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Read news and updates from the Lionheart Educational Trust and its Leicestershire schools.
February 11, 2025
Apprenticeships offer a unique blend of hands-on work experience and learning towards a professional qualification, making them an increasingly popular choice for career devel…
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February 10, 2025
Since its launch in 2015, Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week has provided Lionheart schools with a key opportunity to further promote positive mental wellbeing among pup…
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February 10, 2025
In early February, we were delighted to welcome Shockat Adam – the Member of Parliament (MP) for Leicester South – to Sir Jonathan North Girls’ College and Beauchamp City Sixt…
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February 04, 2025
We are thrilled that Sir Jonathan North Girls' College has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating in all areas by His Majesty’s Ofsted Inspectors following their two-day inspect…
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February 03, 2025
At the end of January, students from Lionheart’s secondary schools once again assembled at The Cedars Academy’s Palmer Tomkinson Theatre to compete in our annual Battle of the…
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January 27, 2025
We were delighted to welcome Samantha Niblett – the Member of Parliament (MP) for South Derbyshire – to Mercia Academy and Newhall Junior School in Newhall, Swadlincote on 24t…
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January 22, 2025
We are delighted that our CEO, Kath Kelly, has been recognised in the New Year’s Honour’s List 2025 with an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for her services to…
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December 20, 2024
This festive season, the corridors of our schools have been bustling with festive cheer! From twinkling decorations, to heartwarming activities, our pupils and staff have trul…
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December 18, 2024
Fantastic exam results, captivating political initiatives, a secret festive mission and widespread media coverage. Read all about it in issue eight of Lionheart News!
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December 04, 2024
We’re pleased to share the launch of the new website for Greenstone Primary School, the latest addition to the Lionheart Educational Trust family.
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November 26, 2024
Following a two-day visit by HMI Ofsted inspectors in November 2024, we are proud that The Newbridge School has been recognised as ‘Good’ in all four judgement categories; Qua…
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November 15, 2024
We believe that participating in extracurricular initiatives stimulates our students' cultural capital, broadens their understanding of the world and fosters a sense of commun…
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November 11, 2024
On the 11th hour, of the 11th day of the 11th month, the nation pauses to honour the bravery of soldiers who have fought in wars past and present.
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November 04, 2024
Trustees’ Week – taking place this year from 4th – 8th November –celebrates the work undertaken by nearly one million Trustees in the United Kingdom, who selflessly give time,…
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October 31, 2024
Black History Month is an annual event celebrating the contributions of individuals with African and Caribbean backgrounds to British history and society.
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October 30, 2024
Hallam, Highcliffe and Riverside Primary School Primary Admissions Policy 2026-2027HIG, RIV and HAL Admission Consultation Letter 2024 Broom Leys Primary School Primary Admi…
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October 18, 2024
The Cedars Academy in Birstall was delighted to welcome Leicester City and Republic of Ireland midfielder Kasey McAteer to their school on Thursday 17th October, where he offi…
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October 17, 2024
In October, 140 students from our nine Leicester, Leicestershire and Derbyshire secondary schools gathered at Knighton Tennis Centre, where they took part in an informative Sp…
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October 11, 2024
We were thrilled to welcome Peter Bedford – the Conservative Member of Parliament for Mid Leicestershire – to two of our schools – Martin High in Anstey and Birstall’s Highcli…
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October 04, 2024
An annual event organised by the British Dyslexia Association, Dyslexia Awareness Week – which this year takes place from 7th – 13th October – is about raising awareness and u…
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September 13, 2024
As more schools join Lionheart Educational Trust – including the recent warm welcome given to two schools in South Derbyshire – it is important that we consider each school’s…
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September 05, 2024
The young people who attend schools within our Trust experience an enriching educational journey, sustained throughout their time with us. Laying the foundations from the very…
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August 22, 2024
We are incredibly proud of the amazing Year 11 students at our East Midlands schools, who have once again shone in their GCSE exams, collecting some brilliant results this mor…
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August 20, 2024
A brand-new, state-of-the-art 3G sports pitch, situated at The Cedars Academy in Birstall, opened at the end of July with hire of the facility available to the community.
