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
So proud of our students!
They showed amazing pride in their community during our recent litter pick - students demonstrating responsibility, teamwork, and kindness.
Small actions, big impact. Well done, everyone!
The 900 Club! Be in to win!
Let's reach 900 students in school next week Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and the whole school will get to enjoy a Non-Uniform Day on Friday 19th December! 🎄
Let’s do this! 💯
Parent Attendance Session
Just a reminder that our attendance session will be next week: prize draw for a mini Christmas hamper, lunch provided and you can meet our team to discuss any attendance questions. Join us on...
NOTICEBOARD
So proud of our students!
Date: December 15, 2025, 8:11 am
The 900 Club! Be in to win!
Date: December 15, 2025, 8:07 am
Parent Attendance Session
Date: December 2, 2025, 1:58 pm
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
