A welcome from the Principal
Welcome to Lydiard Park Academy
Choosing a secondary school is one of the most important decisions a family makes, and I am proud to introduce a school where high expectations, strong relationships and genuine care for every young person sit at the heart of everything we do.
As the new Principal of Lydiard Park Academy, I am delighted to be returning to a school that I know and love. Having worked here previously, I know first-hand the strength of our community and the character of our pupils. It is a privilege to lead such wonderful young people, supported by dedicated staff and families who share our ambition for success.
At Lydiard Park Academy, we believe every child can achieve remarkable things. While excellent examination results matter, our wider purpose is to help young people become confident, knowledgeable and responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society.
Our motto, "Think of the Other Person," reflects the values that shape life at the academy. We want pupils to work hard, show kindness, take responsibility and understand the impact they have on others. These values help create a community where pupils feel safe, supported and able to flourish. Alongside this, we believe that young people make the greatest progress when they think hard. We want pupils to embrace challenge, persist when learning feels difficult and take pride in intellectual effort.
We are ambitious for every pupil. Through a broad and challenging curriculum, expert teaching and a rich programme of opportunities beyond the classroom, we encourage pupils to think deeply, develop their talents and embrace challenge. Visitors regularly comment on the positive atmosphere around the academy and the excellent behaviour for learning demonstrated by our pupils. We believe classrooms should be calm, purposeful and disruption-free, enabling every pupil to achieve their very best.
We are proud of the outcomes our pupils achieve. Students consistently secure strong GCSE and A Level results and progress to an impressive range of destinations, including leading universities, apprenticeships and rewarding careers.
As the founding school of The Park Academies Trust, we are proud to be part of a family of schools committed to inspiring futures and empowering people. By working together, sharing expertise and maintaining high expectations, we create opportunities for young people to flourish and fulfil their potential.
While we are proud of our history, we are equally excited about the future. This includes our plans to relocate the sixth form to the Grade I listed Lydiard House, creating an inspiring environment for study, leadership and personal development, and helping us deliver an exceptional post-16 experience.
Alongside academic success, we place great importance on personal development. Our Session 6 programme, enrichment activities, leadership opportunities and educational visits help pupils build confidence, character and a sense of belonging. We are also proud of our outstanding sporting success, with pupils representing the academy with distinction at local, regional and national levels.
Strong partnerships with families are essential. By working together, maintaining high standards and always remembering to think of the other person, we can ensure every young person has the opportunity to thrive.
Every day, I see pupils demonstrating kindness, determination and a willingness to embrace challenge. Their success gives me great confidence for the future. As Principal, it is a privilege to serve this community and to play a part in the journey of so many exceptional young people.
I warmly invite you to visit us and discover what makes Lydiard Park Academy such a special place to learn, grow and succeed.
Joshua Coulson
Principal
