Trustees & Members
Venn Academy Trust is governed by a robust and transparent structure designed to ensure accountability, strategic oversight, and excellence across all our schools.
The Trust Board, comprising experienced professionals from diverse fields, provides overall direction and is responsible for holding leaders accountable for performance, finance, and compliance.
Local governing bodies work closely with each school, focusing on their unique needs and community connections. This collaborative governance model ensures that every school benefits from shared expertise while retaining its individuality, driving success for pupils and communities alike.
Structure
Our governance structure is designed to be flexible, adapting to the needs of both the Trust and individual schools. For instance, some schools operate governance through full governing body meetings rather than local committees.
We are always interested in hearing from individuals keen to join our governance team, whether as a Trust Member, Trustee, or Governor.
To learn more about these roles, please contact our governance professional:
Board
Established in 2015 Venn Academy Trust has ensured its governance structure reflects the needs of running a multi academy trust and meeting the needs of the communities we serve.
The knowledge and understanding across our Trustees and Governors is vast ranging from educationalists, parents and local residents to those with legal, finance and HR skills – all with one goal in mind of making a positive impact on the lives of the children we serve.
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“Relationships between staff and pupils are extremely caring and positive. Pupils feel safe and supported, preparing them well for life beyond school.”
“Teachers have high expectations, which encourages pupils to strive for their best.”
“There is a strong team culture within the school. Teachers who are new to the school welcome the support they receive.”
“Pupils are enthusiastic learners and enjoy the varied and engaging curriculum on offer.”
“Parents value the commitment of staff in helping their children to succeed.”
“Parents appreciate the school’s efforts to engage with families and build strong community links.”
“Teachers help every pupil do their best. The staff know pupils’ needs extremely well and tailor learning to enable all pupils to thrive.”
“Strong leadership ensures that all pupils make excellent progress in their learning and personal development.”
“Highly effective and passionate leaders, from in school and the trust, work well together to ensure that pupils in this school make very strong progress from their varied starting points.”
“The school’s inclusive ethos ensures that every child feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.”
“The school expects great things from all pupils. They successfully meet these goals and make superb progress in their understanding of different subjects.”
“They are committed to including all pupils in the school and work hard to ensure that they achieve well.”
“Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school and the difference it has made to their children.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils. Staff share a determination to help children succeed.”
“The school is a vibrant and welcoming place where pupils feel safe and supported.”
“Leaders are determined to provide pupils with the best possible start to their education, ensuring that all pupils achieve well.”
“Staff are skilled at helping pupils to re-engage with their learning and make good progress.”
“Leaders consider teachers’ workload. This helps teachers to focus on planning interesting lessons.”
“The school’s values of ‘confidence, resilience and perseverance’ shine through the curriculum and the positive attitudes of staff and pupils.”
“Leaders are ambitious for every pupil and provide a curriculum that meets their diverse needs.”
“Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary, and they show a strong sense of belonging to the school community.”
“Parents and carers appreciate the school’s focus on building strong relationships and engaging with the wider community.”
“There is a strong sense of teamwork among staff, which contributes to the school’s positive ethos.”
“Leaders ensure that the curriculum is tailored to meet the needs of all pupils, enabling them to succeed academically and personally.”
“The curriculum is designed to ensure that all children make progress in their learning.”
“The school provides high-quality nurture and skilled support, ensuring pupils flourish both academically and personally.”
“The school provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils with a range of additional needs.”
“Pupils love learning at this school. Each morning, friendly staff greet children at the door with big smiles. This creates a welcoming and positive environment for all pupils.”
“Staff work effectively together to create a caring and inclusive environment where all pupils are valued.”
“Pupils are eager to learn and enjoy a curriculum that is both engaging and broad, supporting their academic and personal growth.”
“Pupils thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment.”
“Pupils are happy and enjoy their learning.”
“The school provides a highly nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and supported.”