Redhill Academy Trust - Primary Education

Primary
Education

Equality and Achievement

Our Trust

Redhill Academy Trust is a thriving As a locally based Trust we take pride in
and ambitious community of serving our communities. We have a
schools providing a broad clear purpose of improving children’s
spectrum of education for children futures and contributing to positive
and young people across social mobility in the region. We believe
Nottinghamshire and North in high aspirations, high expectations
Derbyshire. and high achievement for all – from the
very youngest children in our nurseries,
The origin of Redhill Academy Trust lies to students and sixth formers forging
with The Redhill Academy, an their own bright futures. Each of our
outstanding secondary school in Arnold, schools is unique, but they all promote
Nottingham. The Trust has now grown to an ethos of equality and achievement
encompass 15 academies across through a mission to ensure that all local
Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, children have the chance to achieve
providing excellent education for over their full potential, whatever their
11,000 children in nursery, infant, junior, background and
secondary and post-16 settings. starting points.

We are also a regional leader in teacher It is our vision that Redhill Academy
training and high-quality professional Trust can continue to grow and broaden
development which we deliver through our reach over time, providing better
the DfE designated Redhill Teaching outcomes for even more
Hub. young people in
the future.

Andrew Burns, CEO







Who we are

Redhill Academy Trust primaries I am proud to lead the Primary
are a vibrant, caring community of Headteachers' group alongside Trust
nursery, infant, junior and primary CEO Andrew Burns where we work
schools. We place great emphasis closely with our schools to capture their
on developing a love of learning spirit, helping them to build on their
that will last a lifetime within every foundations and realise their vision.
child.
The wealth of experience within our
Outstanding teaching and a deep primary hub allows us to provide a
commitment to equality and opportunity personal, tailored approach to suit your
mean pupils grow in confidence and requirements. We provide mentoring,
understanding, and individual talents targeted support and networks at all
flourish. Our children are bright and stages, including for school leaders and
enthusiastic; their joy in life and spirit of office / business managers.
curiosity makes education a pleasure.
Educating children is a privilege. Over
We aim for our children to become time, we have created excellent learning
rounded and valued members of society environments within our schools,
who treat others with respect. Our complemented by the highest quality
collaborative approach plays a central teaching and extensive
part in this. Schools develop their vision, learning experiences
skills and competence through a for our children.
bespoke offering tailored to their needs.
Julie Wardle,
Director of Primary Education
& National Leader of Education

Julie's wealth of knowledge,
experience and calm,
unwavering guidance has
supported me in making some
difficult decisions and
providing direction on how to
tackle challenging
conversations!

EMMA ESSEX
HEADTEACHER AT ROBERT MELLORS PRIMARY

Our Anne Hall
Team Operations Lead

Julie Wardle
Director of Primary Education

Juliet Clark Ciara Hickey Rachael Rodgers
Director of EYFS Trust KS1 Lead Primary Attendance Officer

Cassie de Gilbert Amie Shaw Angela Cooke
Director of KS2 Trust Phonics Lead Primary Governance Clerk





A shared vision

When you join Redhill Academy Alone we can do so little;
Trust, your vision becomes our together we can do so
vision, and we will support you to much.
realise it. With our proven track
record of improving schools, we HELEN KELLER
know that keeping collaboration at
heart is what propels positive We believe partnership is a meeting of
change. minds. A space to feel comfortable
among peers with the freedom to share
Redhill Trust primaries are rightly proud learn and grow, achieving a common
of the heritage and values held within goal - to help our children reach their
the heart of their schools. Each has a full potential.
unique identity, building upon their
legacy to develop a shared vision for As you meet each of our primaries,
their future. notice their distinct values, shared
principles and sense of community.
We feel it is essential that schools retain
their traditions and identity while Their vision is our vision.
benefitting from the shared knowledge,
support & best practice found across
our community.

We can't wait to hear about yours.



'We grow greatness' Member since 2017

Ofsted says The Carlton Junior
Academy is ‘unquestionably a good
school'.

