As a School

At Leigh Trust, we believe in the power of collaboration, shared expertise, and a collective commitment to excellence. We are a family of seven primary schools united by a common purpose: to provide the very best educational experiences for our children.

If you are a school considering academy conversion, or already an academy looking for a supportive and ambitious Trust to join, we would love to explore how we can work together.

Why Join Leigh Trust?

· A Values-Driven Trust – Our core values of Creativity, Aspiration, Respect, Excellence, and Support underpin everything we do. We believe that working together as one Trust strengthens each individual school, ensuring that every child receives the best possible education.

· School-Led Improvement – We empower leaders, teachers, and staff within our schools to share best practice and drive meaningful change. Our school improvement model provides high-quality professional development, peer collaboration, and targeted support.

· Autonomy with Support – We respect each school’s unique identity while offering a robust structure of central services, leadership development, and operational support, allowing schools to focus on delivering outstanding teaching and learning.

· Strong Operational Infrastructure – From HR and finance to estates management and governance, our expert central team provides the essential support schools need to operate efficiently, freeing up leadership time for strategic school development.

· Commitment to Community and Wellbeing – Through our Leigh Flourish initiative, we prioritise the wellbeing of pupils, staff, and families, recognising that thriving communities are fundamental to educational success.

What We Offer

· Bespoke support for each school based on its needs, strengths, and priorities.

· A collaborative network where leaders and staff work together to achieve more.

· Financial sustainability and security, with expert financial planning and resource management.

· High-quality professional development, coaching, and leadership pathways.

· A strong governance and accountability framework that supports school leaders.

Thinking of Joining? Let’s Start the Conversation

Choosing to join a Multi-Academy Trust is a significant decision, and we understand that each school’s journey is unique. We are committed to working closely with school leaders, governors, and the wider community to ensure a smooth transition that honours the school’s identity while enhancing opportunities for staff and pupils.

If you would like to explore the benefits of joining Leigh Trust, we would be delighted to arrange an initial conversation. Get in touch with us by telephone on 0121 809 9837 or email: enquiry@leightrust.co.uk and let’s begin a discussion about how we can grow stronger together.