Malcolm Arnold Academy
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Malcolm Arnold Academy is a mixed-gender Academy in Northampton
, England, for pupils aged 11 - 18. It was established in 2010 following the closure of the Unity College
in July of that year, and opened for year 7 and ages 16+ on 3 September 2010, and for other years on 6 September. The academy, which begins as an entirely new school, occupies the campus of the former Unity College and has the capacity for 1,450 pupils. The academy is a Church of England foundation academy but caters for all faiths and none.
was to be closed following continued poor performance reported by Ofsted
. it was further announced that a new school would be opened under the leadership of the David Ross Foundation which proposed that the new academy would specialise in mathematics and music. In addition to these specialist subjects, the academy would offer students a broad and balanced academic and vocational curriculum. David Ross, chairman of the foundation, said: “Closing a school is never an easy decision, however we believe it is in the best interests of students, staff, parents and the wider community to open a new academy that will offer a world-class education." The David Ross Foundation also sponsors the Havelock Academy
in Grimsby, which opened in 2007. The new school is being funded by the Department of Education, Philip Cantwell, the first principal of the new academy, was previously the headmaster of The King's School, Tynemouth
.
The academy, a specialist music college, is named after Sir Malcolm Arnold
, the English composer, who is best remembered for his nine symphonies and also wrote the scores for many films including The Bridge on the River Kwai
, Whistle Down the Wind
, Hobson's Choice
, and Inn of the Sixth Happiness. Sir Malcolm, who was born in Northampton, died in 2006 aged 84.
fed by the link schools of All Saints CEVA Primary School, Collingtree CEVA Primary School, St Andrew’s CEVA Primary School, St James’ CEVA Primary School, St Luke’s CEVA Primary School, Weston Favell CEVA Primary School, or any other church that is a member of Churches Together in England
, followed by members of a religion affiliated to the UK Interfaith Network
. and pupils must reside within the areas governed by the Borough of Northampton.
Northampton
Northampton is a large market town and local government district in the East Midlands region of England. Situated about north-west of London and around south-east of Birmingham, Northampton lies on the River Nene and is the county town of Northamptonshire. The demonym of Northampton is...
, England, for pupils aged 11 - 18. It was established in 2010 following the closure of the Unity College
Unity College Northampton
Unity College was a mixed 11-16 school in Northampton it was Northampton's first Church of England College. It had replaced the old school, Trinity High School, which was opened in 1932...
in July of that year, and opened for year 7 and ages 16+ on 3 September 2010, and for other years on 6 September. The academy, which begins as an entirely new school, occupies the campus of the former Unity College and has the capacity for 1,450 pupils. The academy is a Church of England foundation academy but caters for all faiths and none.
Creation
The academy was established following an announcement on 12 May 2010 by Northamptonshire County Council that Nothampton's Unity CollegeUnity College Northampton
Unity College was a mixed 11-16 school in Northampton it was Northampton's first Church of England College. It had replaced the old school, Trinity High School, which was opened in 1932...
was to be closed following continued poor performance reported by Ofsted
Ofsted
The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills is the non-ministerial government department of Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Schools In England ....
. it was further announced that a new school would be opened under the leadership of the David Ross Foundation which proposed that the new academy would specialise in mathematics and music. In addition to these specialist subjects, the academy would offer students a broad and balanced academic and vocational curriculum. David Ross, chairman of the foundation, said: “Closing a school is never an easy decision, however we believe it is in the best interests of students, staff, parents and the wider community to open a new academy that will offer a world-class education." The David Ross Foundation also sponsors the Havelock Academy
Havelock Academy
Havelock Academy is a secondary school and sixth form, with Academy status, based in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, England.-Admissions:It is situated north of the A46, near the junction with the A1031, on the opposite of the road from the former Matthew Humberstone School .-The Havelock...
in Grimsby, which opened in 2007. The new school is being funded by the Department of Education, Philip Cantwell, the first principal of the new academy, was previously the headmaster of The King's School, Tynemouth
The King's School, Tynemouth
The King's School is a co-educational, independent day school in Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear, England with over 800 pupils aged between 4 and 18. The current headmaster is Mr Edward Wesson . The school is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference...
.
The academy, a specialist music college, is named after Sir Malcolm Arnold
Malcolm Arnold
Sir Malcolm Henry Arnold, CBE was an English composer and symphonist.Malcolm Arnold began his career playing trumpet professionally, but by age thirty his life was devoted to composition. He was ranked with Benjamin Britten as one of the most sought-after composers in Britain...
, the English composer, who is best remembered for his nine symphonies and also wrote the scores for many films including The Bridge on the River Kwai
The Bridge on the River Kwai
The Bridge on the River Kwai is a 1957 British World War II film by David Lean based on The Bridge over the River Kwai by French writer Pierre Boulle. The film is a work of fiction but borrows the construction of the Burma Railway in 1942–43 for its historical setting. It stars William...
, Whistle Down the Wind
Whistle Down the Wind
Whistle Down the Wind may refer to:* Whistle Down the Wind , a film directed by Bryan Forbes* Whistle Down the Wind , a musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on the film...
, Hobson's Choice
Hobson's Choice
Hobson's Choice is a play by Harold Brighouse, the title coming from the popular expression, Hobson's choice — meaning no choice at all.The first production was at the Princess Theatre in New York. It then transferred to London on June 24, 1916 at the Apollo Theatre, before moving to the Prince of...
, and Inn of the Sixth Happiness. Sir Malcolm, who was born in Northampton, died in 2006 aged 84.
Admission
Admission is granted primarily to members of the Church of EnglandChurch of England
The Church of England is the officially established Christian church in England and the Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The church considers itself within the tradition of Western Christianity and dates its formal establishment principally to the mission to England by St...
fed by the link schools of All Saints CEVA Primary School, Collingtree CEVA Primary School, St Andrew’s CEVA Primary School, St James’ CEVA Primary School, St Luke’s CEVA Primary School, Weston Favell CEVA Primary School, or any other church that is a member of Churches Together in England
Churches Together in England
Churches Together in England is an ecumenical organisation and the national instrument for the Christian church in England. It helps the different Churches to work together instead of separately so that they can be more effective and credible...
, followed by members of a religion affiliated to the UK Interfaith Network
Interfaith
The term interfaith dialogue refers to cooperative, constructive and positive interaction between people of different religious traditions and/or spiritual or humanistic beliefs, at both the individual and institutional levels...
. and pupils must reside within the areas governed by the Borough of Northampton.