Marches Academy Trust is celebrating national success after two of its primary schools received prestigious Edurio Awards, recognising outstanding parent satisfaction and pupil engagement among schools across England.
Criftins CofE Primary School received both the National Parent Choice Award (Primary) and the National Pupil Engagement Award (Primary), while Tilstock CofE Primary School was recognised with the National Parent Choice Award (Primary).
The awards are based on feedback gathered directly from parents and pupils through Edurio’s national school experience surveys and recognise schools that are creating positive educational experiences and strong relationships with their communities.
The achievement highlights the commitment of both schools to providing engaging learning environments, building meaningful partnerships with families and ensuring pupils feel supported, valued and inspired to learn. Sarah Finch, CEO of Marches Academy Trust, said: “We are incredibly proud of the teams at Criftins and Tilstock. To receive national recognition based on the views of parents and pupils is particularly meaningful. These awards reflect the dedication of our staff, the enthusiasm of our pupils and the strong partnerships we have built with families to ensure every child can thrive.”
Criftins CofE Primary School was recognised for both its strong parent advocacy and the high levels of pupil engagement reported through the survey. Headteachers Nia Evans and Robert Jones welcomed the recognition: “Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make, so it is an honour to receive these awards. We are committed to open communication, strong partnerships and putting children at the heart of every decision. We thank our parents for their continued confidence in our school.”
At Tilstock CofE Primary School, Executive Headteacher Rowena Kaminski said:
“We are incredibly proud to receive this award, which reflects the strength of the relationships we have built with our parents and families. Working in partnership is central to everything we do, and we are grateful for the trust and support our school community continues to show us.”
The Edurio Awards are based on national analysis of feedback collected from hundreds of schools across England. The National Parent Choice Award recognises schools most highly recommended by their parents, while the National Pupil Engagement Award celebrates schools where pupils report particularly strong levels of interest and engagement in learning.
The success of Criftins and Tilstock reflects Marches Academy Trust’s commitment to ensuring every child receives an exceptional education in a supportive environment where they can flourish academically, socially and personally.
Representatives from both schools will be recognised at the Edurio Awards ceremony in London this December, celebrating their achievements alongside some of the highest-performing schools in the country.
