What is a multi-academy trust?

A multi-academy trust is an education charity that has responsibility for running and maintaining schools. They cannot be run for financial profit and any surplus must be reinvested in the trust.

Academies are schools that receive funding straight from central government, instead of a local authority. Academies can decide on their own curriculums, term dates, school hours and much more.

Academy Trusts are governed by a Board of Trustees which must comply with strict charity, education and company laws and regulations. Schools in a Multi-Academy Trust have the ability to share staff, resources, best practice, and knowledge with the aim of working together to achieve the best outcomes for children.

Find out more about multi-academy trusts and what we do by visiting our Trust page.