<![CDATA[Cambrian Learning Trust News Feed - NEWS]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org%2Fnews%2D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:15:38 GMT Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:15:38 GMT <![CDATA[ Folly View Primary School Celebrates Opening of New Sensory Garden ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/folly-view-primary-school-celebrates-opening-of-new-sensory-garden Pupils at Folly View Primary School are set to benefit from a vibrant new sensory garden, thanks to the generosity of the local community and partners.

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:15:38 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/folly-view-primary-school-celebrates-opening-of-new-sensory-garden <![CDATA[ Remarkable Talent Showcased at Cambrian Learning Trust Performing Arts Festival ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/remarkable-talent-showcased-at-cambrian-learning-trust-performing-arts-festival On Thursday 19th March Faringdon Community College hosted the annual Faringdon Performing Arts Festival celebrating talent from across Cambrian Learning Trust schools.

]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:26:53 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/remarkable-talent-showcased-at-cambrian-learning-trust-performing-arts-festival <![CDATA[ Watchfield Primary School Praised for Inclusive Community and Safeguarding in Ofsted Inspection ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/watchfield-primary-school-praised-for-inclusive-community-and-safeguarding-in-ofsted-inspection Watchfield Primary School has been recognised for its inclusive community, strong safeguarding culture and improving outcomes following its recent Ofsted inspection.

]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:33:43 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/watchfield-primary-school-praised-for-inclusive-community-and-safeguarding-in-ofsted-inspection <![CDATA[ St Nicholas C of E Primary School Celebrates Gold Green Tree Schools Award ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/st-nicholas-c-of-e-primary-school-celebrates-gold-green-tree-schools-award St Nicholas C of E Primary School in Wantage is celebrating a significant environmental achievement after being awarded the Gold Green Tree Schools Award by the Woodland Trust.

]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:37:21 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/st-nicholas-c-of-e-primary-school-celebrates-gold-green-tree-schools-award <![CDATA[ Young carers action day ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/young-carers-action-day On Wednesday 11th March, our schools across Cambrian Learning Trust proudly marked Young Carers Action Day.

]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:38:08 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/young-carers-action-day <![CDATA[ Young Mathematicians Put Their Skills to the Test at Cambrian Learning Trust ‘Maths Feast’ ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/young-mathematicians-put-their-skills-to-the-test-at-cambrian-learning-trust-maths-feast Students from across Cambrian Learning Trust came together on Tuesday for a lively and challenging Maths Feast, designed to inspire a love of mathematics and celebrate problem-solving skills.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:38:36 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/young-mathematicians-put-their-skills-to-the-test-at-cambrian-learning-trust-maths-feast <![CDATA[ Cambrian Learning Trust Expands Catering Partnership with Dolce Across Secondary Schools ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/cambrian-learning-trust-expands-catering-partnership-with-dolce-across-secondary-schools Cambrian Learning Trust is delighted to expand its partnership with Dolce Schools Catering, as the company launched its service across three more of the Trust’s secondary and all-through schools on Monday 23rd February.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:36:37 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/cambrian-learning-trust-expands-catering-partnership-with-dolce-across-secondary-schools <![CDATA[ Thameside Primary School Achieves Bronze MyHappyMind Accreditation ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/thameside-primary-school-achieves-bronze-myhappymind-accreditation Thameside Primary School in Abingdon is celebrating after being awarded Bronze Accreditation by the MyHappyMind schools programme, recognising its strong commitment to promoting wellbeing across the school community.

]]> Mon, 9 Mar 2026 14:07:03 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/thameside-primary-school-achieves-bronze-myhappymind-accreditation <![CDATA[ Young Scientists Shine at Cambrian Learning Trust Science Fair ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/young-scientists-shine-at-cambrian-learning-trust-science-fair Young scientists from across the Cambrian Learning Trust came together this week to celebrate curiosity, creativity and discovery at the Trust’s annual Cambrian Science Fair. Held across two school sites, the event brought together primary pupils who have spent time investigating scientific questions linked to the theme of time. After completing experiments, recording their findings and presenting their work as posters, winning pairs from each class were invited to take part in the Trust finals, where they proudly shared their discoveries with expert judges and fellow pupils.

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:12:43 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/young-scientists-shine-at-cambrian-learning-trust-science-fair <![CDATA[ National Apprenticeship Week at Cambrian Learning Trust ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/national-apprenticeship-week-at-cambrian-learning-trust Cambrian Learning Trust is proud to be taking part in National Apprenticeship Week, the UK Government’s annual celebration of apprenticeships and their impact on individuals, employers and communities. This national campaign highlights the value of apprenticeships in helping people learn and earn, and in building skills for the future. 

