Quantum Multi Academy Trust

We are proud to celebrate the fantastic achievement of Maylandsea Primary School children who took part in the 2026 London Mini Marathon.

For many of the children, this was their first experience of a large-scale sporting event. It was not only a chance to challenge themselves physically, but also to build confidence and enjoy being part of something special.

Maylandsea Primary School Pupils Shine at London Mini Marathon 2026 We are proud to celebrate the fantastic achievement of Maylandsea Primary School children who took part in the 2026 London Mini Marathon. Held in the...

Schools across QMAT are celebrating World Book Day with a fantastic week of book‑themed fun designed to inspire imagination and nurture a lifelong love of reading.

From creative costumes and assemblies to quizzes, book fairs, author visits and exciting classroom activities, pupils across our Trust will be fully immersing themselves in the joy of stories and reading this week.

A huge thank you in advance, to our pupils, families and staff for embracing the celebrations with such enthusiasm. World Book Day is a wonderful reminder that reading opens the door to adventure, curiosity and endless learning.

Here’s to more stories, more imagination, and more reading for pleasure across our schools!
https://www.qmat.uk/43/news/post/25/world-book-day-celebrating-creativity-and-a-love-of-reading

Did you know that extra-curricular clubs help children build confidence, teamwork, and even boost academic performance?
Our schools offer a variety of clubs—sports, music, drama, science, creative arts, and more!
Visit your school’s website for details and encourage your child to get involved.
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Schools across our Trust were celebrating the joy and importance of reading last week.
The National Literacy Trust reminds us that reading for pleasure can:
✨ Grow empathy
✨ Build confidence
✨ Spark imagination
✨ Broaden horizons
✨ Support learning

Our schools continue to focus on the importance of reading, for example:
Larkrise Primary School spent last week promoting reading across the school in anticipation of today’s celebration, encouraging pupils to explore new stories and enjoy reading together.

Parents and carers from Bumblebee and Ladybird Classes at Maylandsea Primary School enjoyed a well‑attended reading and phonics workshop. Reading remains a key priority at Maylandsea, with staff passionate about fostering a strong, positive start to children’s reading journeys.

St Luke’s Primary School continues its focus on reading and is encouraging families to join the Essex Libraries Winter Reading Challenge. The school also shared simple strategies like echo reading to help build confidence during daily reading at home.

At Great Baddow High School reading is central to life at GBHS. Students take part in weekly Drop Everything And Read sessions, enjoy a wide range of library initiatives and engage in programmes promoting purposeful and pleasure‑driven reading across subjects.

At Quantum Multi-Academy Trust our schools are united in promoting reading as a joyful, empowering and essential skill. Whether through story sessions, library initiatives, family workshops or daily habits at home, every effort contributes to building confident, curious and capable young readers.

Every Day Counts!
Good attendance is one of the most important ways we can support our children’s happiness, confidence and progress at school. Even a few missed days can affect learning, friendships and routines.

We’re reminding all families how important it is for children to attend school every day, unless they are genuinely too unwell. Together, we can help every child make the most of each school day.

👉 Find out more on our website: https://www.qmat.uk/43/news/post/21/the-importance-of-excellent-attendance-across-our-trust

Thank you for your continued support in helping every child start each day ready to learn.

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As 2025 draws to a close, schools across Quantum Multi-Academy Trust have embraced the festive season with creativity, generosity, and togetherness. From nativity performances to charity initiatives, pupils, staff, and families have come together to make this time of year truly special.

These celebrations reflect the values of creativity, kindness, and community that define the Quantum Multi-Academy Trust. We thank our dedicated staff, supportive families, and PTAs for making this festive season unforgettable.

Quantum Multi-Academy Trust Schools Celebrate a Festive Season of Joy and Community As 2025 draws to a close, schools across Quantum Multi-Academy Trust have embraced the festive season with creativity, generosity, and togetherness. F...

If your child is due to start school in September 2026, the application window is now open.

Please remember, it’s really important to get your application in by 15 January. Applications received after this date will be classed as late and processed only after all on-time applications.
Applying late means you’re less likely to get a place at one of your preferred schools, so don’t miss out!

How to Apply
You’ll need to apply directly to Essex County Council using their online admissions page:https://www.essex.gov.uk/apply-for-a-primary-school-place

Come and See Us!
Many of our Quantum Multi-Academy Trust (QMAT) primary schools offer the chance for parents and children to visit during the school day. These visits often include a friendly talk and a guided tour so you can see what makes our schools special.
Children are very welcome to join you – it’s a great way to help them feel excited about starting school!

For details about school tours, please contact the individual school concerned to see whether a school tour is available.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR SCHOOLS HERE: https://www.qmat.uk/65/our-schools-1

Maylandsea Primary School, part of Quantum Multi-Academy Trust, launched a brand-new Scrap Store Play Pod this week, designed to transform play-times by offering children a unique opportunity to engage in creative, imaginative, and active play.

The Play Pod, developed in partnership with Suffolk at Play, is filled with a wide variety of recycled and repurposed materials – from fabric rolls, cardboard tubes, and crates to ropes, tyres, and dressing-up items. These open-ended resources encourage children to invent games, collaborate, problem-solve, and use their imagination in new and exciting ways.

"This is about giving children the freedom to create their own play. The Play Pod will help transform lunchtimes – children will work together, be active, and have fun in a way that builds resilience, creativity, and teamwork." Clare James, Headteacher, Maylandsea Primary School

Research shows that access to open-ended play improves children’s wellbeing, social skills, and problem-solving abilities. By using recycled materials, the Play Pod also helps promote sustainability, showing children the value of re-use and environmental responsibility.

The Maylandsea Primary School Scrap Store Play Pod officially opened on Monday 29th September and is already being met with excitement and enthusiasm from pupils, parents, and staff alike.

This term we have welcomed our new pupils and students into the eight schools that are now part of the new Quantum Multi-Academy Trust.

Our schools are united by a shared culture of excellence, where relationships, opportunity, care, and kindness are at the heart of everything we do and it is fantastic to hear from our schools as to how our new cohort are settling in to their new schools.

QMAT Welcomes New Students at the Start of Term. Over the past two weeks we have welcomed our new students into our schools. We have been impressed with how well the children are settling i...