What does Vine Schools Trust do?

The Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust, established in 2013, is a Multi-Academy Trust focused on providing Church of England education in Essex and the East of England. Headquartered in Chelmsford, the trust operates a family of 21 primary schools, supporting over 4,100 children and employing between 51 to 200 staff members. It emphasizes educational, spiritual, physical, social, and emotional development within a Christian context. The trust offers operational, educational, and strategic support to its member academies, which include schools like William Martin Church of England Junior School and St. James the Great C of E Primary School & Nursery. With an annual revenue of approximately $20 million, the trust fosters partnerships with local communities and churches to enhance the educational experience and promote the unique role of each school within its community.