Bowbrook Primary School achieves ‘strong standard’ across all areas of first Ofsted inspection
The 3-18 Education Trust is pleased to announce that Bowbrook Primary School has achieved ‘strong standard’ across all areas in its first Ofsted inspection. In the school’s first Ofsted report since opening to pupils in 2023, Bowbrook is described as “an ambitious school where positive relationships and high expectations shape daily life”. The school’s leaders […]
New generation of aspiring teachers begins PGCE journey with 3-18 Inspiring Futures
A new cohort of aspiring teachers has begun their training journey with 3-18 Inspiring Futures Train to Teach. David O’Toole welcomes our new cohort of Associate Teachers with an introduction to our Trust Delivered through 3-18 Inspiring Futures Train to Teach, our PGCE programme combines the academic study of teaching and learning with practical classroom […]
GCSE Results 2026: Celebrating achievements across our community of Trust schools
We are proud to celebrate the achievements of our Year 11 students and share some of the outstanding GCSE results from across our Trust schools this year. Congratulations to all Year 11 students on reaching this important milestone after years of hard work, determination and commitment. These achievements reflect not only their efforts, but also […]
Thomas Adams School celebrates A Level success
90% of Year 13 students at Thomas Adams Sixth Form have today achieved the required grades for them to successfully access their next steps, including over 85% achieving their first choice destination. Thomas Adams Sixth Form students – Max, Emily, Carly and Brooke – with their A Level results Staff are exceptionally proud of their […]
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 […]