]]> Mon, 9 Feb 2026 12:32:06 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/national-apprenticeship-week-at-cambrian-learning-trust <![CDATA[ December issue of Celebrating Cambrian ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/december-issue-of-celebrating-cambrian Please see link below to the December issue of Celebrating Cambrian.

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]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:46:12 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/december-issue-of-celebrating-cambrian <![CDATA[ Inter-School Goalball Competition ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/inter-school-goalball-competition The Cambrian Learning Trust recently hosted a series of inter-school Goalball competitions for pupils, with events held at Millbrook Primary School and Faringdon Community College.

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:43:39 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/inter-school-goalball-competition <![CDATA[ Mini Speaks Competition 2025 ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/mini-speaks-competition-2025 Year 5 pupils from across the Cambrian Learning Trust came together at Larkmead School in Abingdon last night for the annual Mini Speaks public speaking competition, an event designed to build confidence, celebrate pupil voice and showcase the talent across our primary schools.

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:53:21 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/mini-speaks-competition-2025 <![CDATA[ Shrivenham CE Primary School earns national accredit­ation for sustainable travel Modeshift STARS award ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/shrivenham-ce-primary-school-earns-national-accreditation-for-sustainable-travel-modeshift-stars-award Shrivenham Church of England Primary School is proud to announce that it has been awarded accreditation under the Modeshift STARS Education scheme in recognition of its work to promote walking, cycling, scooter and other sustainable travel among pupils, staff and families.

]]> Thu, 4 Dec 2025 13:34:47 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/shrivenham-ce-primary-school-earns-national-accreditation-for-sustainable-travel-modeshift-stars-award <![CDATA[ St Nics new kitchen open ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/st-nics-new-kitchen-open Last week saw the opening of the new kitchen at St Nicholas C of E primary School.

]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:52:45 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/st-nics-new-kitchen-open <![CDATA[ Annual Cambrian Conference ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/annual-cambrian-conference Monday 3rd November saw just over 1200 employees attending the Annual Cambrian Learning Trust Conference. Our conference is a real highlight of the year- an opportunity for us to come together from across all 18 schools to share successes, engage in high quality professional development and work collaboratively.

]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:48:24 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/annual-cambrian-conference <![CDATA[ Faringdon Community College year ten students celebrate GCSE RE Grade 9 success ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/faringdon-community-college-year-ten-students-celebrate-gcse-re-grade-9-success Faringdon Community College students are celebrating their Religious Education GCSE accomplishment, having been awarded a grade 9 – the highest grade.  

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 12:18:39 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/faringdon-community-college-year-ten-students-celebrate-gcse-re-grade-9-success <![CDATA[ Commonwealth Athlete Nerys Inspires Pupils at Charlton Primary School ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/commonwealth-athlete-nerys-inspires-pupils-at-charlton-primary-school Charlton Primary School in Wantage welcomed a very special visitor today as multi-talented athlete Nerys Pearce joined children for an unforgettable day of fitness, inspiration and fundraising.

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 12:06:39 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/commonwealth-athlete-nerys-inspires-pupils-at-charlton-primary-school <![CDATA[ Cambrian Learning Trust welcomes three new senior leaders ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/cambrian-learning-trust-welcomes-three-new-senior-leaders Cambrian Learning Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of three new senior leaders this September, strengthening our leadership team as we continue to pursue our vision “to be a Beacon of Excellence.”

]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:15:57 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/cambrian-learning-trust-welcomes-three-new-senior-leaders <![CDATA[ Longcot and Fernham CE Primary School celebrates Ofsted success with Good rating and two Outstanding areas ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/longcot-and-fernham-ce-primary-school-celebrates-ofsted-success-with-good-rating-and-two-outstanding-areas Longcot and Fernham CE Primary School, part of the Cambrian Learning Trust, is celebrating after receiving an extremely positive Ofsted report following its inspection on 1–2 July 2025.

]]> Mon, 8 Sep 2025 12:09:22 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/longcot-and-fernham-ce-primary-school-celebrates-ofsted-success-with-good-rating-and-two-outstanding-areas <![CDATA[ A Pleasing Set of GCSE /BTEC Results at King Alfred’s Academy ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/a-pleasing-set-of-gcse-btec-results-at-king-alfreds-academy King Alfred’s Academy were delighted to congratulate their Year 11 class of 2025 who achieved a pleasing set of results once more. Students demonstrated commitment, hard-work and resilience, leading to success across a  broad curriculum after five years of hard work. 

]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2025 12:51:04 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/a-pleasing-set-of-gcse-btec-results-at-king-alfreds-academy <![CDATA[ Another Year of Impressive Results for KA's 6th Form ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/another-year-of-impressive-results-for-kas-6th-form Another set of impressive results which acknowledge the dedication and commitment to hard work demonstrated by King Alfred’s students over the last two years.

