Filming with actor Mark Wingett Brings SMART Response® training to Life for Schools Nationwide. We’ve just wrapped up a few incredible days of filming our eight ROSPA-accredited training videos for our SMART Response® program — a fresh, innovative approach to lockdowns in education — [...]
Smestow Academy’s Remarkable Turnaround Featured in Birmingham Mail Smestow Academy has been featured in the Birmingham Mail following its transformation from one of the most challenged schools in the country to a thriving learning environment. "A teacher at a secondary school which was once [...]
What a Day! Our First Trust-Wide Sports Day at Alexander Stadium This week, we made history with our very first Trust-Wide Sports Day, bringing together seven schools and over 3,500 people at the iconic Alexander Stadium in Birmingham. With 450 athletes competing in a range of events, [...]
From 1st – 5th July, pupils from all Matrix Academy Trust schools, including Elmwood School who are joining the Matrix family in September, embarked on the final International trip of the 2024–2025 academic year. The 55 children experienced an unforgettable week in the heart of Italy. During their [...]
At Matrix Academy Trust, we couldn’t be prouder of the Barr Beacon School community. Throughout the year, our schools come together to celebrate success in many ways, and this year Barr Beacon has shown exceptional dedication — not only to learning and achievement, but also to supporting Birmingham [...]
MAT Excellence Awards Recognition We’re proud to share that Matrix Academy Trust was shortlisted for Trust Executive Team of the Year at the 2025 MAT Excellence Awards. This recognition reflects the incredible teamwork and dedication across our School Improvement Team, Central Support Team, and all our school-based colleagues. [...]
