Interested in Joining Us?

Whether you are:

  • A multi-academy trust considering a merger
  • A standalone academy looking to join a larger trust
  • A local authority maintained school exploring academisation

We encourage you to get in touch to find out more about the opportunities, support, and partnership The White Horse Federation can offer. Every enquiry is treated with complete confidentiality, and we are happy to discuss your unique context and aspirations.

Inspiring Lives, Empowering Schools

At The White Horse Federation, we believe in the power of community, collaboration, and a relentless focus on school improvement. Each of our schools is rooted in its local context, yet benefits from the collective strength, expertise, and opportunity that comes from being part of a mature, values-driven trust.

Our Values and Ethos

Why Join TWHF?

Outstanding School Improvement

Our proven model delivers sustained improvement. We invest in leadership, empower staff, and ensure every school benefits from our collective expertise. “Our ambition is to inspire lives with greater opportunity and choice, closing gaps and raising standards for all.”

Tailored Support, Local Autonomy

We recognise every school’s unique context. Our regional and local structures ensure support is relevant, while schools retain their identity and ethos.

A Trust Dividend

By joining TWHF, schools access more than the sum of their parts—benefiting from shared resources, standardised best practice, and empowered innovation.

The TWHF School Improvement Model

Stable Core, Inspiring Lives

Our model is built on a stable core of standardised, high-impact practices—curriculum, assessment, professional services—combined with empowerment for schools to innovate and lead in their context.

Professional Development & Leadership

  • Access to the Trust Leaders Network, subject communities, and national qualifications.
  • Bespoke coaching, mentoring, and leadership pathways for all staff.

Collaboration & Networks

  • Over 24 professional networks and learning communities.
  • Regular opportunities for joint work, sharing best practice, and peer support.

Transparent Data

  • High-quality, shared data informs improvement.
  • Regular performance reviews and trust-wide benchmarking.

Comprehensive Professional Services

  • HR, finance, estates, compliance, and IT support—freeing schools to focus on teaching and learning.

Strong Governance

Local Governance Committees and trust-wide scrutiny ensure high standards and shared responsibility.

What Are the Benefits?

Comprehensive Professional Development

Support through tailored CPD, instructional coaching, and leadership development.

Expert Curriculum & SEND Support

Access to national experts, shared curriculum, and specialist SEND teams.

Operational Excellence

Efficient central services, robust compliance, and support for all operational needs.

Regional Collaboration

Learn from and with local schools, sharing expertise and building capacity.

The Joining Process

1 - Confidential Enquiry

All enquiries are treated with complete confidentiality.

2 - Vision Alignment 

We’ll discuss your school’s context, values, and ambitions.

3 - Due Diligence & Consultation 

Financial, governance, and cultural fit are explored together.

4 - Integration & Support 

Our team supports you at every step, ensuring a smooth transition.

Ready to Explore Joining TWHF?

We welcome conversations with schools who share our values and ambition. To express your interest or arrange a confidential discussion, please enter your email address below and our team will be in touch.