Trinity MAT

As part of the Trinity IGNITE Platinum Award, pupils recently visited Doe Park Water Activities Centre to take part in a range of outdoor and water-based activities, including raft building, kayaking and canoeing.

The visit formed part of their Expedition Certificate of Achievement, providing pupils with the opportunity to develop teamwork, resilience, leadership and problem-solving skills in a challenging outdoor environment.

Experiences like these are at the heart of the Trinity IGNITE Award, which encourages pupils to step beyond the classroom, embrace new challenges and build the confidence and character that will support them throughout their lives.

It was fantastic to see pupils from across the Trust working together, supporting one another and demonstrating determination as they took on each activity.

As part of the Trinity IGNITE Platinum Award, some of our primary pupils took part in another volunteering session yesterday at Focus4Hope, supporting a local charity that makes a real difference to vulnerable people within our community.

The Trinity IGNITE Platinum Award is designed to give pupils opportunities beyond the classroom - encouraging them to develop confidence, character, leadership and a strong sense of social responsibility through experiences that challenge and inspire them.

Through opportunities like volunteering, pupils are able to see the positive impact they can have on others, while developing important life skills and a deeper understanding of their role within the community.

We are incredibly proud of the compassion, maturity and enthusiasm our pupils showed throughout the sessions, and grateful to Focus 4 Hope for continuing to support these valuable experiences.

A special moment that reflects the strength of our entire Trinity family.

We are immensely proud to share that we have been shortlisted twice for the Tes Schools Awards 2026 – a national celebration of excellence in education.

⭐ Trust of the Year (10 schools or more)
⭐ Headteacher of the Year – Anna Gillinder, Trinity Academy Cathedral

To be recognised on a national stage in both organisational and individual categories is a powerful reflection of what makes Trinity special.

This achievement belongs to every member of our community - our dedicated staff, inspirational leaders, talented pupils and the families who support them. Across all of our schools, this recognition reflects the relentless commitment, ambition and care that be believe defines Team Trinity.

This recognition also shines a light on Anna’s exceptional leadership. She is driven by a genuine belief in every child’s potential and works tirelessly to create opportunities for them to succeed. The care, ambition and dedication she brings to her role make this recognition incredibly well deserved.

We couldn’t be prouder.