Ceri Jones - CEO of Inspires MAT (formerly Connected Learning)

Mr Ceri Jones became CEO of Inspires MAT in September 2022. Please read his opening statement below:

‘Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world’ – Nelson Mandela.

As the new CEO of Inspires MAT, it is my passion to provide each child in my care with a learning experience that is second to none, within a learning environment which is caring, considerate and compassionate. Only when we are happy and supported can we thrive and become the best versions of ourselves – this is what we aspire to provide for all within our educational family.

As a Headteacher, national Leader of Education and Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching I believe vehemently in providing children with the very best educational experience I can. Not only through academic achievement but through experiences which will widen their knowledge of the world and open their eyes to opportunities and futures they never previously believed possible. I intend to utilise the strategies I deployed and experiences I learnt from, whilst at Chipping Hill, (ranked best primary school in East Anglia by the Sunday Times) within the trust so that each child thrives and excels in whatever they feel most passionate about.

Our goal is simple – provide each child and adult that associates with the trust I lead with the very best experiences and opportunities. Since my first day as CEO, I have focused on building a culture of respect, integrity and openness. A place where all can thrive irrespective of the part they play – this is what the Inspires MAT trustees and I believe in and will strive for each day.

Mr C Jones

Chief Executive Officer

Our Vision & Values

The new Trust Vision: 

'Fulfilling potential, fostering belief, seeking excellence'

Our vision for Inspires MAT is to provide each child with an educational, social and emotional offer that engenders them to ‘aspire to be the best we can be in all that we do’. This vision is what we strive towards and is relatable to every employee, partner, children, young adults and their families within our Trust.

Inspires MAT Mission Statement is:

In order to achieve our vision, we have the following mission statement:

• Our learners and their families are at the centre of what we do;
• All children and adults are active positive citizens within the areas they live and the school it serves.
• Our employees and partners are passionate about being the best that they can be;
• Our Trust is relentlessly focused on improvement;
• Providing all with the opportunity to improve and develop, regardless of role or responsibility
• Schools within the Academy Trust work together to ensure children receive the best possible provision and opportunities.
• Grow the MAT – sharing expertise beyond our borders

Inspires MAT Values:

Underpinning our vision and mission statement are our core values, defined by our workforce and trustees - Inclusive; Child Centred; Community Focused; Passionate; Nurturing; Enriching; Empowering.

We bring these high expectations to everything we do, and we are really excited to work with partners who share this ethos.

Inspires MAT is a company limited by guarantee and a charitable trust. Responsibility for the schools within the MAT and the funds generated by the ESFA to finance these schools are entrusted to the Board of Trustees. The Trust Board has the overall responsibility and ultimate decision-making authority for all matters within the Trust but recognises that they work in partnership with all stakeholders to provide the very best education for every child within the MAT.

Inspires MAT,

Business Centre C/o Templars Academy,

Cressing Road, Witham Essex, CM8 2NJ

Company Registration No; 8579939

www.inspiresmat.co.uk 

admin@inspiresmat.co.uk

01376518190