Parent and Carer Letter – Changes to Behaviour and Rewards
From Monday 17th June, we are introducing some changes to the way we follow up students’ behaviour at Q3 Academy Great Barr – using a balance of both sanctions and rewards. This will ensure that our high standards of ready, respectful, and responsible conduct are consistently maintained, and all students benefit from the best possible environment for learning. The feedback from consultations with parents/carers and staff has been overwhelmingly positive, and we have adapted our decision making in response to your views.
Year 13 timetables
Following a review of our current provision and support provided to Year 13, we are pleased to inform you of changes to the structure of the timetable.
Letter to Parents – 2018-2019 42 Bus
The Academy have been contacted by Diamond Buses to make us aware that there is a chance that the 42 bus service will not run next academic year.
Vacancies
Fancy joining our incredible team? Click here to see vacancies across our trust. Thank you for considering Q3 Academy Great Barr as the next step in your professional journey. We are proud to be a vibrant, inclusive community where every member is valued, and every student is empowered to thrive. At the heart of our Academy lies a clear and compelling mission: to be the most inclusive, best-performing school in our local area. This ambition is not just a statement – it is a daily commitment that shapes our culture, our curriculum, and our relationships. We live this mission through our core values of CARE: Community – We are stronger together. We foster a sense of belonging where every voice is heard and every individual is respected. Ambition – We set high expectations for ourselves and our students, striving for excellence in all that we do. Respect – We treat one another with dignity and kindness, creating a culture of mutual trust and understanding. Excellence – We pursue the highest standards in teaching, learning, and leadership, always seeking to improve and innovate. These values are not just words – they are the principles that guide our decisions, shape our relationships, and define our culture. If you are passionate about education, committed to inclusion, and eager to make a meaningful impact, we warmly invite you to join us. At Q3 Academy Great Barr, your talents will be valued, your growth will be supported, and your work will help shape the future. All Q3 Academy Great Barr... (Read More...)
Special Educational Needs (SEND)
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) The Special Educational Needs Department caters for the needs of students with academic, physical, social, and emotional difficulties. We aim to provide inclusive provision to all students identified with Special Educational Needs to ensure that they can participate fully in the life of the Academy and achieve to their full potential. The following documents will give you more information about specific special educational needs and provide guidance on how you can support your child at home. If you have any concerns or would like any more information about the SEND provision at Q3 Academy Great Barr, please get in touch through the contact us tab. SENCo: Miss Merchant Assistant SENCo: Miss Reardon-Allen Our SEND Policy and Local Offer, Information Report, and Intervention Guide can be found on our Policies and Information page.
Curriculum
Welcome to our Curriculum Click here to go to our Curriculum Portal to see the content of our courses and access revision tools.
Primary School Links
Primary School Links Q3 Academy Great Barr is a member of the West Bromwich North Learning Community. As part of this community, Q3 Academy Great Barr works exceptionally closely with local primary schools and academies to ensure that the very best possible arrangements are made for the children who transfer to us. The community meet regularly to ensure that resources and expertise are shared efficiently to benefit the learners in this area.
Financial Information
Financial Information Our financial information can be found on our Trust’s website here.
Policies and Information
Policies Please find below a list of locally applied policies. Note that this list is not exhaustive, should you require details of procedure not detailed here then please contact the Academy. Local Policies: Admission Policies: 2027-2028, 2026-2027, 2025-2026 Anti-Bullying Policy Attendance Policy Careers Policy Curriculum Policy Disability Statement Accessibility Plan First Aid Procedures Positive Behaviour Policy Provider Access Statement RSHE Policy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Local Offer, Information Report, and Intervention Guide Supporting Students with Medical Conditions Uniform Policy Trust Policies, which include the following, can be found here. Charging and Remission Policy Complaints Policy Data Protection (inc. GDPR) Policy Equality Information and Objectives under the PSED Freedom of Information Policy Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Policy Whistleblowing Policy
Governors
Committees and Arrangements Each Academy has one Local Governing Body (LGB) and two Committees: Local Governing Body – holds up to six meetings a year Audit Committee – holds up to four meetings a year Staffing Committee – holds up to ten meetings a year The LGB appoint a Responsible Officer who visits at least three times within a year. Local Governing Body – Q3 Academy Great Barr Position Mr C Bury Ex officio Governor and Headteacher Ms A Connop Governor Ms M Copeland Parent Governor Mrs C Court Staff Governor Mrs J Gardner Co-opted Governor Mrs S Hall Parent Governor Mr D Lomax Vice Chair of Governors Mr C Pritchard Chair of Governors Miss R Tromans Staff Governor Declaration of Interests This information can be found here. Meeting Attendance This information can be found here. Contacting a Governor To communicate with any of our Governors, please do so through our Clerk to the Local Governing Body here. Governance in The Mercian Trust Details of our Trust’s governing structure can be found here.