“There were some very helpful members of staff and the student who showed us around was polite, articulate and a credit to the academy.   The Open Evening was fantastic; needed an extra hour though!   My child enjoyed the Science experiments.”

“The pupil showing us around was very knowledgeable and able to answer all questions and the staff were friendly and available to talk giving a clear understanding of expectations and options.”

“I was surprised by the amount of non-curricular activities which the school have to offer.”

“Facilities were better than expected. Behaviour was excellent. Good chat to the Head.”

“You have a lot of teachers who are clearly passionate about their subject. This was pleasing to see — it is not reflected in the media.”

“Communication, friendliness of staff and students, enthusiasm.”

“Everyone from students to staff seems to be very positive in driving the school forward. Our son liked what was on display. We can see improvements are needed but would feel confident that we could trust Dean Academy with our son’s further education.”

“I felt the activities set out by all departments were fun, engaging and interactive. The pupils and teachers were really positive about their subjects. Very impressed.”

“Very warm welcome. Good food. Very impressed by Science.”

“My daughter attends here and we had a high opinion already.”

“Better expectations than originally.”

“We came 3 years ago when our eldest daughter went up to secondary and were less than impressed, I have to say we have had our minds changed this evening, very impressed.”

“I thought it was a good speech by the Headmaster. The classrooms well presented.”

“Better than expected!”

“Much bigger than expected and lots of choice of subjects.”