Bedford Inclusive Learning & Training Trust

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

AUTISM BEDFORDSHIRE
WE’VE GOT SOMETHING NEW TO THE FLOCK… AND HERE IT IS!

We’ve been teasing that something new was joining the flock, and we’re so excited to finally reveal our BRAND-NEW WOOLLY WALKS!

Looking for something a little different to do this half term? Come and enjoy a private sheep walking experience with Woolly Walks in Clophill, near Bedford!

Meet your woolly walking companion and head out together for a relaxed countryside stroll, with plenty of time for strokes, cuddles and some very fluffy company! 💕

📅 Friday 30th October 2026
⏰ Session 1: 10:00am–11:00am
⏰ Session 2: 11:15am–12:15pm
💷 £10 per family + booking fee

Places are limited, so book online now using the link below or scan the QR code on the poster 👇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/y7u2s8s6

A lovely half-term experience for families who fancy some fresh air, countryside and woolly cuddles!

01/10/2026

MK Dons Careers Talk

Over 70 Year 10 and 11 pupils were delighted to welcome Ollie Charnock, Fan Engagement Manager at MK Dons, for a fascinating careers talk on Monday 28 September.

Ollie shared his career journey and highlighted the many different roles that keep Stadium MK running, showing students that there are exciting opportunities both on and off the pitch.

Students asked some fantastic questions and many stayed behind to chat with Ollie afterwards. To top it all off, MK Dons generously provided free match tickets for every attendee!

Thank you to Ollie and for an inspiring and memorable visit.

30/09/2026

MacMillan Coffee Morning - Grange Academy

Thank you to all pupils, families and staff for all your donations. We raised an amazing £141!

6th Form Pathfinders hosted and served parents and carers who came along to the coffee morning. They were a credit to Grange and did an amazing job.

30/09/2026

Thank you to all staff, pupils and families at Grey Education Secondary who donated to Jeans for Genes. They raised £28 which will go to a worthwhile charity.

30/09/2026

Greys Education Centre Tesco’s Blue Token Grant Success

We are delighted to announce that Greys Primary has won first prize in the Blue Token Grant Scheme, securing funding for our sensory garden project.

The funding will help us create a calming outdoor space where pupils can explore, learn, and support their emotional wellbeing through sensory experiences.

A huge thank you to Tesco for running this fantastic community scheme, and to all of the customers who voted for us by donating their blue tokens. Your support has helped make this project possible, and we are incredibly grateful.

We are excited to begin developing the garden and look forward to sharing updates as the project takes shape.

22/09/2026

What an amazing day at Grange Academy supporting the charity Jeans for Genes. This UK fundraising campaign supports children and families affected by genetic conditions. Grange raised an amazing £149.80. Thank you to all pupils, families and staff who donated.

16/09/2026

What a fantastic morning at the Grange Academy Community Farm Open Day on Saturday 12th September 2026!

It was wonderful to see people of all ages from across Bedfordshire come together to support the farm and enjoy a fun-filled morning. Visitors enjoyed a variety of attractions including stalls, face painting, a bouncy castle, ice cream van, fire engines, and of course the opportunity to get up close and personal with our amazing animals.

Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we are delighted to announce that £1,400 was raised. Every penny will be used directly to support and develop the farm for the benefit of our animals, pupils and visitors.

A huge thank you to all Grange staff, stall holders, volunteers and Bedfordshire Fire Service for all their support to make the day such a success.

Please see the article below from Bedford Today.

https://www.bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/in-pictures-bedford-inclusive-learning-and-training-trust-spreads-smiles-with-fun-and-farm-days-9075583?page=1

16/09/2026

BILTT Pupil Fun Day

On Thursday 9 September, pupils and staff from across the trust came together at Grange Academy for an unforgettable day of fun and celebration!

The day was packed with exciting activities including inflatables, a bouncy castle, face painting, bubbles, an ice cream van, and special visits from Spiderman and Supergirl.

Pupils also enjoyed spending time with the animals at the Grange Academy farm, creating plenty of smiles and lasting memories along the way.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success. It was wonderful to see our trust community coming together to share a fantastic day of fun, friendship and laughter.