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The Power of Education
In the heart of Pontefract, a group of nine schools are making waves in the education sector. Pontefract Academies Trust, comprising of seven primary schools and two secondary schools, was once struggling with underperformance. However, thanks to a significant shift in its leadership and culture, the Trust has undergone a remarkable transformation. Today, it stands…
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PAT Games Term 1
The PAT Games are an opportunity for our pupils to represent their school at sporting events held across Pontefract Academies Trust. To reflect on the first term of PAT Games 2023/24 Kate Wood, Physical Education, School Sport and Wellbeing Coordinator, has written our Term 1 blog: The PAT Games are a sporting extravaganza, showcasing a…
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Williams Syndrome Day
Tuesday 7th November saw The Rookeries Carleton Junior, Infant and Nursery School recognise and celebrate Williams Syndrome Day. 7/11/2023 is a date which will only occur once in a century, and this date was marked as Williams Syndrome Day as it corresponds to the area of deletion on the #7 chromosome, 7q11.23, that signifies Williams…
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Pontefract Academies Trust host a series of engaging Open Events
This week saw Pontefract Academies Trust host a series of engaging Open Events for families considering the next stage in their child’s education. These open events were aimed at pupils who will join a primary school Reception class for the next academic year. Those who attended were able to hear from the school’s Headteacher, speak…
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Pontefract Academies Trust work boost children’s attendance and achievement through teacher performances.
May and June can be particularly stressful times in schools when children are preparing for exams. It as these times, more than any, that children may need an additional reason to love going to school. At Carleton High teachers rewarded students with their take on the ‘Masked Singer’ while at Carleton Park Primary the teachers…
