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In September 2023, Idsall School based in Shifnal, Shropshire joined the Marches Academy Trust. In the short time of joining the Trust, Idsall has grown from strength to strength and has been welcomed as very much part of the Trust’s team

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Ethos and Values

Idsall had been a Single Academy Trust since 2014. Following lots of research and collaboration, we decided we would be better together and started our journey exploring options to work more closely with other trusts and schools. This allowing us to share expertise, save on resources and secure better financial and funding opportunities. As well as allowing us to really concentrate on young people, what we offer as a school and creating more time to spend on enhancing teaching and learning.

The Marches totally aligns with what was our own ethos and values. Working with the Trust before the official transfer date was seamless, with lots of support given to the school at a time of need. We retained all of our staff and have extended our workforce promoting talented leaders, ensuring the school bounces back on its journey towards outstanding quickly.

Idsall School and Sixth Form case study | Marches Academy Trust

About Idsall School

1,300 students

Successful Sixth Form

Oversubscribed in all year groups

Being Part of the Trust's Team

In the short time of joining the Trust, Idsall has grown from strength to strength and has been welcomed as very much part of the Trust’s team, as well as benefiting from the range of expertise the Trust has to enhance our school further.

Idsall School and Sixth Form case study | Marches Academy Trust

Inclusivity and Collaboration

We are happy to share our journey with other schools who are looking for a real inclusive family of schools to work within collaboratively, The Marches Academy Trust was definitely the right choice for our school and community.

Idsall School and Sixth Form case study | Marches Academy Trust

Together We Grow

#togetherwegrow is very much the real deal, making professional decisions that puts young people and its community at the very heart of its decision-making.

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