I am proud and honoured to be the Principal of The Rowans, a provision where all stakeholders work effectively and enthusiastically together to ensure continuing success.
The Rowans AP Academy is a provision which enables young people to change the direction of their lives. Through a trauma informed approach, positive relationships and a strong focus on our core values of kindness, commitment and resilience, all pupils have the opportunity to re-engage with education, taking ownership of their lives and their choices.
Together with Trustees, staff and pupils, we have formulated our academy values which we base our daily school life on:
Student of the Week Kyle has shown commitment and dedication to his learning this week, working hard and making good progress across his subjects. A very well deserved award! Well done Kyle!!
Interventions Star of the Week Jamie has been so kind and helpful all week, attended all interventions and worked really hard! Well done Jamie!!
Attendance Star of the Week Not only has he attended school and been on time each day, he has also attended every lesson and had worked extremely hard all week! Well done Riley!!!
Jamie and Alfie showing kindness this morning helping us prepare for Summer!
We are proud to announce that we have been rated Strong Standard across all areas in our recent Ofsted inspection under the new report‑card framework!
Ofsted noted the school’s strong curriculum and teaching, its calm and respectful environment, improving attendance, and pupils’ positive attitudes to learning, despite many arriving with disrupted educational experiences.
Inspectors commented that “this is a highly inclusive school where staff are ambitious for all pupils” and where “the school values of kindness, commitment and resilience are actively lived out by pupils.” They complimented the staff body, noting that they “are committed to changing the future life chances of all pupils who attend the school” and “have a deep understanding of pupils and their individual needs.”
It was also noted that “for many pupils, attending The Rowans gives them their first positive experience of school and education.”