Academies7 days agoAcademy trust CEO to retire as staff cuts loomInitio Learning Trust is consulting with staff at two of its schools over cuts to teaching staff.7 days ago17 Feb 2026MP 'deeply worried' by academy staff cuts planQueen Elizabeth and Corfe Hills schools are affected by the restructuring of Initio Learning Trust.17 Feb 202617 Dec 2025'Small schools are hearts of their communities' A north-east England academy trust says it has no plans to close schools despite low pupil numbers.17 Dec 202515 Sep 2025'College run like a concentration camp', parents sayNew rules on toilet use and time between lessons has upset parents and pupils at an academy school.15 Sep 202526 Aug 2025Tributes pour in for 'inspirational' school leaderDave Baker, founder of the Olympus Academy Trust, held many senior roles in the education sector.26 Aug 202514 Jul 2025The schools still deciding on two week half term BBC Surrey political reporter, Jack Fiehn, looks at the plans for a two week half term in 2026.14 Jul 202517 Jun 2025Teachers criticise trust move to extend school dayUnions warn the move would add further pressure on teacher workload and impact job recruitment. 17 Jun 20252 Jun 2025Teachers to strike over longer school hoursOutwood Grange Academies Trust says the extension will bring it into line with government guidance.2 Jun 202513 May 2025Parent and pupil backlash over school arts cutsNewfield School plans to boost core subject teaching time, with a reduction in hours for other topics.13 May 2025...