The Apex Academy
Other independent special school in East Hartford (Northumberland).
Location
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Discover our vision, mission, and the experienced team dedicated to providing excellence in special educational needs. Welcome, and thank you for visiting our school's website. With four decades of experience in education between us, we have seen first-hand the power of education to transform lives.
It is a privilege to be part of a school with such a clear mission to nurture and empower every young person. Our vision , mission and values are inspired by the 'Nolan Principles'. These principles resonate with our ambition of operating from a platform of excellence to support young people in our region to achieve their undoubted potential.
When making decisions we will always ensure we are adhering to our vision , mission and values . We are both pleased to have appointed Amran Suleman as Headteacher – a leader with deep experience in SEND, SEMH, and ASC settings. We will both work closely alongside him, providing ongoing support to ensure the school is a safe, aspirational, and inclusive place for all.
We look forward to the journey ahead and to building strong partnerships with families, staff, and the wider community.
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.- Restorative Practice
- Trauma Informed Schools
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
- 152094
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Local authority
- Northumberland
- Constituency
- Cramlington and Killingworth
- Setting
- Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2025
Governing body
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