Inspiring Primaries Academy Trust

28/08/2026

⏱️ Quick reminder for families receiving Universal Credit! ⏱️
With the changes taking effect from 1st September, we don't want any of our eligible families to miss out on Free School Meals! 🍽️💙
If your family receives Universal Credit, you can apply regardless of your income. Even if you were previously told you were over the income threshold, we strongly encourage you to give it a try - it only takes a couple of minutes online!
How to check & apply:
1️⃣ Visit the Leicestershire County Council page: https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/social-care-and-supporting-families/free-school-meals
2️⃣ Click ‘Apply online’ to submit your check.
It takes just a few clicks, could save your family hundreds of pounds a year, and brings extra support to your child's school! ✨
Applies to families across all 9 of our Trust primary schools. 👇

📍All Saints Primary School, Sapcote
📍Claybrooke Primary School
📍Dunton Bassett Primary School
📍Gilmorton Chandler CofE Primary School
📍John Wycliffe Primary School
📍Sharnford Cof E Primary School
📍St Margaret's C of E Primary School
📍St Mary's CE Primary School, Bitteswell
📍Ullesthorpe CofE Primary School

Information on who can get free school meals and how to apply.

28/08/2026

Beautiful color mixing from Starling Class! 🎨✨
Our pupils at Gilmorton Chandler CofE Primary School have had a brilliant week exploring different hues in art class. It's fantastic to see such creativity and focus in action! 💙
Re-sharing the school's full post below - be sure to pop over to their page to drop a comment and show your support! 👇🖌️

28/08/2026

Great opportunities in a brilliant small school setting! 🌟🎒
A big thank you to Claybrooke Primary School for providing such a wonderful variety of after-school clubs this term, from Arts & Crafts to Football and Archery! 🎨⚽
Small community schools like Claybrooke work tirelessly to ensure pupils get rich, well-rounded experiences beyond the normal timetable. 💙
Re-sharing their full timetable poster below - be sure to head over to the school page for booking links and sign-up details! 👇✨

Please follow the details below to sign up for any clubs this half term.

28/08/2026

Your voice matters! 📢💙
The Leicestershire Local Offer team wants to hear from parents and carers about how the transition process has been for children and young people with SEND this academic year, or if you are currently preparing for a new placement.
By taking just a few minutes to complete their short, 3-question survey, you can help highlight what’s working well and what can be improved across the county. All feedback will be shared directly with the SEND & Inclusion Board this September to help shape future support! ✨

Re-sharing the full details below—please take a moment to share your views! 👇

📢Calling Parents & Carers📢
We'd love to hear about how the transition process has been for your child or young person this academic year❓
Are you in the middle of preparations for a move to a new placement in August 2026❓
Please help us to understand what is working well and what could be improved by completing this short 3 question survey:
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The results will be shared with the SEND & Inclusion Board in September!

28/08/2026

❗️September Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Roadshow❗️

❗️September Local Offer Roadshow❗️
Once again we will be welcoming children and young people to County Hall, along with their families to see what's on offer!
There will be activities and 'Have a Go' sessions available as well as organisations offering information and signposting ⬅️⬆️➡️
Watch this space for more details...
Please book your FREE place via: leicestershire.gov.uk/local-offer-roadshows or just turn up on the day

28/08/2026

❓Looking For Extra Support ❓
Check out Leicestershire Family Hubs Triple P courses 👇

❓Looking For Extra Support ❓
Check out Leicestershire Family Hubs Triple P courses 👇
Learn simple and practical strategies to increase your confidence in managing behaviours
For more details email: [email protected]

