The de Ferrers Academy

07/10/2026

It was fantastic to welcome back our former student Eleanor to campus today! 🌟

Eleanor stopped by to share details about the upcoming YMCA Burton Sleep Out - a fantastic community event supporting their core mission: "Sleeping rough so others don’t have to." One night can make a lifetime of difference.

🌐 Find out more and register here: burtonymca.org/sleep-out

07/10/2026

Miss Roberts has been a regular face in Year 11 assemblies recently, keeping our students inspired and focused on what comes next! 🌟

In her latest session, our Head of Sixth Form walked Year 11 through the post-16 roadmap, sharing what truly sets our Sixth Form apart: an unbeatable student community and an incredible social calendar that makes studying here so rewarding.

Coming Up: Sixth Form Open Evening Tuesday 13th October 2026, 4:30pm - 7:30pm, Sixth Form Campus.
Come along and learn more about our amazing Sixth Form!

07/10/2026

Fuelling up for a brilliant day ahead! 🍞

Did you know our Breakfast Club serves FREE toast every morning from 8:15 am?

Available to all students on Dove, Trent, and Sixth Form campuses - come grab a slice, settle in, and start your school day energised! 💪 📚

06/10/2026

They’ve arrived! 📦 📚

The Bookbuzz books have officially landed at the academy and will soon be handed out to every single Year 7 student!

We can't wait to see our Year 7s dive into their brand-new, free books. Happy reading! 📖

06/10/2026

We are looking for an Assistant SENCO to join our Additional Support Faculty and play an important role in supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities.

Closing date: 9:00am, Tue 13th Oct, 2026. View full details and apply online at MyNewTerm.

06/10/2026

Checking in with our newest students! 💬

Last week, members of our Leadership Team sat down with every single Year 7 student for a 1-to-1 interview to see how they are settling in and to listen to their feedback.

From making new friends to loving their new lessons and helpful staff, it was brilliant to hear such positive feedback from our Year 7s!

06/10/2026

IT'S PROM FAIR DAY! 🎟️ ✨ Everything you need to plan the ultimate prom night is happening today from 5-7pm in Trent Hall. 💃🕺

05/10/2026

💛 Wear YELLOW accessories for the day! 💛
Hair bands, socks, stickers, badges, hats!

Friday 9th October

£1 Donation - All Students and Staff welcome to participate.

05/10/2026

🌟 WEEKLY REWARDS RECAP 🌟
Dedication in action! We’re so proud of the grit, progress, and success our students delivered last week.
Take a look at what our academy community accomplished! 🎉

03/10/2026