Highlights from our Trust community: Summer 2026 newsletter
From signing the Armed Forces Covenant and celebrating David Attenborough’s 100th birthday to festivals, trips and sporting success in our schools, our summer term has been full of memorable moments. As we approach the end of the academic year, explore the latest news and reflections from across our Trust, schools and community in our Summer […]
Student-created garden opens to visitors at William Brookes School
A stunning new garden space created by six William Brookes School students was visited by over 150 visitors as part of last week’s Open Gardens Trail in Much Wenlock. William Brookes School garden created by students This is the first time the school has taken part in the event, joining dozens of private gardens in […]
Ofsted recognises Lakelands Academy’s “inclusive culture” where “leaders want the best for all pupils.”
Staff and students at Lakelands Academy in Ellesmere have welcomed the outcome of their recent Ofsted inspection which saw the school achieve ‘expected standard’ in the majority of areas. Lakelands Academy is situated at the heart of the Ellesmere community Under the new, more rigorous Ofsted inspection framework, Lakelands Academy achieved ‘expected standard’ in achievement, […]
Athletics returns to Wenlock Olympian Games with new track at William Brookes School
The Wenlock Olympian Society has announced the return of athletics to the historic Wenlock Olympian Games this summer, following the completion of a brand-new track at William Brookes School in Much Wenlock. The new track at William Brookes School in Much Wenlock The Wenlock Olympian Society has announced the return of athletics to the historic […]
In the press: Inside the Shropshire secondary school with a ‘relentless drive’ for the ‘highest of standards’ – Shropshire Star visits Lakelands Academy
Headteacher Mark Hignett spoke to the Shropshire Star about Lakelands Academy – a school at the heart of the Ellesmere community for generations. Music students at Lakelands Academy in Ellesmere. (Credit: STEVE LEATH / ICONIC MEDIA) Mark said: “We genuinely believe in every one of our children and set the highest of standards with aspirational […]
Ofsted praise Much Wenlock Primary School’s ‘highly welcoming culture, where all pupils thrive and feel a sense of belonging’
Staff and pupils at Much Wenlock Primary School and Nursery are celebrating the outcome of their recent Ofsted inspection, which saw the school achieve ‘strong standard’ and ‘expected standard’ across the board. Pupils enjoy reading time at Much Wenlock Primary School’s recently refurbished library Under the new, more rigorous Ofsted inspection framework, Much Wenlock Primary […]
The 3-18 Education Trust signs Armed Forces Covenant at RAF Shawbury
Staff and students from The 3-18 Education Trust visited RAF Shawbury on 11th June 2026 to sign the Armed Forces Covenant, marking our formal commitment to supporting Forces personnel, children and families across our Shropshire schools. Staff and students from our Trust schools during the visit to RAF Shawbury (Image courtesy of MOD) The Armed […]
Welcoming Lakelands Academy as the eleventh school to join The 3–18 Education Trust
The 3–18 Education Trust is delighted to welcome Lakelands Academy as the eleventh school in our growing community of Shropshire schools. David O’Toole, CEO The 3-18 Education Trust pictured with Mark Hignett, Headteacher at Lakelands Academy The 3–18 Education Trust is delighted to welcome Lakelands Academy as the eleventh school in our growing community of […]
Trust students collaborate to celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday
Students from across our Trust schools marked Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday by collaborating on a joint artwork celebrating care for the natural world and hope for the future. Each participating school has contributed hand‑painted prints, which will be brought together to form a large‑scale image of hands holding the world. At its centre, a […]
Halo Leisure and Much Wenlock Leisure Centre launch exciting partnership and major investment
Halo Leisure and Much Wenlock Leisure Centre have officially joined forces in an exciting new partnership aimed at getting “more local people more active more often.” Halo Leisure is now responsible for running the facilities at the Centre based at William Brookes School. Staff from Halo are joined by Ruth Shaw, Headteacher, and students from […]