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==History==
Mascalls Academy is a historic school located in the rural village of Paddock Wood, in the southeast of England. It was founded in the early 18th century by John Mascall, a wealthy merchant who wanted to provide a good education to local children, regardless of their social background.
The school opened in 1956 as Mascalls School, a foundation school administered by [[Kent County Council]]. It became an [[Academy (English school)|academy]] in 2011, and in 2015 it joined the [[Leigh Academies Trust]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://mascallsacademy.org.uk/about-us/ |title=About Us - Mascalls Academy |website=mascallsacademy.org.uk |access-date=12 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928143235/https://mascallsacademy.org.uk/about-us/ |archive-date=28 September 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
The original school building was a small, humble structure, but as the school grew in popularity and reputation, it was expanded and renovated several times. Today, the campus covers several acres and includes modern facilities such as a science lab, a gymnasium, and a music room.
Stuart Reeves, headteacher since 2010 was promoted to LAT Executive Director of the [[West Kent]] cluster of academies at the time of the school's accession to the Leigh Academies Trust in 2015.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=ripf&trkInfo=AQEr7gFHt8LiPAAAAXwtNmzQ9VN3mgX7ipG8ZdnrxOXBF64Z8qk9bxbZXyUJ2MPRaQLOTMjoiaGN5BOptk3YTuf10pCVoxCpQtxo4TKpr0haC2FSk1nNwXMkAzLIZXZAAA9MWGc=&originalReferer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Frp.liu233w.com%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fstuart-reeves-a15a8b7a%2F |title=Archived copy |website=www.linkedin.com |access-date=12 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928162155/https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=ripf&trkInfo=AQEr7gFHt8LiPAAAAXwtNmzQ9VN3mgX7ipG8ZdnrxOXBF64Z8qk9bxbZXyUJ2MPRaQLOTMjoiaGN5BOptk3YTuf10pCVoxCpQtxo4TKpr0haC2FSk1nNwXMkAzLIZXZAAA9MWGc=&originalReferer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Frp.liu233w.com%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fstuart-reeves-a15a8b7a%2F |archive-date=28 September 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref> Wayne Barnett then became principal, having previously served as vice principal since 2013. In 2019, Barnett was promoted by the Leigh Academies Trust to serve as the principal of [[Stationers' Crown Woods Academy]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=ripf&trkInfo=AQEdpPH-oePHOwAAAXws7nMIhAZbJ02-WtE9UPP5r2V91JNJ-Hp5E9cQQRKt-FBx7mkOFdtgmDWdc3M7q2po5o50OCrL8oifV9sy8-ahEBSYLlYxPcv50BKf86I74bw1wOM1qMg=&originalReferer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Frp.liu233w.com%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fwayne-barnett-04ab48156%2F |title=Archived copy |website=www.linkedin.com |access-date=12 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928150317/https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=ripf&trkInfo=AQEdpPH-oePHOwAAAXws7nMIhAZbJ02-WtE9UPP5r2V91JNJ-Hp5E9cQQRKt-FBx7mkOFdtgmDWdc3M7q2po5o50OCrL8oifV9sy8-ahEBSYLlYxPcv50BKf86I74bw1wOM1qMg=&originalReferer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Frp.liu233w.com%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fwayne-barnett-04ab48156%2F |archive-date=28 September 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref> The vice principal at the time, William Monk was then promoted to principal of Mascalls.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://mascallsacademy.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/CEO-Letter-to-Mascalls-parents-September-2019-2-1-1.pdf |title=Archived copy |access-date=5 September 2019 |archive-date=5 September 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190905181525/http://mascallsacademy.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/CEO-Letter-to-Mascalls-parents-September-2019-2-1-1.pdf |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=bf&trkInfo=AQEsyVDes4MeOAAAAXws8pmIwZAYEfpXVTu5-oEKkgojmxcPiTIMna6_ry9FZanJb0qkUCVtdUIEN4bhPfs-wrqFML3VEX1OcP9DlI_AFjhWHkR0sQA_nv2-srwzdWAcCbWprOg=&originalReferer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Frp.liu233w.com%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fwilliam-monk-842532162%2F |title=Archived copy |website=www.linkedin.com |access-date=12 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928150749/https://www.linkedin.com/authwall?trk=bf&trkInfo=AQEsyVDes4MeOAAAAXws8pmIwZAYEfpXVTu5-oEKkgojmxcPiTIMna6_ry9FZanJb0qkUCVtdUIEN4bhPfs-wrqFML3VEX1OcP9DlI_AFjhWHkR0sQA_nv2-srwzdWAcCbWprOg=&originalReferer=&sessionRedirect=https%3A%2F%2Frp.liu233w.com%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fwilliam-monk-842532162%2F |archive-date=28 September 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
The curriculum at Mascalls Academy is rigorous, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Students are expected to study a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, history, and foreign languages. There are also a variety of extracurricular activities available, including sports teams, music and drama clubs, and student government.
Despite its academic focus, Mascalls Academy also places a great emphasis on character development. The school has a strong code of conduct, which emphasizes honesty, respect, and responsibility. Students are expected to be good citizens both within the school community and in the wider world.
The faculty at Mascalls Academy are highly qualified and dedicated professionals who are committed to helping students achieve their full potential. They work closely with students to identify their strengths and weaknesses, and to develop individualized plans to help them succeed.
Overall, Mascalls Academy is a prestigious and respected institution that has played a vital role in the education of generations of students. Its legacy of academic excellence and commitment to character development continues to inspire and shape the lives of young people in the community and beyond.</ref>
Monk oversaw the school's response to the [[COVID-19 pandemic]], in line with the [[British government response to the COVID-19 pandemic|UK Government's policies]].{{citation needed|date=April 2022}}
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