Learn Academies Trust is delighted to celebrate the exceptional outcome achieved by the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) following its recent Ofsted inspection, with the provider receiving the highest possible judgement of "Exceptional" across both Primary and Secondary Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provision.

As a proud Associate College of the National Institute of Teaching, Learn Academies Trust is part of a national partnership recognised by Ofsted as delivering teacher training of "the highest standard nationally" and one from which "other providers can learn".

The inspection highlighted the outstanding quality of trainees, the ambitious curriculum, expert mentoring, commitment to inclusion, and sector-leading leadership across the partnership. Inspectors found that trainees are "exceptionally well-prepared" for their teaching careers and leave the programme with deep professional knowledge, confidence and resilience. 

Ofsted praised the way the partnership combines cutting-edge educational research with practical classroom experience, noting that trainees benefit from high-quality mentoring, carefully structured training and strong support for wellbeing and professional development. 

Supporting the Next Generation of Teachers

The report comes at a particularly exciting time as Learn Academies Trust begins recruiting for its next cohort of trainee teachers for the 2027 academic year.

Through its partnership with the National Institute of Teaching, Learn Academies Trust offers aspiring teachers access to a nationally recognised programme that combines evidence-informed training, expert support and extensive classroom experience within successful schools.

The inspection recognised the strength of the provider's work with Associate Colleges and regional partners, noting that partners are "central to the fabric of the organisation" and contribute to curriculum design and strategic development. 

A Statement from Learn Academies Trust

Alan Eathorne, Director of the Institute of Education at Learn Academies Trust, said: 

"We are incredibly proud to be an Associate College within the National Institute of Teaching partnership and to see this exceptional recognition from Ofsted.

The report validates the quality of teacher education being delivered across the partnership and highlights the transformative impact that expert mentoring, rigorous training and research-informed practice have on developing outstanding teachers.

At Learn Academies Trust, we are committed to attracting and developing the next generation of exceptional educators. As we recruit for our next cohort of trainees, this inspection outcome provides prospective applicants with confidence that they will be joining one of the most highly regarded teacher training programmes in the country."

Join Our Next Cohort

Learn Academies Trust is looking forward to welcoming applications from graduates, career changers and aspiring teachers interested in beginning their teaching career through the National Institute of Teaching programme.

Trainees benefit from:

• Exceptional Ofsted-rated teacher training provision.
• Expert mentoring and coaching from experienced practitioners.
• A research-informed curriculum grounded in evidence-based practice. 
• Strong pastoral and wellbeing support. 
• Training within high-quality school settings across the Learn Academies Trust network.

Anyone interested in training to teach with Learn Academies Trust is encouraged to visit our website or contact the Institute of Education team to find out more about opportunities for September 2027.

Church Langton CE Primary School is celebrating a highly positive Ofsted inspection report, which highlights the school’s nurturing environment, strong academic outcomes and commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and successful.

Inspectors praised the school for creating a “calm, nurturing and friendly environment” where pupils “feel that they belong and are safe”, while recognising the strong relationships that exist between staff, pupils and families.

The report found that attendance is consistently above national averages, behaviour is highly positive and pupils demonstrate kindness, respect and consideration for one another. Inspectors noted that pupils “love their school” and described them as “welcoming, friendly and polite”.

The inspection also recognised the school’s strong academic performance. Outcomes at the end of Key Stage 2 remain consistently above national averages in reading, writing and mathematics, with inspectors concluding that “many pupils are well prepared for the next stage in their education.”

The school’s inclusive ethos was another key strength highlighted throughout the report. Inspectors found that leaders have high expectations for all pupils and ensure that children receive the support they need to thrive, both academically and personally. The school’s nurture provision, The Cove, was recognised as an important part of the support available to pupils.

Beyond the classroom, inspectors praised the wide range of enrichment opportunities available, including sport, music, leadership roles, educational visits and residential experiences. Activities such as basketball, dance and the school’s successful brass band were specifically highlighted, alongside opportunities for pupils to develop confidence and leadership skills.

Headteacher James Ross said: “We are delighted that the inspection recognised what makes Church Langton such a special place to learn and grow. The report reflects the dedication of our staff, the support of our families and, most importantly, the wonderful children who make our school community so special.

“It is particularly pleasing to see inspectors recognise the warm, caring environment we provide and the strong outcomes our pupils achieve. We are proud of our school and remain committed to ensuring every child flourishes academically, socially and emotionally.”

The report also recognised the positive relationships between the school and its families, noting that parents are highly positive about the support their children receive.

Link to article: Church Langton CE Primary School celebrates positive Ofsted inspection

💜 Let’s Move for LOROS! 💜

On Friday 19 June, the LEARN Academies Trust Central Team is taking on a full day of continuous movement to raise funds for the incredible work of LOROS Hospice.

