- We know that our people make a difference to the lives of our 3-16-year-olds. We want to make our schools places where great teachers want to teach, lead and build a career. Investment in the recruitment, development and retention of the best people is a top priority.
- We aim to provide professional work environments where our people have the support and tools to do a great job and push our children and young people to scale new heights in a safe and secure environment.
OUR PEOPLE MATTER
Recent news.
30
January
2026
2026
New Teaching Block Recognised at Pontefract Design Awards 2025
We are proud to announce that we have won the Environmental Sustainability Award at the Pontefract Civic Society Design Awards 2025. This award recognises projects that demonstrate a strong focus on environmental impact, social responsibility and economic performance, with clear links to the wellbeing of people and the planet. The award celebrates our new teaching block, which opened in September 2025, and marks a real milestone for our school and the wider community. It represents a meaningful investment in education and opportunity for the young people of Pontefract, now and for generations to come. The new building was designed with… Read more
13
November
2025
2025
Pontefract Academies Trust Commemorate Remembrance Day
This week, pupils and staff across Pontefract Academies Trust have honoured the annual Remembrance period through a wide range of events and activities, both within and beyond school. Pontefract Remembrance Day Parade On Sunday, representatives from across our schools took part in a parade at Pontefract’s War Memorial. Spencer and Isla, Head Boy and Head Girl from Northfield Primary School, laid a wreath on behalf of their school. Two pupil ambassadors from The Rookeries Junior, Infant & Nursery School delivered readings during the church service, representing their school with pride and respect. Many other pupils and staff attended, paying tribute… Read more