This consultation is now closed.

Letter sent to parents & carers - January 2026

 

Consultation on Proposed Academy Transfer

Grove Learning Trust is seeking views from our stakeholders on a proposal to transfer all Grove Learning Trust (GLT) schools into The White Horse Federation (TWHF). As a result of the academy transfer process, Grove Learning Trust would be dissolved as an organisation.

Both trusts believe that a transfer of schools to TWHF will strengthen the ability to deliver high quality education for the children and communities in Swindon, enhance operational capacity, and provide long-term stability for schools, pupils and staff.

 

Why an Academy Transfer Is Being Proposed 

The boards of both trusts have been exploring ways to:

• maintain strong educational support and school improvement capacity
• further develop leadership and governance
• increase resilience in finance, IT, estates and central operations
• provide greater opportunities for collaboration between staff and schools

Following a period of due diligence and initial discussions, both trusts believe that a transfer of GLT schools into TWHF would bring strategic and educational benefits for all members of our school communities.

 

Consultation Period 

We are now entering a formal consultation period and invite feedback from all stakeholders, including:

• parents and carers
• staff
• local community members
• local authorities
• other interested stakeholders

 

Consultation dates:
From: 1pm Wednesday 25^th February 2026
To: 9am Monday 9^th March 2026

 

How to Share Your Views 

You can take part in the consultation in the following ways:

• Email us at: feedback@grovelearningtrust.co.uk

We will consider all feedback received.

 

Next Steps 

After the consultation closes on Monday 9^th March 2026:

1. Responses will be reviewed by Trustees.
2. Trustees of both trusts will decide whether to proceed with an application to the Department for Education, seeking approval to transfer Grove Learning Trust schools into The White Horse Federation.

We are committed to being open and collaborative throughout this process. Thank you for taking the time to share your views.