Our ‘take care’ values, encompassed
through 'we grow greatness', complement
the Redhill core purpose, securing
excellent outcomes for our children
through high expectations and
outstanding teaching and learning. We
also pride ourselves on widening
experiences through a diverse range of
clubs and educational visits.

Our school was built on the site of an old
orchard, which is why we chose a tree, as
our emblem.

In 2021 the school was designated by the
DfE as the lead school attached to Redhill
Teaching Hub, one of 87 new regional
centres of excellence for teacher training
and professional development in
education.

Headteacher - Sharon Wood
www.thecarltonjunioracademy.org.uk

Member since 2017 'Aim high and smile'

The Carlton Infant Academy is a
happy, inclusive, and aspirational
infant school and nursery. Ofsted
agrees that ‘all pupils make good
progress’ and parents/carers are
rightly proud to send their children
to the school.

Our school follows the core principles of
‘resourcefulness, resilience, reflectiveness
and reciprocity’. These underpin excellent
teaching; supporting and encouraging our
children to take responsibility for their
learning and behaviour. Our principles
reflect and support the Redhill core
purpose of academic achievement and
equality for all.

The Carlton Infant Academy was built on
the site of an old well, providing the
inspiration for our school emblem.

Headteacher - Anna Spencer
www.thecarltoninfantacademy.org.uk



Member since 2018 'Make a difference'

At Robert Mellors Primary
Academy we were delighted to join
the Redhill Trust to strengthen our
existing links with The Redhill
Academy and forge new
partnerships with other schools in
the Trust.

The school has a warm, welcoming and
happy atmosphere where positive
relationships enable children and staff to
thrive and flourish. Our ethos and culture
are built around 'Make a Difference'
values; Respect, Responsibility, Focus,
Teamwork, Resilience and Compassion.

Pastoral support for children and parents
is a further strength, and excellent EYFS
provision in our nursery gives children
firm foundations allowing them to attend
the school setting from the age of 2.

Headteacher - Emma Essex
www.robertmellors.notts.sch.uk

'P.R.I.D.E.' Member since 2019

Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy
was the first Derbyshire primary school to
join Redhill Academy Trust.

Offering education from nursery to Year 6,
we take great pride in our school being a
warm and welcoming place where
children are supported to achieve their
very best in everything they do.

Our core values are demonstrated
through PRIDE: Partnership, Respect,
Independence, Determination, Enjoyment.
These, alongside striving for excellence,
underpin everything that we do at Tupton.

We offer a wide range of pastoral support
for children and their families and believe
that emotional wellbeing is as important
as academic success.

The original school building was built in
1875 and we still use these classrooms
today along with more modern additions
such as the nursery.

Headteacher - Katherine Richards
www.tupton.derbyshire.sch.uk

Member since 2020 'P.R.I.D.E.'

At North Wingfield Primary &
Nursery Academy our mission is
that every child achieves their full
potential and no-one gets left
behind.

When we chose to academise, we joined a
Trust that would allow us to maintain our
own identity. We create a friendly, caring
and supportive environment that instils a
deep love of learning and encourages the
development of the whole child.

The expertise and experience provided by
our staff extends opportunities for
children both in the classroom and via
extra-curricular clubs, educational visits
and activities.

Our emblem, the swift, was chosen by our
children, inspired by nesting birds on the
school site.

Headteacher - Rachael Peacock
www.northwingfield.derbyshire.sch.uk







We became an associate
member to experience Trust life.
Among many positive
experiences, one of the biggest
benefits has been collaborative
working. Associate membership
enabled us to make an informed
decision, with staff and
governors now really excited
about the prospect of joining the
Trust.

