Garstang Community Academy
Academy converter secondary school in Preston (Lancashire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
Since my appointment as Headteacher in January 2023, it has been my privilege to lead Garstang Community Academy on a journey of continuous improvement. We are building something special here, and it is a mission we are on together - with our students, staff, governors, and parents/carers.
Our goal is simple: to ensure every child is supported to achieve their very best, not just academically, but as well-rounded individuals. We do this by focusing on high standards and a culture of high expectations, all while nurturing our students with an approach based on positive reinforcement and rewards.
We believe that when children feel valued and supported, they are inspired to grow. Everything we do is guided by our core mission: Grow, Care, Achieve, Together. These are not just words; they are the values that shape every school day and define our community. We invite you to see our mission in action. Please contact us to arrange a tour.
Come and see our wonderful students and dedicated staff firsthand, and discover why Garstang Community Academy is the right place for your child to thrive.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
26 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Coding
- Cooking
- Cricket
- Dance
- Debating
- Drama
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Hockey
- Netball
- Orchestra
- Rounders
and 10 more
Awards
5 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Anti-Bullying CharterRecognised award
- Basic Skills Quality MarkLiteracy and numeracy
- Duke of EdinburghPersonal development
- Healthy Eating AwardRecognised award
- Healthy SchoolsHealth and wellbeing
Key facts
- URN
- 137342
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Constituency
- Lancaster and Wyre
- Setting
- Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2011
Governing body (10 current, 1 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Kim Carlyle | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2022 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Kate Gould | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Kavin Abbott | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Damian Stewart | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Nicholas Harrop | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Satinder Singh | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2023 |
| Mr Richard Gallacher | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2022 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Ms Tracey Ellis | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2021 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Holly Wood | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Louise Banks | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Kevin Abbott Former | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
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