REAch2 Academy Trust
@reach2trust.bsky.social
REAch2 is the UK’s largest primary-only trust with 62 schools. Dedicated to #AlwaysAimingHigher
A cup of coffee, a slice of cake and an opportunity to support an important cause. ☕🍰
Last Friday, families and staff at Aqueduct Primary Academy gathered for a Macmillan Coffee Morning, raising funds to support people living with cancer.
What a wonderful show of support from the school community.
Last Friday, families and staff at Aqueduct Primary Academy gathered for a Macmillan Coffee Morning, raising funds to support people living with cancer.
What a wonderful show of support from the school community.
October 2, 2026 at 4:57 PM
A cup of coffee, a slice of cake and an opportunity to support an important cause. ☕🍰
Last Friday, families and staff at Aqueduct Primary Academy gathered for a Macmillan Coffee Morning, raising funds to support people living with cancer.
What a wonderful show of support from the school community.
Last Friday, families and staff at Aqueduct Primary Academy gathered for a Macmillan Coffee Morning, raising funds to support people living with cancer.
What a wonderful show of support from the school community.
To our teaching assistants and all our wonderful support staff, we just want to say...Happy Teaching Assistants and Support Staff Day! 🎉
So much of what you do may happen quietly, but its impact is felt every day by our children, colleagues and communities.
Thank you for everything you do.
So much of what you do may happen quietly, but its impact is felt every day by our children, colleagues and communities.
Thank you for everything you do.
September 25, 2026 at 8:01 AM
To our teaching assistants and all our wonderful support staff, we just want to say...Happy Teaching Assistants and Support Staff Day! 🎉
So much of what you do may happen quietly, but its impact is felt every day by our children, colleagues and communities.
Thank you for everything you do.
So much of what you do may happen quietly, but its impact is felt every day by our children, colleagues and communities.
Thank you for everything you do.
As National Recycling Week comes to a close, we’re celebrating one of our very own young recycling champions.
A huge congratulations to Rory, from Oakfield Primary Academy who was nominated for the Young Hero - BBC Make a Difference Awards.
Across REAch2, we are incredibly proud of Rory! ♻️
A huge congratulations to Rory, from Oakfield Primary Academy who was nominated for the Young Hero - BBC Make a Difference Awards.
Across REAch2, we are incredibly proud of Rory! ♻️
September 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
As National Recycling Week comes to a close, we’re celebrating one of our very own young recycling champions.
A huge congratulations to Rory, from Oakfield Primary Academy who was nominated for the Young Hero - BBC Make a Difference Awards.
Across REAch2, we are incredibly proud of Rory! ♻️
A huge congratulations to Rory, from Oakfield Primary Academy who was nominated for the Young Hero - BBC Make a Difference Awards.
Across REAch2, we are incredibly proud of Rory! ♻️
And just like that, we’re back! 🥳
Wishing all our staff, children and families a brilliant start to the new academic year.
Here’s to a great year ahead, #AlwaysAimingHigher together 💙
Wishing all our staff, children and families a brilliant start to the new academic year.
Here’s to a great year ahead, #AlwaysAimingHigher together 💙
September 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM
And just like that, we’re back! 🥳
Wishing all our staff, children and families a brilliant start to the new academic year.
Here’s to a great year ahead, #AlwaysAimingHigher together 💙
Wishing all our staff, children and families a brilliant start to the new academic year.
Here’s to a great year ahead, #AlwaysAimingHigher together 💙
Drop Everything and Read 📚
Join us at 2pm today.
Grab your favourite book and help us break a REAch2 record.
Join us at 2pm today.
Grab your favourite book and help us break a REAch2 record.
June 19, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Drop Everything and Read 📚
Join us at 2pm today.
Grab your favourite book and help us break a REAch2 record.
Join us at 2pm today.
Grab your favourite book and help us break a REAch2 record.
Today, we’re joining schools across the country in saying a huge thank you to the incredible teachers in our REAch2 schools 👏
Every day, our teachers inspire, encourage and care for your children, helping them grow in confidence, curiosity and kindness.
#ThankATeacherDay
Every day, our teachers inspire, encourage and care for your children, helping them grow in confidence, curiosity and kindness.
#ThankATeacherDay
June 17, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Today, we’re joining schools across the country in saying a huge thank you to the incredible teachers in our REAch2 schools 👏
Every day, our teachers inspire, encourage and care for your children, helping them grow in confidence, curiosity and kindness.
