These last few weeks have been completely unprecedented. We have worked hard to make the right decisions to safeguard all our apprentices, students, employers, staff and clients but the situation is developing faster than anyone could have anticipated.
It is with a heavy heart I will close The Academy doors this Monday at all sites. We are working closely with City & Guilds to get an outcome for all our hardworking students and apprentices. Tutors and support staff will be working remotely and are proactively contacting all through text, closed social media groups, email and phone. Apprentices will work towards EPA in November but the likelihood of this is reviewed constantly.
The decision to front load English and maths functional skills was the right one as many students and apprentices have now achieved or made good progress in these subjects and we have completed some technical Written exams.
This is a challenging time for an industry I love and have worked in all my working life. The Academy has delivered outstanding training since 1999 and we hope with all our hearts that we will be here for you and the next generation for years to come.
We thank you for your loyalty and support.
With kind regards to all.
Lindsay
Lindsay@academyhairandbeauty.com
From one length cuts to blow drying perfection this is a great course the start
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit and uniform please talk to us and we can see if you can get a bursary.General comments
You will need to ask friends and family to come in so that you can practice and do practical assessments. We will invite you to taster sessions and give you an advice and guidance interview before you start the course to make sure this is the correct route for you and allocate any support.What will the course lead to?
If you wish to specialise in hair we recommend that you progress onto a Technical Certificate for Hair Colouring Services including perming, you may develop your skills more with a Level 3 Apprenticeship or you could study barbering or beauty therapy. Another option is to work on cruise liners or further qualifications could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree.Learn how to mix and apply colour using the in salon techniques
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit and uniform please talk to us and we can see if you can get a bursary.General comments
You will need to ask friends and family to come in so that you can practice and do practical assessments. We will invite you to taster sessions and give you an advice and guidance interview before you start the course to make sure this is the correct route for you and allocate any support.What will the course lead to?
You could progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship or you may wish to do barbering or beauty therapy. Another option is to work on cruise liners or further qualifications could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree.Step up your salon skills with advanced colouring and cutting techniques including colour correction
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit and uniform please talk to us and we can see if you can get a bursary.General comments
You will need to ask friends and family to come in so that you can practice and do practical assessments. We will invite you to taster sessions and give you an advice and guidance interview before you start the course to make sure this is the correct route for you and allocate any support.What will the course lead to?
You could work in the industry, continue your studies or gain further qualifications which could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree.Put into place the hairdressing skills you see at work in the salon - earn and learn
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit please talk to us.General comments
You will need to have excellent attendance and will come to The Academy 1 day a week, then attend work on other days. This qualification includes an end point assessment in both practical and theory.What will the course lead to?
You could continue your studies in hairdressing to Level 3. Another option is to go down the barbering route or you may wish to develop skills in beauty therapy.Carly originally trained as a dancer but when she had a family she decided on a change of career and chose hairdressing. As part of her apprenticeship studied at The Academy one day a week on Level 2 Hairdressing. After winning a place at The Academy hair and beauty competitions in January she competed at the AHT Regional Heats in Gateshead and then went on to compete at the AHT National Finals where she won 2nd place - a fantastic achievement. Well done Carly!
The course for salon skills from warm waxing to Dermalogica facials and manicure to eye treatments
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit and uniform please talk to us and we can see if you can get a bursary.General comments
You will need to ask friends and family to come in so that you can practice and do practical assessments. We will invite you to taster sessions and give you an advice and guidance interview before you start the course to make sure this is the correct route for you and allocate any support.What will the course lead to?
You could progress onto a Level 3 Beauty Therapy course or you may wish to do hairdressing course or get an Apprenticeship. Another option is to work on cruise liners or further qualifications could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree.Perfect your massage skills from deep tissue to aromatherapy and Indian Head massage
Equipment
Learners will have to provide stationary equipment and buy a full kit, text book and uniform. Any specialist equipment will be provided by The Academy.General comments
Learners should note that this is classed as a full time course that also involves at least one day in a salon placement where work based assessors can come and assess practical skills in a salon situation. Learners may be required to take functional skills at level 2.What will the course lead to?