From 8:45am to 3:15pm, staff will take it in turns to keep moving all day long - whether that’s walking, cycling, rowing or exercising - all to support a fantastic cause. 💪

Every step taken and every pound raised will help LOROS continue providing vital hospice care across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

📍 Trust Office & All Saints CE Primary
📅 19 June 2026
⏰ 8:45am – 3:15pm

👉 Please support if you can and help us make a difference!
https://www.justgiving.com/page/learn-academies-trust?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

Seven of our primary schools from across the Harborough district, joined together to raise over £650 for LOROS, on Friday 1^st May, through a public Busking Event.

The event, which took place outside Harborough Market, saw over 100 pupils perform to crowds of up to 80 people at a time. The children, all from Learn Academies Trust schools, sang a mixture of pop songs, school favourites, solos and duets from musicals, while their classmates played Taiko drums, brass instruments and cellos.

Speaking of the Busking Event, Jane Jones, CEO of Learn Academies Trust said, “Every year our children vote for a Charity of the Year and this year they chose LOROS. Over the school year we aim to raise as much money as possible through a variety of events, and thanks to our incredible children with their huge musical talents, plus their teachers’ enthusiasm for the arts, we were able to create this event.

“The schools took it in turns to perform for up to 45 minutes each, and were supported by wonderful members of staff and parent volunteers on the day. The atmosphere was just brilliant, the sun shone and the crowds loved the variety of songs and musical talent on show – with several passers-by thanking us for bringing such joy to their day and saying how lovely it was to hear the children sing. This is the second year in a row our schools have busked for charity – and we hope to make it an annual event.”

Joining in the fun, were Church Langton CE Primary School, Great Bowden CE Academy, Husbands Bosworth CE Primary School, Ridgeway Primary Academy, South Kilworth CE Primary School, St. Andrew’s CE Primary School, North Kilworth and Market Harborough C of E Academy.

Continuing, Jane said, “We’d like to say a very big thank you to Harborough Market for allowing us to busk and to Creative Harborough for their technical support and loan of a PA system – special thanks also to our sound engineer, Alex Liptrot who gave up his time for free to help us. It was fantastic to see so many people enjoying the children’s performances and we know the children had a brilliant time.”

If anyone would still like to donate to support LOROS the Just Giving page is still live and can be visited via www.justgiving.com/page/learn-academies-trust-1

  

Learn Academies Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Evans as an Area Director of Schools.

Lee joins Learn Academies Trust from his current role of Director of School Improvement at Inspiring Primaries Academy Trust, where he has built a strong track record of school improvement, leadership development and collaborative working across primary settings.

In his new role, Lee will provide strategic leadership and support across a group of schools within the Trust, working closely with headteachers and senior leaders to drive high standards, strengthen teaching and learning, and ensure positive outcomes for all pupils.

Lee brings with him a wealth of experience in leadership, school improvement and professional development, as well as a clear commitment to values‑led education and partnership working. His appointment reflects Learn Academies Trust’s ongoing focus on investing in strong leadership to support schools and communities.

Commenting on the appointment, Steve Roddy, Director of Education for Learn Academies Trust said:
“We are delighted to welcome Lee to Learn Academies Trust. His experience, expertise and commitment to collaborative improvement will be a real asset to our schools. We look forward to the positive impact he will make as part of our growing Trust.”

Lee joins Learn Academies Trust for the new academic year and is looking forward to working alongside leaders, staff and communities to support great provision and opportunities for all pupils.

Learn Academies Trust was proud to receive the official Microsoft Showcase School Award last week, an accolade awarded to schools and Trusts that demonstrate a strong, forward‑thinking approach to using technology to enhance teaching, learning and day‑to‑day school operations.

This recognition reflects several years of ongoing Trust‑wide work to explore how digital tools and approaches can meaningfully support classroom practice and improve outcomes for pupils. Across Learn Academies Trust, leaders, teachers, support staff and digital champions have all played a part by trialling new ideas, sharing expertise and supporting colleagues to use technology with purpose and confidence.

Becoming part of the Microsoft Showcase School community also connects Learn Academies Trust with an international network of innovative schools who are exploring similar questions about the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of education. This global partnership provides valuable opportunities for collaboration, professional development and shared learning.

The Trust would like to extend its thanks to everyone involved in this work. This achievement represents a collective effort and highlights the dedication of staff across all schools who continually seek ways to strengthen learning experiences and make a positive difference for children.

Learn Academies Trust looks forward to building on this recognition and continuing to develop thoughtful, impactful digital practice across the Trust.