#ThankATeacherDay
Every day, our teachers inspire, encourage and care for your children, helping them grow in confidence, curiosity and kindness.
#ThankATeacherDay
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NEW SERIES ALERT 🚨
In the latest episode of Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership, we speak to Cathie Paine CBE, CEO of @reach2trust.bsky.social, England's largest primary-only trust.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/BsDh1NUNkqs
Or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
In the latest episode of Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership, we speak to Cathie Paine CBE, CEO of @reach2trust.bsky.social, England's largest primary-only trust.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/BsDh1NUNkqs
Or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
June 10, 2026 at 2:57 PM
NEW SERIES ALERT 🚨
In the latest episode of Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership, we speak to Cathie Paine CBE, CEO of @reach2trust.bsky.social, England's largest primary-only trust.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/BsDh1NUNkqs
Or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
In the latest episode of Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership, we speak to Cathie Paine CBE, CEO of @reach2trust.bsky.social, England's largest primary-only trust.
Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/BsDh1NUNkqs
Or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
We are delighted to be recognised as Highly Commended in both the Staff Development and Transformation and Impact categories at the MAT Excellence Awards last night.
A huge thank you to our colleagues, schools and communities whose dedication helps children thrive every day. 💙
A huge thank you to our colleagues, schools and communities whose dedication helps children thrive every day. 💙
June 12, 2026 at 10:39 AM
We are delighted to be recognised as Highly Commended in both the Staff Development and Transformation and Impact categories at the MAT Excellence Awards last night.
A huge thank you to our colleagues, schools and communities whose dedication helps children thrive every day. 💙
A huge thank you to our colleagues, schools and communities whose dedication helps children thrive every day. 💙
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CST Governance Conference 2026 is underway in Birmingham.
Thank you to pupils from Moor Green Primary Academy, part of REAch2 Academy Trust, for opening the conference with a brilliant performance.
#CSTGovernance
Thank you to pupils from Moor Green Primary Academy, part of REAch2 Academy Trust, for opening the conference with a brilliant performance.
#CSTGovernance
June 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
CST Governance Conference 2026 is underway in Birmingham.
Thank you to pupils from Moor Green Primary Academy, part of REAch2 Academy Trust, for opening the conference with a brilliant performance.
#CSTGovernance
Thank you to pupils from Moor Green Primary Academy, part of REAch2 Academy Trust, for opening the conference with a brilliant performance.
#CSTGovernance
Wishing a peaceful and joyful Eid al-Adha to all those celebrating across our school communities.
May this special time bring reflection, kindness and togetherness with family, friends and the wider community.
May this special time bring reflection, kindness and togetherness with family, friends and the wider community.
May 27, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Wishing a peaceful and joyful Eid al-Adha to all those celebrating across our school communities.
May this special time bring reflection, kindness and togetherness with family, friends and the wider community.
May this special time bring reflection, kindness and togetherness with family, friends and the wider community.
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Don’t look at the Ofsted grade ‘needs attention’ as a sign of failure, says @reach2trust.bsky.social's Cathie Paine – this new inspection system can help school improvement, but only if we avoid falling into the same old traps
Why Ofsted’s ‘needs attention’ grade points to progress not failure
The sector needs to change how it views Ofsted grades under the new system, rather than falling into the old trap of success or failure, argues MAT leader Cathie Paine
www.tes.com
April 9, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Don’t look at the Ofsted grade ‘needs attention’ as a sign of failure, says @reach2trust.bsky.social's Cathie Paine – this new inspection system can help school improvement, but only if we avoid falling into the same old traps
Happy Vaisakhi to everyone in our community celebrating today.
A time for togetherness, gratitude and new beginnings, and a celebration of the kindness, unity and pride we see in our schools every day.
Wishing you a joyful day of celebration.
A time for togetherness, gratitude and new beginnings, and a celebration of the kindness, unity and pride we see in our schools every day.
Wishing you a joyful day of celebration.
April 13, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Happy Vaisakhi to everyone in our community celebrating today.
A time for togetherness, gratitude and new beginnings, and a celebration of the kindness, unity and pride we see in our schools every day.
Wishing you a joyful day of celebration.
A time for togetherness, gratitude and new beginnings, and a celebration of the kindness, unity and pride we see in our schools every day.
Wishing you a joyful day of celebration.
Happy Easter to all our colleagues, partners and friends across the REAch2 community 🌷
However you’re spending today, we hope it brings a bit of joy, some well-earned rest and time with the people who matter most.
