In the press: Boasting its own kiln and garden where pupils grow their own food – Inside John Wilkinson Primary School
Headteacher Stephanie Beard spoke to the Shropshire Star about how the school’s beautiful surroundings influence outdoor learning. Pond dipping at John Wilkinson Primary School (Credit: Shropshire Star) Stephanie said: “We are very proud being situated in Broseley and having beautiful surroundings for our school. We have lots of greenhouses and ponds, and do a lot […]
St Martins School students celebrate royal visit with feast hosted by OsNosh
To mark the Duke of Edinburgh’s visit to Shropshire this week, OsNosh—an inspiring community kitchen and café based in Oswestry—hosted a lunchtime feast for fifty volunteers including students from St Martins School. Students from St Martins School with the Duke of Edinburgh OsNosh transforms surplus food into delicious, nutritious ‘pay as you feel’ meals, ensuring […]
In the press: Building memories, friendships and lifelong skills – Inside Thomas Adams School
Headteacher Mark Cooper spoke to the Shropshire Star about the Thomas Adams’ unique position as one of the country’s few remaining state boarding schools. Boarding students at Thomas Adams School (Credit: Shropshire Star) Mark said that boarding brings diversity, provides pupils with different experiences and is a thoroughly ‘valued’ part of the school. Read the […]
Local primary schools take to the stage at annual Primary Dance Festival
William Brookes School hosted their annual Primary Dance Festival at The Edge Arts Centre in Much Wenlock earlier this term. Dancers take to the stage at The Edge Arts Centre at William Brookes School The school welcomed pupils aged from 4 – 11 from local primary schools including Brockton, Broseley C of E, Christ Church […]
World Book Day 2025: ‘Read Your Way’ at The 3-18 Education Trust
From secret readers and booky Bake Offs to recreating Hogwarts and author visits, in their own words discover the creative ways our schools have celebrated World Book Day 2025. Bowbrook Primary School “What a wonderful week at Bowbrook Primary School! We have enjoyed the mystery of secret readers, unwrapped books to share with our friends, […]
In the press: “We want to be the heartbeat of Much Wenlock.” – Much Wenlock Primary School and Nursery
Headteacher Rachel Howell-James spoke to the Shropshire Star about the school’s vision and values, including sustainability. Children in the school’s well equipped library. (Credit: Shropshire Star) Rachel said: “Our vision is really clear. We want to unlock potential and empower every child to thrive, and that is drive through our values which we call our […]
Reflecting on the importance and impact of our local governing bodies as part of National School Governors’ Awareness Day
As part of National School Governors’ Awareness Day, we are highlighting the vital role that local governing bodies play in helping our schools to thrive. Here Gary Turner, Chair of Trustees, explains more about the importance of local governing bodies across our Trust and family of schools. Students at Thomas Adams School “Our local school […]
Celebrating apprenticeships: “The qualification will help with my knowledge and skills and support future career progression.”
Sarah Woosnam, Office Coordinator at Bowbrook Primary School, explains how an apprenticeship is supporting her future career progression. Name: Sarah WoosnamSchool: Bowbrook Primary SchoolCurrent role: Office CoordinatorTraining course: Level 4 School Business Professional What are your motivations for starting an apprenticeship? “Having moved from a 16-year career in banking and finance, I felt like I […]
Celebrating apprenticeships: “The course has helped me to learn new skills and tools to better support the children and my colleagues in the classroom.”
Abigail Salter, EYFS Teaching Assistant at Coleham Primary School, says studying is building her knowledge of SEND and education. Name: Abigail SalterSchool: Coleham Primary SchoolCurrent role: EYFS Teaching AssistantTraining course: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (SEND) “As I am still quite new to working in education, this course has helped me to learn new skills and […]
Celebrating apprenticeships: “Apprenticeships are a cornerstone of our people strategy.”
The 3-18 Education Trust’s Director of HR, Laura Taylor, explains why we value apprenticeships for our staff and Trust talent pipeline. “At The 3-18 Education Trust, apprenticeships are a cornerstone of our people strategy; encouraging a culture of continuous improvement. For our staff, apprenticeships offer the opportunity to achieve recognised qualifications and gain practical experience, […]