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Unlocking Potential

VALUES & ETHOS

We are a high achieving academy with a rich academic offering. We believe that anything is possible and encourage a combination of our entrepreneurial ethos, specialism in sports and technological focus to raise standards, whilst developing key skills that each student needs to achieve success in the 21st century.

Enrichment & Clubs

Creating memorable, engaging and fun learning experiences where all students can take part in something just because they want to – no exams, no assessment.

Welcome

Welcome to our amazing school on the edge of the South Downs.

When we think of our mission at PACA we start by recognising how lucky we are to live where we do. We have the country, the coast, our city and the capital. We live in a place that champions progressive values, which is dynamic and exciting. We are proud to be Portslade – it’s a great place to live. Our mission, therefore is for everyone in our community to make the most of all that is around us.

Prospectus

Ofsted

"PACA want the very best for the pupils"
- Ofsted 2021

SEN

Our Aspiration Centre – aiming to unlock potential for students with special educational needs.

Curriculum

At PACA we offer pathways that involve different qualifications, all of which can lead to further or higher education, apprenticeships or employment. You can view our curriculum aims here or click on the boxes to more about each subject area.

Aldridge Education

PACA is a member of the Aldridge Education multi-academy trust.

Enterprising Skills

Curriculum

At PACA and PACA 6 we offer pathways that involve different qualifications, all of which can lead to further or higher education, apprenticeships or employment.

English & Media

Developing writing and reading comprehension skills to become discerning, critical thinkers.

Maths & Computing

67% of PACA students achieved a strong pass (grades 9-5) in mathematics in 2018, the highest of any Brighton & Hove state school.

Science & Stem

Providing a solid scientific education that is practical, enjoyable, interesting and challenging.

Foreign Languages

Learning a language and exploring the literature, traditions, identity and future of another culture.

Enterprising Skills

Developing enterprising skills and an entrepreneurial mind-set helps every PACA student lead a successful and happy life, whatever they choose to do.

Performing Arts & Music

Developing students’ performance and production skills, building confidence and teamwork skills.

PE & Sport

A wide range of activities to suit everyone, the chance to gain sports-related qualifications, and elite coaching in football and cricket.

SEN

Our Aspiration Centre – aiming to unlock potential for students with special educational needs.

Arts & Photography

Our art department has one of the best reputations in the city.

Humanities

Understanding the world in which we live and developing critical thinking skills about the information we see.

Aldridge Education

PACA is a member of the Aldridge Education multi-academy trust.

Good luck to all Year 11s currently sitting their GCSE exams.
Follow this link to access the whole school GCSE timetable and information about exams:

Portslade Aldridge Community Academy (PACA) - Exam Information