HCAT Strategic Plan
HCAT Strategic Plan 2026–2029
Educate. Empower. Inspire.
Our Strategic Plan 2026–2029 sets out how HCAT will continue to build a strong, inclusive and high-performing family of schools where every child achieves and thrives.
Informed by national education reform and the ambition of Every Child Achieving and Thriving, the plan reflects our commitment to high and rising standards, inclusive mainstream provision, strong Trust-led improvement and responsible growth. It brings together educational achievement, belonging, leadership, financial sustainability and workforce development as one coherent approach to improving outcomes for children and young people.
As a Multi Academy Trust rooted in our communities, we recognise our wider civic responsibility. We will look outwards with purpose, share expertise, strengthen partnerships and support improvement across the wider education system.
Our five strategic commitments
The Strategic Plan is built around five commitments:
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Deliver exceptional education and secure strong outcomes for every learner
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Champion inclusion and develop confident, responsible and resilient citizens
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Strengthen leadership, governance and accountability across the Trust
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Secure financial sustainability and build sustainable infrastructure for responsible growth
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Invest in our people and build a high-performing, supportive workforce
The plan explains what we aim to achieve between 2026 and 2029, the actions we will take and what success will look like across our schools and the wider Trust.
It will be supported by detailed operational plans, financial forecasts and individual school improvement plans. Progress will be monitored throughout the three-year period by Trustees, leaders and governance teams to ensure that our ambitions translate into meaningful and sustainable impact.
Download the HCAT Strategic Plan 2026–2029