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December 2025

  • Spencer Primary Pupil Parliament begins a new year of change

    Published 18/12/25

    Pupil representatives from across Spencer Academies Trust came together this term for the first Pupil Parliament meeting of the 2025-26 academic year. The session marked an inspiring start to a new year of collaboration and pupil voice across the Trust.

    The day opened with a lively and engaging question-and-answer session with Fiona Hallam, Trust Head of Safeguarding. Pupils were keen to learn more about Fiona’s role and her journey within the Spencer family, asking thoughtful questions about everything from her favourite foods and holiday destinations to her love of Formula One.

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  • Broxtowe MP inspires future voters of Bispham Spencer

    Published 08/12/25

    Bispham Spencer pupils enjoyed a memorable finish to UK Parliament Week as they welcomed Juliet Campbell, MP for Broxtowe, for an engaging morning of discussion and inspiration.

    Juliet began her visit with Bispham’s School Council - made up of two elected representatives from every class, all of whom prepared speeches as part of their campaigns. Pupils were eager to share details of their current whole-school referendum on whether Labubu dolls should be allowed in school, and Juliet was impressed by their understanding of democratic processes.

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  • Ashwood Spencer celebrates achievement of IQM Flagship School Status

    Published 05/12/25

    Ashwood Spencer Academy is delighted to announce that, following its most recent Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM) Review, the academy has been awarded Flagship School Status - a prestigious recognition reserved for schools demonstrating the highest levels of inclusive practice. This achievement reflects the academy’s unwavering commitment to ensuring every child is supported and able to thrive. 

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  • Dame Alison Peacock visits two Spencer Academies Trust schools

    Published 01/12/25

    Spencer Academies Trust were delighted to welcome Dame Alison Peacock, CEO of the Chartered College of Teaching, for visits to two of its academies last week. Dame Alison toured both Chetwynd Spencer Academy and Heanor Gate Spencer Academy to see first-hand the high-quality teaching and nurturing environments that characterise Trust schools.

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December 2025