Our cross-phase group of academies was founded in 2011 and, since that time, we have grown to our current family of 22 academies (primary, secondary, post-16 and FE) operating across 10 English local authority areas.
It is a great privilege to welcome you to Academy Transformation Trust.
I joined ATT as Chief Executive in April 2025, and I do so with deep admiration for the work already achieved across our 22 academies and a powerful sense of responsibility for what comes next. This is a trust that spans 10 local authorities and includes primary and secondary schools, special education, and our own further education provider – creating a unique and vibrant family of academies united by a shared moral purpose: to transform lives through education.
At ATT, we believe that all children and young people can learn well, no matter their starting point or background. This belief is not an aspiration, it is our conviction. We exist to ensure every individual receives a high-quality education that opens doors, broadens horizons, and builds successful futures. We are ambitious for every pupil and student, every colleague, and every family we serve.
What makes ATT truly special is our people. I am continually inspired by the dedication of our teachers, support staff, leaders, site and estates teams, office and admin staff, and the exceptional central team who hold us all together. Education is a team effort, and every role matters. I want every member of our trust to feel valued, supported, and proud of the work they do. They are the heart of our mission.
We are equally proud of the communities we serve. Our academies sit at the centre of local life, and we take seriously our role in supporting not just our pupils and students, but the families and neighbourhoods around them. Partnership, kindness, and integrity guide our work, and we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the places we call home.
In the months and years ahead, we will focus on strengthening our culture of collaboration, improving outcomes, investing in our people, and being bold in the pursuit of excellence. We will celebrate our differences, share what works, and constantly strive to do better, together.
Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. Whether you are a parent, a pupil, a colleague, or a potential partner, I hope you’ll find the spirit of our trust – its ambition, its humanity, and its belief in the limitless potential in everyone – shines through.
With warmest regards,
Mark McCourt
Chief Executive Officer
We’ve been shortlisted in two categories in the 2025 MAT Excellence Awards! Click to find out more about our nominations in Transformation & Impact and Staff Development.
Our ATT Ways help us achieve our mission of aligned autonomy, sharing best practice and building a collaborative culture across our Trust. Find out more in the videos below.
Academy Transformation Trust (ATT) is proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) to affirm our commitment to the armed forces community. The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated with fairness and respect in their communities.
We are pleased to confirm that our organisation has received the Silver Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme in recognition of our intent to support and advocate our armed forces personnel. The ERS distinguishes commitment and support from UK employers for defence personnel. The scheme bestows Bronze, Silver and Gold to employers supporting the wider armed forces community and their families. ATT is now striving to achieve our Gold ERS.
We are honoured that our family of 22 academies have all also committed pledges to advocate their support to the Armed Forces community, and to the principles of the Covenant, with each individual academy also being awarded their individual Silver ERS too. Our vision is to ensure that all children and young people, regardless of their background, fulfil their educational potential and maximise their life chances. As a charitable organisation, we epitomise working inclusively within our communities, embracing the varied localities we serve, and are committed to honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and supporting our Armed Forces community.
Click here to see ATT Armed Forces Covenant.
Read the Birmingham Armed Forces Covenant Guide.
For further information about the Armed Forces Covenant and how you can show your support please visit www.wmrfca.org
