Last week, schools across NEAT Academy Trust came together for something special – our first ever NEAT Volunteer Week. And together, our pupils, staff and communities achieved something remarkable.

As part of NEAT Volunteer Week, we’re taking a closer look at the impact volunteering has on our pupils – not just during this week, but over the long term. At NEAT Academy Trust, we believe volunteering plays a vital role in developing confident, capable young people...

As part of NEAT Volunteer Week, we’re highlighting the range of ways adults can get involved in volunteering across our schools and Trust. Whether you’re a parent, carer, former pupil, or someone simply wanting to give a bit of time to make a difference – there’s a...

This week marks the launch of our first NEAT Volunteer Week – a Trust-wide school initiative that brings together our pupils, staff, families, and communities through purposeful volunteering. Running from Monday 31st March to Friday 4th April, every NEAT school is...

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our NEAT Business Breakfast at Benfield School. It was fantastic to see so many businesses, organisations, and community groups coming together with a shared goal—to support our young people and their futures.

On 18th February 2025, St Hild’s Church of England School opened its doors to the business community, hosting an inspiring Business Breakfast in the school’s impressive CECA building. The event brought together over 50 local businesses and community groups to explore...

On Wednesday, 19 February, pupils at Benfield School had the fantastic opportunity to participate in the BBC Bitesize Careers Roadshow. The event, hosted by BBC presenter James Threlfall, gave pupils an insight into real-world career paths and how their school...

A very happy year 9 who is one of four winners of the Golden Tickets Draw this lunch time. Prizes this week were: Big bar of chocolate Earpods Mystery Prizes was a mini speaker Skip the queue for pupils and a friend all next week. New prizes reset on Monday but Golden...

If your child is in Year 11, they may be starting to explore their options for the future—including apprenticeships. But what exactly is an apprenticeship, and who can apply? An apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity for young people to gain real-world experience,...

Today, 6 February 2025, is Time to Talk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. This day encourages everyone to open up about mental health, fostering understanding and support.