The Sir John Brunner Foundation is delighted to welcome four primary schools into its growing family of academies, marking an exciting new chapter for the Foundation and its communities.

Cuddington Primary School, Hartford Primary School, Little Leigh Primary School and Sandiway Primary School officially joined the Foundation on 1 November 2026, bringing the Foundation family to eight academies.

The transfer follows months of preparation and close collaboration between colleagues from Create Learning Trust and The Sir John Brunner Foundation, working across legal, financial, governance and operational areas to ensure a smooth transition for children, families and staff.

Each of the four schools brings its own strengths, character and identity, as well as a wealth of expertise and experience. As part of the wider Foundation family, colleagues will have further opportunities to collaborate, share learning and expertise, solve problems together and support professional development across the academies.

Matt Snelson, Chief Executive Officer of The Sir John Brunner Foundation, said: “As a family of eight academies, we are stronger through collaboration, shared expertise and opportunity, while remaining proud of the individual character of each of our schools.

“Guided by Excellence, Belonging and Partnership, we look forward to working, learning and growing together.”

The Foundation looks forward to building on the strengths of its growing family of schools and continuing its shared commitment to enhancing and advancing every child’s life.