Great Park Academy

Creativity + Maths = Success! Our Year 6 pupils have been putting their mathematical skills to the test by designing and creating their very own maths games to challenge their classmates. From imaginative concepts to engaging gameplay, the creativity behind each game was truly impressive! We were amazed by the enthusiasm, teamwork and problem-solving skills on display, with every pupil showcasing their understanding of maths in a fun and innovative way. Well done, Year 6 – what a fantastic achievement! #GreatParkAcademy #CreatingFutures #gosforthgroup #MathsLearning #CreativeLearning

Congratulations once again to Anya, our Year 10 student, who recently won the "Young Northern Writers; Award 20205". Well done Anya, we are so proud of you. #creatingfutures #proudschool #greatparkacademy #GosforthGroup #studentsuccessisourfocus

We can't wait to welcome our new Year 5 and Year 9 students to Great Park Academy for their Transition Days on 8 & 9 July. These exciting days are all about helping students settle in, meet staff and classmates, explore their new surroundings, and begin their Great Park Academy journey with confidence. We look forward to seeing everyone soon and making the move to their new school a positive and memorable experience. #GreatParkAcademy #TransitionDays #CreatingFutures #GosforthGroup

Celebrating Diversity and Belonging Across Our Trust As we mark the final days of School Diversity Week during Pride Month, we are proud to celebrate the inclusive environments across our academies where every student feels valued and respected. By promoting understanding, kindness and acceptance, we support our students to be confident in who they are, build positive relationships and thrive as part of a diverse community. We are proud of our students and communities, and the role they play in shaping confident, compassionate young people, ready to create their futures. #SchoolDiversityWeek #PrideMonth #InclusionMatters #Belonging #CreatingFutures #Respect #StudentWellbeing

Celebrating Young Talent: Anya Wins at the Northern Writers' Awards 2026! Congratulations to Anya, year 10 pupil at Great Park Academy who was the WINNER of the Young Writers' Award at the Northern Writers' Awards 2026! This is a fantastic achievement and we are so proud of Anya for sharing her writing with the world. Judges remarked that Anya's short story is 'exquisitely written and meticulously constructed' - incredible feedback for an outstanding young writer. Well done, Anya! Further congratulations to Tamyra, a year 10 pupil whose poetry was also shortlisted for a prize. We look forward to seeing their names on our bookshelves in the future! #ProudMoment #YoungWriters #StudentSuccess #NorthernWritersAwards #GreatParkAcademy #CreativeTalent #FutureAuthors #SchoolPride #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures #InspiringYouth

Sharing news from the NHS – Neurodiversity Welcome Events We're pleased to share these free NHS drop-in events for families who think their child may be neurodiverse or are waiting for an autism or ADHD assessment. These sessions are a great opportunity to learn about support available in your local area, including: Autism & ADHD assessments Support for parents and carers Local activities and groups Mental health services And more Upcoming sessions: Fri 10 July | 10am–12pm | Cowgate Centre Fri 21 August | 10am–12pm | The Haven, Kenton No booking required – just drop in and speak to friendly professionals. If this could help your family, we'd encourage you to attend #Neurodiversity #AutismSupport #ADHDSupport #ParentSupport #FamilySupport #ChildrenAndFamilies #MentalHealthMatters #CommunitySupport #gosforthgroup #GreatParkAcademy

Our Year 5 pupils recently took part in a dedicated Poetry Super Learning Day, where they explored language, performance, and creativity through a variety of engaging activities. The year group also enjoyed an engaging visit to Jarrow Hall, bringing their history topic to life through hands-on experiences. #GreatParkAcademy #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures

Great Park academy Ford Castle Residential Trip. We want to go back, please.... #GreatParkAcademy #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures #SchoolCommunity

Year 10 mock exams start on Monday, 15th June and run until 25th June. We're really proud of how hard students have been working – this is a great opportunity to build confidence and show what they can do. These exams don't define their future – they're part of the journey. Parents and carers can view the full exam timetable on our website and continue to support students at home during this important time. Good luck to all of our Year 10 students – we're behind you all the way! View the timetable on our website: https://www.greatparkacademy.org.uk/mock-exam-timetable #GreatParkAcademy #gosforthgroup #creatingfutures #schoolcommunity #youvegotthis #WeBelieveInYou