Rivington Avenue, Platt Bridge, Wigan WN2 5NG

01942 487999

info@cfat.org.uk

Community First Academy Trust

A community-led education charity that works to advance education in the public interest. Trust Values: Create Furnish Achieve Teamwork

A Very Warm Welcome

Community First Academy Trust (CFAT) was established in 2013 at the invitation of Wigan Local Authority, with a clear and ambitious mission: to advance education for the public good.

At CFAT, we have always championed a unified governance structure that fosters collaboration and resilience among our schools and staff. Our approach has been built on the belief that we are stronger together, navigating challenges collectively rather than in isolation. This commitment ensures that every school and individual within our trust thrives, even in the face of adversity.

We believe that each school in a trust is unique; they serve distinct communities, and we believe they should retain their individual identities while striving to become part of a larger network of community schools.

In February 2025, Platt Bridge Community School and Kingsbridge EIP SCITT plan to  join the Achievement Through Collaboration Trust, a partnership of exceptional schools across Blackpool, Blackburn, and Lancashire, and Kingsbridge EIP SCITT. This shared commitment places children at the heart of everything we do.

The merged Trust will continue to values the unique identity of each school while fostering collaboration and shared strength within a larger community. We offer a diverse range of services, including education, teacher training, apprenticeships, research, and wraparound childcare, alongside facilities and catering management.

By investing in staff development through leadership pathways and professional qualifications, we aim to build a self-improving school system and empower every child to achieve their full potential.

Should you have any queries in the interim please contact Craig Holden Chief Operating Officer info@cfat.org.uk 

Our Schools, institutes & Designations

Website Compliance

Community First Academy Trust values the contribution that a website can make to the school. The purpose of our website is to:

  • Promote the trust and its schools and educational services.
  • Provide information to prospective parents, teachers and the wider community.
  • Act as the main communication channel between teachers, parents, pupils and school management.
  • Develop the level of pupil learning.
  • Continuously raise standards in teaching and learning.

The trust and its schools are required by law to publish certain information, such as the most recent Ofsted report, to comply with The School Information (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2018. This policy outlines the school’s terms of use regarding the creation, development and use of the school website.

To review our 2024-25 website compliance click here

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Latest News

Latest News

  • STAFF AT CFAT JOIN FORCES WITH HEALTH FIRST TO FIGHT FLU
    As we approach the season when flu outbreaks become a greater risk to us all, lots of CFAT staff stepped forward today to have their flu jabs in order to stay well this winter. This year’s program was run by Health First Occupational Health.
  • Kingsbridge Open Evening
    12th & 19th October 2016 5pm - 7pm Come and meet the team, existing and past trainees and find out more information about how to apply.
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