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'''Southfields Academy''' (formerly Southfields Community College) is a [[secondary school]] and [[sixth form]] with [[Academy (English school)|academy status]] in [[Southfields]] ([[Wandsworth]]), south west [[London]]. It has about 1300 students. The school enrolls students from over 80 nations. It is in the top percentile of schools nationally for contextual value-added results.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/education/7827157.stm|title=Schools that add the most value|date=January 15, 2009|via=news.bbc.co.uk}}</ref>{{Clarify|date=September 2011}}{{Citation needed|date=September 2011}}
'''Southfields Academy''' (formerly '''Southfields Community College''') is a [[secondary school]] and [[sixth form]] with [[Academy (English school)|academy status]] in [[Southfields]] ([[Wandsworth]]), south west [[London]]. It has about 1300 students.<ref name="ofsted" />


Southfields Academy has been rated by Ofsted as either Outstanding or Good since 2001.<ref name="ofsted">{{cite news| url = https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/23/138682| title = Southfields Academy Report on Ofsted|accessdate= 24 September 2019| work = [[Ofsted]]}}</ref> British Prime Minister [[Theresa May]] visited school in 2019 to promote her plan to improve mental health care.<ref>{{cite news| url = https://news.radiojackie.com/2019/06/theresa-may-has-been-speaking-today-at.html| title = Theresa May has been speaking today at Southfields Academy in Wandsworth|date= 17 June 2019|work = Radio Jackie}}</ref> Southfields Academy provides the education for [[AFC Wimbledon]]’s academy players.<ref>{{cite news| url = https://www.afcwimbledon.co.uk/teams/academy/football-education-programme/| title = AFC Wimbledon Football & Education Programme| accessdate= 25 September 2019| work = [[AFC Wimbledon]]}}</ref>
The majority of students are from different minority ethnic groups and speak more than seventy different languages. For over a third of students, English is not their first mother language.


Former Education Secretary and local MP, [[Justine Greening]] is a regular visitor and supporter of the school.<ref>{{cite news|url = https://www.wandsworthguardian.co.uk/news/14589877.royal-marines-history-celebrated-in-murals-thanks-to-southfields-academy-art-students/| title = Royal Marines history celebrated in murals thanks to Southfields Academy art students|date= 1 July 2016|work= Wandsworth Guardian}}</ref>
It has gained a National Healthy Eating Award, and an Artsmark award for its excellence in Art, Dance, Drama and Music.{{Citation needed|date=September 2011}}


==Ofsted==
==Facilities==
The Academy has a hearing support center for deaf young people.<ref>{{cite news|url = https://thrive.wandsworth.gov.uk/kb5/wandsworth/fsd/service.page?id=ixCW4lH_3Y4| title =Rowan Hearing Support Centre At Southfields Academy|work= THRIVE wandsworth}}</ref>
Her Majesty's Inspectors in June 2014 graded the school as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas of the Ofsted framework. It particularly praised the outstanding leadership, the excellent curriculum offered, outstanding teaching and learning, the effectiveness and efficiency of the sixth form, students achievement overall, the quality of care, guidance and support.{{Citation needed|date=September 2011}}


The International Group at the Academy admits students from abroad; some the children of diplomats or economic migrants. Each year the International Group enrols a number of young people who are unaccompanied refugees.<ref>{{cite news|url = https://schoolsweek.co.uk/child-refugees-one-schools-international-solution-for-new-arrivals/| title = Child refugees: One school's international solution for new arrivals|date= 11 December 2016|work = Schools Week}}</ref>
In February 2013 HMI inspected its 14-19 provision – this was also graded as ‘Outstanding’.{{Citation needed|date=September 2013}} There are numerous initiatives at the college which have helped raise standards of achievement.


The Academy also has a resource base for students who have a Statement of Special Educational Needs or Education Health and Care Plan for:
==Sixth form==
*Speech, Language Communication Needs
Southfields Academy has a growing sixth form (currently 400 students). It offers a range of courses. Alongside this there are opportunities for students to take responsibility and develop leadership skills.{{Clarify|date=September 2011}}
*Autistic Spectrum Disorders


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==In popular culture==
It offers enrichment courses such as Photography, Live saving Awards and Driving Awareness.
*[[About a Boy (film)|About a Boy]] starring [[Hugh Grant]] was filmed inside the school (the interior shots).<ref>{{cite news| url = https://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/4791637/A-school-with-star-quality.html| title = A school with star quality|date= 4 May 2002| work = Telegraph}}</ref>
*[[Louis de Bernières]],<ref name="louis" /> author of [[Captain Corelli's Mandolin]], used to teach at the school.


