Oakfield Infant School and Oakfield Junior School Joins Smart Multi-Academy Trust 

We are excited to announce that Oakfield Infant School and Oakfield Junior School, have officially joined Smart Multi-Academy Trust, effective from 1 October 2024.  

This conversion to academy status for the schools marks a new chapter of further collaboration with Smart, building on the already established partnership between the schools and trust.  It also signifies further growth for the trust who are dedicated to providing high-quality education and innovative learning experiences across the North-East. 

Colin Lofthouse, Chief Executive Officer of Smart Multi-Academy Trust, commented:   

“We are thrilled to officially welcome Oakfield Infant School and Oakfield Junior School into the Smart Multi-Academy Trust family. This is a significant step towards further enriching the educational landscape for our pupils. 

I would also like to express my gratitude to Gail Khan Associates for their invaluable support in facilitating this transition. Their expertise has been instrumental in ensuring a smooth and successful integration.  

This is a very real and exciting new chapter in the development of our trust as we realise through growth that we are indeed better together.” 

The addition of both schools strengthens Smart Multi-Academy Trust’s commitment to high quality, bespoke education full of the best opportunities and experiences to help every child learn, be happy and ultimately successful in life.