Scientia Academy
We are a popular two form entry primary school in the heart of Burton On Trent. We serve a diverse community and pride ourselves on being inclusive, caring and forward thinking.
We have a large staff team who are happy, welcoming and work collaboratively to make sure our pupils thrive. Scientia is a modern school building with excellent facilities. We are passionate about supporting pupils' social and emotional wellbeing so have a strong pastoral offer.
We aim to develop Scientia Citizens who show our values of 'Kindness, Respect and Responsibility'. We support our pupils personal development through these values and offer a broad curriculum and an exciting range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.
About our school experience
- Details
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Candidates can spend time in each phase of the school to see how teaching and learning develops through the different age groups, from Nursery to Year 6.
There will be observations of the teaching of phonics using 'Read Write Inc.', maths using 'Maths No Problem' and English through 'Talk 4 Writing'. The afternoon will be focused on the wider curriculum.
Candidates will be able to spend time interacting with pupils within the lessons and across the day, as they spend time in classes across the school. - Start and finish times
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9.00am to 12.00pm
- Flexible
We can be flexible to suit any individual's personal circumstances.
- Dress code
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Smart casual
- Teacher training
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We offer placements as a partner school and mainstream teacher training placements for students from local universities.
Links to more information about our school
- Scientia Academy website
- Scientia Academy Get Information About Schools
- Ofsted report: Scientia Academy
- Performance information: Scientia Academy
Entry requirements
You must:
- None
- DBS check required
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No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.
Placement dates
Location
- Address
- Mona Road, Burton-upon-Trent, DE13 0UF
- Parking
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Yes - on site parking provided
On site parking available, if spaces are not available there is parking on the road outside of the school gates.
- Disability and access details
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We offer facilities and provide an inclusive environment for students, staff and school experience candidates with disability and access needs. We're happy to discuss your disability or access needs before or as part of your school experience request.
- School phases
- Early years, Primary (4 to 11)