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We also appreciate colleagues sharing their career aspirations through the survey. Following this, staff will be invited to one-to-one careers meetings to discuss goals in more detail.

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Staff testimonials 

Really enjoyed it. Thank you!

"Thank you so much for arranging the time to meet this evening. It was lovely to have the opportunity to sit and chat with our department,  something we rarely get the chance to do all together, as well as speak with other members of staff. I’m already looking forward to the next one."

"Thanks for organising this, it was nice to get together for a chat."

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Beacon was valiantly represented by P Davies, Mrs R Haywood and J B

Staff Testimonial On Saturday 7th February, I participated in the inaugural matrix parkrun. As an avid park runner who has to date completed 140 park runs, I really enjoyed the chance to run with others from across the trust as well as those from Barr Beacon. Parkrun is an international event, and it is great to be part of the park running community. The benefits go outside of just the physical and it positively impacts my mental health also. No one ever finishes a run feeling unhappy! I would actively encourage anyone to get involved in the next Matrix Academy parkrun. P Davis

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Oh yes it did!

Barr Beacon’s talented staff took to the stage for this year’s staff panto, Cinderella, and it was a truly spectacular success. Packed with laughter, dazzling costumes and plenty of classic panto chaos, the performance had the pupils thoroughly entertained from start to finish.

From the wicked stepmother’s dramatic “Boo! Hiss!” moments to the audience eagerly shouting “He’s behind you!” and a heart-warming fairy godmother transformation, the show delivered all the traditional panto magic we know and love. The Ugly Sisters stole the spotlight with their outrageous antics, while Cinderella’s journey to the ball had everyone cheering her on.

A huge well done to all the staff who gave up their time to rehearse and perform it was a fantastic showcase of creativity, teamwork and community spirit.

We can confidently say… it was a ball!

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We’re incredibly proud to announce that, through this challenge, the Matrix Academy Trust community has now raised over £25,000 for Birmingham Children’s Hospital. This incredible amount will go toward supporting life-saving care, equipment, and services for children and their families. The generosity and encouragement from our schools, families, and supporters has been truly overwhelming—and we thank everyone who donated or cheered us on.

This was more than just a physical test—it was a powerful demonstration of the values we promote across our Trust: resilience, teamwork, and belief. Although the challenge was logistically complex and physically exhausting, every step taken reflected the strength and unity of the Matrix family.

Our incredible support drivers deserve huge thanks. Their driving, motivation, and care kept us going through the darkest (and coldest) hours. Without them, this feat would not have been possible.

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