Two schools in Horncastle, the non-selective academy Banovallum School and Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, have come together under the Horncastle Umbrella Trust.
In a question to The Secretary of State for Education this week, Victoria praised this innovative approach that ensures students from both schools have the best possible provision for their education.
Victoria asked,
“Two schools in Horncastle are working together in a truly innovative way, sharing their expertise under the Horncastle Umbrella Trust. Will the Secretary of State join me in congratulating Banovallum School, a non-selective academy, and Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, a selective academy, on their efforts to work together for the benefit of local children, and will she visit them with me?”
The Secretary of State responded,
“I always manage to fill up my diary after Question Time. I would, of course, be delighted to visit those schools with my hon. Friend. I welcome the fact that the non-selective Banovallum School and Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School in Horncastle are forming a joint academy trust. Collaboration is an important part of the academies programme, and we know that academies and other schools are working together up and down the country, providing challenge and support and sharing best practice and resources.”
Outside the Chamber, Victoria said:
“I want to help ensure all our young people here in the constituency have the best possible start in life.
I have already visited many local schools and look forward to visiting others over the coming months. I continue to be impressed by the dedication, passion and commitment of the teachers and other staff members who work to shape the lives of their students.
The relationship between Banovallum School and Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School under the Horncastle Umbrella Trust is one which promises to widen the horizons of students at both schools. I will continue to support their work and look forward to welcoming the Secretary of State to show her the excellent work that is being achieved locally.”