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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

It was a pleasure to join colleagues from across Worcestershire on Friday at the latest Worcestershire System Partnership meeting. Discussions focused on inclusion, school improvement and national education priorities. Thank you to all contributors and to Pershore College for hosting. #CRST

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Secure your place now! Join us on 21 October for Leading for Equity & Inclusion: Improving Outcomes for Disadvantaged Pupils. Gain practical strategies to close attainment gaps and strengthen inclusive provision. Book: bit.ly/4eRYifF #CRST #SEND #Education #Development

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We are pleased to announce that we are hosting a 'What Actually Improves Writing?' a workshop with guest speakers on developing writing. Suitable for primary and secondary colleagues, including writing and literacy leads. #CRST #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #Literacy

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We’re delighted that Sutton Park Primary School has received the Silver Diversity Mark Award. This achievement reflects our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and the dedication of our pupils, staff and wider community. #CRST #Education #Inclusion #Diversity #Equality

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

BEP Education Partnership and CRST are bringing together leading experts and education professionals for a day of inspiration, challenge and learning. If we are serious about no child left behind, this is a conversation we all need to join. Learn, connect and leave with ideas to put into action.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Colleagues from every school and central team across CRST came together virtually for our annual TED Day. Thank you to all who contributed to such a positive start to the new academic year. Supporting social justice through exceptional schools. #CRST #ProfessionalDevelopment #SchoolImprovement

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Congratulations to our young people receiving their GCSE results. Across @arrowvalecrst.bsky.social @gospeloakcrst.bsky.social @holyheadcrst.bsky.social and @waseleyhillscrst.bsky.social we are incredibly proud of everyone receiving their GCSE results. #GCSEResultsDay #ProudToBeCRST #SocialJustice

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The MTPT Project’s Cradle to Classroom programme is designed to support colleagues working in education, recognising that every stage of the parenting journey brings its own opportunities and challenges. For more information, please visit the MTPT website at www.mtpt.org.uk #CRST #Education

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

A fantastic evening at the Central Region Schools Trust Governance Conference. Thank you to everyone who contributed and demonstrated commitment to our schools and pupils. Social justice is not about treating everyone the same; it is about ensuring everyone gets what they need to succeed. #CRST

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

A Powerful Day of Music and Unity TrustFest 26 brought 10 CRST schools together at Arrow Vale for a joyful celebration of music and community. Pupils performed solo pieces and shared songs, ending with a powerful united finale showcasing harmony, energy and togetherness. #CRST #Education #Community

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Well done to our KS2 Cricket Team at Matchborough First School Academy who won the District Competition at Astwood Bank Cricket Club on May 7th. The team won all 5 of their games and now go to through to the County Schools Final at Worcester CC, New Road. #CRST #Teamwork #Sport #Education

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Rita Patel, Head of Governance at Central Region Schools Trust Click here to watch the full Podcast: lnkd.in/eJKjAn9r To read more about the session: www.derventioeducation.com/events/the-g... #CRST #Education #Leadership #Trusts #Governance

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

The latest edition of Design Ed Issue 23 is now live. From welcoming a new school to celebrating vibrant culture days, this issue captures the diversity and sense of community from across our trust. Find out more through this interactive edition: heyzine.com/flip-book/c4... #CRST #Education

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Year 8 student leaders from across our Trust came together for the RSA8 2026 launch at Waseley Hills High School. Impressive ideas, confident contributions and real enthusiasm for leading social action in their communities. We look forward to seeing their projects develop. #StudentLeadership #RSA8

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Pastoral Leads coming together from across our family of schools yesterday focused on inclusion and overcoming barriers to ensure our young people thrive in our educational settings, all in the pursuit of supporting social justice through exceptional schools. #Inclusion #PastoralCare #SocialJustice