#Easter
However you’re spending today, we hope it brings a bit of joy, some well-earned rest and time with the people who matter most.
#Easter
April 5, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Happy Easter to all our colleagues, partners and friends across the REAch2 community 🌷
However you’re spending today, we hope it brings a bit of joy, some well-earned rest and time with the people who matter most.
#Easter
However you’re spending today, we hope it brings a bit of joy, some well-earned rest and time with the people who matter most.
#Easter
As Passover begins, we send our warmest wishes to the families and school communities marking this special time.
May your celebrations be filled with joy, reflection and togetherness as you gather around the Seder table, share stories and honour tradition.
#Passover
May your celebrations be filled with joy, reflection and togetherness as you gather around the Seder table, share stories and honour tradition.
#Passover
April 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
As Passover begins, we send our warmest wishes to the families and school communities marking this special time.
May your celebrations be filled with joy, reflection and togetherness as you gather around the Seder table, share stories and honour tradition.
#Passover
May your celebrations be filled with joy, reflection and togetherness as you gather around the Seder table, share stories and honour tradition.
#Passover
Eid Mubarak to all our children, families and colleagues celebrating.
Wishing you a day of peace, joy and time with loved ones. 🌙
#EidMubarak
Wishing you a day of peace, joy and time with loved ones. 🌙
#EidMubarak
March 20, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Eid Mubarak to all our children, families and colleagues celebrating.
Wishing you a day of peace, joy and time with loved ones. 🌙
#EidMubarak
Wishing you a day of peace, joy and time with loved ones. 🌙
#EidMubarak
Thinking about becoming a primary teacher?
Meet the REAch Teach team at #GetIntoTeaching Birmingham on 19 March. Ask us about training to teach, funding, applications and what it’s really like to train in primary classrooms from day one.
👉Book now: getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/events/about...
Meet the REAch Teach team at #GetIntoTeaching Birmingham on 19 March. Ask us about training to teach, funding, applications and what it’s really like to train in primary classrooms from day one.
👉Book now: getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/events/about...
March 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Thinking about becoming a primary teacher?
Meet the REAch Teach team at #GetIntoTeaching Birmingham on 19 March. Ask us about training to teach, funding, applications and what it’s really like to train in primary classrooms from day one.
👉Book now: getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/events/about...
Meet the REAch Teach team at #GetIntoTeaching Birmingham on 19 March. Ask us about training to teach, funding, applications and what it’s really like to train in primary classrooms from day one.
👉Book now: getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/events/about...
Today we mark #InternationalWomensDay, celebrating 115 years of recognising the achievements of women around the world.
Across REAch2, we recognise the contribution our female colleagues make every day in shaping schools and supporting children to thrive.
Across REAch2, we recognise the contribution our female colleagues make every day in shaping schools and supporting children to thrive.
March 8, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Today we mark #InternationalWomensDay, celebrating 115 years of recognising the achievements of women around the world.
Across REAch2, we recognise the contribution our female colleagues make every day in shaping schools and supporting children to thrive.
Across REAch2, we recognise the contribution our female colleagues make every day in shaping schools and supporting children to thrive.
We’re delighted to welcome Pound Hill Infant Academy, Desmond Anderson Primary Academy and Holmbush Primary Academy to REAch2.
Based in Crawley and Shoreham-by-Sea, they now join a national family of primary schools committed to high expectations and strong outcomes for every child.
Based in Crawley and Shoreham-by-Sea, they now join a national family of primary schools committed to high expectations and strong outcomes for every child.
March 2, 2026 at 12:10 PM
We’re delighted to welcome Pound Hill Infant Academy, Desmond Anderson Primary Academy and Holmbush Primary Academy to REAch2.
Based in Crawley and Shoreham-by-Sea, they now join a national family of primary schools committed to high expectations and strong outcomes for every child.
Based in Crawley and Shoreham-by-Sea, they now join a national family of primary schools committed to high expectations and strong outcomes for every child.
#RamadanMubarak to all observing across our REAch2 community 🌙
May this special time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring joy, inspiration, and renewed purpose to everyone 💙
May this special time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring joy, inspiration, and renewed purpose to everyone 💙
February 18, 2026 at 9:15 AM
#RamadanMubarak to all observing across our REAch2 community 🌙
May this special time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring joy, inspiration, and renewed purpose to everyone 💙
May this special time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring joy, inspiration, and renewed purpose to everyone 💙
Wishing a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year to our children, families and staff.
