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Connect #24 celebrates achievement and marks a new chapter across Mulberry

We are pleased to share Connect #24, the latest edition of the Mulberry Schools Trust newsletter, highlighting news and achievements from across the Trust.

This issue marks the close of one chapter and the beginning of another. We thank our Chief Executive Officer, Dr Vanessa Ogden CBE, for 20 years of dedicated service, during which she shaped the Trust by building new schools, pioneering innovative programmes and partnerships, and establishing a national reputation for excellence, inclusion and social justice. As she moves on to her next role, we wish her every success for the future.

We also warmly welcome the five East Sussex schools joining our family and are excited to work together to strengthen collaboration and create new opportunities for all our students.

This term has been full of achievement – from celebrating the graduates of Mulberry STEM Academy with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, raising money for First Give Charity, and inspiring a love of reading during National Reading Week and World Book Day. Together, these successes reflect the dedication and talent within our schools and the legacy of Vanessa’s leadership, as we continue to build a Trust where aspiration, equality and community are at the heart of everything we do.

In this issue, you will find everyday moments and bigger achievements, from student milestones to collaborative projects and trips bringing learning to life.

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Mulberry Stepney Green Praised in January 2026 Ofsted Inspection

Following an Ofsted inspection in January 2026, Mulberry Stepney Green Maths, Computing and Science College was recognised for its strong leadership in attendance and behaviour, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment and delivering ambitious outcomes for students. The inspection reflects our school’s continued focus on high expectations, positive progress across the curriculum, and preparing every student for success in their next stage of education, training, or employment.

In the Attendance and Behaviour category, the school was rated ‘Strong’, and the Sixth Form was recognised for effectively preparing students for further education and their chosen careers. Inspectors also highlighted the strong support provided by leaders and a well-planned curriculum that includes a wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.

Inspectors also highlighted the following:

“Destinations for all pupils are consistently impressive. These are wide, varied and ambitious. The school prepares pupils to thrive in their next environment.”
“The school is a calm and orderly environment in which pupils feel safe, supported, and able to learn well.”
“Pupils make positive progress through the curriculum in all key stages.”
“Leaders have developed a curriculum which prepares students to successfully access the next stages of their education or chosen career.”
“Leaders have worked relentlessly to support pupils.”
“The Sixth Form is vibrant and purposeful.”

To find out more, visit our Ofsted page.

Mulberry Stepney Green Students Impress Mercedes F1 Delegates at STEM Graduation

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