New CEO For Inspiration Trust Inspiration Trust is pleased to announce that Gareth Stevens has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the trust, succeeding Dame Rachel de Souza who became the Children's Commissioner for England on 1st March. The Thetford Academy, educating 1,500 students in the town is part of the Inspiration Trust’s portfolio of schools in the county. Gareth Stevens was formerly the trust’s Secondary Director and provided support to eight secondary schools. Previously, he was the Principal of Hethersett Academy and successfully turned the school around from special measures to outstanding within two years. Under his leadership, Hethersett Academy has become one of the top performing schools in the region. Gareth Stevens said: “I am delighted to be appointed as Chief Executive and look forward to working with our family of schools to positively impact students' lives. I have the benefit of inheriting an extremely strong team from Dame Rachel and am proud to lead 14 schools at the centre of their communities.” David Tibble, Chair of Inspiration Trust, said: “After a rigorous recruitment process, we’re very pleased to appoint Gareth Stevens. Having worked with Gareth over an eight-year period I am confident that he can continue to build on the strong foundations already in place. Following the impact of Covid-19 on our communities and our students’ education, all the trust's resources will be needed to quickly aid their mental, physical and educational recovery.”
Inspiration Trust’s new CEO Gareth Stevens who has recently taken over from Dame Rachel de Souza
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES The Trustees are able to make grants from their retained funds to charities and other organisations benefitting the communities of Thetford, the villages of Croxton, Kilverstone and East Wretham.
Dame Rachel de Souza said: “The Inspiration Trust is very close to my heart and I’m pleased to be leaving it in safe hands. We have a dedicated team, committed to ensuring every child receives an excellent education. I’m looking forward to seeing the trust go from strength to strength under Gareth’s wonderful leadership. I will sincerely miss being at Inspiration Trust and wish everyone the very best for the future.”
Charities, community groups and other organizations within the area outlined who wish to seek assistance from this charity for themselves or on behalf of another, may request a grant application form from the charity’s secretary.
In addition, the trust has announced that Lord Agnew will be re-joining as a trustee. David Tibble said: “We welcome our founder back to the trust as he adds to the educational expertise, so that our trustees can help to guide Gareth and his team on the next stage of our journey. We all give Dame Rachel our deepest thanks and very best wishes in her challenging new role at this critical time.”
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