News – Mulberry Schools Trust

Mulberry Academy Woodside Begins Plans for Community Hub

July 21, 2025/in MAW /by admin-trust

Pupils at Mulberry Academy Woodside have started to share their exciting ideas for the redevelopment of the school’s long-disused field.

After more than 10 years of inactivity, the school is exploring how to breathe life back into the green space and transform it into a community hub for pupils and residents around Haringey.

The site has been closed due to longstanding issues with drainage and an unsafe playing surface.

Woodside students, clipboards in hand, were recently joined by local ward councillor and Haringey cabinet member for health, Lucia das Neves, as they explored the site and shared their plans for change.

Pupils’ ideas included fun and active uses of the space including strong support for a multisport pitch, a wildlife area and a building that could be used for local events and celebrations.

The school has begun surveying staff, students and parents on what they would like to see from any redevelopment and will extend this consultation out to the wider community before putting any more detailed proposals together.

Angela Wallace, headteacher of Mulberry Academy Woodside, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity to reimagine how a large space can be brought back into meaningful use for the school and local community.

“As part of our Vision 2028, we want to strengthen the ties to our neighbourhood and give back to our young people so they have safe and creative spaces to enjoy long into the future.

“Alongside the council, staff, pupils and residents, we want to start bringing these ideas together to try and create a purposeful and sustainable space that can form a key pillar of the community for many years to come.”

Sakeiva Nixon, a Year 7 pupil, said: “We loved exploring such an amazing and large space. We really want to see it being used again by the school and the local community.

“We’ve got lots of ideas that we really enjoyed discussing and we’re very excited to be a part of this project!”

Connect #22: Out now!

July 18, 2025/0 Comments/in MAS /by admin-trust

We’re delighted to share the summer 2025 edition of Connect, the Mulberry Schools Trust newsletter.

This issue celebrates the achievements of students and staff across the Trust over the past term – from fantastic Ofsted outcomes at Mulberry UTC and Mulberry Wood Wharf Primary to inspiring STEM placements, international opportunities, and creative arts performances.

It also features our first-ever Trust-wide INSET day, where over 700 colleagues came together to reflect on our vision of transforming lives together and to share effective, inclusive practice across schools.

You’ll also find powerful stories of student leadership, community projects and curriculum innovation – all demonstrating the collaboration, care and commitment at the heart of our work.

We hope you enjoy reading this term’s issue and feel proud of what we achieve together across our Mulberry community.

Use the button below to download the latest edition.

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🌟 Mulberry Stepney Green Spotlighted by Greenpower!

July 7, 2025/in MSG /by admin-trust

We’re thrilled to share that Mulberry Stepney Green has been featured in Greenpower’s latest publications, celebrating the achievements of our Goodwood Goblins and Ford Dunton teams! 🚗💨

After a fantastic season in the Greenpower Portfolio Awards, our students’ hard work, creativity, and engineering talent have been recognised nationally. These brilliant STEM ambassadors are not only building race cars — they’re also building the future!

We are so proud of their dedication and innovation, and this recognition is just the beginning of their exciting STEM journey.

📖 Read more about our teams in the official Greenpower articles below:

🚘 Goodwood Goblins Feature

🚘 Ford Dunton Feature

📲 You can also scan the QR codes on the images to explore the full stories!

#MulberryStepneyGreen #Greenpower #STEMJourney #GoodwoodGoblins #FordDunton #StudentInnovation #NextGenEngineers

Mulberry Wood Wharf Primary celebrates Ofsted success

June 20, 2025/in MWW, Trust Featured Posts /by admin-trust

We are proud to share that following Mulberry Wood Wharf Primary’s Ofsted inspection on Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th May 2025, the outcomes of the inspection were Outstanding and Good in all areas. These outcomes reflect the dedication and expertise of the school’s staff, the partnership with supportive families, and the enthusiasm, kindness and ambition of the pupils themselves.

Outstanding in Behaviour and Attitudes
Outstanding in Personal Development
Outstanding in Early Years Provision
Good in Quality of Education
Good in Leadership and Management

The report highlights the exceptional work taking place across the school. Inspectors found that:

“Pupils thrive at Mulberry Wood Wharf Primary School.”
“Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary.”
“The school fosters inclusivity exceptionally well.”
“Pupils learn an ambitious and well-thought through curriculum.”
“The school’s personal development provision is exceptional.”
Ofsted, May 2025

Congratulations to the whole school community on this well-deserved recognition.

