Welcome to our College, a unique residential and day provision for Deaf young people who use British Sign Language (BSL) and may also have additional needs.
Our students’ learning is mapped out with learning pathways which have been individually tailored to them, taking into account their ambitions, abilities and needs.
Residential students stay in our homely accommodation where they are supported by friendly, highly-trained staff. We also offer lots of different extra-curricular activities – think paddleboarding, climbing and youth club to name but a few!
We welcome you to come and see our College, meet current Post-16 and Post-19 learners and explore all the educational opportunities offered here at the Academy.
Explore these pages to find out more, and then contact us to arrange a visit:
Email : reception@thedeafacademy.ac.uk
I like it here at the Academy because everyone is friendly. Everyone is respectful and staff help to build your confidence; mine has really improved.” – William, College student
Meet the team
Deb Thomas
Teacher of the Deaf (RSE/English)
Nick Edmunds
Teacher
Helen Childs
Teacher
Karma Stocks
Teacher & Core Learning Lead
Joanna Fison
Lead Teacher Science, Humanities and PSHE
Rebecca Pratt
Lead Teacher BSL
Anna Higgins
Teacher & Foundation Learning Lead
Matt Jenkins
Lead Teacher BSL
Jamie Swateridge
Teacher
Glen Hookway
Post 16 & Learning Support Manager
Claire Eaton
Teacher