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August 15, 2024
Academic excellence is weaved throughout all we do at Lionheart Educational Trust - supporting our young people on their learning journey - and on A-level Results Day 2024, ou…
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August 05, 2024
We recognise the need to develop the whole child, and place strong emphasis on providing an enriching educational experience that stimulates both academic and holistic develop…
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August 05, 2024
We are delighted that, following a successful bid from Assistant Director of Science, Claire Simpson, Lionheart Educational Trust has been awarded £670 worth of funding to inc…
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July 11, 2024
Following a thorough two-day visit by HMI Ofsted Inspectors, we are thrilled to reveal that Lionheart's Hallam Fields Primary in Birstall has been recognised as a ‘Good’ schoo…
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July 11, 2024
A significant Trust milestone, the climactic finale of our cricket competition, further Ofsted success, a sizzling term of sport and the crowning of this year's Heart Awards.…
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July 07, 2024
We boast a diverse student body of more than 13,000 pupils, whose differences we recognise and celebrate across the academic year. Following celebrations of faith, culture and…
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July 05, 2024
As the curtain falls on another busy academic year, it was wonderful to welcome 700 staff members from our Trust schools for a night of celebration at Athena, on 4th July.
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July 01, 2024
Today – 1st July 2024 – we are delighted to announce that Newhall Junior School has officially joined Lionheart Educational Trust.
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June 27, 2024
Through the Lionheart Global Issues (GI) Curriculum, we work hard to educate our young people about key topics that are prevalent in the world around them.
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June 25, 2024
On a scorching summer’s day, 300 young athletes from our eight Leicestershire secondary schools congregated at Saffron Lane Sports Stadium to compete in the annual Lionheart G…
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June 24, 2024
Over the last seven days, our East Midlands schools were abuzz with energy and enthusiasm, as pupils celebrated National School Sports Week, an annual initiative that encourag…
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June 20, 2024
In June, we held our third annual Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Spelling Champions Final at Judgemeadow Community College.
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June 17, 2024
After months of planning and preparation, the eagerly anticipated ‘Lionheart Educational Trust Day’ at Leicestershire County Cricket Club (LCCC) took place at the Uptonsteel C…
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June 04, 2024
National Volunteers’ Week – which, in 2024, takes place from 3rd – 9th June – is all about celebrating those committed to making a difference in their local communities – self…
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June 03, 2024
National Volunteers’ Week is an annual event where special recognition is given to those selfless individuals who willingly sacrifice their time to support local communities.
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June 01, 2024
Lionheart Educational Trust are pleased to announce that Mercia Academy has become part of the Trust. The Swadlincote-based academy – who educate students aged 11 – 16 – offic…
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May 20, 2024
Leicester City school, Sir Jonathan North Girls’ College in Knighton, has once again secured the Inclusive School Award with Flagship status from Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM),…
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May 20, 2024
Following a thorough two-day visit by HMI Ofsted inspectors in April 2024, we are thrilled to reveal that Martin High remains a ‘Good’ school.
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May 03, 2024
An annual event, Deaf Awareness Week – which takes place from 6th to the 12th May in 2024 – is about making more people aware of the challenges faced by the deaf community and…
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May 03, 2024
Lionheart secondary school students laced up their dancing shoes and celebrated International Dance Day at our Trust-wide ‘LET’s Dance’ competition on Monday 29th April, wowin…
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April 25, 2024
This April, Lionheart are celebrating 10 years as a multi-academy Trust.
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April 15, 2024
At the end of the Spring Term, Year 3 pupils from four of our primary schools – Brocks Hill, Hallam Fields, Highcliffe and Riverside - enjoyed interviewing acclaimed children…
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April 05, 2024
The sports pitches at Lionheart schools have been a beacon of energy, tenacity and teamwork of late, with pupils participating in rugby sessions as part of our new community p…
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April 04, 2024
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of Lionheart Trust Member and friend, Eddie Lansdown, who passed away on Saturday 23rd March 2024.