Learners can use the NVQ to progress to a NVQ Level 4 or HND courses including university or seek employment in the industryAlise moved from Latvia aged 16 and joined The Academy on the level 2 beauty course. She completed her work experience placement at No. 1 Health & Beauty in Malton and was offered an apprenticeship. She will now go on to study Level 3 Beauty Therapy with us whilst working in the salon. She has also completed her Level 2 Functional Skills in maths qualification and Level 1 English.
A great introduction to make up, research and apply the latest and specialist looks
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit and uniform please talk to us and we can see if you can get a bursary.General comments
You will need to ask friends and family to come in so that you can practice and do practical assessments. We will invite you to taster sessions and give you an advice and guidance interview before you start the course to make sure this is the correct route for you and allocate any support.What will the course lead to?
You could continue your studies in make up artistry or study beauty therapy or hairdressing further. Another option is to work in the industry or get an Apprenticeship and gain further qualifications which could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree.Maddie is from Scarborough, she joined The Academy after leaving school and studied with us for two years. She entered The Academy Fantasy Make up competition with fellow hair and barbering student Chloe Walsh, they won joint first place. Maddie then went through to the AHT National Finals in Blackpool to represent The Academy.
Great way to learn those gents barbering and grooming techniques
Equipment
You need a basic kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about the costs of coming to college please talk to us and we can see if you can get a bursary.General comments
You will need to ask friends and family to come in so that you can practice and do practical assessments. We will invite you to taster sessions and give you an advice and guidance interview before you start the course to make sure this is the correct route for you and allocate any support.What will the course lead to?
Ideal course for anyone with an interest in men’s hairdressing
Equipment
You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview. If you are worried about paying towards a kit please talk to us.General comments
You will need to have excellent attendance and will come to The Academy 1 day a week, then attend work on other days. This qualification includes an end point assessment in both practical and theory.What will the course lead to?
You could continue your studies in barbering to Level 3. Another option is to go down the barbering route or you may wish to develop skills in hairdressing.Jed worked in various jobs after leaving school and soon decided he wanted to be a barber. As an apprentice at Black Flag Barbers in Bridlington he worked there and came to The Academy to study Level 2 Barbering. Jed represented The Academy at a Regional AHT competitions in the Barbering category, he then went on to compete at the national finals in Blackpool. He has enjoyed learning new skills and hopes to go on to study Level 3 Barbering in September. As part of his course he passed Functional Skills in English and maths.
The Academy is 'an outstanding training provider in all areas' (Ofsted, 2015). We are a government funded training college working in partnership with apprentices, full time students, schools, colleges and employers across Yorkshire. Since 1999 we have specialised in delivering outstanding training for the hair and beauty industry. Our training contracts also cover Functional Skills in English and maths and employability skills.
The Academy offers a range of City & Guilds hair and beauty courses and the VTCT qualification for schools. Students tell us they enjoy this supportive learning environment where they can learn new skills and form new friendships.
We work with over 200 students each year at our purpose built training colleges in Norton (Malton) and Scarborough. In our training salons, which are open to the public, students develop their practical skills and our fully qualified tutors share a wide range of industry experience.
For all your training needs - we look forward to hearing from you.
Lindsay Burr MBE
Academy Director and salon owner
Quote from Lady Lumley's School student:
'I have enjoyed this course as it has allowed me to research into the hair and beauty industry including the history of it and science behind it'
Quote from Scalby School student:
'I have really enjoyed my work experience I feel so focussed here and I know now what I need to do to achieve'
The Academy Student of the Year is Shelby Pickering, who has been an Apprentice at Steps Ahead in Scarborough since leaving Pindar School.
Shelby completed her Apprenticeship in Hairdressing and is now an apprentice in barbering. Shelby represented The Academy at Regional and National AHT Hairdressing Competitions and was nominated for an Apprenticeship award at the Scarborough Business Awards held this year at Scarborough Spa.
Shelby won Hair and Beauty Apprentice of the Year at the Scarborough Talented Apprentice Recognition Awards. Shelby also won an Attendance and Endeavour award for her course.
Men’s cut and finish winner is adult learner Sophie Lister from Scarborough, second place was awarded to Apprentice Ardalan Ameen from Whitby.
Students at The Academy have held their annual hairdressing, make up and beauty competitions at the Academy on Roscoe Street, Scarborough.
Lindsay Burr MBE, Academy Director says ‘each year our students work so hard to achieve this high standard. It is a real credit to all who train and support these students from salon owners to academy tutors and all friends and family members who are involved on competition day. Good luck to all at the next stage ’.
