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  • Celebrating 5 Years of Partnership
    Sep 11 2025

    This September, The Keys Academy Trust is proud to celebrate a special milestone: the 5th anniversaries of both Alder Grove C of E Primary School and Polehampton C of E Infant and Junior Schools joining our Trust. A 5th anniversary is traditionally represented by wood, a symbol of strength, growth, and lasting connection. To mark the occasion, The Keys has gifted each school a eucalyptus tree. The eucalyptus is a fitting emblem of resilience, renewal, and protection – qualities that both Alder Grove and Polehampton have demonstrated in their journeys so far.
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  • Grazeley Celebrates Ofsted Outcome
    Sep 9 2025

    The Keys Academy Trust is proud to announce that Grazeley Church of England Primary School has been rated Good in all areas following its most recent Ofsted inspection on 24 and 25 June 2025. This marks a significant achievement for the school. Inspectors praised Grazeley as “a warm and welcoming community” where pupils are thriving in a nurturing and ambitious environment. The report commended the school for fulfilling its vision of being “a loving community of courageous learners, building resilience and hope for the future”.
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  • Sonning is Outstanding
    Sep 8 2025

    The Keys Academy Trust is delighted to announce that following its recent Ofsted inspection on 8th & 9th July 2025 Sonning Church of England Primary School has been judged Outstanding in every category. Inspectors praised the school as “a highly ambitious and nurturing school” where pupils “excel” and achieve “extremely well across the curriculum.” The report highlights Sonning’s exceptional standards in the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision. Inspectors found that pupils “embody the values of love, courage, respect, aspiration and curiosity” and described Sonning as “a joyful place” where children behave with “habitual kindness” and show remarkable maturity. The curriculum was singled out for its ambition, rich opportunities for reading and debate, and inclusive approach that ensures pupils with special educational needs also thrive.
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  • Grazeley C of E Primary School Officially Joins
    Sep 1 2025

    Grazeley C oF E Primary School officially joins The Keys Academy Trust We are absolutely delighted to welcome Grazeley C of E Primary School as the 13th school in The Keys Academy Trust. Grazeley has been working closely with us over the past year, and it has been a real pleasure getting to know the staff. Their values, ethos and commitment to providing the very best for every child fit perfectly with our family of schools, so it feels wonderful to now make this partnership official. Hester Wooller, CEO of The Keys Academy Trust, said: “We are thrilled to formally welcome Grazeley into our Trust.
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  • Celebrating One Year with Uplands
    Jun 3 2025

    The Keys Academy Trust is proud to mark the first anniversary of Uplands Primary School and Nursery since they officially joined the Trust on 1 June 2024. The school has seen strengthened collaboration, professional development opportunities, and a renewed focus on delivering an exceptional education for every child. The milestone is being celebrated by staff, pupils, parents, and members of the wider Keys family. Since joining The Keys, the team at Uplands has taken part in a range of Trust-wide initiatives, including our leadership conference, wellbeing programmes and subject collaboration projects.
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  • My New Term Launches in all Schools
    May 9 2025

    The Keys Academy Trust is pleased to announce the launch of the MyNewTerm recruitment portal across all of our schools. This initiative is a key part of our People Strategy, reinforcing our commitment to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the very best staff to support the success of our pupils and schools. We aim to recruit and retain the best people through consistent recruitment processes and by valuing our current employees. We recognise our employees as our most important asset, and we understand that the quality and commitment of our staff are critical to our success.
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  • Uplands Secures Funding to Expand their Nursery
    Apr 3 2025

    The Keys Academy Trust is delighted to announce that Uplands Primary School and Nursery has been awarded a school-based nursery capital grant from the Department for Education (DfE) to expand its nursery provision. This investment is part of Labour’s new school-based nursery initiative, designed to provide high-quality early years education and increase access to affordable childcare for families. The grant will allow Uplands to expand their nursery provision and offer additional nursery places, supporting the growing demand in the local community and ensuring that children receive the best possible start in their education. The Keys Academy Trust is committed to ensuring that every child has access to an exceptional early years education, laying the foundation for future success.
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  • North Hub Equestrian Event
    Mar 24 2025

    Pupils from five schools within The Keys Academy Trust had the fantastic opportunity to visit Lands End Equestrian Centre on Thursday 20 March, where their love of learning came to life in a hands-on exciting way. During their visit, pupils enjoyed grooming horses, washing their tales and exploring the stables. They also got the chance to meet a variety of other animals including chickens, goats and even peacocks! The experience was both educational and enriching, allowing them to learn more about animal care.
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  • Welcoming Dr. Louise Ceska as a Trustee
    Mar 18 2025

    We are delighted to announce that Dr. Louise Ceska has joined The Keys Academy Trust as a trustee. With an extensive background in education, leadership, and coaching, Dr. Ceska brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to ensuring the highest standards of teaching, pastoral care, and pupil development across our schools. Dr. Ceska has had a distinguished career in secondary education, serving as Headteacher of Newlands Girls’ School, where she successfully led the school to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating. Her leadership extended beyond the school gates, as she played an active role in educational governance and advisory groups, including representing the Berkshire Association of Secondary Heads (BASH) at SACRE.
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  • Biggest Ever Football Session
    Mar 10 2025

    The Keys Academy Trust was proud to take part in The English Football Association’s ‘Biggest Ever Football Session’ on Friday 7th March, a nationwide initiative to celebrate and encourage girls’ participation in football. The event, held at Alder Grove CofE Primary School, saw 80 girls from Year 3 & 4 across the Trust come together for an unforgettable day of sport, teamwork, and inspiration. The session was supported by the Reading FC Community Trust, whose coaches delivered engaging activities designed to develop skills and build confidence. Adding to the excitement, players from the Reading FC Women’s Team made a special appearance, offering advice, encouragement, and sharing their own experiences of playing football, as well as getting involved in matches with the girls as well.
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