Smestow Academy Celebrates Rapid Transformation in Latest Ofsted InspectionSmestow Academy is proud to announce the results of its latest Ofsted inspection, which highlights a remarkable turnaround for the school since joining Matrix Academy Trust in January 2023. Previously graded as 'Inadequate' prior to joining the Trust, the academy [...]
n Partnership with the Department for Education, Matrix Academy Trust is excited to deliver the RISE universal offer of ‘Literacy Unlocking Potential and Raising Achievement’. This DFE fully funded offer includes a dynamic suite of CPD, including the option of four face-to-face conferences and targeted webinars, focused on [...]
The festive spirit was well and truly alive at head office as colleagues came together to celebrate the end of the year with a joyful Christmas gathering.Staff enjoyed a delicious end-of-year buffet, providing the perfect opportunity to relax, connect, and reflect on the year’s achievements. Laughter, conversation, and [...]
Lynsey Draycott, David Lowbridge-Ellis, and Gary Smart led a session titled “Safe and Secure: Effective Lockdown Procedures and Protocols”, focusing on the importance of proportionate lockdown procedures in schools. We had a brilliant turnout and were genuinely humbled by the positive feedback from delegates who are eager [...]
On Friday, 7th November 2025, all schools across our Trust came together to mark Remembrance Day — a time to honour and reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who have served, and continue to serve, in our armed forces. The event was led by the [...]
At the end of the first term, we proudly hosted our fourth annual Matrix Academy Trust Day, bringing together more than 960 members of staff from across our family of schools. This was a particularly special milestone for Elmwood School, who joined us for their very first [...]
