Welcome Embsay Church of England Primary School!

Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is delighted to announce the conversion of Embsay Church of England Primary School to academy status, marking an important milestone in the Trust’s continued growth and development.

This step reflects the Trust’s commitment to providing high-quality education rooted in strong community partnerships. Establishing a permanent presence in Embsay deepens our connections within the local community and enables us to extend practical, responsive support to pupils, staff and families across the area.

Headteacher Charlotte Million Hicks said:

“Joining Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust marks a very exciting new chapter for Embsay Church of England Primary School. It brings the opportunity to work collaboratively, draw on shared expertise and innovation, and be part of a trust with a strong collective ambition; one that supports our staff to grow, enables our children to flourish, and strengthens our community." 

A Shared Vision for Excellence 

Chief Executive Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust, Jane Goodwin commented:

“We are delighted to welcome Embsay Church of England Primary School into Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. Embsay is a strong and well-respected school, with clear values and a long-established place at the heart of its community. We are looking forward to working with the school to build on these strengths, to sustain high quality education and ensure that children, staff and families are supported to flourish.”

Chief Operating Officer Justin Waters added:

“We are looking forward to working closely with Embsay Church of England Primary School as it joins Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. We will provide practical support that helps the school to thrive, strong systems and shared expertise to respond to the need of pupils, staff and families. Alongside this, we will continue to build a nurturing learning environment rooted in our shared values of respect and value, ambition and integrity.”

Why This Matters

Improved opportunities for pupils
As part of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust, Embsay Church of England Primary School pupils will benefit from trust‑wide initiatives, specialist teaching expertise and an enriched curriculum, while the school retains its strong local identity.

Long‑term sustainability and growth
The Trust’s strategic planning and shared infrastructure support long‑term financial stability, with planned investment in buildings, resources and staff development.

Stronger local collaboration
This partnership strengthens collaboration with local communities, the Diocese of Leeds and the Department for Education, helping Embsay Church of England Primary School continue to thrive at the heart of its community.