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4 Our vision and values 6 Our family 8 Our sponsor 9 Our team 10 Our successes 14 Our support Our vision and values Ambition for all. Collaboration. Individuality and Diversity. Innovation.

Every child should only be a short walk away from a world class school. We exist to empower, enable and inspire schools to provide an outstanding level of education and support through exceptional leadership, collaboration, innovative thinking and understanding of local needs.

4 5 Our family

Established January February September Autumn 2013 2013 2013 2015 2016

Pendle Education Trust is a family of schools in . The Trust is sponsored by Nelson and College, an Outstanding college in Pendle. Established in 2013, Pendle Education Trust continues to grow, welcoming new schools to our family.

Wherever you are on your Ofsted journey; whether Outstanding or in need of improvement, we provide personalised services and support tailored to your school’s requirements.

Our focus is on exceptional leadership and local needs. Working collaboratively with schools, communities and education leaders we aim to drive educational excellence for the young people in Pendle.

6 7 Our sponsor

Number 1 Apprenticeship provider in the country for 16-18s Outstanding Ofsted since 2005 Beacon status Top college in Lancashire for A Levels Top college in the local area for Vocational courses

Department for Education performance tables 2016

8 Our team

Anita Ghidotti FCIPD, MSc Chief Executive, Pendle Education Trust Assistant Principal,

“I have been working for Pendle Education Trust for almost four years now, and in the education sector for more than twelve years. I am an active member of the Prince’s Trust, and have been a part of a number of local governing bodies. As an individual who has grown up and been educated locally, I am passionate about education and ensuring that every child is given the best possible opportunities to support their future - a value that is strongly embedded within the very heart of our academies. Whether you are an Outstanding school or looking to make improvements, we welcome new partners to our family - please do not hesitate to contact us.”

Our Trust Board is made up of a voluntary team of dedicated professionals, with a wealth of business and educational experience, and strong local knowledge and contacts. We are passionate about education and making a difference to our local communities.

To view our Trust Board members, please visit www.pendleeducationtrust.co.uk

9 Our successes

Inadequate to Good with Outstanding features in three years (Pendle Primary Academy)

The Place2Talk and Place2Be initiatives – an individualised support service for our children to talk about their feelings or any problems they may have

Secured over £1million of capital funding over the last three years

New school facilities include £715k sport facility ()

Generated extensive positive media coverage for our Academies

Stimulating enrichment opportunities such as peer mentoring and community focused projects, aimed at challenging personal development and making a difference to our local area

10 11 “Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding. They enjoy school and work hard because the school has helped them believe that they can achieve.”

Ofsted

12 13 Our support

How we will support your school’s journey…

Help shape the strategic direction and vision for your school

Provide professional and responsive HR services including performance management, recruitment and payroll

Drive quality improvement and school performance, including data reporting

Improve the school estate and facilities management, including health and safety

Provide financial advice and support to help you get the most from your resources

Support with dedicated network and IT services

Provide marketing and communications services including news, websites, social media, design and print

Support with professional development and training for your staff including the opportunity to share best practice with colleagues in the Trust 14 “The Senior Leadership Team have transformed the ethos and culture of the school so that the vision of achievement for all is now being realised.” Ofsted

15 Contact Us

Tel 01282 440 249

Email [email protected]

Nelson and Colne College Scotland Road Nelson BB9 7YT