Welcome to Grace Academy Darlaston
Welcome to Grace Academy Darlaston. Our Academy continues to move forward at pace, our Ofsted report in April 2022 states ‘Excellence is one of the key values of the school. This value is the guiding principle of the curriculum. The school encourages pupils to achieve high academic aims and develop as well-rounded individuals.’ The outcome of the Inspection was that ‘Grace Academy Darlaston continues to be a good school’. All members of our school community – students, parents and staff should be proud of this achievement.
It is a privilege for us to be entrusted with the job of leading Grace Academy Darlaston and continuing this excellent work. It is our intention to see the Academy continue to flourish and to guide all students to achieve their full potential whilst embracing the core values that Tove Learning Trust’s Grace Academies uphold.
If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Our most recent Ofsted report can be found by clicking here.
Mr Henry Holland, Principal
Welcome to Grace Academy Darlaston
Welcome to Grace Academy Darlaston. Our Academy continues to move forward at pace, our Ofsted report in April 2022 states ‘Excellence is one of the key values of the school. This value is the guiding principle of the curriculum. The school encourages pupils to achieve high academic aims and develop as well-rounded individuals.’ The outcome of the Inspection was that ‘Grace Academy Darlaston continues to be a good school’. All members of our school community – students, parents and staff should be proud of this achievement.
It is a privilege for us to be entrusted with the job of leading Grace Academy Darlaston and continuing this excellent work. It is our intention to see the Academy continue to flourish and to guide all students to achieve their full potential whilst embracing the core values that Tove Learning Trust’s Grace Academies uphold.
If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Our most recent Ofsted report can be found by clicking here.
Mr Henry Holland, Principal

Poppy Appeal
Poppies, wristbands and keyrings raising money for the Royal British Legion are available now for purchase in reception.

Sixth Form Open Evening
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Year 11 Practice Exams
Our Year 11s will soon begin their practice exams next week — a key step in preparing for their final exams in May. All students must be in by 8:28am promptly. Help your child get ready with...
NOTICEBOARD
Poppy Appeal
Date: October 1, 2025, 11:13 am
Sixth Form Open Evening
Date: September 30, 2025, 11:13 am
Year 11 Practice Exams
Date: September 17, 2025, 11:13 am
THE SCHOOL DAY
8.20am - Student line-ups
8.30am - 8.50am - Morning Tutor Time (or Assembly)
8.55am - Period 1
9.50am - Break
10.15am - Period 2
11.15am - Period 3
12.10pm - Lunch (and enrichment or clubs)
12.50pm - Period 4
1.50pm - Period 5
2.55pm - Afternoon Tutor Time
3pm - After-school clubs / Enrichment
Total hours per week: 33 hours 20 minutes
Reception Opening Hours:
Mon - Thur: 8am - 4pm
Fri: 8am - 3.30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Total Time Open:
39.5 hours per week
KEY STAFF
Henry Holland - Principal
Sophie Chance - Vice Principal, Pastoral
Dan Thomson - Vice Principal, Quality of Education
Kerry Wadelin-Clarkson - Associate Vice Principal
Justine York - Associate Vice Principal
Hannah Cole - Assistant Principal
Channuwn Israel - Assistant Principal/DSL
Jess Wheeler - Associate Assistant Principal Key Stage 3
Nalene Pates - Associate Assistant Principal Key Stage 4
Lindsay Prentice - Strategic Lead for Data, Examinations and Academy Timetable
Lauren Cavell - Assistant Principal SENCO
Sally Ann Barnes - Business Manager








