--- url: "https://www.blackpoolskillsacademy.co.uk/" school: "Blackpool Skills Academy" --- ### Blackpool Skills Academy A new opportunity for young people ![](https://files.schudio.com/unique-training-andy/images/blocks/pedro_on_homepage.jpg) ## We are Blackpool Skills Academy Blackpool Skills Academy is an independent school registered with the Department for Education and subject to inspection by Ofsted. We are a social enterprise in the centre of Blackpool specialising in 11-16 education. Working in partnership with Blackpool Council and our partner schools to support a range of career-related activities. Students progress to Apprenticeships or further study with the outstanding post-16 providers in the town. **See inside our campus using the YouTube link in the footer of this page.** ## Our Founder David Hodge brings twenty-seven years of business, construction, training and development experience to the Blackpool Skills Academy, a Community Interest Company he co-founded with Andy Iredale to sit alongside his construction business operating across the Fylde. A carpenter and joiner by trade, his early career saw him specialise in the heritage and restoration sector with many prestigious refurbishment and fit-out projects to his name. He went on to teach and lead training in large FE colleges and training providers. **Check out our curriculum pages for online learning opportunities - resources we use in class to help our students reinforce their school learning.** [Learning Resources ](https://www.blackpoolskillsacademy.co.uk/curriculum) ![](https://files.schudio.com/unique-training-andy/images/blocks/hair_for_homepage.jpg) ## Vision and Values We want to create something different where young people can experience a range of career-areas, work with employers and see their academic school subjects - particularly Maths, English and Science in the real world. To inspire greater achievement and aspiration. Our values are **inspirational** learning, heart of the **community**, celebrating **diversity**, challenge and **support**. ## Safeguarding Responsibilities At Blackpool Skills Academy, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where every young person feels valued, listened to and protected. Our staff work closely with students, families, schools and external agencies to promote wellbeing, respond to concerns quickly and help every learner feel secure enough to thrive both personally and academically. We believe safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and that strong relationships, vigilance and early support make a lasting difference to young people’s lives. 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