Rewards & Recognition

A full breakdown of our rewards and sanctions system can be found in the Behaviour Policy.

A key part of the Academy ethos is to promote outstanding behaviour and achievement. The Academy reward systems are based upon these key principles, allowing staff to reward students for their academic and pastoral achievements, whilst providing a motivational role in helping students to realise that good behaviour is valued.

Behaviour Points (PEPs)

At our school, we believe in recognising and celebrating the positive contributions of every student. Our rewards system allows students to earn points (PEPs) for a wide range of achievements, including good behaviour, exceptional work, respectful conduct around the Academy, courtesy towards others, helpfulness, and strong academic performance. These points reflect not only individual effort but also the values of our school community, encouraging students to develop positive habits, support one another, and strive for excellence in all areas of school life.

The points are recorded by staff on our management system, which will trigger a message to be sent home informing families of the event. As these points accumulate throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to attend special events, such as rewards trips or Principal's Breakfasts. Students are also recognised for those achievements in weekly and end of term assemblies

Race to 15

Every 15 days the Academy runs a prize draw in assembly from students that have achieved 100% attendance and zero negative points over the previous 15 days. The winner receives a gift card, which can be spent on a number of popular websites.

Catch Me and Queue Jumps

When students produce excellent work, or show exceptional engagement in class, the teacher will request a Catch Me. Our Duty Principal for that period will receive the message and then attend the lesson to witness and commend the work or engagement.

In addition to the instant recognition from a Duty Principal, students will receive 5 points and a Queue Jump. A Queue Jump allows students to the front of the canteen queue at break and lunchtime that day.

Rewards Trips

Each term the Academy will organise rewards trips for students that have earned a significant number of points. These trips have included Thorpe Park, Vue Cinema, bowling and Oxygen Freejumping. Find out more about our Trips & Visits.

Students on a rewards trip to Thorpe Park