Who we are.

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Welcome to NexGen Academy…

we’re a small innovative registered independent school, specifically set up to meet the needs of children with additional educational needs.

NexGen Academy is a school ‘where education outcomes happen.’ Amazing relationships, amazing new beginnings where our pupils grow like never before, amazing personalised planning and amazing staff who go that extra mile for our pupils and families – I could go on!

We place great importance on personalised learning and there is a high emphasis on character, confidence and resilience building throughout our curriculum. Our small, well equipped learning environment enables pupils to establish a sense of belonging, where they are able to commit to their education and accomplish great things.

A culture of nurturing and restorative practice is embedded throughout our school. With our team of caring teachers and support staff we offer a safe, secure environment where our pupils can develop strong, meaningful relationships. We offer a warm, welcoming family atmosphere where everyone is valued and included.

Our broad aim is to work beyond standard developmental and teaching models and take full account of our pupil’s needs, capabilities and future aspirations. A deep understanding of our pupils enables us to take a ‘holistic’ approach to the development of each pupil.

I hope you find our prospectus useful. We have a range of policies that describe how we work which are available through the school office on request and published on the school website.

The only true way to find out what we do is to come and visit us, where you will be made most welcome.

- Kevin Lynch, Founder & Headteacher

Our Mission

All students are the Next Generation. We’re here to help them believe in themselves, realise their potential, achieve a successful social and academic future, and enable them to sustain this throughout their lives.

We value everyone as individuals. We want to give each student different opportunities and empower them to achieve the success that they deserve. We trust people and learn how to trust people, by building good positive relationships.

We strongly believe in our mission statement and it is embedded in the culture of our school on a daily basis. These values are shared with our students and modelled by our staff and visitors which our students in turn believe in.

When James first started NexGen I was nervous when he came home hoping he had enjoyed it because James had been at 2 or 3 places before here and didn't like them, couldn't settle or wasn't learning anything. James now seems settled and happier and he is learning more at NexGen. James said he feels more confident with his work and has learnt more than before. I would like to thank all the staff for their time and effort they have put into teaching James and giving him a chance.