Specialist Status
In 2003, February, John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College was designated a Technology College. This means that they demonstrate commitment to using Technology to enhance all subject areas. To raise standards at all levels in the school they were given clear targets to meet, and must play an important role working with other schools and groups in the local community.
In 2005 John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College was identified by the government as a Foundation School. At Foundation Schools, the governing body employs the schools staff and has primary responsibility for admission arrangements. The school's land and buildings are owned by the governing body or by a charitable foundation. Many of these schools were formerly grant-maintained schools.
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