Testimonials

Jo Young, Headteacher at Shavington Academy:

Shavington Primary School has really benefitted from being part of the trust reading fluency project. The CPD the staff accessed continues to impact outcomes and staff talk really positively about how much it has impacted their teaching of reading....."
 "As a head teacher (which can often be a lonely job) I have never felt lonely. There is a really close-knit group of heads at the end of the phone. We all work really closely to get the best outcomes for the pupils..

Caroline Lowe, Headteacher at Egerton Primary School:

As a new headteacher the support and guidance that I have been able to access being part of the TLP has been invaluable.

Sally Dakin, Executive Headteacher at Dove Bank and Castle Primary Schools:

The HR team provide expert support and guidance with all personnel matters. School improvement visits are supportive, purposeful and provide clear and practical next steps that lead to improved outcomes for pupils. Training opportunities are provided for staff at all levels and the staff forum opportunities enable staff at all levels to have a voice and steer the direction and culture of the Trust as a whole. When we meet as leaders, we are a group of like-minded, passionate and non-judgemental headteachers who provide an informal, supportive space to ask questions, reflect and share best practice. 

Anna Jones, Headteacher at Black Firs Primary School:

For me as a headteacher, the strength of being in the trust is the support that I receive from my fellow headteachers and the central team, which includes a dedicated Primary Director and overall Deputy CEO who leads on Education. This gives us opportunities to reflect and collaborate on school improvement initiatives and to also work with the Secondary Headteachers to help see how the journey is developed for our pupils in the next phase of their education. We are able to discuss professionally the issues that impact our own school and know that there are others who may have advice or support to help. 
The central team within the trust give us support with HR and Finance, Governance, Estates & Maintenance and Marketing but also through the networks such as those for Safeguarding, SEND and Literacy I know that my team and I are receiving the latest information to help us in our roles. 
 
The trust has invested in the building too, to help us improve learning conditions for our children and staff. We have had our Year 1 teaching spaces upgraded this summer, are having fencing improvements and a new roof, organised and paid for through the work of the TLP estates team and have had investment in seven interactive teaching boards and new staff laptops . This has been invaluable in terms of knowing that we have this team to fall back on. The governance team also help so much, with a dedicated clerking service and Director of Governance to help us. The marketing team are there to help promote school and we have had a new logo design and website and support too!

Cathy Elsey, Headteacher at Wistaston Church Lane Academy:

Being part of the trust has been invaluable, providing expert support and guidance that helped us successfully build and set up our new nursery, ensuring the best start for our youngest learners.

Heidi Thurland, Headteacher at Congleton High School:

Working in the TLP Trust has afforded me multiple opportunities to network cross phase, to build supportive relationships with fellow Headteachers and to develop professionally. At a school level we have benefited from a wide range of services ranging from project management, ICT support, systems onboarding, financial advice, excellent HR support and professional groups to share best practice. Trust leaders are clear in their vision and objectives and listen actively to staff. It is exciting to be part of a Trust that is growing and is diverse - we have much to learn from each other. We are a team committed to improving the lives of young people it is great to be contributing individually and collectively to this aim.

Karen Key, Headteacher at Knutsford Academy:

Being part of The Learning Partnership’s family of schools gives all of our staff access to a supportive network of like-minded professionals, shared resources, and collaborative opportunities.
We benefit from collective expertise, best practice guidance, and access to training and development programs that enhance our skills and knowledge. The Trust also provides financial and operational support, helping to streamline processes and reduce costs. Ultimately, being in the Trust fosters a sense of community and shared purpose, ensuring continuous growth, innovation, and improved outcomes for all of our children. This collective support system ensures that every school in the Trust thrives and evolves to meet the needs of its pupils and community.

Will Chitty, Headteacher at Crewe Engineering and Design UTC:

Working as part of The Learning Partnership has provided a strength in depth that I hadn't experienced previously. The TLP is perfectly sized and, well positioned geographically, to be a genuinely supportive and developmental organisation which helps the college improve, and supports my professional development.

Peter Kingdom, Headteacher at The Oaks Academy:

The Trust supported our journey to Ofsted ‘Good’ after 10 years of being rated as in ‘special measures’ through insightful reviews and brokering school improvement support.