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Exceed Academies Trust is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the Bronze AI Quality Mark by the Good Future Foundation, recognising the Trust’s commitment to the responsible and effective use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education.
Copthorne Primary School, part of Exceed Academies Trust, is celebrating a very positive outcome following its latest Ofsted inspection in January 2026, with inspectors confirming that the school is operating at a strong standard across key areas.
The report highlights the school’s ambitious culture, strong leadership and inclusive approach, recognising the impact of staff, pupils and the wider Trust in delivering high-quality education.
Exceed Academies Trust has formally reinforced its commitment to creating safe, respectful and supportive working environments for all colleagues by signing UNISON’s Violence at Work Charter. The signing took place during a visit from UNISON representatives, marking a significant milestone in the Trust’s ongoing work to protect staff from abuse, aggression and assault.
Today, Exceed Academies Trust is proud to celebrate National School Governors’ Awareness Day, an annual moment to recognise the remarkable contribution of those who serve within governance across our Trust.
A calmer, happier school environment
Bowling Park Primary School has been commended by Ofsted for its high standards, inclusive values, and aspirational culture, following an inspection on 24–25 June 2025.
Exceed Academies Trust is proud to celebrate the achievements of our Class of 2025, who received their GCSE results today, marking the culmination of years of commitment, determination, and hard work.
Exceed Academies Trust, in partnership with TransforMATive, proudly hosted its first AI in Education Conference at the University of Leeds on 28 February 2025, with a follow-up sold-out event on 23 June 2025 due to overwhelming demand.
Exceed Academies Trust is proud to announce the opening of ‘Cityview’, a new alternative provision site operated by Bradford AP Academy expanding their support for pupils who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of exclusion.
Baildon Glen Primary School has been praised by Ofsted for its rapid improvement since joining Exceed Academies Trust, with inspectors recognising decisive leadership, an ambitious curriculum, and a stronger culture of safeguarding and inclusion.
Exceed Academies Trust is thrilled to congratulate Appleton Academy, which has been named Secondary School of the Year 2025 at the Telegraph & Argus Education Awards, beating strong competition from across the district.
