Greenshaw Learning Trust

🎉 Greenshaw Learning Trust is celebrating an excellent set of GCSE outcomes, with Attainment 8 scores rising across our schools once again.

The average Attainment 8 score across GLT, together with the percentage of students achieving grades 4+ and 5+ in English and maths, remains strong and well above national averages. We are particularly proud that Attainment 8 for disadvantaged students is also well above the national average, reflecting our unwavering commitment to ensuring every young person, whatever their background, has the opportunity to thrive.

GLT Schools Mark Another Year of Strong GCSE Success Greenshaw Learning Trust (GLT) is celebrating an excellent set of GCSE outcomes, with Attainment 8 scores rising across our schools once again.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is delighted to celebrate a strong set of post-16 results this year, with our best results to date across both A Levels and Applied qualifications.

Students across the Trust have worked incredibly hard to achieve these results, and we are immensely proud of their dedication, resilience and commitment. We would like to congratulate all of our students, as well as their families and the staff who have supported them throughout their post-16 education.

Greenshaw Learning Trust Celebrates Strong Year 13 Results Greenshaw Learning Trust is delighted to celebrate a strong set of post-16 results this year, with our best results to date across both A Levels and Applied qualifications.

What began as a garden transformation project has grown into a thriving partnership between Gloucester Academy and Saintbridge House care home.

Led by Head of Geography, Miss Fudge, students now visit the care home each week to plan and deliver a variety of activities, including quizzes, games, exercise sessions and creative projects. Through their involvement, students have developed valuable leadership, communication and organisational skills, while creating lasting connections with residents.

We are incredibly proud of the kindness, creativity and commitment shown by Gloucester Academy's students and look forward to seeing this partnership continue to flourish in the year ahead.

St Peter's Primary School celebrated an exciting Sports Week, giving every child the opportunity to try a wide range of fun and engaging activities. Throughout the week, pupils took part in glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, squash, football, rugby, tri-golf, frisbee golf, korfball, multi-skills, playball, orienteering, nerf games, gymnastics and rounders.

Pupils also joined in with the 'Dress Up Like a Sports Star Day', coming to school in their favourite sports kit and celebrating their sporting heroes.

Specialist coaches visited throughout the week, sharing their expertise and enthusiasm, inspiring the children to develop new skills and discover sports they may not have experienced before.

Sports Week was a fantastic opportunity to encourage teamwork, resilience and confidence while introducing pupils to new activities.

Following a full graded inspection in June 2026, Five Acres High School has been judged Exceptional for Personal Development and Wellbeing, with Strong judgements across Achievement, Attendance and Behaviour, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion, and Leadership and Governance. Safeguarding was also found to be fully effective.

Inspectors recognised the deeply embedded culture at Five Acres, noting that “the school’s commitment to developing pupils’ individual character is exceptional.”

The report highlights a school where pupils feel a genuine sense of belonging, develop remarkable confidence and resilience, and leave exceptionally well prepared for adult life. Inspectors also recognised that pupils achieve highly, with outcomes in English and mathematics well above national averages, including for disadvantaged pupils.

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Waterwells Academy was delighted to welcome Alex McIntyre MP on 3 July, where he met with Members of Trust Parliament (MTPs) from Waterwells, Hillside, Hunts Grove and Widden primary schools.

After a tour of the school led by Waterwells' MTPs, pupils took part in a thoughtful discussion with Alex about AI, social media, antisocial behaviour and his vision for Gloucester.

It was a fantastic opportunity for pupils to share their views, ask questions and engage with local democracy.

Following a full graded inspection in May 2026, Yate Academy was judged to be operating at a Strong Standard across Achievement, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion, Leadership and Governance, and Personal Development and Wellbeing. Attendance and Behaviour, alongside Post-16 Provision, were judged to meet the Expected Standard, and safeguarding was found to be fully effective.

