Archway Learning Trust Appoints James Higham As Chief Executive Officer

May 06, 2025•2 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Archway Learning Trust

James Higham

NottinghamE LearningEducation

Description

Archway Learning Trust has appointed James Higham as its next chief executive officer, effective from September 2025. Higham joins from his role as CEO of Transforming Lives Education Trust, bringing over 20 years of experience in school and trust leadership.

Company Information

Company

Archway Learning Trust

Location

Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

About

Archway Learning Trust is Nottingham’s biggest multi-academy trust (MAT) with 10 academies across Nottingham, Derby and Derbyshire. It educates one third of Nottingham’s children. The Trust is committed to transforming the life chances of every child and values the commitment to its staff.

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