We are proud to announce that Great Park Academy has received national recognition for pupil effort and recommendation by TEP.

Following the latest Spring 2026 census conducted by The Engagement Platform (TEP), Great Park Academy has been awarded two prestigious awards that celebrate the voices and experiences of their pupils.

The academy has ranked in the:

• Top 5% of secondary schools nationally for pupil effort, and
• Top 10% of secondary schools nationally for pupil recommendation

These accolades reflect the strong culture of the school and the consistent commitment shown by both pupils and staff.

This recognition marks the second time this academic year that Great Park Academy has achieved national engagement badges, having previously been acknowledged in the Autumn 2025 census. Receiving recognition in consecutive national surveys is a significant accomplishment and demonstrates the academy's sustained dedication to providing a positive and engaging learning environment.

These awards are based directly on feedback from pupils, which makes them particularly meaningful. They highlight not only the effort that students are putting into their learning but also the confidence they have in recommending their school to others.

Katherine Billingsley, Head of School at Great Park Academy, expressed her pride: "Being ranked among the top schools nationally is a testament to the collective effort of our entire school community. Our staff work tirelessly to create a supportive and aspirational environment, while our students consistently demonstrate dedication, resilience, and a strong work ethic.
These results show that engagement at Great Park Academy is not a one-off success, it is embedded in the way we learn, teach, and support one another every day."

At Gosforth Group, we are proud to see our academy's consistently recognised for their impact on our students. Achievements like this demonstrate how a focus on student voice, engagement and high expectations supports strong outcomes across our Trust and reflects our shared ethos of Creating Futures for all children and young people in our care.

Congratulations to the students, staff and wider community at Great Park Academy on this well-deserved recognition.