Open event date revealed for The Laurel Academy in Mexborough

The new Associate Principal at The Laurel Academy has issued a warm invitation to Year 5 and 6s and their families for their next open evening.

Warren Rose, the former Vice Principal, who was promoted to school lead this year, has organised an open event for Tuesday, September 29, from 4.30 to 7pm, there is no booking required, all families are welcome to attend.

It’s the perfect chance for pupils to see what to expect from secondary school and see exactly what makes The Laurel Academy special.

Serving the town of Mexborough and its surrounding areas, the academy is an 11- 16 school which is sponsored by the Delta Academies Trust (DELTA).

Provisional data shows that students at The Laurel Academy achieve well. It is exceptional that 82% of students passed English and 82% passed mathematics’ The Laurel’s highest performance for measures in 2026.But it’s not just academic success that makes The Laurel stand out.

The Laurel Academy is an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ academy, led by highly qualified staff, who prioritise every student’s academic achievements and personal development to ensure they have the very best start in life.

The Laurel Academy experience includes:

• An opportunity for residential experiences in the Lake District National Park at the Trust’s Outdoor Education Centre at Patterdale on Ullswater or Dallowgill in Ripon, North Yorkshire.

• The opportunity to experience cultural visits in all year groups.

• State-of-the-art sports facilities and participation in Trust wide events.

• Fully resourced and funded curriculum resources, including knowledge organisers and bespoke revision guides, as well as access to exceptional online study packages;

• A free uniform pack, including a blazer, trousers/skirt, shirts, tie, and PE kit (sports jersey, lightweight PE top, shorts and socks). To secure your place, you can register directly with the academy during the open evening and reserve a uniform and residential place for September 2025.

Mr Rose said: “We believe that every child has a right to an outstanding education and we are determined to make that the case in our academy.

“Here at The Laurel Academy, the entire school community is committed to providing an outstanding educational experience, allowing all students to achieve their potential. We deliver exciting and engaging lessons within a disciplined and supportive environment.

“We offer a flexible curriculum and an extensive range of activities beyond the classroom. In 2018, The Laurel Academy became part of the Delta family. Since then, we’ve been growing rapidly, and our fantastic building and resources ensure that your child receives the very best education. We look forward to sharing more of the academy’s successes when you visit!”

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