Up Holland High School joins multi academy trust

Everyone Matters Schools Trust has welcomed Up Holland High School to its growing family of schools.

Located in Orrell, Wigan, Up Holland High School is ‘Dedicated to Excellence’ and prides itself on the outstanding opportunities it offers to all students in order for them to develop and succeed.

This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in Up Holland’s journey toward continuous improvement and enhanced educational outcomes. By becoming a member of Everyone Matters Schools Trust, Up Holland gains access to a wealth of resources, expertise, and collaborative opportunities that will undoubtedly benefit students, staff, and the entire school community.

Mr Paul Scarborough, headteacher of Up Holland High School, said: “We are delighted to join Everyone Matters Schools Trust. 

“We are confident that we will build on our existing positive relationship with Rainford High and other trust partners. We believe it will afford more opportunities and resources to support Up Holland students in their quest to be successful and enriched learners, ready to contribute to the wider world.”

Everyone Matters Schools Trust’s founding partner is Rainford High – a pioneering school that provides an inclusive education for children within the St Helens borough.

The trust’s vision as a local multi academy trust is to invest in delivering great all-round education for the communities its schools serve. Its ethos of ‘Everyone Matters, Everyone Helps and Everyone Succeeds’ applies to everyone within the trust community.

CEO of Everyone Matters Schools Trust, and headteacher of Rainford High, Mr Ian Young, commented: “We are extremely pleased to welcome Up Holland High School into the Everyone Matters Schools Trust.

“Our commitment to educational excellence is strengthened with each new member school, and Up Holland brings a rich history and a dedication to student success that aligns seamlessly with our mission. 

“Together, we embark on a journey of innovation, shared expertise, and a collective pursuit of empowering the next generation. We look forward to fostering a dynamic learning environment, where collaboration flourishes, and every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.”

Everyone Matters Schools Trust is made up of Rainford High, Up Holland High school and Rainford Brook Lodge Primary School. Further schools are set to join the trust later this year.