Last week, schools across NEAT Academy Trust came together for something special – our first ever NEAT Volunteer Week. And together, our pupils, staff and communities achieved something remarkable.

As part of NEAT Volunteer Week, we’re taking a closer look at the impact volunteering has on our pupils – not just during this week, but over the long term. At NEAT Academy Trust, we believe volunteering plays a vital role in developing confident, capable young people…

As part of NEAT Volunteer Week, we’re highlighting the range of ways adults can get involved in volunteering across our schools and Trust. Whether you’re a parent, carer, former pupil, or someone simply wanting to give a bit of time to make a difference – there’s a…

NEAT Volunteer Week Begins Today This week marks the launch of our first NEAT Volunteer Week – a Trust-wide school initiative that brings together our pupils, staff, families, and communities through purposeful volunteering. Running from Monday 31st March to Friday...

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our NEAT Business Breakfast at Benfield School. It was fantastic to see so many businesses, organisations, and community groups coming together with a shared goal—to support our young people and their futures.

On 18th February 2025, St Hild’s Church of England School opened its doors to the business community, hosting an inspiring Business Breakfast in the school’s impressive CECA building.

Today, 6 February 2025, is Time to Talk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. This day encourages everyone to open up about mental health, fostering understanding and support.

Gracie Rochester, a student at St Hild’s Church of England School in Hartlepool, is emerging as a prominent figure in the world of boxing. Her recent international success, securing a bronze medal while representing England’s Under-14 team, is a testament to her exceptional discipline and unwavering determination.

As part of the whole trust relational work we partnered with Carr Manor Community School in Leeds and Newcastle local authority to develop the whole trust relational practice.

As we come to the end of another year, we want to take a moment to send our warmest wishes to all our students, families, staff, and the wider community.

Parents, please read about the end of the first term of the new school year and the end of 2024 letter to parents.

Last Friday, NEAT hosted a successful business breakfast with employers, community leaders, and educators. We discussed how to prepare our students for future careers. We thank everyone who attended.

Discover how Benfield School is boosting student attendance through strong leadership and a supportive, student-centred approach. Read more on NEAT Academy Trust’s latest blog.

Join NEAT Academy Trust in celebrating Dyslexia Awareness Week! We’re shining a light on our pupils with dyslexia and the incredible staff who support them. Discover how our schools are creating a supportive, inclusive environment for every learner.

NEAT Business Breakfast invite. Taking place at Benfield school on Friday 22nd November 2024.

We are delighted to share the details of our Trust Transition offer across our Newcastle NEAT schools for the coming academic year.

This is a fantastic opportunity to sample the Benfield experience in our subject-taster classes. come and meet our teachers, see our school, and speak to our pupil leaders.

As a school we are looking at our options for the next academic year. We would love to have your opinion on what would work for your family. We are exploring expanding our preschool (2 Year Old Provision). We currently offer 15 hours, over 5 mornings but would like to...

This year sees the Lunar New Year start on 10th February 2024. In many cultures, lunar new year is traditionally associated with an animal from the zodiac. This year’s animal is the dragon: a symbol of strength, courage and good fortune. Pupils at our school have been...

“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:  Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.  At the going down of the sun and in the morning  We will remember them.” This Saturday is Remembrance Day. At West Walker, we held a commemorative...

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