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We are a small but growing multi-academy trust consisting of 3 primary schools in the centre of Peterborough. The Trust opened in March 2019 and currently provides high-quality education to over 1, 200 pupils.

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Issue 16 OWN Trust Update: 18th July 2024

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Today is World Mental Health Day and the theme is Workplace Mental Health. At OWN Trust, our commitment to staff is that we: Provide employees with a safe, healthy, and supportive environment in which to work. Recognise that the health and well-being of our employees are important. Provide a supportive workplace culture where individuals' healthy lifestyle choices are valued and encouraged. If you'd like to find out more, please visit our website, to discover the benefits of joining us: https://www.own-trust.education/benefits-for-staff Or contact info@own-trust.education to arrange a chat with our CEO, Lorraine Greco. Be part of our future! #Opportunity #WorkTogether #nurture #multiacademytrust #peterborough
5 days ago
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SUPPORT WOODSTON LIBRBARY We are inviting people to support Woodston Library by signing a petition as the library is at risk of closure. OWN Trust would like to ensure that the library remains open and continues to offer its services to the local community Woodston Library, located on Orchard Street, has been placed on a list of assets that Peterborough City Council is considering disposal of to save money. Residents in Woodston have launched an effort to save their local library from the threat of closure. You can support the library by: Signing the e-petition: https://democracy.peterborough.gov.uk/mgEPetitionDisplay.aspx?id=131&fbclid=IwY2xjawFfca9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZDfEwND_eAD-BHUMFxLnoLfhpGdYkydXsBGs0AYd-TAdbSZVLbm_j5i4w_aem_ecUFuWwSZI-VKvYPK9THuw 500 signatories are needed to get a full debate in the council. The petition closes on 16/10/24. Visiting and using the library - To see the opening hours, please visit: https://peterboroughlibraries.org.uk/local-libraries To find out more, you can visit the Friends of Woodston Library Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/403526218898775/
1 week ago
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It's great to see how Orton Wistow Primary School is involving parents in their child's learning by inviting parents in for a Family Learning Session. These children in Year Six and their parents look like they're having an informative and interesting time! #Opportunity #WorkTogether #Nurture
1 week ago
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BOOK A SCHOOL TOUR TODAY Are you a parent of a child who is looking to start primary school in September 2025 or do you know someone who is? You can now apply for a primary school place for September 2025. The deadline for applications is 15 January 2025. You will receive your child's school place offer on 16 April 2025. We warmly invite parents of children who were born between September 2020 and August 2021 to come and look round our schools to see how we provide children with a nurturing, supportive, and high-quality learning environment. Visit the schools' admissions pages to find out more and book on a tour: https://www.woodstonprimary.org.uk/admissions https://www.owps.org.uk/admissions https://www.nenevalleyprimary.net/admissions We look forward to welcoming you soon! #primaryschool #peterborough
1 week ago
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We are so proud of these Year 5 children from Woodston Primary School. With dedication, hard work and team work, they have won a Maths Competition! Well done and many congratulations to everyone involved. #Opportunity #WorkTogether #Nurture
1 week ago
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The synergy between the CEO and the Board of Trustees is key to a multi-academy trust's success and effectiveness. Lorraine Greco, our new CEO, has already developed fantastic working relationships with the board of trustees and with staff across the trust: "The list of accomplishments in a short period is impressive and Lorraine gained the confidence of the board as she reported on how much has been undertaken..." As Mary Chairman, the OWN Trust Chair of Trustees outlines in her article about the latest Trustee Board meeting, exciting opportunities lie ahead for the trust and its schools. If you would like to be part of our future and get involved with OWN Trust, please get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. To read more about the Trustee Board meeting, click on the link below: https://www.own-trust.education/trust-board-meeting-17/09/24 #primaryschool #peterborough #school #opportunity #nurture #educationmatters #cambridgeshire #multiacademytrusts #multiacademytrust #SchoolImprovement
2 weeks ago
