Our Multi Academy Trust

St Francis' School is a proud member of the Cardinal Newman Catholic Educational Trust

“God wants us to be saints and not settle for a bland or mediocre existence.”

(Gaudete et Exsultate 1)

The Newman Catholic Trust is a growing Multi-Academy Trust with an ambition to create an educational and spiritual family where all encounter Christ, where excellence is pursued, and all children and young people are enabled to make the most of their God-given talents and live life to the full.

Courage

At Newman, we show courage in our faith and when we learn – facing challenges and overcoming adversity.

Attentive

At Newman, we are attentive to the needs of others and respond with action. We are attentive to and actively seek the presence of God in all things.

Respect

At Newman. We show respect and concern for each other, our communities, our planet and all people.

Excellence

At Newman, we challenge our students to go beyond what is expected, seek excellence in all areas and strive for the greater glory of God.

Stewardship

At Newman, we believe that it is our duty to work amongst God’s people. This means active service, volunteering and working for social justice.

We strive as a faith community, with strong governance at all levels and in partnerships with our families and communities, to unlock the God-given potential of all who work within our schools and establish Newman Trust as a beacon of excellence within education.

To learn more about our Multi-Academy Trust, please visit our trust website: www.newmancatholictrust.com for more information and contact details.

Governance

Details of current Members and the Board of Directors can be found here:

https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/13306140

You can also find details of our Trust directors here:

https://www.newmancatholictrust.com/governance

Our Schools

The Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) is a family made up of three schools:

- St Bernard’s Catholic Primary School

- St Francis Catholic Primary School

- St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School

Documentation

Details of the directors' attendance at meetings may be found here.

The articles of association may be found here.

The MAT’s policies and statutory documentation can be found here.

If you are interested in joining our trust as a Director or governor, please click here.

If you wish to learn more about the role of governors and the important role they play within our trust, please click here.

If you wish to join our team of expert teachers, leaders and educators, please click here.