Government gives seal of approval for school’s plan to join academy trust

Government gives seal of approval for school’s plan to join academy trust

A primary school has taken the next steps to join an academy trust after getting approval from the government.

Primary school set for academy status

A Stourbridge primary school is set for a new era when it joins the Dudley Academies Trust (DAT).

Greenfield Primary School joins Dudley Academies Trust

Sam Darby, Head Teacher of Greenfield Primary, said: “We are excited to join Dudley Academies Trust; it will mark a new chapter for Greenfield, driven by our shared values and a collegiate approach to school-to-school support. Above all, we know this will enable us to continue providing an aspirational and well-rounded education for the children in our community”.

Primary school to join academy chain next year

Woodingdean Primary School is to become part of a London-based academy chain from next year. The school’s board of governors applied to join Eko Trust, which also runs Hangleton and Benfield Primary Schools, in the summer. The government has now approved the transfer, which will take place early next year. Head Gemma Chumnansin said: “Becoming […]