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Achievement Through Caring
An Academy Trust empowering schools & communities to reach their potential

ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH CARING

~ Our Trust ~
The Marches Academy Trust, is a multi-academy school sponsor based in Shropshire. We believe we have the capacity and experience to inspire and motivate students and staff and are committed to developing a family of academy schools with a shared set of visions and values. Children are placed firmly at the centre of all we do; we pride ourselves on offerin

g a wealth of opportunities allowing all in the learning community to experience success in many different ways and at a variety of levels. Our challenge therefore is to constantly seek out new ways to innovate from within the classroom and outside it, as we believe firmly in the need to keep moving forward, so that our young people have the best possible experiences and life opportunities. All the schools which make up The Marches Academy Trust have a shared belief that successful creative lifelong learners participate in a journey of self discovery. They know how to learn, acquire skills and feel safe to take risks with confidence and courage. We believe in ‘achievement through caring’ and by providing the pupils with a nurturing and vibrant learning environment the children will achieve their potential | >> marchesacademytrust.co.uk

~ Learn More ~
Please visit our school websites and pages to learn more.

>Tilstock CE Primary School and Nursery | tilstockprimaryschool.co.uk | .
>Lower Heath CE Primary School and Nursery | lowerheath.co.uk | .
>Longlands Primary School | longlandsprimaryschool.co.uk | .
>The Grange Primary School | grangeprimaryshrewsbury.co.uk | .
>Oakmeadow CE Primary School | oakmeadowprimary.co.uk | .
>Woodlands School | woodlands.school | .
>The Marches School | marchesschool.co.uk | .
>Sir John Talbot’s School | sirjohntalbots.co.uk | .
>The Grove School | groveschoolmarketdrayton.co.uk | .
>Shrewsbury Academy | shrewsburyacademy.co.uk | .
>Idsall School | idsallschool.org |

~ Check out our new Trust Podcasts! ~
We can't wait for you to hear our interviews talking about the power of education. Use the links below to listen to the trailer and follow the show so you don't miss the episodes...
> Apple/iTunes: https://t.co/ZmyUujQZFD
> Spotify: https://t.co/RVBt8uO1pf

02/09/2026

🎉 Welcome back everyone!

We're delighted to welcome our children and young people, staff and families back for the start of a new academic year this week.

This year is especially significant as we celebrate the 15th academic year of Marches Academy Trust. It's a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how we have grown over the past 15 years, celebrate the achievements of our schools and communities, and look ahead to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

We look forward to celebrating this special milestone and marking the occasion with our schools throughout the year.

24/08/2026

Why Choose Open6?

More subjects. More opportunities. More independence.

In this video, Nicola explains why Open6 offers the best of both worlds - the support of a school Sixth Form combined with the opportunities and flexibility of a much larger network.

Discover how Open6 helps students take their next step with confidence.

Find your Sixth Form and discover more at www.open6.co.uk.

21/08/2026

We're proud to launch the Open6 Virtual Gallery – an online space celebrating the incredible creativity and talent of our students.

From stunning artwork to imaginative photography, the gallery showcases just some of the fantastic work being created across Open6.

Take a look around and discover what our students have been creating.
Explore the Virtual Gallery: https://open6.co.uk/gallery/

20/08/2026

🎉 It's been a fantastic GCSE Results Day across The Marches Academy Trust! 🎉

Congratulations to all our students on their achievements. Today is a chance to celebrate your hard work and look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead.

Well done, Class of 2026! 🌟

18/08/2026

Student Story: Accessing more subject choices through Open6

Before Open6, some subjects simply weren't available at every Sixth Form.

Hear how Open6 enabled one student to study Further Maths while remaining at the Sixth Form they already knew and felt supported at.

Discover how Open6 creates more opportunities without compromising support and community.

Find your Sixth Form and discover more at www.open6.co.uk

15/08/2026

A huge thank you to Trust alumnus and University of Birmingham PhD student Ben Fry for coming back to inspire our students with an incredible hands-on neuroscience workshop.

Experiences like this are what The Open6 Offer is all about - bringing learning to life, broadening horizons and helping young people develop the confidence and skills they'll need for the future.

https://youtu.be/kGGsK7Y-52o

Find out more at http://www.open6.co.uk

The Open6 Offer takes learning beyond the classroom.In this editi...

13/08/2026

🎉 What a day of celebration across The Marches Academy Trust! 🎉

Today we are incredibly proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our A Level students across our four sixth forms. Their determination, resilience and hard work have been rewarded, and they should be immensely proud of everything they have accomplished.

We are excited to see where your next steps take you and wish you every success for the future.

Well done and congratulations from everyone across The Marches Academy Trust family.

12/08/2026

🌟 Current vacancies across the Marches Academy Trust: 🌟

🟢Idsall School, Shifnal.
- Site Assistant - closing 17.08.2026

🔴 Marches School, Oswestry.
- SEN Specialist Resource Provision Lead - closing 11.09.2026

🟡 Sir John Talbot's School, Whitchurch.
- Site Services Manager - closing 01.09.2026

🔵 Kinnerley Primary School.
- Teaching Assistant Early Years and KS1 - closing 21.08.2026

⚪ Shrewsbury Academy.
- PA to Headteacher - closing 16.09.2026
- Director of Maths - closing 30.09.2026

🟣 Marches Academy Trust, Shrewsbury.
- Casual Clerk - closing 30.10.2026
- HR Officer - closing 25.08.2026
- HR Partner - closing 25.08.2026
- Director of People and Culture - closing 25.08.2026
- Head of Estates - closing 25.08.2026
- Marketing and Communications Manager - closing 25.08.2026

For more details and to apply, visit our vacancy page:

Teaching Assistant Early Years and KS1 Kinnerley CE Primary School Oswestry, SY10 8DF £19,130 Full Time Fixed Term Closing:21/08/2026 00:00 Start:01/09/2026

11/08/2026

Student Story: Support and Community through Open6

Sixth Form should help students become more independent, without losing the support they need.

In this video, a current student explains how tutors and teachers provide guidance throughout the Sixth Form journey, from workload management and exams to university applications and career planning.

Find your Sixth Form and discover more at www.open6.co.uk.

05/08/2026

More Subject Choice Through Open6

Why should your subject choices be limited by the size of your Sixth Form?

Open6 connects Sixth Forms across The Marches Academy Trust, giving students access to a wider range of courses and opportunities.

Ashley explains how Open6 helps students build a pathway around their interests, strengths and future ambitions.

Find your Sixth Form and discover more at www.open6.co.uk

Address

The Marches Academy Trust, Morda Road
Oswestry
SY112AR

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+441691664415

Website

http://www.marchesacademytrust.co.uk/

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