Crosby secondary school joins All Saints Multi Academy Trust

All Saints Multi Academy Trust has proudly welcomed St Michael’s Church of England High School into its family of schools.

St Michael’s is the only Church of England secondary school in Sefton. It has a proud Christian ethos and upholds the values of ‘love’, ‘peace’, ‘forgiveness’, ‘equality’, and ‘courage’, which encourages each student to grow and thrive.

From 1 April, it will change its name to St Michael’s Church of England Academy, setting a new course for growth and improvement, with a clear vision for change.

As part of this new and exciting journey, Mr Roy Bellmon has been appointed the headteacher of St Michael’s and will take up the position on 22 April.

Mr Bellmon brings extensive leadership experience, having dedicated the past 16 years to St Hilda’s CE High School in Liverpool. As deputy headteacher, he played a pivotal role in shaping the school’s culture and success, leading on behaviour and inclusion, safeguarding, and Christian distinctiveness.

Mr Bellmon commented: “I am delighted to be the newly appointed headteacher at St Michael’s Church of England Academy. This is an exciting time for the school and I am passionate about building a strong community, where high aspirations and high standards are expected for all. Our Christian vision and values underpin everything that we do, and I am driven to ensuring that every student at St Michael’s can flourish and be their very best.”

All Saints Multi Academy Trust is a unique family of schools across Liverpool, Sefton and St Helens. The school will be the fifth secondary school to join the Trust, along with its dedicated sixth form, bringing the total number of sixth forms within the Trust to three.

The Trust is sponsored by both the Diocese and the Archdiocese of Liverpool and is inspired by the ecumenical vision of Bishop David Sheppard and Archbishop Derek Worlock, who were instrumental in bringing together Liverpool’s Anglican and Catholic communities during the 1970s and 80s. Their belief that communities are ‘stronger and better together’ is central to All Saints’ vision, placing collaboration at the heart of everything it does.

Miss Heather Duggan, CEO of All Saints Multi Academy Trust, said: “We are thrilled to welcome St Michael’s Church of England Academy into our Trust and are confident that Mr Bellmon’s leadership will be instrumental in shaping the school’s future, driving meaningful and lasting improvement.

“With a strong track record of school improvement, we are committed to transforming educational experiences and outcomes for young people. St Michael’s dedication to fostering a caring and purposeful Christian community aligns perfectly with our values, and we look forward to supporting the school on its journey of growth and success.”

St Michael’s is the second school to join All Saints Multi Academy Trust this year, following Trinity St Peter’s Church of England Primary School, Formby, in February.