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==Notable alumni==
Southfields Academy offers a wide range of opportunities and support to all sixth form students, such as, Tutorial programme, Student support, Library/sixth form study rooms, extra curricular activities, Induction and grants.


* [[Jessica George (author)|Jessica George]]<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/jessica-george-author-millionaire-new-novel-maame-b1058577.html | title=Millionaire at 26: How Jessica George's novel Maame became the hottest debut of 2023 | date=13 February 2023 }}</ref> New York Times bestselling author
Moreover, the sixth form offers many different clubs, societies and sports clubs for students to join. Many courses have trips, residential trips or college events, which the students can organise from beginning to completion.
* [[Louis de Bernières]]<ref name="louis">{{cite news| url = https://www.timeandleisure.co.uk/louis-de-bernieres/| title = LOUIS DE BERNIÈRES|date= 22 March 2019| work = Time & Leisure}}</ref> Former teacher and author

* [[Alan Pardew]]<ref>{{cite news| url = https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/crystal-palaces-alan-pardew-putting-leadership-qualities-to-good-use-as-he-targets-higher-finish-a2323761.html| title = Crystal Palace's Alan Pardew putting leadership qualities to good use as he targets record Premier League finish|date= 7 August 2015| work = The Standard}}</ref> Professional football manager
==Most multi-lingual school in Europe==
* [[Michail Antonio]]<ref>{{cite news| url = https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/aug/30/michail-antonio-smile-raw-talent-england-slovakia| title = Michail Antonio brings a smile and raw talent to England camp in need of both|date= 30 August 2016| work = The Guardian}}</ref> Professional footballer
"Southfields Community College in Wandsworth has become Europe's most cosmopolitan school," ''The Daily Mail'' reported, "71 different languages are spoken in its classrooms." <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-406091/UK-school-sets-new-record-languages-spoken-class.html|title=UK school sets new record for most languages spoken in class|website=Mail Online}}</ref>
* [[Malachi Kirby]]<ref>{{cite news| url = https://southwestlondon.tv/southfields-academy-southfields-hidden-secret/| title = Southwest London TV| work = Southfields Academy}}</ref> Actor

* [[Paul Osew]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Paul shows the way to Plough Lane's class of 2022 |url=https://www.afcwimbledon.co.uk/news/2022/march/paul-shows-the-way-to-plough-lanes-class-of-2022/ |access-date=9 August 2022 |website=www.afcwimbledon.co.uk |language=en-gb}}</ref> Professional footballer
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==In popular culture==
About a Boy starring Hugh Grant was filmed inside the school (the interior shots)

==Extra curricular activities==
Southfields Academy organises many clubs and societies for the benefit of its students. They are intended to provide opportunities for students to extend their academic skills, develop socially and have fun. The following gives an indication of some of the activities SCC offers:
* Clubs and support clinics are run in the following areas: Maths, English, Science, Geography, History, Design & Technology, Modern Languages, Art, Business &Information Technology, EAL support, Homework and the Library.
* Societies and other activities: Amnesty International Group, Drama, Instrumental Tuition, Choir, Band, Chess and Public Speaking.
* Sports Clubs: Swimming, Netball, Football (A girls team was invited by Chelsea FC to take part in the 3rd Football for Friendship forum in 2015), Basketball, Hockey, Trampolining, Athletics, Cricket, Rugby etc.
* Educational and team – building visits: Science museums, National gallery, Rock climbing, Outward Bound tip to Wales, Isle of Wight, Mountain activities weekend, Ice skating, University visits, etc.


==Aspire at Southfields==
==Aspire at Southfields==
Aspire @ Southfields is the umbrella under which it operates all its Community services, including Adult Learning, Extended Services and Community Sport and Leisure provision. There are classes and courses for the public during the day, in the evenings and at weekends. Individuals and clubs can also book to use the sports facilities. Membership of the Aspire Centre will give people access to the Fitness Suite and gives them subsidised rates on all courses and classes plus facility hire.
Aspire @ Southfields is the umbrella under which it operates all its community services, including Adult Learning, Extended Services and Community Sport and Leisure provision. There are classes and courses for the public during the day, in the evenings and at weekends. Individuals and clubs can also book to use the sports facilities. Membership of the Aspire Centre gives people access to the Fitness Suite and gives them subsidised rates on all courses and classes plus facility hire.

