Education South West (ESW), a trust of eight primary schools, four secondary schools, one all through school and a University Technical College all based in Devon, are proud to announce that they have been awarded the Sutton Trust Fair School Admissions Award at the Bronze level for the second year running.

The Sutton Trust Fair School Admissions Award recognises and supports trusts and schools who are making their admissions processes fairer for disadvantaged children and helping to encourage greater levels of social mobility.

Bronze is awarded to organisations who have made changes to their wider approach to admissions to ensure that there is fair access to all pupils regardless of socio-economic background.

The trust received the Bronze level for their extensive work improving parental engagement.

Education South West believes that education makes children’s lives better and that every child has the right to achieve all that they are capable of and more, regardless of their background or circumstances.

As well as traditional academic subjects the trust also champions practical subjects and technical education. Sport, art, technology, drama and music play an important role in all ESW schools.

Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: “Everyone at Education South West is delighted that we have received the Sutton Trust Fair School Admissions Bronze Award for the second year in a row.

“We know how important strong relationships with parents and carers are and it’s wonderful to have been recognised for our work in this area.

“Social mobility is at the very heart of what we are trying to achieve and we will continue to work hard to support all children to thrive.”

Education South West schools include: King Edward VI Community College in Totnes, Dartmouth Academy, Blackawton Primary, Stoke Fleming Primary, Kingsbridge Primary, East Allington Primary and Kingsbridge Community College.