2. Why did we choose to join CMAT?
Who is CMAT?
What is the impact for The Ferrers School?

3. The Ferrers School Ofsted Inspection
Following our Ofsted monitoring inspection in December 2018, the Inspector stated:
“Leaders and managers are taking effective action towards the removal of special measures. The trust’s statement of action is fit for purpose. The school’s improvement plan is fit for purpose.”

4. About CMAT
Vision
High-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities
Mission
To deliver, promote and inspire high quality educational provision in schools at the heart of their local communities so that:
Every child is a successful learner, confident individual and responsible and employable citizen
Every school is a hub for community activities, a centre for extended services and a source of immense pride for students, their families and other local stakeholders

5. Our Values Pursuit Of Excellence
By expecting this of every person, every day
Value Our People
Valuing the diversity and qualities of our staff and students
Ensuring that all students and staff feel known, appreciated and supported
Collaboration within, between and beyond our academies
Achievement For All
Ensuring that every student achieves their maximum potential
Removing barriers to learning
Providing a whole education
High-Quality Learning Environment
Providing quality buildings, engaging classrooms and excellent sporting facilities
Delivering innovative learning resources and materials
Extending The Boundaries Of Learning
Providing positive experiences inside and outside of the classroom
Securing the very best future and experiences for our students
Our Values
Pursuit Of Excellence
By expecting this of every person, every day
Value Our People
Valuing the diversity and qualities of our staff and students
Ensuring that all students and staff feel known, appreciated and supported
Committing whole-heartedly to collaboration within, between and beyond our academies
Achievement For All
Ensuring that every student achieves their maximum potential
Removing barriers to learning
Providing a whole education
High-Quality Learning Environment
Providing high quality buildings, engaging classrooms and excellent sporting facilities
Delivering innovative learning resources and materials
Extending The Boundaries Of Learning
Providing positive memorable experiences inside and outside of the classroom
Securing the very best future educational and vocational experiences for our students

6. Sawtry Village Academy
The Ferrers School

7. Our Primary Schools

8. Our Secondary Schools and Special Schools

9. Sawtry Village Academy
Sawtry Village Academy joined CMAT whilst in special measures in April 2015
Just nine months later it was taken out of special measures
Three years later the academy received a good Ofsted rating, with an outstanding sixth form
Sarah Wilson, principal of Sawtry Village Academy, will be working closely with The Ferrers School’s senior leadership team, as Executive Principal
Sawtry Village Academy

10. About CMAT
In 2017, CMAT was ranked as the 5th best performing multi- academy trust for its GCSE results in the Department for Education league tables.

11. Corby Secondary Academy
CMAT is working on an exciting project to build a brand new free school in Northamptonshire
It is proposed that the school will be built on land north of the Oundle Road and the village of Weldon, subject to planning permission
CMAT hopes to open its doors to the first set of Year 7 students in September 2020
This is a very exciting opportunity for The Ferrers School, who will be able to work closely with the new school throughout the process

12. Pledges
Pledges is an awards system which offers students a range of character building opportunities that enhance their learning and development
The Pledges system aims encourages and supports many important qualities in students, such as responsibility, expectation, intuition and citizenship, all of which are crucial for giving students employability and brighter futures
Pledges is also designed to help students meet requirements of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme up to Gold level

13. Vertical Tutoring & House System
A vertical tutoring system means tutor groups will incorporate students from each year group, from Year 7 to Year 11
This allows our students to support each other and provide positive role models for their younger peers
It also ensures students have a wider sense of school life and the different steps at each stage of their education

14. House System: Belonging Academic Families
Tutor Student Support Advisor Senior Tutor Academy Senior Leader
Students in Post 16 support students in each HOUSE
684 students in main school
170 students in each main school HOUSE
30 students of each year in each HOUSE
Approximately 3 students of each year in a Tutor group
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Within the house – the important people
How are you allocated a house – family link
Transition – joining the family
know everyone – all ages
They important part of this system is that at key point in the year , such as reports, options choices, the tutor can clearly focus on the needs of a small number of students
This ensures every child is known as an individual and is supported to achieve their best

15. Proposed Houses Students Supported by: Tutor & Co Tutors
900 Students In the Main School
Approximately 225 Students in each house
Approximately 45 students from each year group in each house
Approximately 4 Students from each year group in each tutor group
Students Supported by:
Tutor & Co Tutors
Student Support Advisor
Senior Tutor
Academy Senior Leader
We will involve the students in the setting up of the houses in Terms 4 & 5

16. Under Review: Curriculum:
Moving to a 3 year Key Stage 4 Curriculum to extend the depth of study in Core Subjects (English, Maths, Sciences, Humanities and Languages) whilst maintaining breadth of subjects choices across the option subjects in the Arts, Design and Technology, IT & Business and Sport. (Current Year 8 for September 2019, & Current Year 7 for September 2020)
Introduction of a Core Studies Curriculum which will incorporate aspects of Personal, Social, Health, Careers Education and Religious Studies for all year groups.
Under Review:
Timings of the Day, Lesson Length (50 min to 1 hour), Uniform , Catering