Distinct Voices. Common Goals

Our innovative approach to education leadership is rooted in a simple belief: We grow stronger by working together. We are a schools Group - and not just a group of schools. The distinction is important. It means that we are so much more than the sum of our parts, adding real, tangible value across the portfolio, allowing our schools to grow stronger than they ever could as standalones, or in loose affiliation. The upshot is a collaborative leadership model that eschews 'one size fits all' in favour of distinct voices, open minds and shared learning.

At the heart of our education leadership is the School Development Group (SDG) chaired by our CEO and led by our Education Director. Headteachers from each school complete the group and together they create, develop and deliver the Trust's Education Strategy, known as The PFT Education. Implicit in this model, is the notion that no school, or single person has a monopoly on wisdom.

We acknowledge our diverse contexts, respect our different experiences and relish the sharing of best practice.