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About

I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to Belper School and Sixth Form Centre. It is a privilege to serve as Headteacher at such a wonderful school. At the heart of Belper is a strong sense of belonging and community responsibility, which forms the foundation of our distinctive ethos and unique character.

We take pride in what sets us apart and makes our school such a special place. We are committed to nurturing a love of learning and boundless curiosity in every student. With our broad range of subjects, rich content and extensive extracurricular opportunities, we provide an educational experience that inspires students to discover and engage with their passions.

Through continuous guidance and support, we help build resilience, independence, and self-belief, empowering our students to pursue their individual paths with determination and confidence. We aspire for every student to leave Belper as the best version of themselves, ready to make a meaningful and positive impact on their community and the wider world as well-rounded citizens.

Thank you for visiting our website. We hope it gives you an insight into the warm, supportive and inspiring community we've created here at Belper School and Sixth Form Centre.

In the school’s own words, from the school website.

Enrichment

1 activityiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Duke of Edinburgh

Awards

1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Duke of EdinburghPersonal development

Key facts

URN
112989
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Admissions
Non-selective
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Nursery
No Nursery Classes
Local authority
Derbyshire
Constituency
Mid Derbyshire
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city

Governing body (13 current, 4 former)

Maintained school governing body.

Leadership

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Mr Jon MartinChair of GovernorsAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · until 2028

Full governing body

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Sue Stone-MakinGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2026 · until 2030
Ms Claire TappingGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2026 · until 2030
Nikki GibsonGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2026 · until 2030
Mr Philip SellorsGovernorElected by parentssince 2026 · until 2030
Mrs Claire O'ConnellGovernorElected by parentssince 2025 · until 2029
Mrs Zoe AdamsonGovernorElected by parentssince 2025 · until 2029
Ms Karen AdamsGovernorElected by school staffsince 2025 · until 2029
Alan EcclestonGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2024 · until 2028
Richard JenkinsGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2024 · until 2028
Ms Layla MarshallGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027
Mr Mark BaconGovernorNominated by LA and appointed by GBsince 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027
Mr Neil FordhamGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027
Marie-Lou Tidmarsh FormerGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · term ended 2026
Mrs Claire Lightfoot FormerGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2022 · term ended 2026
Wendy Harnan-Kajzer FormerGovernorElected by parentssince 2022 · term ended 2026
Steve Gregson FormerGovernorElected by parentssince 2021 · term ended 2025

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