We provide the highest quality inclusive education founded on our three Core Values of Respect, Responsibility and Honesty and our Vision for Learning which promotes achievement for all. Our overall approach is underpinned by our motto, Revereor Vitam – to have a reverence, or respect for life. 

Our broad and balanced curriculum is designed so that in Key Stage 3 (Years 7 to 9) students study the full range of National Curriculum subjects. In Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11), whilst most students study the English Baccalaureate group of subjects (English, Mathematics, History or Geography, at least two sciences and a language), they are also able to select from a vast range of other subjects. In our very popular Sixth Form, the range of subjects available broadens further still.

We emphasise not only the development of knowledge and understanding, but also what we refer to as the DWS Life Learning Skills. An education at Darrick Wood aims to ensure that all students leave with the knowledge, skills and qualifications to make positive contributions to the communities in which they live and the wider world around them. This is supported by our extensive extra-curricular offer which allows students to develop and grow holistically. We have a strong pastoral care system, with ten Forms per year group and each year group led by an Achievement Coordinator and an Assistant Achievement Coordinator. These teams work alongside experienced non-teaching members of staff to ensure all students are supported to achieve their best.

We have amazing, well cared for facilities, our students demonstrate excellent behaviour and positive attitudes towards each other and their learning. Our staff are highly qualified and experienced. If you believe in comprehensive education at its very best, you will enjoy being part of our school communit