CEO Blog

• Belonging in Batley: Schools as the Social Glue of our Communities

  Mon 20 Jul 2026

  Here in Batley, that sense of belonging isn’t just a buzzword; it is our foundation. Belonging in your community is ...

• Celebrating Community & A Brilliant Year in Batley

  Mon 13 Jul 2026

  As we reach the end of another highly successful academic year, I want to take a moment to reflect on ...

• Celebrating the Heart and Soul of Team Batley: Excellence in Inclusive Education

  Mon 06 Jul 2026

  There are moments in leadership that stop you in your tracks, fill you with immense pride, and remind you precisely ...

• A Week of Community, Connection, and Continuing Jo’s Legacy

  Mon 29 Jun 2026

  Last week was nothing short of extraordinary for our Trust family of schools. Amidst a record-breaking summer heatwave, our school ...

• A Huge Thank You: Run for Jo 2026

  Mon 22 Jun 2026

  Today I wanted to extend my deepest, most heartfelt gratitude to everyone who volunteered their time so generously to support ...

• Stronger Together: Why Education is Our Strongest Antidote to Division

  Mon 15 Jun 2026

  Last week, I had the distinct privilege of being invited to 10 Downing Street to attend an event hosted by ...

• Celebrating Team Batley: We are the 'Small Employer of the Year 2026'

  Mon 08 Jun 2026

  I am absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news with our entire community. One of our Trust schools has officially ...

• Batley Brilliance Case Study

  Mon 01 Jun 2026

  Welcome back!    We have reached the last half term of this academic year and we hope everyone enjoyed the break and ...

• Belonging & Togetherness in Batley

  Mon 18 May 2026

  As we approach June 2026, our community faces a poignant milestone. It will be ten years since the tragic murder ...

• Building Brighter Futures: Celebrating Healey School

  Mon 11 May 2026

  It is often said that the greatest gift we can give a child is the opportunity to learn. However, that ...