Academy beauty therapy students completed their Privilege Day at the Dermalogica Training Centre to learn more about professional skin treatments. They performed facials on each other using new Dermalogica products and learned more about the signature rituals for the brand. This group of students and their tutor won the knowledge quiz at the end of the day.
The Academy also offers Partnership Days where Dermalogica comes into class to demonstrate how to select and use skin care products for specific clients.
Once again staff at The Academy have been praised for the level of support they give to students. For the second time they have been awarded the matrix Standard, a unique quality standard used to measure the advice and support services offered to students in their choice of career, learning, work and life goals.
Adult hairdressing apprentice, Carly, wins a place at the finals of a national hairdressing competitions. Carly Rackham, originally a dancer, chose to learn hairdressing after having her little girl a few years ago. Carly joined the family business, Donnelles Hair Studio in Seamer and has never looked back. She is enrolled to Level 2 in Hairdressing at The Academy on Roscoe Street in Scarborough. After Carly's success in The Academy competitions she was put forward for the North Eastern Heats and then the National Finals at Winter Gardens in Blackpool where she was awarded second place in the UK for her Blow dry skills.
If you are aged 16-18 or if you are an Apprentice your course will be funded/free. As an adult your course will be funded if you meet funding criteria.
The Academy now has its own bursary scheme which you can apply for in induction week by filling in the forms. We will need some information on your current circumstances and your family/household income. If you are entitled to any funds these will be paid into your own bank account. The money can be used to pay for course materials/kits, transport or lunches while at college.
For more information please talk to Jackie McGibbon or Julie Parker on 01653 699066
Complaints - Help us get it right
At The Academy we are committed to achieving excellence in standards and in the quality of service we provide for all our stakeholders, only you can tell us if we are achieving this. If you are unhappy with the service you have received, or it did not meet your expectations we need to know so that we can put things right.
A complaint can be made directly to:
If an employer or apprentice is not satisfied with The Academy Director’s decision and actions or requires further clarification then a complaint can be made to the ESFA
We have a separate complaints procedure for apprentices and learners, clients and staff
Equality and Diversity Statement
What is Equality?
All equal all different - We are committed to providing equality of opportunity. Equality is often described as treating everyone the same. However, sometimes treating people differently is the best way to treat everyone equally.
So what is Diversity?
Diversity is about recognising, valuing and taking account of people’s different backgrounds, skills, and experiences. Diversity is important because it allows everyone’s skill and contribution to be used and valued. The experiences and skills of different people makes a real difference to the effectiveness of The Academy and its impact on learners, staff and the community as a whole.
What does the law say?
In October 2010 a new piece of legislation called the Equality Act came into force. This law has replaced, strengthened and added to the existing equality legislation. The Equality Act outlines a number of duties that The Academy must adhere to, and also spells out the rights, and responsibilities of the people that form The Academy community.
It also lists 9 protected characteristics, the act makes it illegal to treat someone less favourably because their ‘protected characteristic’ It also bans bullying, harassment or victimisation based on their protected characteristic.
Equality and Diversity Protects Everyone – Report it
If you are the victim of a hate incident or hate crime, or have witnessed one and want to report it, then please report it to main reception. Your report can be anonymous and, if you wish, passed on to relevant agencies such as the Police.
A hate incident is perceived by the victim or any other person to be motivated by the offender’s hatred of someone because of their race, sexual orientation, disability and/or faith and religion. A hate incident becomes a hate crime when there is a criminal offence attached to it (such as a physical attack, a threat of attack or verbal abuse and insults)
We will monitor this policy periodically to judge its effectiveness and it will be updated in accordance with relevant changes in the law. Information provided by job applicants and you for monitoring purposes will be used only for these purposes and will be dealt with in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
Safeguarding and Prevent
Safeguarding is about doing everything we can to make sure all our students and staff are kept safe and protected from harm.
Reporting a Safeguarding concern. If you feel unsafe during opening hours:
Monday – Thursday 9am – 4.30pm, Friday 9am-4pm.
Contact our team on 01653 699066/01723 373138
Email: admin@academyhairandbeauty.com
Out of hours:
Monday – Thursday after 5pm, Fridays after 4.30pm, weekends and bank holidays. Concerns about personal safety. Contact the Police 999 or 101. Concerns regarding health and wellbeing contact your out of hours Doctors or call the Hospital on 111. Out of hours North Yorkshire County Council social services for children and adult Contact: 01609 708 708.