==Southfields Multi-Academy Trust==
On the 5 April 2017 Southfields Academy created the "Southfields Multi-Academy Trust"<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://beta.companieshouse.gov.uk/company/08190187/filing-history|title=SOUTHFIELDS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST - Filing history (free information from Companies House)|website=beta.companieshouse.gov.uk}}</ref> [[Linden Lodge School]] joined the trust on 1 September 2018.


Nursery @ Aspire is based at the Academy. It is a nursery for pre-school children. {{citation needed|date=March 2020}}
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==Notable former pupils==
{{alumni|date=September 2019}}
*[[Alan Pardew]], current [[Crystal Palace F.C.]] manager.
*[[Magnus Okuonghae]], plays for [[Luton Town F.C.]]
*[[Gavin Holligan]], played for [[West Ham United F.C.]]
*[[Matthew Briggs]], plays for [[Colchester United F.C.]]
*[[Elvis Hammond]], plays for [[Kingstonian F.C.]]
*[[Michail Antonio]], plays for [[West Ham United F.C.]]


==References==
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Southfields Academy
Address
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333 Merton Road

Wandsworth
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London
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SW18 5JU

England
Coordinates51°26′42″N 0°11′49″W / 51.445°N 0.197°W / 51.445; -0.197
Information
TypeAcademy
MottoCarpe diem
Department for Education URN138682 Tables
OfstedReports
PrincipalJacqueline Valin
HeadteacherWanda Golinska
Age11 to 18
Enrolmentc1680
Colour(s)Year 7 – Year 9 wear blue and gold ties, Year 10 wear black and gold ties & Year 11 wear gold ties.
Websitewww.southfieldsacademy.com
Map

Southfields Academy (formerly Southfields Community College) is a secondary school and sixth form with academy status in Southfields (Wandsworth), south west London. It has about 1300 students.[1]

Southfields Academy has been rated by Ofsted as either Outstanding or Good since 2001.[1] British Prime Minister Theresa May visited school in 2019 to promote her plan to improve mental health care.[2] Southfields Academy provides the education for AFC Wimbledon’s academy players.[3]

Former Education Secretary and local MP, Justine Greening is a regular visitor and supporter of the school.[4]

Facilities

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The Academy has a hearing support center for deaf young people.[5]

The International Group at the Academy admits students from abroad; some the children of diplomats or economic migrants. Each year the International Group enrols a number of young people who are unaccompanied refugees.[6]

The Academy also has a resource base for students who have a Statement of Special Educational Needs or Education Health and Care Plan for:

  • Speech, Language Communication Needs
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorders
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Notable alumni

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Aspire at Southfields

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Aspire @ Southfields is the umbrella under which it operates all its community services, including Adult Learning, Extended Services and Community Sport and Leisure provision. There are classes and courses for the public during the day, in the evenings and at weekends. Individuals and clubs can also book to use the sports facilities. Membership of the Aspire Centre gives people access to the Fitness Suite and gives them subsidised rates on all courses and classes plus facility hire.

Nursery @ Aspire is based at the Academy. It is a nursery for pre-school children. [citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Southfields Academy Report on Ofsted". Ofsted. Retrieved 24 September 2019.
  2. ^ "Theresa May has been speaking today at Southfields Academy in Wandsworth". Radio Jackie. 17 June 2019.
  3. ^ "AFC Wimbledon Football & Education Programme". AFC Wimbledon. Retrieved 25 September 2019.
  4. ^ "Royal Marines history celebrated in murals thanks to Southfields Academy art students". Wandsworth Guardian. 1 July 2016.
  5. ^ "Rowan Hearing Support Centre At Southfields Academy". THRIVE wandsworth.
  6. ^ "Child refugees: One school's international solution for new arrivals". Schools Week. 11 December 2016.
  7. ^ "A school with star quality". Telegraph. 4 May 2002.
  8. ^ a b "LOUIS DE BERNIÈRES". Time & Leisure. 22 March 2019.
  9. ^ "Millionaire at 26: How Jessica George's novel Maame became the hottest debut of 2023". 13 February 2023.
  10. ^ "Crystal Palace's Alan Pardew putting leadership qualities to good use as he targets record Premier League finish". The Standard. 7 August 2015.
  11. ^ "Michail Antonio brings a smile and raw talent to England camp in need of both". The Guardian. 30 August 2016.
  12. ^ "Southwest London TV". Southfields Academy.
  13. ^ "Paul shows the way to Plough Lane's class of 2022". www.afcwimbledon.co.uk. Retrieved 9 August 2022.
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