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

At Friday’s Spring Worcestershire System Partnership meeting. Chaired by Guy, the WSP brings together MAT CEOs and partners incl. Worcestershire County Council. Thanks Vince Green for insights on The Education Exchange West Midlands. Thanks The Four Stones MAT for hosting at King Charles I School.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Yesterday, WM RISE Communities of Practice (Culture) met at Assay Studios. Great discussions with colleagues across the region, including new members, with a commitment to cultures of thriving & belonging. Thanks to all involved & Matt Crawford & Laura Baddiley (Embark Federation) for joining us.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

To mark #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, we celebrated apprentices across our Trust – from Business and IT to Teaching & Learning, Science & SEND. Pictured with our CEO Guy & Head of Operations Ed. Our apprentices play a vital role in our mission in supporting social justice through exceptional schools.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Great to be at @worcesteruni.bsky.social for the Y1 ECT Conference 2. Matthew Purslow, Head of CRST People Development Institute (CPDI), enjoyed meeting early career teachers to talk ECT and explore opportunities across CRST. Always a pleasure to connect with the next generation of educators

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Today we welcomed Chris Jupp and Nicholas Mort from the The Futures Trust to Central Region Schools Trust for a Pyramid Tour across Arrow Vale High School, Ipsley CE Middle School and Arrow Valley First School, showcasing our three-tier system in action. #CRST #ThreeTierSystem

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Delighted to welcome Matchborough First School to Central Region Schools Trust from 1 Jan 2026 🌟 A natural fit within the Arrow Vale pyramid, strengthening three-tier pathways from early years to sixth form. Thanks to Principal Lynn Briers and team - excited for what’s ahead! #SocialJustice #CRST

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

And all of our Early Career Teachers together at our Assay Base in Birmingham with CPD focused on supporting their career stage development #ect #cpd #socialjustice

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

What a day!! Our inaugural Achievement Assistant Conference hosted at @arrowvalecrst.bsky.social with guest speakers, workshops and CPD opportunities from our apprenticeship provider BeReady & Worcestershire County Council

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

A wonderful evening with inspirational colleagues and speakers. Thank you to Mary Myatt, John Tomsett, Matt Meckin & Claire Maclean for their contributions to how we develop and retain expert professionals. Proud to partner with Aristotal AI & Gary Swabel on the power of coaching #greatteachers

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Focus and commitment from our Safeguarding Leads across the Trust, working with the West Midlands Police on strategies to protect the young people in our care #safeguarding #socisljustice #exceptionalschools

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Great Phizzi Light & Sound CPD today @churchhillcrst.bsky.social in partnership with The Ogden Trust. Dedicated KS2 science leads focused on making physics as engaging as possible for our young people #socialjustice #exceptionalschools

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Our brilliant and dedicated Attendance Trust Leads celebrating and reflecting on real successes over the last year demonstrating their commitment to our young people #socialjustice #attendancematters

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Our CEO, Guy Shears, spoke at the Flourishing Trusts Network event Is Belonging Enough? on developing Our Distinctive Culture and the DfE West Midlands framework. Thanks to Claire Shaw, Emily Veroe, Claire Grainger, Phil Banks, Haili Hughes, Jacqui O’Hanlon, Andy Wolfe, and Graeme Robbins.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

On Wednesday 15th October, we hosted a Lyfta organised event with 16 trust leaders. The focus was on uniting communities through human stories, fostering safe spaces, and engaging in honest, coaching based conversations. A fantastic event led by Serdar Ferit, McKenzie Cerri and their team with us.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

On the 9th October our Student Charity Leaders presented a cheque for £10,979 to Birmingham Children’s Hospital. This amazing donation was a culmination of shared fundraising efforts of all schools and their students across the trust and builds upon the £10,000 raised for the charity this year.

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Central Region Schools Trust @crstrust.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Delighted to host ImpactEd at Assay Studios, Birmingham, for the first workshop of our research partnership group. Seven trusts came together to use research & evidence to improve outcomes for young people. Thanks to all involved & to ImpactEd for their insight 👉 impactedgroup.uk

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