The Connect Effect!

Making a positive impact

By working together and supporting one another, good things happen for everyone involved with our family of schools – from children and staff to partner organisations and our wider community.

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Connect Head Teacher
OUR OCEAN CONSERVATION CURRICULUM!

Our pioneering learning programme brings our pupils' learning to life.

The curriculum helps them engage with their natural world and to link up with the organisations that work to understand and protect our marine environment.

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"I am now supported by colleagues not only in my school but across the other 7 schools too. We are working closely together to ensure that practice and protocols are consistent across the Trust. It has helped me feel, that I am not alone in the challenges I face - that we can all help each other."

Debbie Baker

Assistant Headteacher

"It has felt good to be part of a larger team. I know I can contact other members of the Trust to collaborate, support each other and share our knowledge."

Mrs Monk

Year 4 Teacher

“The learning is absolutely fantastic, really encouraging students to set goals and achieve them. The teachers really care about the school and the students’ education.”

Tia Saunders

Parent

“Teachers were so welcoming with big smiles, changed my kids’ lives for the better.”

Corinna Dean

Parent

"There's a supportive and caring atmosphere. Senior leaders are aware of staff and pupil wellbeing and always consider ways this can be improved. I feel listened to."

Debbie Baker

Assistant Headteacher

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