond quickly in an emergency. We all have a part to play in creating a safe environment, including following our nut-aware policy and being mindful of the food brought into school. If your child has an allergy, please contact the school or update their details via Arbor. Be Allergy Aware Posters for AAW25

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