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"BACA is a fantastic place to be and you make friends easily" - Student
"All members of the school community are encouraged to have high aspirations." Ofsted 2017
"My daughter loves going to school! She has nothing but good things to say about the teachers and the school." - Year 7 parent
"Teaching is skillful and planned well" Ofsted 2017

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.

Principal's Welcome

entrepreneurial

Enabling students to thrive in today's rapidly changing technological world

Community

"My daughter is in Year 7 and loves going to school! She has nothing but good things to say"

INSTAGRAM

Instagram Posts by BACA

Curriculum

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

Construction

Our partnership with KSD Support Services Ltd provides a variety of study options in construction and carpentry.

Creative

BACA students follow a curriculum that develops their creative thinking and encourages them to break boundaries and challenge perception.

Sports

Our sports facilities are exceptional. Unique courses combine high-quality training with academic studies.

BACA College

BACA College is a unique collaboration between industry and education.

GCSE

Our curriculum is designed to give students a comprehensive and broad education, and achieve academic success.

Business & Enterprise

Courses and experiences which give students a thorough understanding of the skills required to succeed in business.

Aldridge
Education

A charitable trust whose entrepreneurial community schools help young people to reach their potential.

New Year 6 Parents — School Admissions for September 2025

Time flies - soon your child will be ready to embark on their exciting high school journey!

BACA offers the perfect stepping stone for your child's future.

Don't wait to take this important next step — learn about our admission process and

submit your application today to secure their spot.

School Admissions
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BACA College

Limited spaces on our Plumbing, Multi-Trades and Carpentry courses.

Click HERE to apply!

Already have a Level 2 in site carpentry or bench joinery? Do you want to apply for your Level 3 in site carpentry?

Please contact Graham Curd to arrange an interview.

Applications are now open for entry to BACA College in September 2025. Click here to apply!

Letters

Click here to read our latest letters sent to parents and carers

Out-of-Hours Support

Out-of-Hours Support

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