About the Trust

Equitas Academies Trust was formed in September 2012 and incorporates Aston Manor Academy (Secondary) and Chilwell Croft Academy (Primary). Both Academies are happy, exciting and inspiring learning environments for their children who are from a vibrant mix of cultures. The staff and Trustees have a great sense of pride in their schools and care passionately about the pupils they serve.

Chilwell Croft Academy is a rapidly improving primary, which is well supported by staff and parents alike. The Academy has had an extremely positive journey and leaders and staff place a strong emphasis on positive attitudes, high quality learning and a strong team approach. Consequently, the school has received an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’. Chilwell Croft is a harmonious community where pupils from different ethnic heritages work together well and feel safe. Aston Manor Academy serves a culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged catchment area, yet year on year produces excellent results for its very deserving students. They firmly believe that one of the key hallmarks of Aston Manor is the positive, friendly and supportive ethos which enables all of their students to make progress, both academically and in their personal development.

In their last Ofsted inspection (June 2017) they were judged to be Outstanding in all areas. In addition, their Sixth Form is one of the best in Birmingham for attainment and progress!