It is a privilege to welcome you to John Port Spencer Academy. We understand that the decision about where to entrust the care of your child is extremely important and we thank you for considering John Port Spencer Academy. As a school community we pride ourselves on the fact that our students are happy and enjoy the experience of learning with us in all kinds of ways.
We realise that achievement comes in many different forms and we are committed to ensuring that your child has every opportunity to succeed, grow in confidence and make the most of their individual gifts and talents.
John Port is a flourishing school with great examination results, high quality teaching and learning, an inspiring curriculum (complemented by sporting and musical achievements) and a wide, varied programme of extra-curricular opportunities.
The John Port Way and our values of Joy – Progress – Success – Act are unique to our school and underpin all that we do: we want our students to be happy and to develop and fulfil their individual potential.
We know that your child’s education is precious and as teachers we are privileged to play a part in helping shape so many exciting futures. At John Port Spencer Academy this is a responsibility that we fully embrace. We very much hope that you will choose to join us in September.
Laura O’Leary
Principal
About our Academy
Welcome to the website of John Port Spencer Academy, part of the Spencer Academies Trust. Information on academy values, curriculum and the broader school community can be found here.
John Port is a large academy in the village of Etwall, south of Derby. The Principal is Laura O’Leary. With just over 2,000 students on roll, the academy is one of the largest in the Spencer Academies Trust group, and includes sixth form provision. The Published Admission Number (PAN) is 350 for Years 10 and 11, 360 for Year 9, 370 for 8 and 390 for Year 7.
