The Mead Educational Trust

30/10/2026

29/10/2026

Year 10 students from Rushey Mead Academy welcomed politician and Principal of Homerton College, Cambridge Lord Simon Woolley who is also a member of UK House of Lords 🏫

He presented reflections on his personal and career journeys 🧾especially on his childhood memories while growing up in Leicester city! 🗣️

Students listened to him speak about ambition, resilience and taking on new opportunities, leaving them feeling motivated and encouraged for their future selves. 🪄📝

One highlight of the day was when Lord Woolley was honoured to spot his ‘Social Justice Blue Plaque’ displayed in the school reception. 🔵

🗨️ “We are so grateful to experience his visit, we feel inspired!” – students and staff

28/10/2026

Rushey Mead Academy celebrates and raises awareness of Black History Month UK 🗺️

A dedicated reading list that has been put together by the school’s library to encourage pupils to read and learn, challenge thoughts and feel inspired. ✨

Students have also taken part in a Black British History quiz. One of the books from the list, ‘Black and British’ by David Olusoga , has been selected as a key reading book for student participants to identify the answers to the quiz. 📘⌨️

A massive 197 students have signed up and submitted their responses so far and all entries will receive points followed by winning prizes – we wish them all the best! 🏆

27/10/2026

Rushey Mead Academy community came together to celebrate Navratri, an annual House event in its 3rd year, hosted by the School House Leaders of Melton and Charnwood, Miss Kaur and Mr Karia. ✨🎉

The vibrant celebration featured festive music and ‘Garba’ dance and colourful, traditional attire. Students were welcomed to take part from all year groups, including school staff, families and former Year 11 students. The evening saw over 300 attendees! 🌟👏

Guests were also treated to a range of student dance performances, showcasing the hard work and dedication of student dance groups who had been preparing for this festival. 💃 🥁 🎶

A brilliant £237.91 was raised for Open Hands Trust a local charity, allowing the evening to make a positive difference beyond the school community. 🤝

Take a look at some of the photos from Navratri at Rushey Mead Academy 📷👇

22/10/2026

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21/10/2026

At the end of term we saw colleagues from across our Trust connect together for our annual professional learning event with The Mead Institute of Professional Learning 📗

Thank you to everyone who joined in, including our guest key-note speakers and marketplace organisations 🏫

15/10/2026

Many of our schools are celebrating Navratri and Abbey Mead Primary Academy finished the today by inviting families to join them for a special afternoon of music, dance and joy!

To everyone celebrating, we wish you happiness, peace and prosperity. Happy Navratri!

15/10/2026

Tomorrow is TMET Together Day, our annual Professional Learning event, hosting all of our colleagues across our Trust 🗣️

This year’s theme is ‘Living Well’, which will be reflected by our guests speakers and a selection of marketplace stalls 📋

We look forward to welcoming everyone! 📣

15/10/2026

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14/10/2026