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March 22, 2024
An outstanding Ofsted result, a rocking night at Battle of the Bands, a captivating cricket competition and the launch of our own Trust-wide radio station; read all about it i…
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March 20, 2024
Recognising the important opportunities participation in British Science Week would bring, of course our Leicestershire schools couldn’t wait to inspire young minds through a…
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March 12, 2024
At Lionheart Educational Trust, not only do we emphasise the importance of the present, but we also understand the significance of the future. Consequently, we are consistentl…
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March 08, 2024
We recognise that a good grasp of literacy is vital for the young people across Lionheart schools. Not only does reading non-fiction and fiction open up a world of information…
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February 29, 2024
A fundamental part of the extracurricular opportunities offered at all of our Leicestershire secondary schools, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme (DofE) represents a fantas…
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February 20, 2024
At the end of January, 15 students from Martin High School in Anstey enjoyed attending a fantastic afterschool coaching masterclass from three of Leicestershire County Cricket…
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February 15, 2024
Every February, mental health charity Place2Be host Children’s Mental Health Week.
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February 09, 2024
“Duck! Dive! Dodge!” That’s what our students were doing on Wednesday 7th February, as all eight Lionheart secondary schools congregated at the Sir Jonathan North Girls’ Colle…
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February 05, 2024
During the 2022-23 academic year, 13 Lionheart employees – including seasoned teachers and associate staff – undertook a variety of apprenticeship schemes that allowed them to…
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February 05, 2024
At the start of February, seven of our schools assembled at The Cedars Academy’s Palmer Tomkinson Theatre in Birstall for the annual Lionheart Battle of the Bands competition,…
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January 30, 2024
In December 2023, Beauchamp City Sixth Form welcomed His Majesty’s Ofsted Inspectors for a thorough, three-day review and after consultation with stakeholders, the sixth form…
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January 19, 2024
The Lionheart Educational Trust Annual Report for 2022-23 is now available to read.
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December 20, 2023
Read all about an exciting Autumn Term full of positive exam results, successful Ofsted visits, festive fundraising and much more!
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December 18, 2023
Schools across Lionheart Educational Trust have been awash with tinsel, baubles, snowflakes, cards and presents as staff and students promote festive cheer during the season o…
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December 18, 2023
To support languages learning, November saw students from Lionheart secondary schools compete in a Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) competition.
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December 05, 2023
International Volunteers Day is a global occasion where we celebrate the important contributions many individuals make to our society.
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November 20, 2023
We know that beyond-the-curriculum and out-of-classroom learning helps equip Lionheart Schools’ young people with understanding and behaviours to navigate life. Which is why w…
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November 10, 2023
Every year - on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month - we come together as a country and pay our respects to the multitude of brave soldiers who have fought in conf…
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November 10, 2023
Every year on Remembrance Day, over 900 students and staff at Lionheart’s Humphrey Perkins School in Barrow-upon-Soar, fall silent as they remember those lost in conflict and…
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November 01, 2023
During the first week of October, Brocks Hill Primary School was visited by His Majesty’s Ofsted Inspectors.
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October 30, 2023
Every October, Britain comes together to mark Black History Month (BHM); an important opportunity to celebrate and recognise the invaluable contributions of black people to so…
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October 10, 2023
At the Lionheart Educational Trust, we believe in nurturing and developing the whole child, meaning that we promote holistic development and place strong focus on students’ we…
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October 02, 2023
Following a visit by HMI Ofsted inspectors in September 2023, we’re pleased to announce that Broom Leys Primary School remains a ‘Good’ school.
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September 29, 2023
Weaved into the cultures of all 14 Leicester and Leicestershire schools within the Lionheart Educational Trust is the belief that that any young person from any background des…
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September 28, 2023
This week is National Inclusion Week, an initiative which emphasises the importance of inclusivity amongst employers.