28/08/2026

🌟 WE ARE HIRING: Learning Support Assistant (Part-Time) 🌟
Are you an enthusiastic, hardworking individual looking to make a meaningful impact in a village school community?
Ullesthorpe CofE Primary School (part of our Trust) is seeking an inspirational Learning Support Assistant to join their friendly, professional, and supportive team!
Ullesthorpe is a welcoming four-class village school rooted in the mission: "Learn together, grow together, shine forever." Supported by strong Christian values and close ties to St. Peter's Church, it is a caring environment committed to helping every child flourish and achieve their full potential.
What we are looking for:
* Experience in a similar educational or support role
* Flexibility to work across different Key Stages
* Excellent organisation, communication, and initiative
* A positive "can-do" attitude, problem-solving skills, and a strong collaborative spirit
Key Details:
📍 Location: Ashby Road, Ullesthorpe, LE17 5DN
💼 Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (30 hours/week, 39 weeks/year)
💰 Salary: £25,186 FTE (Paid pro-rata for part-time hours)
📅 Start Date: ASAP
⏰ Closing Date: 11:59pm, 29th August 2026 (Closing soon!)
Perks & Benefits:
✨ Dedicated Staff Wellbeing support
✨ Term-time only working pattern
✨ Excellent employer pension contributions
✨ A warm, disciplined, and well-resourced learning environment
If you are ready to bring your energy and creativity to a thriving village school, we want to hear from you!
👉 Apply today via the link below or tag someone who would be perfect for this role!

Closing date: Midnight, Sat 29th Aug, 2026. View full details and apply online at MyNewTerm.

28/08/2026

Celebrating success inside and outside the classroom! ⭐️👏✨
Recognising our pupils' hard work, character, and individual achievements - both in school and across the wider community - is such an important part of building confidence and pride in our children.
A huge congratulations to the pupils below for living out the school's Christian values as this week's Sharnford Superstars, and well done also to those sharing their wonderful achievements outside of school! 🏆💙
We are so proud of you all. Re-sharing the full update from Sharnford Cof E Primary School below! 👇🌟

28/08/2026

🌟 WE ARE HIRING: Key Stage 2 Teacher 🌟
Are you an enthusiastic, experienced Key Stage 2 practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a school with a true family feel?
Sharnford Cof E Primary School (part of our Trust) is looking for a dedicated teacher to join their highly committed team!
Located in the heart of the Sharnford community, this wonderful three-class village school is guided by its vision: "Many hearts
make our school nourishing, flourishing and fruitful." With strong Christian values, excellent community links, and the backing of our wider Trust network, it's a place where both staff and pupils truly thrive.
What we are looking for:
An experienced KS2 teacher who can work independently and as part of a close team
Excellent organisation, communication, and initiative
A positive, flexible, and creative approach to learning
Someone who works calmly under pressure and brings a "can-do" attitude
Key Details:
📍 Location: Henson Way, Sharnford, LE10 3PN
💼 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Term Time)
💰 Salary: £32,916 - £45,351 (MPS 1–6, dependent on experience)
📅 Start Date: ASAP
⏰ Closing Date: 11:59pm, 6th September 2026
Perks & Benefits:
✨ Dedicated Staff Wellbeing support
✨ Term-time working pattern
✨ Excellent employer pension contributions
✨ Access to Trust-wide collaboration and professional development opportunities
If you are ready to make a real difference in a school where every child is known, valued, and safe, we would love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today via the link below or share this post with an educator who would be a great fit!

Closing date: Midnight, Sun 6th Sep, 2026. View full details and apply online at MyNewTerm.

28/08/2026

Values in action from day one! 🌟💙
It is wonderful to see how smoothly the pupils at Claybrooke Primary School have settled back into school life this week. We love seeing their core values - Respectful, Compassionate, Inclusive, Truthful, and Collaborative - shining bright in every classroom! 🤝✨
A huge well done to the staff and pupils for creating such a positive, supportive start to the new academic year. Keep up the fantastic work! 👏
Take a look at the original post from the Claybrooke team below: 👇

What a fantastic start to the new year. We've been really impressed with how everyone has settled into the new year. It has been lovely visiting classes all week and seeing our school values in action. Well done everyone.
Respectful - Compassionate - Inclusive - Truthful - Collaborative.