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Work Hard / Be Kind / Choose Wisely
1:1 iPad
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“The de Ferrers Academy began to roll out 1:1 iPad in October 2012 as a pilot project with the sixth form and teachers“
Work Hard / Be Kind / Choose Wisely
Erasmus+
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“Since 2016, The de Ferrers Academy has been part of the Erasmus+ scheme to form education partnerships between schools and organisations in EU countries. Erasmus funds the projects through local organisations like The British Council. As well as developing global expertise and effecting impact, the projects aim to help educators experience and appreciate other cultures across the EU.“
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Wishing all of our staff, students, families and friends a very happy holiday.
Thank you all for your support and see you in 2025. pic.twitter.com/Xf6q5YNlpp— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) December 20, 2024
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Tonight was very special for our CFAVs, Mrs Bickle presented Captain Leivers, Captain Budryk and Lt Black with their Kings Coronation Medals. Captain Budryk also received his 5th bar for 44 years service to the Army Cadet Forces! @deferrers pic.twitter.com/x9HtYGk7cB— The de Ferrers Academy Combined Cadet Force (@DFACCFofficial) December 18, 2024
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We loved welcoming Yr 5 & 6 students from Eton Park, Richard Wakefield, and Horninglow to our Sixth Form Panto - Beauty and the Beast! 🌹 Huge thanks to our talented performers for bringing this magical tale to life. 🎭💃#BeautyAndTheBeast #SchoolCommunity @deferrers @affinitylp pic.twitter.com/wcPDuCH1YR— The Sixth Form @ de Ferrers (@deFerrers_6th) December 19, 2024
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ASDAN students completed their cooking challenge yesterday. They have worked so hard and have just about completed all of the course now! @deferrers pic.twitter.com/rvDaSFvL7D— Alternative Curriculum (@DeferrersAC) December 19, 2024
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🎉 Celebrating Success This Week! 🎉
This week, we held our Celebration Assemblies for Years 7-11, and what an incredible way to end the term!
A huge well done to all our students for their hard work, positivity, and kindness this term – we’re so proud of you! pic.twitter.com/4Di7QMDbkn— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) December 19, 2024
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Christmas has arrived! de Ferrers certainly know how to do Carol Services! Wonderful music, fabulous singers, terrific readers and the most joyful atmosphere 😇 Thank you so much to all who took part x @deferrers #CarolService #Christmas— Carrie Wakelin (@carriewa13) December 17, 2024
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You can now download our bumper end of term newsletter: https://t.co/1SnjiByfhJ pic.twitter.com/PJWjjuczga— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) December 13, 2024
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🌟 Shout out to our Year 13 English Language students! 🌟
Today, they led reading interventions for our younger students on our Dove Campus, showing incredible passion for literacy and a love of reading. 💬📚#FutureLeaders #LoveReading #AwesomeSixthFormers @deferrers pic.twitter.com/icIojjTND3— The Sixth Form @ de Ferrers (@deFerrers_6th) December 12, 2024
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Well done to our Y7 and 8 Girls who tonight took part in the sports hall athletics tonight at @robertsutton_PE @Eaststaffssp #TeamDFA 💚🖤 pic.twitter.com/KBKJBsfGkT— de Ferrers Sport (@deferrerssport) December 9, 2024
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A massive thank you to everyone who contributed to 'Donate in December', on Tuesday 10th December
We took Y8 students from Dove Student voice to collate donations from all 3 campuses, the morning involved going to the RSPCA for a tour of the cattery and Rabbit enclosure. pic.twitter.com/0zfR3B4lRp— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) December 10, 2024
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Thank you Burton Addiction Centre for this week’s powerful session! 🎉 The stories shared by Mitch and his volunteers Jen, Amanda, Jared, Mick, Jordan, Fred, and Andy touched us all. 💬💖 Your work is truly inspiring - thank you! 🙏#AddictionAwarenessWeek@BacCentre pic.twitter.com/tpFMXfXN7S— The Sixth Form @ de Ferrers (@deFerrers_6th) December 7, 2024
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🌟 Sixth Form Subject Taster Sessions 🌟 Before submitting your application, join us this January on Trent Campus to explore your options! Try out subjects, meet our teachers, and get a feel for Sixth Form life. Your future starts here!#TasterSessions #SixthForm @deferrers pic.twitter.com/Nm3nhAEwf6— The Sixth Form @ de Ferrers (@deFerrers_6th) December 7, 2024
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Last day of term - Friday 20th December 2024
On the last day of term, the academy will finish at the earlier time of 1:20 PM for all Year 7 to 11 students.#WorkHardBeKindChooseWisely— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) December 3, 2024
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🎅 Day 1: Bernard’s Here!🎄
Look who’s arrived for the festive season - Bernard! He’s ready to spread magic and maybe a little mischief. Stay tuned! 🎁✨#ElfOnTheShelf #BernardTheElf #FestiveFun @deferrers pic.twitter.com/GevcOJtuKf— The Sixth Form @ de Ferrers (@deFerrers_6th) December 2, 2024
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Donate in December - this week pic.twitter.com/PTVeD88tPS— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) December 2, 2024
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Trent campus update:
A group of fabulous Year 9 students supported a research project for Loughborough University this week!
Feedback from the University was incredible. They were blown away by the interaction and positivity of our students. They are a credit to the Academy! pic.twitter.com/Vn6wa9uwkn— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) November 30, 2024
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You can now download and read our latest academy newsletter:https://t.co/J7AFJF8UUr— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) November 30, 2024
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You can down download and read our latest academy newsletter:https://t.co/J7AFJF8UUr— The de Ferrers Academy (@deferrers) November 30, 2024
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🎄✨ The Campus Elves Are Back!✨🎄 Mrs Hobson and Mrs Hulbert kicked off the festive season with their signature cheer, and ‘name the elf competition’!
🎁 Winners to be announced on Friday! #CampusElves #FestiveFun #NameTheElf pic.twitter.com/GmeAEhj38z— The Sixth Form @ de Ferrers (@deFerrers_6th) November 28, 2024