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OWN Trust gives a voice to everyone who is part of the trust. One element of this is our regular Leadership Group meeting involving the CEO, Headteachers, the Director of Education, and Executive Deputy Headteachers. The latest meeting took place on 12th September and Lorraine Greco, CEO, commented: "It was a really positive leadership group meeting which enabled everyone to have a voice and work towards a collaborative and aligned approach across the trust, whilst not losing each school's autonomy." If you are interested in joining one of our leadership meetings or finding out more about our trust, please do contact us. We believe we can make a difference together and we'd love you to be part of our future! For more details, please click on the link: https://www.own-trust.education/leadership-group-meeting-12/09/24
2 weeks ago
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Our new CEO, Lorraine Greco, is featured in the local newspaper this week. Headteachers shared their positive reaction to her joining OWN Trust and Mary Foreman, OWN Trust Chair of Trustees, commented: "Lorraine has already enjoyed a comprehensive induction period with our previous CEO, the schools, and the trust central team. She has made a positive impact from the very first day of the new academic year. The Trust board is deeply impressed by her commitment to building on the values of OWN Trust bringing about further achievements and providing high-quality education for every pupil in our schools." Lorraine also commented on her new role: "I am thrilled to be taking on the post of Chief Executive Officer at the OWN Trust. The trust has the potential to be an exceptional group of schools, whilst also developing opportunities to support the wider educational landscape across Peterborough and beyond." To read more click on the link below: https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/education/new-ceo-for-peterborough-school-trust-4790969 Woodston Primary School Orton Wistow Primary School Nene Valley Primary School
2 weeks ago
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On Thursday 19th September, Peterborough City Council and OWN Trust hosted a Cream Tea event at the Orton Hall Hotel. It was a fantastic opportunity for senior leaders to welcome new colleagues, catch up with familiar faces, and meet Local Authority representatives. For more details on this event and other upcoming Peterborough Primary Headteachers' Days, please click on the link:
3 weeks ago
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On Wednesday 4th September, Lorraine Greco, the new CEO at OWN Trust, visited Woodston, Orton Wistow, and Nene Valley Primary Schools to introduce herself to teachers and TAs, set out her vision and priorities for the Trust and gain feedback from staff. "Excellence will be at the heart of everything we do. From academic achievements to extracurricular activities, we will set high standards and provide the support we need to meet and exceed them. We will celebrate our successes, learn from our challenges, and continuously strive to improve. " If you would like to find out more about the services offered by OWN Trust or meet with Lorraine to discuss future opportunities to work with the trust, please contact us on 01733 259862 or email info@own-trust.education.
1 month ago
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We hope you all had a wonderful summer. It's the start of the Autumn term and it's lovely to hear the children's excitement as they come back to into school. We look forward to sharing all the news about the schools and the Trust over the coming year on our Facebook pages: Orton Wistow Primary School Nene Valley Primary School Woodston Primary School You can also visit our websites via the following links: https://www.own-trust.education/ https://www.owps.org.uk/ https://www.woodstonprimary.org.uk/ https://www.nenevalleyprimary.net/ We hope everyone has a lovely first day back at school! #primaryschool #peterborough #autumnterm
1 month ago
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Primary School Places It's still the summer holidays, but you might already be thinking about finding a primary school for your child. Choosing the right school for your child is an important decision, whether you're looking for a Reception place or to move schools in-year. We know that you will want to research your options, and are here to offer support and guidance. A place at any one of our schools - Woodston Primary School, Orton Wistow Primary School and Nene Valley Primary School - will provide your child with a nurturing, supportive, and high-quality learning environment. We admit children from Reception up to Year 6. To find out more, please visit: https://www.own-trust.education/admissions #primaryschool #peterborough #school #schooladmissions2024_25 #schooladmissions #earlyyearseducation #EarlyYearsFoundationStage #Year1 #Year2 #Year3 #Year4 #Year5 #Year6
2 months ago

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