Great Schools Trust Recognised as One of Top 10 Performers for Edurio Trust Value Award

Great Schools Trust is proud to announce its recognition as one of the top 10 performers for the prestigious Edurio Trust Value Award. This honour is a testament to the Trust’s dedication to fostering a strong, supportive community where staff feel valued and confident in their roles as part of the Trust.

The Edurio Trust Value Award acknowledges trusts that have excelled in creating environments where staff not only feel confident in the value of being part of the trust, but also in the alignment between their roles and the trust’s mission. The evaluation criteria for this award were based on responses to Edurio’s Trust Perception module, a key part of their Staff Experience and Wellbeing Survey.

The Great Schools Trust has demonstrated exceptional performance in key areas such as:

• Clarity of the Trust’s Vision and Values: Staff perceive the Trust’s mission as clear and motivating.
• Sense of Community: A strong feeling of belonging and being part of a larger, meaningful community.
• Trust Perception: Staff see significant value in being a part of the Trust, contributing to their overall job satisfaction and sense of professional fulfilment.

Edurio CEO, Ernest Jenavs, praised the recognised trusts, saying: “The trusts recognised this year have excelled in creating environments where staff feel confident in the value of being part of the trust. This achievement highlights the importance of a supportive community where staff feel appreciated and aligned with the trust’s mission. Congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment!"

Shane Ierston, CEO of Great Schools Trust, shared his excitement about the award, stating:
“We are deeply honoured to be recognised as one of the top trusts for the Edurio Trust Value Award. This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion of every member of our team. At Great Schools Trust, we believe that a strong, collaborative community empowers our staff, which in turn allows us to deliver the very best for our students. We remain committed to continuing to build an environment where every individual feels valued and inspired.”

This award highlights Great Schools Trust’s continued commitment to prioritising staff wellbeing and engagement, reinforcing its belief that a motivated and valued workforce is key to delivering the highest quality education for its students. The Trust is immensely proud of this recognition and remains committed to further strengthening its community and enhancing the experience for every member of its staff.