Ingignis Academy Trust

News and Events

• Friday 18 July 2025 Record-Breaking Explorer Inspires Students at The Kingsbrook School Students at The Kingsbrook School were treated to an unforgettable visit from record-breaking adventurer and motivational speaker Alex Staniforth. Alex, known for his incredible expeditions to Mount Everest and beyond, captivated Year 8 and 9 pupils with tales of his journeys and the powerful mindset needed to overcome adversity.
• Thursday 17 July 2025 Fundraising for Pancreatic Cancer UK We're thrilled to share the success of our recent Insignis Quiz Nights, held in support of Pancreatic Cancer UK. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all staff, governors, trustees, parents and friends who joined us — your kindness, generosity and fantastic team spirit raised an impressive £4,245.66!
• Thursday 10 July 2025 Celebrating the Next Generation of Teachers – SCITT Graduation 2025 We were delighted to celebrate the achievements of our 2025 SCITT graduates at a special award ceremony held at The Kingsbrook School. The event brought together trainees, mentors, school leaders, family and friends in a joyful celebration of a year filled with dedication, progress, and remarkable personal growth.
• Friday 4 July 2025 Emma Godleman of The Mandeville School Wins Prestigious ‘New Teacher of the Year’ Award at the 2025 Buckinghamshire School Awards Insignis Academy Trust is delighted to announce that Emma Godleman, Teacher of Art and Design at The Mandeville School, has been named New Teacher of the Year at the 2025 Buckinghamshire School Awards.
• Friday 16 May 2025 A Remarkable Honour We are incredibly proud to share that Gaynor Bull, Chair of Trustees, and Garret Fay, CEO of Insignis Academy Trust, were invited by the Lord Chamberlain to attend a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday 14th May.
• Thursday 27 March 2025 Year 7s Tackle New Challenges with Aylesbury Rugby Club Partnership Over the past eight weeks, students across the Insignis Academy Trust (IAT) have experienced the thrill of rugby thanks to a fantastic collaborative project with Aylesbury Rugby Club (ARFC). Year 7 students from our schools have travelled to the club's Weston Turville grounds for an engaging introduction to the sport, fostering not only rugby skills but also valuable social and personal development.
• Wednesday 26 March 2025 Insignis Academy Trust Wins Outstanding MAT Practice Award This prestigious award recognises our commitment to delivering excellence in physical education, sport, and wellbeing across our schools.
• Friday 31 January 2025 Insignis Recruitment Fair The Insignis Recruitment Fair, held on Thursday 30th January 2025 at The Kingsbrook School, was a resounding success. The event saw a hall full of enthusiastic attendees keen to explore career opportunities within the Trust’s six schools and its partner organisations.
• Monday 27 January 2025 Refurbished Gym Facility at Sir William Ramsay School
• Friday 24 January 2025 IAT Launches Exciting New Year 7 Rugby Programme We are thrilled to announce the launch of a new Year 7 Rugby programme for all IAT schools, in partnership with Aylesbury Rugby Club (ARFC) and Next Phase Academy. This 8-week program emphasizes fundamental rugby skills within a fun, relaxed, and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Thursday 5 December 2024 Wellbeing Podcast by Sanum Khan Supporting Our Teaching Heroes: New Podcast Episode with Sanum Khan.We’re committed to prioritising staff wellbeing, and our latest initiative is here to inspire positive change in schools. Tune in to a special podcast featuring Sanum Khan, a valued member of Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School and the IAT community, alongside Ed Support and Helen Webb for SecEd. Together, they explore powerful strategies to protect and enhance the wellbeing of teaching staff.* Key insights from the Education Support Index on staff wellbeing.* Expert advice on tackling challenges faced by educators.* Practical tips for fostering healthy school cultures and preventing burnout.* Coaching, mentoring, and wellbeing audits as proactive solutions.* Work-life balance hacks: set boundaries, manage time, and thrive!* Inclusivity matters: addressing unique challenges and supporting all colleagues.Listen now: https://www.sec-ed.co.uk/content/podcasts/the-seced-podcast-protecting-staff-wellbeing-in-schoolsLet&rsq
• Monday 2 December 2024 Ashmead Combined School joins Insignis Academy Trust
• Wednesday 27 November 2024 School Experience day for potential teachers School Experience Day at The Kingsbrook School, Tuesday 11th February 2025
• Friday 8 November 2024 Insignis Annual Conference 2024 On Friday 25th October 2025, all staff across Insignis Multi Academy Trust schools came together for an impactful day of personal and professional development. With over 600 staff members in attendance, the conference offered a range of workshops focused on essential skills, personal growth, and wellbeing. From managing challenges and enhancing communication to fostering a more inclusive work environment, the day was designed to empower every attendee.
• Wednesday 23 October 2024 Gareth Tuffin speaking at the Westminster Insight School Sport and Physical Activity Conference
• Thursday 17 October 2024 Insignis Autumn 2024 Newsletter
• Wednesday 2 October 2024 Princes Risborough School - New Building Princes Risborough School Unveils New Hawthorn Building, Expanding Educational Horizons
• Tuesday 24 September 2024 Tom Dean visits Sir William Ramsay School
• Friday 1 March 2024 Sir William Ramsay School joins Insignis Academy Trust 1st March 2024 – Insignis Academy Trust, proudly announced that Sir William Ramsay School joined Insignis Academy Trust in Buckinghamshire.
• Tuesday 27 February 2024 Insignis Academy Trust on BBC Breakfast - Allergy Awareness
• Wednesday 14 February 2024 Insignis Academy Trust on Galway Bay radio - Teacher training