A Centre of Excellence

At Dene Academy, we are dedicated to delivering a supportive, exciting and engaging curriculum providing opportunities for challenge, creativity and independent learning. We aim for our students to feel: a sense of community; to grow in confidence; to be proud of their achievements and to be inspired by their teachers.

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School Values

Respect

We provide an education that equips students to be adaptable, resourceful and ethical in facing future challenges, while fostering a respectful, kind and inclusive community that values good manners, tolerance, and care for the environment.

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Resilience

We believe all students can achieve outstanding progress through a reflective mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a determination to always try their best.

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Aspirations

We inspire students to dream big, embrace challenges with curiosity and positivity, and strive for excellence by setting high standards, taking pride in their achievements, and making the most of their talents and opportunities.

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Integrity

We thrive on a strong sense of community, where collaboration, integrity and shared responsibility create a vibrant, respectful and purposeful environment for all.

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Happiness

Dene Academy is a place of academic and personal growth, where dedicated staff offer enriching opportunities beyond the classroom, prioritising student well-being, self-worth, compassion and happiness.
“Dene Academy is a dynamic and vibrant school where hard work and enjoyment flourish.”
“Our commitment to Excellence is clearly visible in every aspect of our work.”
“As a school, we are dedicated to delivering a supportive, exciting and engaging curriculum.”
“Dene Academy's curriculum provides opportunities for challenge, creativity and independent learning.”

Curriculum

We believe that every child is unique and aim for all pupils to achieve their full potential and maximise their talents. We provide high quality teaching and learning within a knowledge rich curriculum, which supports children’s individual needs.

Personal Development

Our personal development programme empowers students to make positive choices, lead confident, independent lives and become active and responsible citizens.

SEND

We are committed to the academic and personal development of all students regardless of ability. We recognise the diverse and individual needs of all of our students and take into account the additional support required by those children with SEND.

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Dene Academy
Manor Way
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 5RL

0191 554 6000
enquiries@deneacademy.org.uk

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