How we train employees on safeguarding policy
The Academy has the skills, knowledge and expertise to deal with a range of safeguarding incidents and have strong and trusted links with external agencies and charities that we make referrals to in areas including: Emotional and verbal abuse, bullying and mental health.
CEOP helps any child or young people under the age of 18 who is being pressured, forced or tricked into part in sexual activity of any kind. This can be something that has taken place either online or in ‘the real world’, or both. The CEOP Safety Centre has clear information and advice on what can be reported to CEOP, the reporting process and what will happen if you do decide to make a report. You can visit the CEOP Safety Centre and make a report directly to CEOP by following the link
Safeguarding – Academy approach
A traineeship is an education and training programme with work experience that unlocks the great potential of young people and prepares them for their future careers by helping them to become ‘work ready’.
Designed to help young people aged 16 to 24 who don’t yet have the appropriate skills or experience, traineeships provide the essential work preparation training, English, maths and work experience needed to secure an apprenticeship or employment.
If you are interested in an Apprenticeship but you are not quite sure if you have the skills you need or your lack confidence and work experience a Traineeship could be what you need. It can last from 6 weeks to 6 months and will either lead you to employment/Apprenticeship or to a place on a full time college course.
North East Finalist
Most Wanted Look Finalist
Most Wanted Local Salon Winner
British Hairdressing Business Awards
Salon of the Year Finalist
Lindsay Burr MBE
Winner of Local Business Awards
Pride of Malton
Business Personality of the Year Award
Matrix Standard
OFSTED Beacon Status
STARS Awards 2017
Winner of Hair and Beauty Apprentice Award
Runner up in Small Business Category
Pride of Malton and Norton Awards
Teacher of the Year Finalists 2012, 2013 and 2015
Winner of Bright Young Star Award 2014
Winner of Customer Service Award 2013
The office in Norton is open throughout the year we do not close for the holidays - hours are 9.00 - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9.00 - 4.00pm on Fridays. The Scarborough Academy is generally closed in the term holidays and is closed on Fridays all year round.
The Academy Competitions 2020
Tuesday 14th January at Scarborough academy
Exam dates for Level 2 Technical Theory Exams
Barbering Friday 6 March 2020
Hairdressing (Colouring) Tuesday 10 March 2020
Hairdressing (Cutting and Styling) Thursday 12 March 2020
Beauty Therapy Monday 16 March 2020
All exams are 2 hours except Beauty which is 2.5 hours
Resit dates are in June
Results day Thursday 20 August 2020
Term and holiday dates for academic year 2019 - 2020
Term starts: Monday 2 September 2019
Professional development training day: Monday 2 September 2019
Half term holiday: Monday 28 October 2019 to Friday 1 November 2019
Christmas holiday: Monday 23 December 2019 to Friday 3 January 2020
Term starts: Monday 6 January 2020
Half term holiday: Monday 17 February 2020 to Friday 21 February 2020
Easter holiday: Monday 6 April 2020 to Friday 17 April 2020
Term starts: Monday 20 April 2020
May bank holiday: Friday 8 May 2020
Half term: Monday 25 May 2020 to Friday 29 May 2020
Term ends: Monday 20 July 2020
Term and holiday dates for academic year 2020 - 2021
Term starts: Monday 7 September 2020
Half term holiday: Monday 26 October 2020 to Friday 30 October 2020
Christmas holiday: Monday 21 December 2020 to Friday 1 January 2021
Term starts: Monday 4 January 2021
Half term holiday: Monday 15 February 2021 to Friday 19 February 2021
Easter holiday: Monday 29 March 2021 to Friday 9 April 2021
Term starts: Monday 12 April 2021
May bank holiday: Monday 3 May 2021
Half term: Monday 31 May 2021 to Friday 4 June 2021
Term ends: Monday 26 July 2021
Academy Hair & Beauty 23 Commercial Street Norton Malton North Yorkshire YO17 9HX
Academy Hair & Beauty 69 Roscoe Street Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 7BY
For general enquiries please phone the office on 01653 699066. For the Norton Training salons please call 01653 699066.
For Scarborough Academy and Training salon call 01723 373138.
admin@academyhairandbeauty.com