]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:40:15 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news-1/another-year-of-impressive-results-for-kas-6th-form <![CDATA[ CELEBATING CAMBRIAN SUMMER NEWSLETTER ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=41 As we wrap up our first academic year as Cambrian Learning Trust, please take a look at our Celebrating Cambrian Newsletter, it includes a snapshot of highlights from some of our schools this term.

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]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:12:16 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ Watchfield Primary School Awarded National Nurturing Schools Award ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=40 Watchfield Primary School is proud to announce that it has been awarded the National Nurturing Schools Award by nurtureuk, following a rigorous assessment process last week. The award recognises the school’s unwavering commitment to nurturing the wellbeing and development of its pupils through a whole-school approach.

]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:36:57 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Character & Citizenship Platinum Awards ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=39 A wonderful evening of celebration for our Cambrian Learning Trust Character & Citizenship Platinum Award winners on Thursday 10th Juy, and honoured that the High Sheriff of Oxfordshire John May,  CVO OBE DL was with us to present this year’s Platinum Award winners with their certificates and badges.

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:24:45 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=39 <![CDATA[ ASPIRING LEADERS PRESENTATION ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=38 On Thursday 10th July we held our end of year presentations for the 2024-2025 cohort of Aspiring Leaders.

This was a celebration of the work and commitment they have shown all year towards their professional development. The programme consists of termly face-to-face focussed training/development sessions, and networking opportunities in between. Each Leader spoke for five minutes, showcasing the impact the programme has had on their subject/area of leadership.

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:20:24 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ St James' new outdoor classroom ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=37 St James have held the grand opening of their new outdoor classroom, named ‘The Cove’.

]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:48:02 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=37 <![CDATA[ Folly View Primary celebrates Ofsted ‘Good’ rating across all areas ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=36 Folly View Primary School in Faringdon, part of Cambrian Learning Trust, is celebrating after being rated ‘Good’ in all areas in its latest Ofsted inspection, which took place in May 2025.

]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:00:28 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=36 <![CDATA[ The Elms Primary School rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=35 The Elms Primary School in Faringdon, part of Cambrian Learning Trust, is celebrating a strong outcome following its latest Ofsted inspection, which took place in May 2025. The school has been rated ‘Good’ in all areas, recognising the significant progress made since becoming a primary school in 2022.

]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:19:53 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=35 <![CDATA[ Faringdon United Charity Funds Sensory Room at Folly View Primary School ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=34 Faringdon United Charity has funded a new sensory room, The Rainbow Room, at Folly View Primary School. The charity focuses on enhancing the well-being and educational experiences of children and families in the Faringdon area. https://faringdonunitedcharity.org.uk/

]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:31:15 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=34 <![CDATA[ April 'Celebrating Cambrian' out now. ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=33 The April edition of 'Celebrating Cambrian is now out.

]]> Fri, 4 Apr 2025 11:47:43 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=33 <![CDATA[ Larkmead gains Woodland Trust Gold Award ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=32 Larkmead School hosted a really successful tree planting on the 15th March. Staff, students and their families came together as a community to plant nearly 200 trees. This will not only serve in our efforts to tackle the climate crisis, but also to create a valuable learning opportunity for our students.

]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 13:19:30 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=32 <![CDATA[ Wantage Church of England Primary School OFSTED concludes ‘happy, safe, and supported’ pupils. ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=31 Wantage Church of England Primary School has been hailed as having a positive learning environment following a visit from Ofsted Inspectors. The education regulator found that Wantage has maintained high standards since being rated as "Good" in its last full inspection in July 2019.

]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:26:11 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=31 <![CDATA[ ‘Warm and Welcoming’ school receives positive SIAMS report ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=30 Pupils and staff at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, part of Cambrian Learning Trust, are celebrating the positive feedback received following a recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS).

]]> Wed, 5 Mar 2025 12:17:38 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=30 <![CDATA[ Cambrian Learning Trust and Vale Academy Trust Conclude Merger ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=29 On Saturday 1st February 2025, Cambrian Learning Trust and Vale Academy Trust officially merged. 

]]> Mon, 3 Feb 2025 13:20:05 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=29 <![CDATA[ Cambrian Annual Conference ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=28 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:09:25 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=28 <![CDATA[ Faringdon Community College students celebrate GCSE RE Grade 9 success ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=27 Faringdon Community College students are celebrating their Religious Education GCSE accomplishment having been awarded a grade 9 – the highest grade.

]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:42:26 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=27 <![CDATA[ Welcome to our new Website! ]]> https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=26 Cambrian Learning Trust is pleased to launch its new website! You are warmly welcome to explore our pages that we are working hard to populate with relevant content and news items.  

]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:04:14 GMT https://www.cambrianlearningtrust.org/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=26