The Primary First Trust is an outward-facing organisation. And education is complex. We don't claim to have all the answers, but we do know how to build a network of distinctive voices that can help us meet the challenges of primary education in the 21st Century.
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People
We have very talented people who work at The Primary First Trust. We'd love to hear from you.
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Strategic Plan
The Primary First has a clear vision for its schools and an overall Strategic Plan that provides strong direction and intense focus.
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Governance
Our approach to governance is straightforward. Our Governors give us so much - invaluable experience, relatable professional expertise and time.
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About Us
Welcome to Primary First, a Trust that truly celebrates and nurtures the diversity and distinctiveness of its partner schools.
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Portfolio
We believe in the power of culture to drive performance. Get the culture right and the work tends to take care of itself.
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Portfolio
We believe in the power of culture to drive performance. Get the culture right and the work tends to take care of itself.
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School Development
At The Primary First Trust, we talk of School Development, rather than the more familiar School Improvement. Why? Because we believe that all schools can develop regardless of where they are on their own particular journey - even 'Outstanding' ones. We look at the whole school to develop the whole child. And this demands more than a narrow focus on academic outcomes - that's a given.
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Leadership
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.
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Why choose Primary First?
The Primary First Trust holds itself and its primary-based learning solutions to the highest of standards. We work directly with schools to implement our mutually supportive framework.
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Primary First Education
At Primary First, it's a non-negotiable that for a school to become truly successful in the community they serve, they must retain, enhance and develop their own unique character and ethos.
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Wellbeing
With the wellbeing and IT specialisms of our schools both nationally and internationally recognised, we are proud to offer a range of consultancy services to schools and trusts beyond Primary First.
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Performance
We have an excellent track record of developing and improving primary schools. Since joining us and becoming academies, all our schools have attained the ofsted rating of 'Good with Outstanding Features', or above.
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Education
At The Primary First, a school will be successful in the community they serve, they must retain, enhance, and develop their own unique character and ethos.
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How to Join Primary First
Joining a Multi-Academy Trust can seen a big step. Daunting even. It needn't be. Our role is to make the process simple, clear and transparent.
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Why Choose Us?
The Primary First Trust holds itself and it's primary-based learning solutions to the highest of standards.
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Teachers
To be a Headteacher is to take on one of the most demanding leadership roles in the modern world today.
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Associates
The Primary First Trust identifies talented practitioners, known as Associates, to share best practice across the Trust.
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Benefits
Education is simply unrivalled as a force for good in the social, emotional, cultural and economic health of a nation.
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Connect With Us
If you have any questions, we'd be delighted to help. We look forward to hearing from you.
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The White House, Clifton Marine Parade
Gravesend DA11 0DY
The Primary First Trust Limited is a company Limited by Guarantee Registered in England and Wales number 08738750 and an Exempt Charity
Registered Address: The White House, Clifton Marine Parade, Gravesend DA11 0DY