Meet Adrian Armstrong — Chair of Governors at Woodlands Academy, parent, and Community Governor at Westbury. With 3 years of service, Adrian brings insight, heart, and a passion for inclusive education. “Being a governor is one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made.”

Improving Attendance at Denewood Academy This term, Raleigh Education Trust introduced a free bus service to support pupils facing attendance barriers. Since launching in March, Denewood has seen a 20%+ rise in weekly attendance among its hardest-to-reach pupils!

Raleigh Education Trust’s Growing Leaders 2025 cohort is developing key leadership skills—this term, diving into financial management in education. Megan Smith: "The financial module was incredibly insightful... something I’ll carry with me and reflect upon."

📢 We’re Hiring! Join Raleigh Education Trust & help shape young lives across Nottingham. 🧑‍🏫 Open Roles: • Teachers (Ambleside, Denewood, Westbury) • Admin & Senior Admin • Transformation Mentor #EducationJobs #TeachingJobs

As exam season ends, we're proud of our pupils’ resilience and growth—whether in Art, Mechanics, or beyond. Thanks to our staff, partners (like New You Hair Academy), and community for empowering every step. 🎓 #UnityAcademy #ExamSeason2025 #StudentSuccess

Exciting times at Lady Jane Grey Academy! We’re welcoming the amazing Commando Joe's on Thurs 26 June for a day of adventure, challenge & character-building – all aligned with the Trust’s 5 C’s. #CommandoJoes #LadyJaneGrey #Leicestershire #RaleighEducationTrust #Education #MAT

Ofsted success for Denewood Academy! Following our May 2025 inspection, Ofsted confirmed we’ve maintained high standards with outstanding features in behaviour & personal development. Huge thanks to our staff, families & pupils. We’re #ProudToBeDenewood! #Ofsted2025 #Education

Attendance matters at Raleigh Education Trust. This week, our team supported Ambleside families to reduce barriers & ease the stress of getting children to school. One pupil even dubbed it “The Fun Bus” — turning the journey into a sing-along! #AttendanceMatters #PupilWellbeing

🔦 Governance Spotlight 🔦 Meet Sophie Gregory, Chair at Ambleside Academy. A senior marketer & passionate volunteer, Sophie calls being a governor “a hugely rewarding opportunity.” We're looking for more community-minded leaders—interested? #GovernorSpotlight #SchoolGovernance

📢 We’re hiring at Raleigh Education Trust! Passionate about changing children’s lives? Join our inclusive, forward-thinking teams across Nottingham. 🧑‍🏫 Teachers, TAs & SENDCO roles now open! #EducationJobs #Teaching #RaleighEducationTrust

At Raleigh Education Trust, we're shaping a new Deep Learning & Development Framework—grounded in research, driven by collaboration, and focused on empowering staff to deliver the best for our pupils. Exciting work ahead—thank you to all involved! #RaleighEducationTrust

What a week at Lady Jane Grey Academy! 🌿 New EYFS area unveiled 🎒 Book bags & rebranded uniforms 💪 Commando Joe’s ‘Respect’ day 🧁 PTA treats & Summer Fair fun 🎤 Roving Reporters in action! Huge thanks to all who made it special. #LadyJaneGreyAcademy #RaleighEducationTrust

Over 80 pupils from 8 AP settings across Nottingham came together for a day of sport, teamwork & inclusion! From High Jump to Discus, many tried events for the first time — and the spirit of support, fun & connection was incredible.

🏔️ They Did It! Huge congrats to the Southwell Electrical Services Ltd team for conquering Snowdon in support of Raleigh Education Trust! This climb helps fund life-changing Outward Bound trips — building resilience, confidence, and character in our pupils.

🎤 The Big Conversation 2025 A powerful day of unity, voice & vision across Raleigh Education Trust. We kicked off with energy thanks to Chris Abington’s BoomWhacker Orchestra — and ended inspired by the strength of our community. More highlights coming soon!

Over the past year, we've proudly partnered with the PCC, VRP & It’s In Nottingham to co-develop a bold social impact model for Nottingham & Notts. It’s a shift from short-term fixes to a 10-year vision — aligning efforts so every child (0–25) can thrive.

👥 PCC calls on 120+ organisations to think differently for Nottinghamshire’s children. Proud to stand with partners driving bold, long-term change for a safer, stronger future for young people. It’s time to think — and do — differently. 👉 nottinghampost.com/news/local-new…

As the term ends, Raleigh Education Trust wishes all pupils, staff, families & partners a restful summer! Thanks for your dedication—here’s to recharging and thriving next year! #EndOfTerm #RaleighEducationTrust #ThankYou #RestAndRecharge #SeeYouSoon

The Raleigh Education Trust Summer Term Newsletter is here! Catch up on a term full of achievements, creativity, and powerful moments from across our schools. A big thank you to our colleauges, pupils & community for making it all happen. 📖 Read now: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

💼 HR with Heart | Growing Leaders In a powerful end-of-term session, our #GrowingLeaders explored HR through the lens of kindness with expert Sue Lightburn — inspired by Brené Brown’s “Clear is kind, unclear is unkind.” Proud of this inspiring cohort! 👏