A time for togetherness and new beginnings. We hope the year ahead brings good health, happiness and plenty of moments to share with loved ones.
#chinesenewyear
A time for togetherness and new beginnings. We hope the year ahead brings good health, happiness and plenty of moments to share with loved ones.
#chinesenewyear
February 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Wishing a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year to our children, families and staff.
A time for togetherness and new beginnings. We hope the year ahead brings good health, happiness and plenty of moments to share with loved ones.
#chinesenewyear
A time for togetherness and new beginnings. We hope the year ahead brings good health, happiness and plenty of moments to share with loved ones.
#chinesenewyear
Warm wishes for Maha Shivaratri to all in our REAch2 community who are observing.
A moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope.
Wishing peace, positivity and meaningful time with loved ones to all observing. 🕉️
A moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope.
Wishing peace, positivity and meaningful time with loved ones to all observing. 🕉️
February 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Warm wishes for Maha Shivaratri to all in our REAch2 community who are observing.
A moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope.
Wishing peace, positivity and meaningful time with loved ones to all observing. 🕉️
A moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope.
Wishing peace, positivity and meaningful time with loved ones to all observing. 🕉️
Happy Half Term! 🎉
Wishing all our REAch2 families, staff, and children a fun, restful, and safe break.
Recharge, enjoy some quality time, and we’ll see you back in school ready to keep Always Aiming Higher! 💙
Wishing all our REAch2 families, staff, and children a fun, restful, and safe break.
Recharge, enjoy some quality time, and we’ll see you back in school ready to keep Always Aiming Higher! 💙
February 13, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Happy Half Term! 🎉
Wishing all our REAch2 families, staff, and children a fun, restful, and safe break.
Recharge, enjoy some quality time, and we’ll see you back in school ready to keep Always Aiming Higher! 💙
Wishing all our REAch2 families, staff, and children a fun, restful, and safe break.
Recharge, enjoy some quality time, and we’ll see you back in school ready to keep Always Aiming Higher! 💙
A big thank you to our governors and trustees across REAch2 on National School Governors’ Awareness Day.
Your time, commitment and support make a real difference to our schools and to the children we serve.
Interested in becoming a school governor? 🔗 on.reach2.org/gov
Your time, commitment and support make a real difference to our schools and to the children we serve.
Interested in becoming a school governor? 🔗 on.reach2.org/gov
February 12, 2026 at 8:02 AM
A big thank you to our governors and trustees across REAch2 on National School Governors’ Awareness Day.
Your time, commitment and support make a real difference to our schools and to the children we serve.
Interested in becoming a school governor? 🔗 on.reach2.org/gov
Your time, commitment and support make a real difference to our schools and to the children we serve.
Interested in becoming a school governor? 🔗 on.reach2.org/gov
It’s National Apprenticeship Week
Across REAch2, colleagues are building skills, confidence and new career opportunities through apprenticeships, learning that connects directly to their roles.
We are proud of the learning happening across our trust.
#Nationalapprenticeshipweek
Across REAch2, colleagues are building skills, confidence and new career opportunities through apprenticeships, learning that connects directly to their roles.
We are proud of the learning happening across our trust.
#Nationalapprenticeshipweek
February 9, 2026 at 2:03 PM
It’s National Apprenticeship Week
Across REAch2, colleagues are building skills, confidence and new career opportunities through apprenticeships, learning that connects directly to their roles.
We are proud of the learning happening across our trust.
#Nationalapprenticeshipweek
Across REAch2, colleagues are building skills, confidence and new career opportunities through apprenticeships, learning that connects directly to their roles.
We are proud of the learning happening across our trust.
#Nationalapprenticeshipweek
Today we’re marking the start of #ChildrensMentalHeathWeek 💛
In REAch2 schools, we see every day how important it is for children to feel safe, included and happy to come to school. When children feel they belong, they grow in confidence and feel more able to share what’s on their mind.
In REAch2 schools, we see every day how important it is for children to feel safe, included and happy to come to school. When children feel they belong, they grow in confidence and feel more able to share what’s on their mind.
February 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Today we’re marking the start of #ChildrensMentalHeathWeek 💛
In REAch2 schools, we see every day how important it is for children to feel safe, included and happy to come to school. When children feel they belong, they grow in confidence and feel more able to share what’s on their mind.
In REAch2 schools, we see every day how important it is for children to feel safe, included and happy to come to school. When children feel they belong, they grow in confidence and feel more able to share what’s on their mind.