Boys do Better at Burnage THE BEST RESULTS FOR BOYS IN MANCHESTER: An inclusive Manchester boys’ IN THE school rated TOP 3% OF NON SELECTIVE SCHOOLS OUTSTANDING by IN THE NORTH WEST FOR THE PERFORMANCE OFSTED OF BOYS Be Outstanding www.burnage.manchester.sch.uk What sort of education do you want for your son? Do you want a school that is in the TOP 3% I am passionate about making young people’s lives better for the performance of boys in the North and I know how education can give any student whatever “ Pupils learn well and West of England? their background or ability opportunities of success and I care deeply about boys succeeding in education. It upsets make excellent progress” One that is rated ‘OUTSTANDING’ me greatly that they are falling further and further behind in schools right across the country, but not here, Ofsted: October 2018 by Ofsted? not at Burnage. A school where the performance I’m privileged to have returned home to Manchester in English and Maths is in the to serve our community and lead a school where our focus is solely on boys and ensuring that they TOP 1% of non-selective schools are valued, that their lives are enriched and that in the North West? they thrive. A school where boys come first, It is clear that, if you want the best for your son, for him to thrive and to perform well academically in a non-selective where they thrive, where they are school in Manchester, Burnage Academy for Boys is the taught resilience, independence and care? choice for you. Are you looking for an inclusive Contact us by email or through the contact form on our website to find out more, to start a dialogue with our school? Everybody is welcome friendly and caring staff and to arrange a visit so that you at Burnage. can see for yourself. Do you want your son to attend For further information and to arrange THE BEST PERFORMING of all the an appointment email us at schools he could attend in Manchester? Headteacher [email protected] RESILIENCE INDEPENDENCE CARE Be Outstanding www.burnage.manchester.sch.uk our mission Personal Development at Burnage Academy Burnage Academy for Boys is Our bespoke personal development Care an inclusive school community offering meets the needs of boys, focussing At Burnage Academy for Boys we realise the importance where students, staff and families on our three key values. These are of working with you to ensure your child is safe, cared for all work together to ensure that resilience, independence and care. and has a clear set of morals to go out into the world with. boys will be the best they can be. Our personal development curriculum is fully focussed on Resilience developing boys’ interpersonal skills on their journey from Year 7 to Year 11, giving them the confidence to thrive in The school is relentless in ensuring that boys become life after Burnage Academy. All this is led by a caring and “ The school is a resilient young adults by the time they leave the school. experienced Pastoral Team who will work closely with you We understand that boys need to be taught to deal harmonious community. and your child to achieve the best possible outcomes for all with the ups and downs of daily life, to be guided to make boys over their time here. Pupils accept and value the right choices and taught the key skill of responding well to challenging situations. each other.” Independence Ofsted: October 2018 “ The school’s work to At the heart of our personal development offer is teaching promote pupils’ personal Come and see Burnage Academy for the boys independence, both of thought and action. yourself. We can arrange a socially We encourage debate in our classes, teaching boys to development and be independent critical thinkers. Our team works tirelessly distanced tour with a Senior Leader. to ensure that boys have the independent skills to fully welfare is outstanding.” To arrange an appointment email us at look after themselves in the world beyond Burnage [email protected] Academy for Boys. Ofsted: October 2018 RESILIENCE INDEPENDENCE CARE Be Outstanding www.burnage.manchester.sch.uk enrichment At Burnage Academy for Boys we know football, cricket, badminton and basketball. We are also one of “ Leaders have planned that to be the best they can be, boys need the only schools in Manchester to have a climbing wall, as well an inclusive education; one which occurs as opportunities for boys to try out sports such as badminton, the curriculum to ensure inside and outside the classroom which weight lifting, wrestling and table tennis. We have one of the builds resilience, promotes independence biggest Duke of Edinburgh Award offerings in Manchester and that pupils gain the regularly take boys to our very own outdoor centre at Buxworth and shows care. To achieve this, we offer a in the Peak District, as well as offering boys free trips to outdoor success they need for dedicated SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social residential centres such as Ghyll Head and Castle Head. and Cultural) enrichment curriculum as their future lives.” well as multiple opportunities in sport, Clubs and Societies clubs and societies. Our enrichment offer extends beyond the sporting to include all interests. We have a number of lunchtime clubs “ Leaders ensure that SMSC Curriculum and after school societies in subjects such as Art, Science, pupils have a strong We offer all boys in year 7 to 9 at least one opportunity per Chess, Creative Writing, Design and Film clubs. half term to experience the rich culture which Manchester Boys are encouraged to be independent and take voice in the running of has to offer linked to one of their subjects. From visits and ownership of these clubs, with opportunities to set day trips the best of the city’s Museums, Art Galleries and up and lead clubs and societies which reflect their local community engagement projects, we aim to ensure own interests. their school.” that our boys grow up being able to fully embrace the Interhouse Competitions Ofsted: October 2018 cultural opportunities which Manchester has to offer them, ensuring they become a full part of the city. Our House system offers pupils the opportunity Sports and Outdoor Pursuits to take part in Maths competitions, Spelling Bees and Art challenges, ultimately competing nationwide Come and see Burnage Academy From interhouse competition to full year group teams, against other schools in many of these areas with great for yourself. We can arrange we offer sports clubs and societies in many sports such as recent success. a socially distanced tour with a Senior Leader. To arrange an appointment email us at RESILIENCE INDEPENDENCE CARE [email protected] Be Outstanding www.burnage.manchester.sch.uk “ Pupils behave well in lessons, which helps all to learn.” Ofsted: October 2018 Burnage Academy For Boys Burnage Lane Manchester M19 1ER T 0161 432 1527 E [email protected] For further information and to arrange an appointment email us at [email protected] www.burnage.manchester.sch.uk.