Dartmouth Community College
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Dartmouth Academy, previously named Dartmouth Community College, is a non-selective, co-educational school within the English Academy programme, in Dartmouth
Dartmouth, Devon
Dartmouth is a town and civil parish in the English county of Devon. It is a tourist destination set on the banks of the estuary of the River Dart, which is a long narrow tidal ria that runs inland as far as Totnes...
, Devon
Devon
Devon is a large county in southwestern England. The county is sometimes referred to as Devonshire, although the term is rarely used inside the county itself as the county has never been officially "shired", it often indicates a traditional or historical context.The county shares borders with...
, in the south-west of England. The academy was opened in September 2010 following the merger of two schools, Dartmouth Community College and Dartmouth Primary School. It is an "all-through" academy. Since becoming an academy, it is open to students aged 3 to 18.
Specialisms
Dartmouth Academy has two specialist subjects:- Visual Arts – specialising in Art and Design, Textiles, Media and Drama, and Photography.
- Mathematics – early entry to GCSE/A Level examinations and attendance at university master classes will be features for older learners who are gifted and talented in this area.
The school states that it aims to reflect a culturally inclusive embryo. There are plans to develop partnerships with other schools, academies, further and higher education institutions, and businesses.
Sponsor and affiliations
The academy is sponsored by E-ACT.It is affiliated with three local partners who, along with E-ACT, support the academy. These are:
- South Devon CollegeSouth Devon CollegeSouth Devon College is a large sized further education college providing a range of learning opportunities for the diverse communities within Torbay and the surrounding area...
, a Further Education College - Britannia Royal Naval CollegeBritannia Royal Naval CollegeBritannia Royal Naval College is the initial officer training establishment of the Royal Navy, located on a hill overlooking Dartmouth, Devon, England. While Royal Naval officer training has taken place in the town since 1863, the buildings which are seen today were only finished in 1905, and...
, a centre for the training of Royal Navy Officers - The Consortium of All Through Schooling, an organisation bringing together national teaching expertise.
The academy also aims to work extensively with Devon County Council and to form close working relationships with local primary and secondary schools.