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September 19, 2023
Every September, a special effort is made to raise awareness about the important environmental issues facing our planet; especially recycling.
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September 15, 2023
As part of our exclusive partnership with Leicestershire County Cricket Club, we were thrilled to recently welcome two senior England cricket stars to one of our secondary sch…
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September 06, 2023
This week sees the celebration of National Read a Book Day, an occasion where the importance of reading, especially for young people, is highlighted.
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August 24, 2023
Across our Trust this summer, we were thrilled to highlight the achievements of many of our students, who, once again, achieved an impressive collection of GCSE results.
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August 17, 2023
As a Trust, we believe our commitment to academic excellence is unquestionable, and this year’s exemplary collection of A-Level and equivalent level three results reinforce th…
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July 28, 2023
It has been another incredibly fulfilling term for our Duke of Edinburgh students, many of whom recently completed their Expedition Programme.
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July 24, 2023
As part of ‘Plastic Free July,’ an initiative which aims to combat plastic pollution and ensure the conservation and protection of the environment, we are taking a look at som…
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July 17, 2023
As part of ‘Plastic Free July,’ an initiative which aims to combat plastic pollution and to ensure the conservation and protection of the environment, we are taking a look at…
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July 11, 2023
Read all about the busy summer term across Lionheart's 14 Leicester/shire schools. From a public speaking event to Lionheart Games and employee awards to a spotlight on the ma…
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July 10, 2023
As part of ‘Plastic Free July,’ an initiative which aims to combat plastic pollution and to ensure the conservation and protection of the environment, we are celebrating some…
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July 10, 2023
As another busy academic year approaches its conclusion, it was fantastic to celebrate our wonderful employees across the Trust at the Heart Awards, at the beginning of July.
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July 03, 2023
Something incredibly innovative and exciting has been brewing throughout our family of schools this term and, on Monday 26th June, it finally came to fruition; the Lionheart S…
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June 30, 2023
We’re thrilled to have won the Inclusivity Award at the national MAT Excellence Awards 2023! Having been shortlisted in both the Executive Team of the Year and Inclusivity c…
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June 27, 2023
With the buzz of National School Sports Week slowly dying down after its conclusion on Sunday 25th June, Trust-wide hype and excitement was soon cranked back up as, just a day…
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June 23, 2023
Schools across the Lionheart Educational Trust in Leicestershire were a-buzz with hype and activity this week, celebrating National School Sports Week.
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June 02, 2023
1-7 June 2023 is National Volunteers’ Week, an opportunity for businesses and organisations up and down the country to show gratitude to those individuals who selflessly sacri…
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May 26, 2023
Our secondary schools all congregated at The Cedars Academy in Birstall on Thursday evening as the eagerly anticipated ‘Battle of the Bands’ returned.
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May 22, 2023
On Monday 15th May, a collection of 13 students - past and present - from Beauchamp College and Beauchamp City Sixth Form travelled to Buckingham Palace to receive their gold…
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May 05, 2023
Saturday 6th May 2023 marks one of the most historical events in British history; the coronation of our new monarch HRH King Charles III.
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May 05, 2023
Six schools went head-to-head on Thursday evening, competing in the first ever Trust-wide dance competition across Lionheart’s secondary schools. 70 students – ranging from y…
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April 28, 2023
Three secondary schools within Leicestershire’s Lionheart Educational Trust are now releasing regular podcasts – with content from students and/or teachers. The Castle Rock Sc…
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March 30, 2023
Catch up on all the latest news and updates from Lionheart Educational Trust and its 14 schools in the the Spring 2023 newsletter for parents/carers.
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March 22, 2023
Another great example of cross-school collaboration has been taking place in key stage three Modern Foreign Languages this half-term, in the form of a pancake competition!
