Rewards and Recognition

At De Warenne Academy, we believe that positive behaviour and hard work deserve to be celebrated! Every student is encouraged to do their best, and effort never goes unnoticed. Pupils can earn effort points as well as stickers for outstanding work and positive contributions. These points are added up throughout the year, giving students the chance to earn a place at one of our exciting Rewards Events — special occasions held to celebrate success and effort across the school.

Tutor Groups

Each student belongs to a tutor group, led by a dedicated tutor who looks after their day-to-day well-being. Tutors play an important role in supporting students with attendance, behaviour, and overall welfare. Every year group also has a Learning Manager, who should be your first point of contact if you have any concerns about your child’s progress, conduct, or attendance.

We value strong communication between home and school — when we work together, students thrive. To keep you informed, we send Progress Reports twice a year, and we look forward to seeing families at our Parents’ Evenings, which are always well attended and a great opportunity to celebrate success and discuss next steps.

Personal Development

Personal growth is at the heart of life at De Warenne Academy. Our curriculum encourages students to express themselves, engage in thoughtful discussion, and show respect and tolerance for the views of others.

We help students build confidence, resilience, and a sense of well-being, exploring topics such as physical health and fitness and healthy relationships. Our aim is to equip every young person with the knowledge and life skills they need to stay mentally and physically healthy — both in school and beyond.

Enrichment

We know that learning doesn’t stop when lessons end! That’s why De Warenne Academy offers a rich and varied enrichment programme to complement our regular curriculum.

Our school day finishes at 2:30 pm, allowing plenty of time for students to take part in after-school clubs, activities, and events. PE and sport are particularly popular — students regularly compete in local tournaments such as the Delta Games and School Games competitions, representing our academy with pride and teamwork.

At De Warenne, we believe every experience — both inside and outside the classroom — helps our students grow, achieve, and shine.