IAN MARSH

HEADTEACHER AT SCARCLIFFE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Support

& Guidance

The support we offer covers every Educational support from colleagues
aspect of running a school - we who are expert leaders in primary
aim to ensure that membership of education
the Trust makes life for school
leaders that little bit easier. Operational support. Our primary
operations network provides a forum
Our Primary Team has experience within for office / business managers
an array of schools and can provide a
personal, tailored approach to any HR, finance, facilities management,
requirements. IT and marketing services

I can get works carried out Bespoke school improvement service
quickly and professionally. I also
have at hand a pool of Attendance support from dedicated
knowledge to tap into for primary attendance officer
compliance and health & safety
queries. Quality assurance services

JOHN SMITH Facilities support
PREMISES MANAGER AT THE CARLTON JUNIOR ACADEMY

Knowing there is a whole team
of support from
finance and operational
management, to staffing
and growing our teaching
skills helps me sleep at night!

I can call on a whole host of
expertise across the Trust.

SHARON WOOD
HEADTEACHER AT THE CARLTON JUNIOR ACADEMY



Our Principles

We value teamwork,
honesty, transparency
and diligence to
achieve our core
purpose of raising
‘Equality and
Achievement’.



Our Ethos

Our academies share common approaches to delivering education,
ensuring that all children in our care receive the same high quality,
well-rounded educational experience. We call this 'The Redhill Way'.

Supporting each individual

We provide outstanding teaching, aid achievement, encourage tenacity, celebrate
diversity, and fiercely promote and defend equality, affording children the support they
need to realise their full potential.

Leadership and character building

We aim to help build resilience and character that will last a lifetime.
We value our students' voices, helping us shape and improve the student experience in
our academies.

Developing teachers and leaders

Outstanding teaching is the cornerstone of every school's success. Knowing this, we
consciously invest in teacher training and professional development.

Curriculum

We aim for all children to have high levels of involvement in a curriculum that provides
them with the skills, knowledge, attitudes and resilience to reach their full potential.

Collaboration

We value collaboration within the Trust at every level. Staff working together, sharing
good practice and challenging each other enables us to get the best from our team for
the benefit of our children.







Let's talk

Arrange a visit to one of our primary schools or schedule an informal
chat with a member of the team.



We look forward to meeting you.

[email protected]
0115 926 1481

More reasons to choose Redhill Trust primaries...

We are stronger together
Join a family of thriving 2-18 settings who are accountable to their communities
Our proven track record of improving schools
Cross-phase subject expertise
Trust-wide events & activities for pupils and staff members
Access to our shared services and policies
Opportunities for professional development and career progression for all staff



Educational
Services

Member benefits include: Professional networks which focus
on raising pupil achievement
Headteacher support meetings
where overall strategy & best Training and support linked to Joint
practice is shared across academies INSET, the Redhill College of
Leadership & Development & Redhill
Bespoke support from Director of Teaching Hub
Primary Education, as and when
required Quality Assurance services at whole
school, key stage or individual
Primary Trust Directors and Leads subject level
who co-ordinate curriculum
development and academic Head Teacher appraisal
achievement in their areas across
the Trust Support with assessment,
moderation & data analysis
KCSIE support and advice and access
to the DSL network & bespoke child Targeted support to suit your
protection and safeguarding school's needs
guidance

Anne Hall leads the Primary
Operations network which is
informative and extremely
supportive in an ever-changing
environment. Anne's knowledge
is vast and she is always on
hand to support and advise on
our operational needs.
Redhill Academy Trust has taken
our school to another level.

PAULA DEABILL
OPERATIONS MANAGER AT THE CARLTON INFANT ACADEMY

Operational
Services

Member benefits include: Professional HR advice

Networks for office managers and Procurement advice & support
school business managers
Pupil attendance support (dedicated
Bespoke support from our Primary Primary Attendance Officer)
Operations Lead
Safeguarding advice and support
Payroll, Pensions and HMRC advice
SCR and Safer Recruitment advice
IT support and support (through Safeguarding
Compliance Officer)
Finance and budgeting advice
Governor clerking
GDPR and Data Protection advice
Legal advice and support
Facilities management advice
Admissions advice
Access to our electricians, plumbers
and facilities team

Health & Safety advice and support

Redhill Academy Trust

Redhill Rd
Arnold
Nottingham
NG5 8GX

T : 0115 926 1481
E : [email protected]
W: www.redhillacademytrust.org.uk