PAT Primary Maths Championship

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PAT Primary Maths Championship

At the end of March, Pontefract Academies Trust had the pleasure of hosting the very first PAT Primary Maths Championship, bringing pupils together from across our seven primary schools for a day of fierce competition. This event was a celebration of the mathematical talent within our Trust and an opportunity for our brightest young minds to showcase their skills. Each of our seven primary schools entered a team of six students who were carefully selected for their outstanding abilities in Mathematics. The pupils competed in three challenging rounds: Relay Round, Puzzle Round, and Buzzer Round, which determined the two schools… Read more

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12 months of Northfield Primary School

Joe Ayre, Headteacher at Northfield Primary School, reflects on Northfield’s first 12 months with Pontefract Academies Trust. The first 12 months of Northfield Primary School as part of the Pontefract Academies Trust have been nothing short of transformative. Since joining the Trust in December 2023, the school has experienced a remarkable journey of growth, achievement, and community spirit. With the continued support and guidance from the Trust, alongside the leadership of our new Senior Leadership Team and teaching staff, Northfield Primary School has made tremendous strides. Student Achievement and Engagement One of the standout successes of this period has been… Read more

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The Power of Education

In the heart of Pontefract, a group of nine schools are making waves in the education sector. Pontefract Academies Trust, comprising of seven primary schools and two secondary schools, was once struggling with underperformance. However, thanks to a significant shift in its leadership and culture, the Trust has undergone a remarkable transformation. Today, it stands tall as an outstanding success story of school improvement, with staff and students playing a vital role in its journey to success. In 2018, the primary schools’ performance across the Trust was amongst the weakest in the country. But this year, the primary schools’ performance… Read more

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