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Our Writing Leads came together for a valuable professional learning opportunity last week. Following the initial CPD delivered by our Trust EYFS Lead, Sue Machin, practitioners visited St. Edward's Academy, Cheddleton, to observe the writing model that Sue has developed in collaboration with EYFS practitioners at STEAC.

The visit provided an opportunity to see the model in practice and explore how it supports children's development as writers through purposeful and engaging experiences. Practitioners observed children orally composing sentences before recording dictated sentences, strengthening both composition and transcription skills. This approach closely reflects the recommendations within the DfE's Writing Framework, particularly The Importance of the Reception Year.

A huge thank you to Sue Machin and the EYFS team at St. Edward's Academy for sharing their expertise and showcasing the impact of this collaborative approach to early writing development. We look forward to seeing how these insights continue to strengthen practice across our Trust.

Thank A Teacher Day is here and today we'd like to celebrate the teachers, support staff, and school leaders across our schools in Staffordshire University Academies Trust.

We'd like to thank all our members of staff for their hard work and dedication to support our schools each and every day.

Thank you!

Today, on National School Business Leader Day, we recognise and thank the incredible support staff across Staffordshire University Academies Trust.

From our central team and business professionals to our wider support teams - your dedication, expertise, and care help our schools thrive every single day.

Thank you for everything you do for our pupils, staff and communities.

Moorgate Primary Academy were delighted to welcome Tamworth’s MP, Sarah Edwards, for a special visit this week.

Organised by proactive parent LAC member, Zoe Schnepp, the visit gave pupils the opportunity to share their recent experiences at Birmingham University and their ongoing partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Over the past three years, Moorgate has placed a strong emphasis on enriching its science curriculum — including regular visits to university labs and participation in an 18-month plastics project.

During her visit, Sarah also met with members of the school council to discuss women’s rights and how voting for women has evolved over the last century, sparking thoughtful and inspiring conversations.

We are incredibly proud of the pupils at Moorgate Primary Academy, who represented their school with confidence and enthusiasm throughout the visit.