School improvement

There are opportunities for school improvement in all schools, even including those judged to be outstanding. Working ‘beyond outstanding’, our Trust researches what makes a difference and then implements programmes that ensure ‘marginal gains’ which, overall, have a significant impact on student outcomes.

We are able to enhance the experience for schools and their staff in terms of professional development, both within a single school and across schools within the Trust. Research shows that this offering is attractive in both recruiting and retaining high calibre staff.

The collaboration model will allow exciting curriculum developments within primary schools who join the Trust, using the subject expertise from the secondary phase schools in subjects such as science, technology, music and languages to help these areas develop and flourish. In turn, through cross phase work, the secondary schools will gain insights from the primary schools regarding effective transition that does not lose the learning momentum.

Individual students’ learning needs will be met and continue to be addressed as they move seamlessly from one phase to another. As more secondary schools join the Trust, even greater opportunities for collaboration will exist within this phase to improve outcomes.

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  • @DanesEdTrust Image01:41 - 16/07/2025 📷Danes Educational Trust Learner Awards 2025📷 And the categories are:#CURIOSITY : a strong desire to learn#CREATIVITY : breaking conventions : leading others with confidence and compassion.#celebratingvalues pic.twitter.com/zjlkhHHkwv
  • @DanesEdTrust Image01:25 - 15/07/2025 : a powerful day of , , and subject-specific development. We're especially excited to have launched our new programme, designed to support all pupils more effectively. This will roll out fully next year… more on that to follow! pic.twitter.com/ZlAPX7V25g
  • @DanesEdTrust Image12:10 - 14/07/2025 What a summer term we have had celebrating our school : 50 years of 20 years of 10 years of 10 years of 10 years of Congratulations!#colourrun pic.twitter.com/s79QFf8PFx
  • @DanesEdTrust Image09:08 - 14/07/2025 What a summer term we have had celebrating our school : 50 years of 20 years of 10 years of 10 years of 10 years of Congratulations!#colourrun pic.twitter.com/xQzyP9iqfm
  • @DanesEdTrust Image01:05 - 11/07/2025 🎓 Real teachers. Real stories. Real impact. 💬 Our recent graduates are thriving in classrooms across our trust — and their feedback says it all! ✨ Find out what mattered most to them on their journey with us.#TeacherTraining #TeachingJourney pic.twitter.com/0eJDUMUIHh
  • @DanesEdTrust Image09:31 - 10/07/2025 This month we came together to celebrate our 2025 winners of the Danes Educational Trust 'Making the difference' award. Congratulations to all our winners and nominees, how wonderful it was to take some time to celebrate you!#makingthedifferencetogether #ourteam pic.twitter.com/Z8ilkRHiNm
  • @DanesEdTrust Image10:22 - 08/07/2025 We're proud that staff from our schools were invited to 10 Downing Street for the Public Sector Reception, hosted by Keir Starmer. Alongside police, NHS, fire & armed forces, they were thanked for their dedication to public service. A huge honour! 👏🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/CbbVe87LGr
  • @DanesEdTrust Image01:03 - 01/07/2025 Our Train to Teach graduates are ready to inspire, lead, and shape the future of education. Here's to the passion, perseverance, and purpose that brought you here, and the classrooms that await you! pic.twitter.com/bjjk0PUZVm
  • @DanesEdTrust Image11:56 - 26/06/2025 🌟 Our first Primary Leadership Development Programme has been a joy! Huge thanks to all who took part, it's been amazing to see your growth. We can't wait to see you continue to flourish! 🌱✨#FutureLeaders pic.twitter.com/A4xcV1bSPP
  • @DanesEdTrust Image09:34 - 21/06/2025 🎵 National Music Day 🎵 Music is more than art — it's a tool for learning, expression, and connection. On , we recognize its role in education and personal development - knowing it strengthens creativity, discipline, and confidence in learners of all ages. pic.twitter.com/XpZLL5jiWg
  • @DanesEdTrust Image09:23 - 16/06/2025 We believe that sports and education go hand in hand in shaping confident, disciplined, and resilient individuals. This National Sports Week, we encourage every student to move with joy, play with purpose, and discover the confidence that comes from staying active.#SportsForAll pic.twitter.com/oOIrGwEt4H
  • @DanesEdTrust Image06:13 - 06/06/2025 🎧 New Train to Teach episode! From a last-minute PGCE to headteacher & director of education — Steve shares his wild journey, leadership lessons, and a crackdown on a student-run sweet empire! 🍬 Listen now 🔗#TrainToTeach pic.twitter.com/WVrYMx04oo