Welcome to Prosper Learning Trust

 

 

Prosper Learning Trust exists to help vulnerable young people succeed against the odds. Their schools provide safe, supportive and enriching environments where every child is valued, differences are celebrated, and each learner is encouraged to achieve their unique potential.

Founded to champion young people with a diverse range of additional needs, the Trust works across the North East of England, supporting pupils to thrive in mainstream settings wherever possible, and offering specialist provision when they need a safe space to learn, grow and rebuild confidence.

Vision

 

 

Prosper Learning Trust is driven by a commitment to provide high quality teaching, a coherent and enriching curriculum, and an equality of opportunity for every young person in their care. Their mission is rooted in nurturing talent, keeping children safe, and helping them develop as informed, active citizens.

The Trust was formed to help vulnerable young people succeed, ensuring they have the same life chances as their peers. Learning is at the heart of this vision, with the belief that education is the key to long‑term success. Prosper aims to create supportive, inclusive environments where every child can thrive, grow in confidence and build resilience.

Prosper Learning Trust Values

Aspiration

 

Prosper is driven by aspiration for the young people they serve, their families, their staff and their wider community.

Resilience

 

Prosper never gives up on children, and works to build resilience so young people do not give up on themselves.

 

Integrity

 

The Trust acts with integrity in every circumstance, doing what is best for young people, being fair, open and honest, and challenging each other to live out these values every day.

 

Kindness

Kindness sits at the heart of the Trust. Staff understand, empathise and support, helping young people appreciate the importance of looking after one another.

Locations

 

Prosper Learning Trust works across the North East of England, with specialist and mainstream‑supporting provision. The Trust currently includes:

Gilbert Ward Academy

 

Princess Louise Site, Blyth, Northumberland NE24 2TS

Harry Watts Academy

 

Ramillies Road, Sunderland SR5 5JA

Mary Astell Academy

 

Linhope Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 2LW

Newcastle Bridges School

 

Drayton Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 3RU NE3 3RU

Thomas Bewick School

 

Linhope Road, West Denton, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 2LW

Get in touch

 

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