Learner Engagement

Learner Conference

Each year we invite a group of our learners from across the Trust to attend a conference, held at the University of Hull. A different cohort of learners is invited each year with a focus on different themes, including diversity, inclusion and sustainability.

In 2025, the theme was aspiration. Working collaboratively with the on-site teams from the Children’s University and the Humber Outreach Programme, the day delivered a fantastic blend of activities. A particular highlight for the learners was the chance to tour the university campus, with stopping off points including the library, sports arena, students’ union and student accommodation. They visited a number of different faculty areas, were able to experience sessions delivered in the university’s lecture theatres and had the opportunity to ask as many questions as they could think of! One of the workshops was based around student finance, learning vital budgeting skills that they would need for life as a university student.

“Each year our learner conference is excellent, with our young people leaving happy and inspired and this year was no different. This year, the tours of the university in particular were a big hit for all ages and inspired our learners to aim high and follow their dreams.’’ 

^{Lizann Lowson, CEO}

Year 11 Success Events

Our annual Year 11 Success Events, held at the University of Hull, are an opportunity for Year 11 learners to work collaboratively with their peers from across the Trust. With a focus on raising attainment in Maths and English through targeted revision and intervention, these events include a number of bespoke workshops, delivered by expert subject specialists from across the Trust. Learners receive top revision tips and strategies and focused sessions delivered by highly committed staff to ensure everyone hits their aspirational target grades. Feedback from the learners was overwhelmingly positive and the inspiring venue of the University of Hull provided a brilliant environment which set an aspirational tone for the sessions. 

“It was wonderful to see learners working collaboratively across all of our secondary schools, building confidence by working together as they approach exam season.”

^{Director of Curriculum and Standards}