About The Academy

Headteacher Welcome

Welcome to The Wellington Academy. It is a privilege to lead a school where every young person is supported to grow with confidence and purpose. Everything we do is shaped by our commitment to helping students be ambitious, inquisitive, and independent, as these three values guide the learning experience and the opportunities we provide.

We encourage ambition by helping students set high goals for themselves in all areas of school life. We nurture inquisitiveness by creating an environment where questions are valued, curiosity is encouraged, and learning is active and engaging. And we promote independence so that students develop the resilience, responsibility, and self-belief they need for future success.

As a proud member of the Ascend Learning Trust, we are strengthened by a shared vision for excellence across all schools within the Trust. The motto “Together we Belong, Believe, Become” reflects what we strive to achieve each day. Our students belong to a safe, supportive community; they believe in their ability to achieve; and they become young people who are prepared for the next stage of their lives.

Our aim is to ensure that every student is known, valued, and encouraged to make the most of every opportunity. Through inspiring teaching, rich experiences beyond the classroom, and strong pastoral support, we work together to help each individual grow academically and personally.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our Academy. I warmly invite you to visit us and see first-hand how our values of being ambitious, inquisitive, and independent shape the culture of our school and the achievements of our students.

Together, we belong. Together, we believe. Together, we become.

Mrs Hannah Whitaker
Headteacher 

Email: headteacher@twa.ascendlearningtrust.org.uk


Ascend Learning Trust

We are proud to be part of Ascend Learning Trust, a forward-thinking family of schools working together to deliver exceptional education and opportunities. Together we belong, believe, become is more than a motto—it’s a shared commitment to nurturing every learner and empowering every educator. As part of this Trust, we benefit from strong collaboration, leadership, and a clear vision for success.

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The Wellington Academy Celebrates
A Level Success

Students at The Wellington Academy are celebrating their A Level results today; securing the grades needed to progress to university, apprenticeships, employment and further training opportunities.

This year’s results reflect the hard work, determination and resilience shown by students throughout their studies, supported by the dedication of staff and families. Some really special highlights are Freya who progresses on to Medicine at the University of Southampton, Damian will be reading Economics at the University of Bristol, Rhys who will study International Business Management at the University of Bath and Emma is going on to study Biochemistry at the University of Edinburgh.

Students are now preparing to move on to a wide range of destinations including Russell Group and other universities, higher apprenticeships, degree apprenticeships, employment and specialist training programmes.

The Academy extends its congratulations to all students receiving results today and wishes them every success as they begin the next stage of their journey.

 

PLEASE NOTE: Sixth Form applications are now open for 2026-27.  Please visit the Sixth Form section of our website to apply and start your next chapter with us.

6th Form Application page

 

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- IMPORTANT NOTICE -

Inset Day

Friday 7th February 2025