The report reflects strong outcomes for pupils, with inspectors noting that achievement is a key strength. Pupils, including those facing barriers to learning, achieve very well, with particularly strong outcomes at Key Stage 4. The curriculum was praised for being ambitious and carefully planned, with teachers’ strong subject knowledge and clear explanations supporting effective learning.

Inclusion was identified as a central strength of the school, with inspectors recognising the support in place for pupils with additional needs, including those with SEND, children in care and pupils requiring social and emotional support. Personal development was also praised for helping pupils build confidence, resilience and respect for others, supported by a wide range of enrichment opportunities.

Inspectors also highlighted the strong culture across the school, noting that pupils behave well, enjoy school, and show high levels of respect and courtesy.

This outcome reflects the dedication of staff, pupils, families and governors, and the continued support of the Greenshaw Learning Trust.

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Yate Academy Celebrates Ofsted Outcome in Latest Report Following a full graded inspection in May 2026, inspectors judged the school to be operating at a Strong Standard across Achievement, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion, Leadership and Governance, and Personal Development and Wellbeing. Attendance and Behaviour, alongside Post-16 Provision, were jud...

Wildmoor Heath Primary School has received a positive Ofsted inspection report following its inspection on 19 May 2026.

Inspectors awarded Strong Standard judgements for Early Years and confirmed that safeguarding is fully met, with Expected Standard judgements achieved across Achievement, Attendance and Behaviour, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion, Leadership and Governance, and Personal Development and Wellbeing.

The report highlights the positive impact of leaders, staff, and the wider school community, praising the school's inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum, and commitment to ensuring every pupil feels valued, safe, and supported. Particular strengths were identified in Early Years, reading, and inclusion, with specific praise for the support provided to pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils.

Pupils describe Wildmoor Heath as a "small school with a big heart" - and this report reflects exactly that.

We are proud of everything the Wildmoor Heath community has achieved and look forward to supporting the school's continued growth and development.

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Wildmoor Heath School Celebrates Positive Ofsted Inspection Inspectors awarded Strong Standard judgements for Early Years and confirmed that safeguarding standards are fully met, with Expected Standard judgements achieved across Achievement, Attendance and Behaviour, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion, Leadership and Governance, and Personal Development and....

We’re pleased to share the outcome of Sandy Lane Primary School’s latest Ofsted inspection, which took place on 21 April 2026.

Inspectors judged the school as meeting the Expected Standard in Attendance and Behaviour, Curriculum and Teaching, Early Years, Inclusion, Leadership and Governance, and Personal Development and Wellbeing. Safeguarding was found to be effective, and inspectors validated leaders’ self-evaluation, identifying Achievement as an area for further development.

The report recognises the progress made in recent years since joining the Greenshaw Learning Trust and under the leadership of Headteacher Katie Parkhouse. Inspectors highlighted strengths in curriculum development, SEND support, and the school’s inclusive culture built on high expectations and care for every child.

Staff were praised for knowing pupils well and creating a calm, supportive environment where children feel safe and can thrive. The report also reflects the school’s strong focus on personal development, early years provision, and inclusive practice.

We are proud of the progress made so far and remain committed to continuing this journey, ensuring every pupil at Sandy Lane achieves the very best they can.

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Sandy Lane Primary School Recognised for Progress in Latest Ofsted Inspection We are pleased to share the outcome of Sandy Lane Primary School’s latest Ofsted inspection, which took place on 21 April 2026.

🎶 On Thursday 18 June, the combined choirs of GLT Gloucester Primaries came together for a spectacular musical celebration at Hunts Grove Primary.

Pupils from Hunts Grove, Widden, Waterwells and Hillside each performed a selection of individual pieces, before joining voices for a choir finale featuring a Wicked medley, The Power in Me from Young Voices, and a joyful rendition of Sweet Caroline. The event showcased the talents of children from Year 3 through to Year 6, filling the venue with energy, confidence and enthusiasm.

In addition, Widden Primary had the special opportunity to perform alongside the Gloucester Dementia Choir, with whom they have been proudly collaborating and singing regularly this year.