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Academy Type: Alternative Provision (AP) Academy

Principal & Main Contact: Russell Clarke

Senior Administrator: Claire Lawson

Designated Safeguarding Lead: Jane Cottrell –

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Russell Clarke –
Scott Davies

SENCO: Caroline Maher -

Careers Leader: Tom Harding -

Address: The Shoreline Academy (Secondary). Springfield Court, Fishleigh Road, Barnstaple. Devon. EX31 3UD. The Shoreline Academy (Primary). Clearwater House, Love Lane. Bideford. EX39 3AU.

Phone: 01271 386333 (secondary) / 01237 429283 (Primary)

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Opening Times: Mon-Thu 0845-1430, Fri 0845-1300, 27.25 hours per week

About

The Shoreline Academy is located in North Devon. There are two sites, one located in Barnstaple for secondary pupils and the other located in Bideford.

Our Bideford site hosts our Primary and Nurture pupils; we aim to focus on emotional needs and development in a whole-academy environment. We recognise that all children are different and learn at different rates. Individuals should feel supported and challenged in their learning. Sometimes children face barriers to learning; in a Nurturing environment staff provide support, guidance, and model positive relationships.

Our aim is to work closely with primary and secondary schools in North Devon and beyond to provide support to the most vulnerable pupils.

Our pupils come to us at various points throughout their schooling, usually as a result of their school placement having broken down. Our purpose is to support pupils to create an environment where everyone can grow and develop, as they become responsible citizens and lifelong learners. Our role is to help pupils get back on track, either through a transition to a more permanent education setting or, for our older pupils, by completing Year 11 with The Shoreline Academy.

We work closely with a diverse range of outside agencies both statutory and voluntary so that our pupils and their families can access the support and guidance they need. We are committed to tailoring our curriculum to meet the needs of our pupils, developing a range of skills knowledge, attitudes and understanding so all our pupils can aspire to reach their full potential.

Devon's Local Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Offer

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Staff

Russell Clarke

Principal

Russell’s teaching career began in Birmingham after completing a BSc (Hons) in secondary design and technology Education at Nottingham Trent University in 1998. Much of his experience is in pastoral support within mainstream schools. His previous leadership roles have included Senior Head of Learning and Guidance, Assistant Head Teacher and Deputy Head teacher. Russell’s family relocated to Devon in 2016 and he was appointed Vice Principal at Shoreline Academy in July 2017, becoming Principal in Sep 2022.

Scott Davies

Assistant Principal

Scott started teaching in North Devon in 2009, after completing a BA (hons) in Product Design followed by a PGCE at Exeter University. Scott has experience teaching a variety of subjects in a range of settings. Previous leadership roles include Head of Technology and Bideford College and Assistant Headteacher at OnTrack Education.

Scott has lived in Devon since 2002 and was appointed as Assistant Headteacher at Shoreline in 2023. When he is not at work Scott enjoys surfing, playing drums in his band and spending time with his family.

Jane Cottrell

Pastoral Support Manager

Jane has over 16 years’ experience within schools in Devon, having graduated from The University of Plymouth with an Honours Degree in Education and Training. She has undertaken a range of training opportunities to further enhance this qualification. She has always been passionate about forming and maintaining positive family ties and believes that supporting vulnerable students and their families will improve their educational attainment and emotional wellbeing. She has extensive experience in working with other agencies to ensure families and young people can access the services they need. Jane is a Thrive practitioner, this ethos and training is at the heart of her working practice in supporting young people to form trusting, appropriate relationships and become more emotionally resilient. When she’s not at work Jane enjoys cooking, listening to music, especially live concerts, and travelling with her family.

Caroline Maher

SENCo

This is my first year as SENDCo and I am already enjoying this new direction in my teaching career. I know that there will be many challenges but I believe that the rewards will be more than worth it!

I have been teaching English for seventeen years in mainstream and alternative provision schools in Liverpool and North Devon. I am passionate about children becoming good readers as I think that this is the key to good Literacy skills and improved life chances.

Before I studied at university to become a teacher, I trained to be a nurse and worked for many years on the wards and in the operating theatres of hospitals in Cheltenham and Liverpool. I feel that my nursing experience enhanced my teaching as it taught me patience and empathy!

I moved to Barnstaple from Liverpool four years ago as I am originally from the South West and wanted to return to my roots! My main hobbies are horse riding and reading. I have my own horse and we have lovely rides out together in the beautiful North Devon countryside. I read at every opportunity and I love my Kindle as I can download the next book immediately!

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Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy

The Shoreline Academy recognises that the safety and welfare of children is paramount and that we have a responsibility to protect children in all of our academy activities. We take all reasonable steps to ensure, through appropriate procedures and training, that all children, irrespective of sex, age, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual identity or social status, are protected from abuse.

We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow procedures to ensure that children and young people receive effective support, protection and justice.

We listen to our pupils and take seriously whet they tell us, children are aware of the adults they can talk to if they have a concern. When there are concerns for a child's welfare, we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies. We will ensure concerns are discussed with parents/.carers first unless we have reason to believe that by doing so would be contrary to the child's welfare.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy underpins and guides our safeguarding procedures and protocols.

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