I am absolutely delighted to have been appointed as the new Principal of Sandymoor Ormiston Academy. It is a true privilege to lead this exceptional school as we move forward in the next exciting stages of its journey of improvement.
At Sandymoor, we are incredibly proud of our school community, where every student is valued for their individuality, character, and potential. Our students are not only encouraged to achieve academically, but also to grow personally, socially and emotionally. The sense of pride they have in their school is inspiring, and it is my mission to ensure that every student here feels happy, safe and supported in their learning journey.
We believe that education is about far more than just academic success: it is about preparing students for life beyond school. Our holistic approach combines a rigorous academic curriculum with a wide range of extracurricular and personal development opportunities. These experiences enhance students’ cultural understanding, help develop their character and equip them with the skills needed to thrive in the world beyond school.
Being a smaller school, we know our students inside-out and always put them at the heart of our decisions. We work exceptionally hard to provide a student-centred, personalised and innovative learning environment, preparing our students with the character and leadership skills to lead happy, healthy and successful futures. Being a Liverpool City Region Careers Hub, we actively support our students in pursuing the career of their choice; we instil in all of them that their dreams are within reach.
Our curriculum plans are ambitious, and our offer extends well beyond the classroom walls. We actively encourage all our students to develop their cultural learning through opportunities to travel, read, debate, participate in and achieve additional awards and qualifications. We are firmly dedicated to our values of social action, ambition, pride and resilience, which emanate through our academy on a daily basis.
As we journey through the second decade of Sandymoor’s history, it is an exciting time for our school. I am incredibly proud to serve as Principal and work alongside our talented and dedicated staff, governors and trust partners. Together, we will continue to ensure that every student has the best possible opportunity to succeed.
I look forward to meeting you all and working together to ensure that every child at Sandymoor can achieve their dreams.
Linsey Hand
Principal, Sandymoor Ormiston Academy
Where Every Dream is Within Reach