Header Image 1

The Sigma Trust

The Sigma Trust

The Sigma Trust is a local partnership of academies in north east Essex

The Sigma Trust was formally established in September 2016 and has grown to become one of the largest multi-academy trusts working solely within north east Essex. We believe in the power of collaboration to unlock every child's potential. Our network of 12 academies in North East Essex fosters a supportive learning environment where curiosity thrives and resilience is built. We consist of eight secondary schools, one primary, two junior schools, an infant and nursery school and an Initial Teacher Training Scheme.

All schools are geographically close enough to provide the necessary support and challenge to take all academies to the next level. We have a vision and values that aim to ensure that no school and no child is left behind. The Greek letter, Sigma (Σ), is used in Mathematics and IT to denote "the sum of" hence its adoption as our name and our tagline “Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts”.

The Sigma Trust now consists of over 11,500 pupils, approximately 1,700 staff and an annual income of over £100 million. Our initial teacher training scheme, Advance Teacher Training delivering the Ambition Institute ITT programme, trains approximately 60 primary and secondary trainees each year. The size of the Trust allows extensive joint working to take place and provides huge opportunities for staff and students alike.

We are dedicated to providing outstanding educational experiences by nurturing our exceptional staff and fostering partnerships with other leading institutions like Tapscott Learning Trust and Learning Pathways Trust (to name but a few). Furthermore, we actively collaborate with other organisations such as Ambition Institute, Unity Research School and Teaching Hub to provide the very best CPD and training opportunities for our staff. This commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that we remain at the forefront of educational innovation and best practices. Through these collaborative efforts we are shaping a future where every student is equipped to embrace challenges, discover their passions, and step into the world with confidence.

Our Vision

The vision for The Sigma Trust is to ensure that no child or academy is left behind. Education should foster in its learners a curiosity to discover who they are and what they are capable of, together with developing the resilience for them to test the boundaries of their abilities, and build the skills necessary to face the future with confidence.

To be "Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts" symbolises The Sigma Trust.

We believe we are stronger and more successful working together than we would be as separate institutions.

We will achieve this by:
  • Being a local family of academies that fully embrace the vision and values of the Trust.
  • Ensuring that all of our academies provide the highest standards of education, care, guidance and support.
  • Collaborating so that best practice becomes shared practice.
  • Celebrating the uniqueness and achievements of each academy.
  • Creating centres of educational excellence and innovation to transform lives.
  • Ensuring all staff thrive through access to high-quality professional learning and development.
  • Aspiring to making working for us the same life-changing experience for staff, as we have for our children, young people and their families. 
  • Working in collaboration with other stakeholders to enhance the educational experience of children and families in the community.
  • Securing financial security so that public money is well spent.
The Sigma Trust values the following attributes:
  • Integrity - be honest, transparent, trustworthy and true to your beliefs.
  • Passion - be positive and enthusiastic about what you are trying to achieve.
  • Aspiration - aim for your best and set high, realistic goals.
  • Resilience - never give up and strive to improve.
  • Accountability - take responsibility for your words, thoughts and actions.
  • Respect - for yourself, your environment and other people.

 

Please click here to access the policies/legal documents that apply to all schools within the Trust. You will be directed to The Sigma Trust website and here you will be able to view:

  • The Annual Report and Accounts for The Sigma Trust
  • Articles of Association
  • The Funding Agreements for all schools
  • The Scheme of Delegation