Epsom, United Kingdom
Bourne Education Trust (BET) is a successful multi-academy trust operating in the education industry, founded in 2011. With a slogan of "Transforming schools...changing lives," BET currently operates 23 schools, including primary, secondary, and specialist schools in Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The trust is designed to support schools in improving their performance, fostering a community of academies with high aspirations and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for their learners.
BET oversees the education of 13,000 pupils and employs a team of over 1,500 staff members. The organizational structure emphasizes collaboration and innovation, with schools grouped into phases and clusters to facilitate specialized and cross-phase work. Despite varying sizes, all schools have equal influence in decision-making, reflecting BET's commitment to inclusivity and fairness.
BET has a strong track record of transforming schools, with ten institutions achieving 'good' or 'outstanding' status since 2012. Central to their mission is the belief that irrespective of background, every child deserves access to high-quality education. BET actively engages with schools and communities, aiming to provide opportunities to those who may not have previously experienced them.
As an employer, BET prioritizes its people, fostering a culture of excellence across its schools to inspire confidence and belief in the communities they serve.
