WELCOME TO SKINNERS' ACADEMY

Welcome to Skinners’ Academy, a school in the Woodberry Down (North Hackney) community for pupils aged 11–19, providing a world class education in a state-of-the-art building. Specialising in Enterprise, the Academy opened in 2010 and is supported by the Skinners’ Company, who is proud of the Academy being at the heart and hub of the local community. In September 2015 we launched our aspirational, high achieving Sixth Form.

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The Academy's learning environment is inspiring, exciting and motivating. Therefore, with your contribution, we will challenge and support their paths to success. In addition, wellbeing is a priority for the Academy both in terms of students and staff, which is one of the many reasons why the Academy is considered a great place to work.

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'Be the best you can be'

 

Our Mission:

The Principal and Governors at Skinners’ Academy believe that all children will be the best they can by working in active partnership with the Academy to achieve excellence for themselves and the wider community. The Academy will provide the necessary prerequisite skills, knowledge and experiences for children to ensure they have the opportunities to succeed. Not only will our young people be successful and productive citizens but, they will be a source of influence in the society that they live in, ensuring that they make sustainable and authentic contributions for future generations.

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Our Values:

Be Curious - We nurture a spirit of curiosity by encouraging students to ask questions, explore new ideas, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Curiosity drives innovation and critical thinking, helping learners connect with the world around them in meaningful and engaging ways.

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Be Kind - Kindness is at the heart of a respectful and inclusive school community. We promote empathy, compassion, and understanding, recognising that every action, no matter how small, has the power to uplift others and strengthen relationships.

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Be Brave - We support students in developing the courage to take risks, speak up, and face challenges with resilience. Being brave means embracing failure as part of learning, standing up for what’s right, and believing in one’s ability to grow and make a difference.

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Our Specialism:

In our commitment to ensuring that our young people are not only prepared for every step of their learning journey but that they also have the agency to influence their future, we believe that Enterprise forms a crucial role in realising this. As an Academy we will ensure that students understand the skills of Enterprise and that they can use these effectively to carve out their desired futures.

 

“Enterprise is about motivating young people to learn and excel in their education and to see the relevance of their studies. It is more than the creation of entrepreneurs, it is about a can-do and positive attitude and equipping people with the confidence to develop ambitious career and vocational interests. Enterprise therefore supports the development of a wide range of work and professional skills and capabilities, including resilience, risk taking, creativity and innovation, as well as a self-belief that starting a business is a viable career choice and one of the most exciting and challenging things a person will ever do.”

- Lord Young 2014

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