Exceed Academies Trust is inviting parents, carers, local residents and stakeholders to share their views on a proposal to relocate Bradford Alternative Provision Academy (BAPA) Cityview to a new site.
Exceed Academies Trust is seeking volunteers to join our Trust Board and Local Advisory Boards, helping to ensure strong governance and championing equity, excellence, and inclusion across our schools.
Knowleswood Primary School, part of Exceed Academies Trust, has welcomed the publication of its latest Ofsted inspection report, which highlights the school's strong culture of inclusion, effective safeguarding arrangements and exceptional support for pupils and families. Inspectors recognised the significant strengths that exist across the school and acknowledged the commitment of leaders, staff, governors and trustees to improving outcomes for all pupils. The report describes Knowleswood as an improving school and highlights the positive impact of developments introduced in recent years.
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Exceed Academies Trust has been named winner of the Transformation and Impact Award 2026 at the prestigious Optimus Education MAT Excellence Awards.
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We are incredibly proud to share that Oastlers School has been recognised as ‘Exceptional’ across all areas following its latest Ofsted inspection – the highest possible judgement, awarded to practice “of the highest standard nationally.”
This is a remarkable achievement and a real testament to the dedication, expertise and care shown by staff, leaders and governors every single day.
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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.
