OAK Multi Academy Trust is celebrating a remarkable milestone as three of its Leicestershire schools—Overdale Infant School, Woodland Grange Primary School, and Manor High School—have achieved significant improvements in their recent Ofsted inspections. These achievements reflect the trust’s unwavering commitment to growing great schools by delivering high-quality education, transforming young people’s futures, and ensuring a thriving learning environment despite challenging times.
Championing Excellence Across Leicestershire
These schools, each unique in their approach, have demonstrated exceptional progress in key areas such as leadership, personal development, and the quality of education. From Overdale Infant School’s ambitious curriculum and strong foundation in early years learning to Woodland Grange Primary’s outstanding behaviour and personal development programs, and Manor High School’s focus on high aspirations, academic success and clear values, the positive impact on students is undeniable.
“Our mission has always been to inspire, challenge, and support our pupils to achieve beyond expectations,” said Andrew Wilson, CEO of OAK Multi Academy Trust. “These Ofsted reports highlight the dedication of our leaders, teachers, and support staff in making real and lasting changes for our young people.”
Parents and students alike have expressed their delight at the schools’ success. “The school has transformed as part of the Trust,” said a Woodland Grange Primary parent. “My child feels supported, challenged, and excited to go to school every day.”
For staff, the results are a testament to their hard work and commitment. “We’ve worked incredibly hard to create an environment where every child can flourish,” said Hayley Holmes, Headteacher of Overdale Infant School. “Seeing that effort reflected in the Ofsted report—and in the smiles of our pupils—is incredibly rewarding.”
Students at Manor High School have also felt the impact of the improvements. “We’re pushed to do our best, and we know our teachers believe in us,” said one Year 10 student. “I feel like I’m getting the best start in life.”
A Testament to Trust-Wide Collaboration
Beyond the classroom, OAK Multi Academy Trust’s centralised support system has played a crucial role in these improvements. By providing strategic leadership, professional development, educational and operational support, the Trust has enabled schools to be more agile, effective, and focused on their core mission—education.
“Our back-office support structures allow our schools to focus on what really matters—teaching and learning,” said Wilson. “From financial stability to staff development and curriculum innovation including digital transformation, we ensure that schools have the resources they need to drive success – We really are small enough to care but big enough to make a difference.”
With a strong commitment to continued excellence, OAK Multi-Academy Trust is setting new standards for education in Leicestershire, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to achieve, regardless of circumstance.