Read the full Ofsted Report

Career Readiness at Mulberry UTC: Mock Interviews and Entrepreneurial Experience with EY Foundation

June 19, 2025/0 Comments/in MUTC /by admin-trust

At Mulberry UTC, we are committed to supporting students in developing the skills and confidence they need for life beyond the classroom. As part of our focus on career readiness and personal development, our Year 10 and Year 12 students recently took part in a valuable Mock Interview Skills Day, supported by the EY Foundation. The event gave students the opportunity to practise key employability skills such as making strong first impressions, posture and body language awareness, clear and confident communication, and structuring high-quality answers to interview questions. With guidance from experienced professionals, learners received constructive feedback that will help them approach future interviews with confidence.

Students also visited the EY offices for an engaging and inspiring careers-focused trip. During the visit, learners explored a variety of potential career paths within the business and professional services sector. They also participated in an entrepreneurial activity, where students worked in teams to create, market, and sell their own products with the aim of making a profit. This hands-on challenge helped students develop critical skills in teamwork, problem-solving, financial planning, and creative thinking.

These opportunities are an important part of the wider personal development curriculum at Mulberry UTC. Through real-world experiences like these, students are encouraged to think ambitiously about their futures and are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the workplace. Thank you to the EY Foundation for their ongoing support in helping our students prepare for the world of work!

Mulberry Academy London Dock wins national award for interior design excellence

June 9, 2025/0 Comments/in MALD /by Charlotte Sheridan

The Mulberry Schools Trust is delighted to share that Mulberry Academy London Dock has been recognised at the FIS Awards 2025, winning in the Interior Fit-Out category for its exceptional, sustainable design and craftsmanship.

Mulberry Academy London Dock wins national award for interior design excellence

June 9, 2025/in MALD /by admin-trust

Mulberry Academy London Dock wins national award for interior design excellence

The Mulberry Schools Trust is delighted to share that Mulberry Academy London Dock has been recognised at the FIS Awards 2025, winning in the Interior Fit-Out category for its exceptional, sustainable design and craftsmanship.

Delivered by Titan Interior Solutions in partnership with Kier Construction, this award celebrates the high standards of interior design and finish throughout our brand-new, purpose-built Passivhaus school. The FIS judges praised the project, noting:

“Titan completed the intricate installation of this interior fit out. Each component was completed to an extremely high standard. It was enjoyable to observe the exceptional craftsmanship.”

This recognition is a testament to the thoughtful planning and collaborative effort that shaped our school — designed not only to be environmentally sustainable, but also to inspire the students and staff who use it every day.

See page 9 in the Contractors Awards 2025 Winners and Finalists brochure here: https://bit.ly/4dQaWe6

Read more on LinkedIn here: https://bit.ly/4mUkb12

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Celebrating a year of success at Mulberry Schools Trust

March 26, 2025/0 Comments/in News, Trust Featured Posts /by Charlotte Sheridan

We are proud to share the Mulberry Schools Trust’s first-ever Celebration Report, an annual review covering the academic year 2023-2024.

CMS x Mulberry UTC: Creating Pathways into Film & TV for the Next Generation

March 12, 2025/in MUTC /by admin-trust

We are excited to share the latest update on our partnership with Creative Media Skills Institute (CMS), which is helping to inspire and support the next generation of filmmakers! In February, we announced this exciting collaboration, which is a key part of our mission to support our students with practical, industry standard training in the world of film and television. Through this partnership, Mulberry UTC students are gaining hands-on experience and mentorship opportunities from professionals at CMS, which will equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to pursue careers in the creative industries.

Recently, CMS delivered a practical cinematography workshop at Mulberry UTC, where CMS tutor and cinematographer Jackie Teboul led a session on the impact of lighting on storytelling. Students were introduced to the technical aspects of lighting, including how light placement and contrast shape a scene’s mood and composition.

This is just one example of how our partnership with CMS is creating direct pathways from Sixth Form into the creative industries. We are proud to share that CMS has already welcomed its first Mulberry UTC student onto one of their programmes this year! Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Read the full blog post from Creative Media Skills Institute here.

