Chief Executive update
12/06/20
Please see the latest update from Jo Higgins, Chief Executive regarding our expectations of learners as we reopen our academies.
Welcome
to Dudley Academies Trust
Welcome from the Chief Executive
As I write this, the Trust has been in existence for less than two years and has been operational for only three terms. With the backing of our sponsor, Dudley College of Technology, much has been achieved in this short time.
Latest Updates
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@DUDLEYACADTRUST
Following his visit to the capital of the Black Country the PM @BorisJohnson now takes time to wish us all a Happy Black Country day. Thank you boss and Happy Black Country Day to one and all! #Bostin https://t.co/dJmuR5Wczc
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The theme for this week's #OnlineSafetyAtHome activity packs is social media! For simple, fun and educational activities for children aged 4-14+, download the latest packs today: https://t.co/CVbRUwIk2B https://t.co/ecmPSB9PAt
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We had a special visit from our CEO @Johiggins19 today! https://t.co/5qstqW6ATD
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It is the last week of the 2019/20 academic year! Please be reassured that we will be providing key updates, including details of our reopening plans for 2020/2021 throughout the week @BeaconHillAcad @PegasusDudley @StJamesDudley @TheLinkAcademy_ #BlowersGreenPrimary. https://t.co/09wh7hPY70
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The DAT Revolution
The DAT Revolution
Creating Inspirational Schools
It takes time and great effort to create great schools, but we believe that with years of investment, improvement, strong leadership and great teaching, we can achieve excellence for our learners. Here is our story so far:
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2020 League Tables show academic progress in every academy
All four Trust secondary academies see an improvement in their Progress 8 scores. All four academies see an improvement in their Progress 8 scores for disadvantaged learners. All four academies see an improvement in their Attainment 8 scores. Three academies see an improvement in their percentage...
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Ian Moore appointed at St James
New principal appointed from proven management team
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GCSE Results improve in all four academies
Improvements shown in attainment and progress
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Pegasus Academy goes up a grade
Ofsted inspection says school is improving
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Learning with Artificial Intelligence
Century AI software is introduced to accelerate learners’ progress in English, Mathematics and Science.
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Emma Edwards-Morgan appointed as Principal at The Link Academy
As an ex-pupil, Emma becomes a news story when she finds some of her schoolgirl artwork still on display.
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£500,000 investment in IT
Delivery starts of 1,080 new PCs and 280 laptops. Dudley College donates another 100 PCs. Major improvements are made to cabling and wireless networks.
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Pandas encourage attendance
Perfect Attendance – No Days Absent attendance strategy is launched across the Trust.
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Upgrade initiative
The Academy day is extended by one period on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for all Year 11s.
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Introducing Values Driven Expectations
A new system of rewards and behaviour management brings a different culture to the schools and a boost to teaching and learning in the classrooms.
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All change!
Learners start the term with new uniforms (free blazers and ties), a new school day and new teaching methods centred around Collaborative Learning.
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A new identity
High Arcal Academy becomes Beacon Hill Academy, Holly Hall Academy is now Pegasus Academy, Hillcrest Academy changes to The Link Academy and Castle Academy is re-named St James Academy The names have been developed by students.
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Developing our estate
Work starts on £4.5 million worth of improvements to the fabric of the four academies.
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First appointments to the Central Team
Experienced professionals are recruited to lead on data management, estates, finance, HR, IT, marketing and leadership development.
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Andy Landers appointed Principal at Pegasus Academy
Andy moves over from the SLT at Hillcrest.
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SMART curriculum
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Launch of Strategic Plan 2018-20
The Trust explains what it is going to achieve over the next three years and how it will achieve its ambitious targets.
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Introducing the Trust values
Following a student leadership day, learners come up with the Trust values. Dreaming big Rewarding effort Leading together Respecting each other and our world Learning that inspires.
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Jo Higgins appointed Chief Executive
Jo Higgins joins from Penistone Grammar School with the aim of transforming the performance and estates of the four schools.
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Our new mission and vision:
Working together we will develop inspirational schools which instil ambition and desire in young learners, open their minds, widen their horizons and equip them to succeed in a challenging world. Find out more about our Vision & Mission.
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DAT Announces Board of Trustees
The Trustees comprise highly successful leaders from education, business and the public sector.
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Launch of Dudley Academies Trust
Four Dudley secondary schools are brought together under the sponsorship of Dudley College of Technology to form a new Multi Academy Trust.
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