Working in Partnership

In order to ensure that our vision for ambition, aspiration and excellence is translated into practice, the Trust works with a number of respected partners.  Some provide specialist advice and support, whilst others enhance the opportunities and experiences available to learners across the Trust.  School improvement partners work directly with the Chief Executive Officer to support schools in delivering the best possible outcomes for young people.

 

  CST - a national organisation and ‘sector body’ for school trusts in England advocating for, connecting and supporting executive and governance leaders.  CST’s purpose is to help create an excellent education system in England and to hold trust on behalf of children.

Since their launch in October 2018, CST has been actively shaping the education policy agenda and bringing together school trusts in England from every region and of every size.  CST has a strong, strategic presence with access to government and policy makers to drive real change for education on the big issues that matter most.

 

      PiXL - a collaboration of school leaders focused on raising standards across GCSE, A Level and Key Stage 2.  The Trust has engaged with conferences, networks and training and development programmes.

 

    Birketts  -  solicitors who provide legal advice covering all aspects of the law.    

 

  Schools’ Choice – the trading arm of Suffolk County Council is commissioned to provide the Trust with a bespoke clerking service covering both the Trust board and Local governing Bodies ensuring that all layers of governance fulfil statutory requirements and engage in the best possible practice.  Schools’ choice also provides the Trust with a data protection service and named Data Protection Officer.

 

  Hackney Education -  provides a bespoke school improvement service for primary schools and the Trust has adopted HLT literacy strategies at both the primary and secondary phases.  Hackney is also the designated external moderator for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

 

  Prominent PR Consultancy - delivering dynamic, creative and strategic solutions.

 

    Suffolk Chamber of Commerce - As the largest independent private forum in the county, Suffolk Chamber of Commerce is in a perfect position to support and represent local business interests. As the voice of the business community, Suffolk Chamber is equipped to respond on behalf of local business regarding local, national and European issues.