News
- 16/01/26

SEND Parent and Carer Forum – Register to take part
Parents and carers are invited to register interest in a new SEND Parent and Carer Forum, bringing together parents and carers from across all schools in Maiden Erlegh Trust.Read Full Story - 30/03/26

Team Talks: Vana Kalampaliki
Vana Kalampaliki is French Subject Leader, Mastering Numbers EY Leader and Reception Teacher at [School name not provided], where she supports early learning, staff development and a culture of high expectations. Her work spans classroom teaching, curriculum leadership and supporting colleagues to g...Read Full Story - 26/03/26

Steve Jump appointed Director of our Secondary Hub
We are pleased to share that Steve Jump, Headteacher of Maiden Erlegh School, has been appointed as Director of our Secondary Hub from 13 April 2026.Read Full Story - 25/03/26

World Maths Day 2026
Did you know… a “jiffy” is an actual unit of time in physics — it means 1/100th of a second?Read Full Story - 23/03/26

Maiden Erlegh School recognised among top-performing schools nationally
Maiden Erlegh School has been recognised in the SSAT Educational Outcomes Awards, placing the school in the top 10% of non-selective secondary schools nationally for student attainment in the 2025 Key Stage 4 examinations.Read Full Story - 23/03/26

Team Talks: Lucy Harris
Lucy Harris is SEN Art Teacher at Hamilton School, where she designs and delivers an inclusive art curriculum that supports students with a wide range of needs. Her work focuses on building confidence, encouraging self-expression and creating a classroom environment where all students feel safe to e...Read Full Story - 13/03/26

Team Talks: Flora Cooper
Flora Cooper is Executive Headteacher at John Rankin Schools, where she leads the school community with a clear focus on collaboration, culture and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. Her role spans strategic leadership, supporting staff development and working closely with families...Read Full Story - 12/03/26

School Advisory Boards: what they do and why the advisory role matters
Across England, over 230,000 people volunteer in school and trust governance roles, supporting schools through oversight, discussion and challenge. At Maiden Erlegh Trust, School Advisory Boards are part of school governance, but their role is advisory. SAB members do not run schools or make...Read Full Story - 09/03/26

Team Talks: Claire Willmott
Claire Willmott is Headteacher at Cranbury College, where she works to create a supportive and inclusive environment for students who need a fresh start in education. Her role combines strategic leadership with daily presence around the school, ensuring staff and students feel supported while mainta...Read Full Story - 02/03/26

Team Talks: Priti Dube
Priti Dube is Cover Supervisor at Maiden Erlegh School, where she ensures continuity of learning during teacher absences and helps maintain calm, focused classrooms across the school. Her role requires consistency, organisation and close collaboration with teaching and pastoral teams to ensure stude...Read Full Story - 25/02/26

We’re Celebrating National Recognition for Staff Development
We’re delighted to announce that Maiden Erlegh Trust has been shortlisted for the MAT Excellence Awards Staff development award (1-12 schools).Read Full Story - 23/02/26

Team Talks: Laura Billingham
Laura Billingham is Deputy Headteacher at River Academy, where she leads on curriculum, staff development and operational logistics. Her role focuses on maximising lesson time, coaching and mentoring colleagues, and supporting Curriculum Leaders to deliver high-quality education with consistently hi...Read Full Story



