Canonium Learning Trust
A Multi Academy Trust In Essex

A Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex

Kelvedon St Mary's is proud to be the founding school of Canonium Learning Trust, a Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex serving primary schools across the county.

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable educational trust committed to giving every child the very best education possible. Rooted in its vision, “One body, many members – flourishing together,” the Trust brings schools together in partnership so that expertise is shared, leadership is strengthened and no child is disadvantaged because of the school they attend.

What Being Part of a Multi Academy Trust Means

As a member of a Multi Academy Trust (MAT), our school benefits from:

• Strong governance and strategic oversight

• Responsible financial stewardship and transparent reporting

• Central support for HR, payroll and compliance

• Estates management and capital planning

• Collaborative school improvement networks

• Shared professional development and leadership support
  
  

The Trust Board holds overall accountability for standards, finance and risk across all academies. At the same time, our Local Governing Committee plays a vital role in safeguarding the ethos, character and community identity of our school.

This model ensures we remain locally rooted while benefiting from the strength and resilience of a wider family of schools.

Christian Distinctiveness and Partnership

Canonium Learning Trust works in close partnership with the Diocese of Chelmsford to preserve and strengthen the Christian foundation of its Church schools.

Through its principles of Opportunity, Challenge and Integrity, the Trust supports schools to provide education rooted in dignity, service and hope, enabling every child to flourish academically, socially and spiritually.

Supporting Small and Rural Schools in Essex

Many of the schools within Canonium Learning Trust are small or rural primary schools. By working collaboratively across Essex, the Trust ensures that size does not limit opportunity.

Shared systems, professional expertise and operational support provide stability and sustainability, enabling school leaders to focus on teaching and learning.

Governance and Accountability

Canonium Learning Trust is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales.

The Trust Board is responsible for:

• Educational performance and standards

• Financial management and reserves oversight

• Safeguarding and statutory compliance

• Strategic growth and sustainability
  
  

This ensures prudent stewardship of public funds and long-term security for every school within the Trust.

Learn More About Our Trust

To learn more about Canonium Learning Trust and its role as a Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex, please visit:

👉 Canonium Learning Trust – Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex
https://www.canonium.org/multi-academy-trust-in-essex