Happy National Leadership Day from ATT Institute! At Academy Transformation Trust, we’re proud to have an amazing team of leaders who work hard to transform lives across our 22 academies.

To celebrate National Leadership Day this year, we asked our executive leaders to nominate a school leader who has recently made a transformative impact on their setting. Check out their answers below!

Emma Owner

Principal, Iceni Primary Academy

I have nominated Emma Owner for her exceptional leadership. She overcomes many challenges associated with running a small school and has created an amazing place to learn in Iceni Primary Academy. Her warmth towards children, staff and parents ensures the children thrive at the academy. Emma always has time to support colleagues and last year provided invaluable support to me in running Beck Row Academy in the absence of a Principal. She was a professional sounding board as we overcame the challenges we faced and her dedication to the school was paramount during the Ofsted inspection. We are lucky to have Emma as part of our leadership team.

-Naomi Brown, Trust Executive Primary Principal

Louisa Pritchard

Principal, Bristnall Hall Academy

Bristnall Hall Academy has excelled under Louisa’s leadership. As well is being an innovative, highly motivated and impactful leader she is also an expert English teacher.  Louisa prides herself in knowing every child, driving their individual ambition and ensuring their success becomes inevitable.  Louisa leads by example, demonstrating the standards she expects from staff and leaders both in the academy and more widely across the Academy Transformation Trust. More recently Louisa’s leadership is influencing the wider educational sector through Bristnall Hall Academy’s involvement in the Exemplary Leadership Programme and South West 100 Programme.

-Ged Rae, Trust Executive Secondary Principal

Gemma Morris

Deputy Director of People Strategy

I have nominated Gemma because she has played an integral role in HR becoming the strongest central supporting education service in the Trust. She has been loyal to the Trust for many years and has worked incredibly hard alongside Clare Plant with shaping the structure of the team and driving forward the implementation of the new HR and payroll system. She is a real asset to ATT.

-Mo Chatra, Deputy CEO

Sabrina Khera

Principal, North Walsall Primary Academy

Sabrina has a clear and compelling vision for the future, and her ability to see beyond the present allows her to create strategies that guide her team toward success. She values the input of all of her team, recognising their strengths and building a culture where all staff feel valued and buy into the North Walsall vision. Sabrina recognises the importance of each staff member’s professional growth and facilitates opportunities for all staff to develop as teachers and leaders; recognising successes and encouraging staff to recognise their learning when initiatives may not have the planned impact. She is an inspirational leader!

-Laura Niemczyk, Trust Executive Primary Principal

Angie Skinner

Principal, Kingsmoor Academy

Angie Skinner is an exceptional leader who combines a clear vision with compassionate leadership, fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture. She leads by example, communicates effectively, and makes decisive yet adaptable choices. By prioritising the well-being and growth of both staff and pupils, Angie has created an environment where everyone feels valued and is motivated to reach their full potential. Under Angie’s leadership, Kingsmoor Academy has continued to flourish, enabling every individual to thrive.

-Angela Lymbouris, Trust Executive Primary Principal

Richard Rushton

Principal, Iceni Secondary Academy

Richard has worked tirelessly to build on the hard work of him and his colleagues last year to secure culture. Whilst the recent successful Ofsted Inspection which validated this work will rightly be seen as a highlight the sense of purpose and direction Iceni now has is palpable and a sign of true success. Richard is building his experience and shows energy and a strong commitment to Iceni in all that he does. He is open to feedback and readily seeks the views and draws on the experience of others. The benefit is not just seen in his impact but also in how his senior leadership team are developing their skills and approach which can not help but filter down into middle leaders and staff in general.

-Nicola Hood, Trust Executive Secondary Principal