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Eric Jackson joined Sandown Bay Academy on the Isle of Wight in November 2013 as Executive Principal.

He has been highly praised by Ofsted inspectors for his leadership and helping to bring the failing Academy out of Special Measures.

13, August 2015·1 min read

Eric Jackson: ‘All youngsters can thrive at 6th Form with the right support’

Congratulations to pupils at Ryde Academy's 6th Form on the day when they find out their A Level results.

Eric Jacson principal Sandown Bay and Ryde Academy Isle of Wight

5, February 2015·1 min read

Teaching union’s view on Rory Fox’s disappearance and future of Ryde Academy

The headline grabbing Principal, Dr Rory Fox, has now moved on from the school and the NUT say it's time to rebuild Ryde Academy.

4, February 2015·1 min read

Rory Fox goes. Another Island head to oversee Ryde Academy

Parents were aware that Dr Fox was due to leave sometime this year, but he has now returned to Essex to assist with other projects.

2, February 2015·1 min read

Sandown Bay Academy: Further praise for head teacher

The Ofsted inspector says the headteacher's "relentless focus on raising standards has boosted staff morale and built up their confidence".

5, November 2014·2 min read

Praise from Ofsted for leadership at Academy

More work is needed before the secondary school can be considered 'Good' by Ofsted, but official word has been released to confirm the Academy is out of Special Measures.

18, October 2014·1 min read

Sandown Bay Academy exits Special Measures

Congratulations are in order for Sandown Bay Academy for working its way out of Special Measures. A great deal of hard work and determination has been shown by all involved.

10, June 2014·2 min read

Positive Ofsted report for Academy in Special Measures

It's only been a few months since the last inspection, but Ofsted has been back to Sandown Bay to see whether progress is being made to exit Special Measures.

27, February 2014·3 min read

Sandown Bay Academy ‘revitalised’ under new leadership

The Ofsted inspector found that although the new Principal has only been in post nine weeks, he has revitalised this academy.

15, November 2013·2 min read

Here’s the letter that went to Sandown Bay Academy parents today

A new Principal, cited as "a highly acclaimed leader", will start working at the Academy on Monday.

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