Her Majesty The Queen visits Mulberry Academy London Dock

February 4, 2025/0 Comments/in MALD, Trust Featured Posts /by Charlotte Sheridan

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Her Majesty The Queen visited Mulberry Academy London Dock on Tuesday 4th February, marking a historic moment for the Mulberry Schools Trust. The visit celebrated the remarkable achievements of students, the innovative design of the school’s new building, and the Trust’s commitment to empowering young people.

Her Majesty was warmly greeted by Deputy Lieutenant Morgan, Dr Vanessa Ogden, CEO of the Mulberry Schools Trust, Lutfur Rahman, the Executive Mayor of Tower Hamlets who secured the land for the school and provided financial investment, student representatives from each of the eight schools in the Trust, trustees, governors, key partners and community members. Local primary schools also joined Mulberry students and lined the entrance with flags, creating a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere.

After meeting some of the school’s key delivery partners, including Kier, Architype, Walsh, Tower Hamlets Council, the Department for Education and St George PLC, who were instrumental in designing the building with sustainability and green spaces in mind, Her Majesty toured the school’s state-of-the-art facilities and observed student-led activities, including:

Science and engineering projects: Students showcased work from the Mulberry STEM Academy, in partnership with Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd, featuring Green Power cars, Goblin cars, and robotics.
Artistic creations: Students shared cityscape-inspired artwork reflecting the rich architectural history of the local area.
Leadership initiatives: Her Majesty learned about the Global Girl Leading programme, a leadership development initiative ‘by girls, for girls,’ and viewed students’ recent contributions to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA).

Her Majesty also joined a discussion with Mulberry Academy London Dock governors and mothers from the local community, including individuals who had participated in her visit to Tower Hamlets in 2013. Highlights included a performance of To Thee I Sing by Afsana Begum, a Global Girl Leading poetry project centred on mothers and daughters, and an exhibition of the Letters to Our Daughters poetry project alongside sewing class displays.

The visit continued with a tour of the Mulberry Production Arts Academy. This unique programme, delivered in partnership with the National Theatre and The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, aims to discover, train, and empower students in technical and production arts. Her Majesty viewed the River Poem exhibition, a project commissioned for Mulberry Academy London Dock, the Genesis Theatre Design Programme based at Mulberry UTC, and student performances, including a song from Hamilton.

The day concluded with Her Majesty cutting a ribbon to unveil a community sculpture marking the formal opening of the new school, accompanied by a performance by the Mulberry Schools Trust Choir.

Reflecting on the visit, Dr Vanessa Ogden, CEO, Mulberry Schools Trust, said: “Her Majesty’s presence was a tremendous honour and a testament to the exceptional work of our students, staff and community. The day celebrated the values at the heart of the Mulberry Schools Trust: outstanding achievement for all, made possible through the power of partnerships, creativity and ambition. I would like to extend my thanks to all the delivery partners involved in the school build whose support was instrumental in bringing this vision to life.”

Lutfur Rahman, Executive Mayor of Tower Hamlets, said: “We are incredibly proud to have negotiated the land with the developer for this new state of the art school and provided financial support for its development. Our investment reflects our dedication to supporting students on their educational journeys, giving them the best possible environment to learn, grow, and thrive. This school is a beacon of opportunity, and we look forward to seeing the impact it will have on the community for many years to come.”

David Rowsell, Managing Director, Kier Construction London & Thames Valley commented: “It has been a privilege to work alongside the Mulberry Schools Trust, the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, the Department for Education, Architype, BD Landscape, Walsh, and our other key delivery partners to bring the vision for Mulberry Academy London Dock to life. The state-of-the-art co-educational school is one of the first Passivhaus schools in the UK, representing a milestone in sustainable, innovative design and construction delivery. Integrating the area’s history and local character while addressing air quality, noise, and safety challenges, the school will provide a dynamic and inspiring space for students and the wider community for many generations to come.”

Piers Clanford, Chief Operating Officer, The Berkeley Group and Chairman, St George PLC & St Joseph Homes, added: “St George is delighted to have contributed to this incredible project. Mulberry Academy London Dock reflects our shared commitment to community development and ensuring that young people have access to world-class education in an exceptional environment. The neighbourhood at London Dock exemplifies the very best in urban regeneration, combining homes, education and a public square to create a vibrant destination. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with the school, building on the career sessions we are already providing that are inspiring the next generation to work in the construction and development sector.”