Plympton Academy
Academy converter secondary school in Plymouth (Plymouth).
Location
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At Plympton Academy, we believe that education is about more than just academics - it's about personal growth, exploring new possibilities, and embracing the diverse perspectives that shape our world. In our Academy, individuals are equipped to take pride in their achievements and pursue their dreams.
Plympton Academy is the cornerstone of a thriving community that is stronger through collaboration. We foster innovation and promote opportunity, creating resilient learners with a love of challenge. Our four core values - Community, Courage, Compassion, and Curiosity serve as the foundation for everything we do.
These values guide our students as they embark on a journey of discovery, challenge, and achievement, both within and beyond the classroom. Together, we create an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive, step beyond their comfort zones, and expand their horizons.
Through these values, we encourage every student to 'expand their world' , exploring all that lies ahead.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
2 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Stem
- Thinking Schools
Awards
2 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- ArtsmarkArts and culture
- Investors in PeopleStaff development
Key facts
- URN
- 136556
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Local authority
- Plymouth
- Constituency
- South West Devon
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2011
Governing body (6 current, 3 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Janina Villalta | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Shaun Willis | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Ms Helen Quinn | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Catherine Lewin | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Janina Villalta | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Fay Carder | Local Governance Professional - Individual Academy or Free SchoolGovernance professional | since 2024 | |
| Mr Ryan McIntosh Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Jay Davenport Former | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2024 · term ended 2025 |
| Mr Roger Carlton Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
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