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March 17, 2023
Comic Relief's Red Nose Day has become a tradition that many school students look forward to every year. And this year was no different, with many Lionheart schools across Lei…
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March 08, 2023
Like many people, organisations and schools globally, we are also taking the opportunity to champion International Women's Day 2023 (IWD), with a focus that is two-fold: recog…
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March 03, 2023
150 proud students - of a fantastic 200 student award completers - from across Lionheart’s Leicestershire schools came together on March 2nd to receive their Duke of Edinburgh…
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February 16, 2023
We have a clear focus on ensuring our students are empowered with knowledge through an education that is diverse and inclusive, and therefore, LGBT+ History Month is very impo…
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February 10, 2023
As an employer, we are proud to support National Apprenticeship Week, offering our employees the chance to develop their skills and advance their careers. By providing access…
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February 07, 2023
Throughout January, staff from across Lionheart’s Leicestershire schools gathered food goods as part of a joint aid effort in support of Ukraine.
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January 27, 2023
Chinese New Year has been celebrated across Lionheart Educational Trust’s schools this week. It is an opportunity for our students to learn about the culture and customs of Ch…
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December 15, 2022
Read all about our term of global issues discussions, school trips, festive fundraising and successful Ofsted visits.
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December 14, 2022
A cross-county languages competition among Lionheart's Year 9 students in December, saw 20 wonderful poster design entries which showcased both the modern foreign language and…
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December 14, 2022
As part of our Global Issues Curriculum, students across Lionheart schools have been learning about the expulsion of Asians from Uganda in 1972 and the subsequent settlement o…
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December 08, 2022
From pantomimes and fundraising to festive lunches and a facetime with Santa Claus, our students and staff have been getting into the festive spirit this week.
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November 17, 2022
At Lionheart Educational Trust we are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for our young people, allowing them to learn in a relaxed and secure atmos…
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November 11, 2022
Each year, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, the UK falls silent in memory of the people who have served and lost their lives in wars around the…
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November 09, 2022
We’re delighted that two Lionheart schools – Judgemeadow Community College and Highcliffe Primary – have been recognised as GOOD schools by Ofsted.
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November 03, 2022
We are delighted that Broom Leys Primary and Brocks Hill Primary have attained the School Games Mark – Platinum Award, and both Riverside and Highcliffe Primaries have achieve…
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October 31, 2022
Beauchamp College Bea Admissions Policy Consultation (2024-2025)BEA Admissions Consultation letterBEA Catchment Map Cedars, Humphrey Perkins, and mARTINS North Secondary Admis…
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October 28, 2022
Here’s a round-up of the celebration, awareness and educational activities across a selection of Lionheart schools
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October 13, 2022
As a Trust of schools, we place great importance on providing our students with careers information to allow them to make informed choices for their future pathways beyond edu…
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October 07, 2022
We were delighted to officially open the doors of Endeavour, with students welcoming the Lionheart executive team to a celebratory lunch on 29th September.
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September 29, 2022
In recent weeks, we've been delighted to welcome over 4500 people through our doors to attend open evenings across our eight Trust secondary schools.
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September 16, 2022
In condolence for the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, students and staff at Lionheart Educational Trust schools across Leicestershire have each produced paper wreaths…
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September 15, 2022
Hard-working Lionheart sixth form students celebrated outstanding A-level results across the Trust schools this summer, with thanks to dedicated staff members and the support…
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September 12, 2022
Lionheart Educational Trust – along with our family of schools across Leicestershire - are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.
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July 11, 2022
A round-up of news from across Lionheart Educational Trust
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February 24, 2022
Lionheart students were interviewed by ITV Central News in February in front of a prominent Leicester billboard showcasing their work as part of the Trust's Global Issues Curr…
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February 07, 2022
We are delighted to announce that we are able to offer 12 paid summer internships to Mathematics, Physics & Computer Science undergraduates who are in the penultimate year of…
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January 12, 2022
On Thursday 13th January, our year 11 students at Beauchamp College received their qualification for the Lessons in Financial Education (LiFE) course, with a fantastic 100% pa…
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