Last Thursday we were delighted to host international guests at one of our Trust schools. Upper Batley High School (UBHS) hosted a delegation from India and visitors heard all about the great work being undertaken at UBHS to develop curriculum, embed high-quality pedagogy and practice, and all of the great learning activities that take place each and every day to make UBHS such a high-achieving boys' school in every area. Visitors enjoyed a tour of the school to meet the learners and the staff, and see great learning in action in the classrooms. 

Mrs Dent was the mastermind of the visit. She has worked hard over recent years to build strong connections with schools in India. In year 1, a group of learners accompanied her to teach in schools for children with visual and hearing impairments, she then returned to India last academic year to train teachers and deliver more engaging science and STEM activities and she visits India again next week for further work with staff and young people in schools.

In the afternoon we were then delighted that Baroness Jan Royall could join the delegation. She spoke particularly to our young people and Mr Sherrard, our fantastic careers leader. Baroness Royall asked learners about why education matters to them and what makes Batley a great place to learn. We thank our visitors for spending the day with us here in Batley. Batley = Brilliance in education.