St James' CofE Academy

St James' CofE Academy is a Christian-founded secondary school located in Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire (postcode MK40 4BD). It serves students from age 11 through Year 11, providing a comprehensive education in a faith-based environment. Some facts about St James' CofE Academy include:

1. It is an academy, meaning it’s funded by the government and is free to attend, but it's run as an independent body with its own governing board.
2. The school focuses on a well-rounded education with the goal of instilling a strong sense of values, morals, and community while offering a range of academic and extracurricular activities.
3. St James' CofE Academy is part of the Diocese of Oxford Academies Trust (DOAT) which works in partnership with Church of England schools, across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire.
4. In 2018, the school received recognition for outstanding teaching, particularly in English and Mathematics.
5. The school uses performance data to drive improvement, encouraging its students to maintain a good attendance record, develop strong literacy and numeracy skills, achieve high GCSE results, and progress effectively upon leaving.

The school campus and facilities are designed to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for students' growth and development, while promoting academic achievement, scholarship, and a love for learning. St James' CofE Academy tightly collaborates with St James C.E. Primary School to ensure a smooth transition for students from primary to secondary education. The school welcomes students and families from various faith backgrounds and believes in working together towards a shared vision of excellence.