Laidlaw Schools Trust
Transforming Lives Through Extraordinary Education
About the Laidlaw Schools Trust (LST)
The Laidlaw Foundation is the proud sponsor of the Laidlaw Schools Trust, a multi-academy trust in North East England.
Through our sponsorship, we invest in LST’s mission to provide extraordinary education that inspires and empowers students from nursery to sixth form. The Foundation provides funding, resources, and strategic support, enabling LST to develop well-rounded learners equipped with academic excellence, strong character, and the skills to become active, responsible global citizens.
A Growing Family of Schools
The Laidlaw Schools Trust is a multi-academy trust in the North East, teaching and inspiring children from nursery to sixth form to become active, responsible and successful global citizens.
Founded in 2008 to provide extraordinary education to secondary school pupils in Newcastle, LST now supports children at 11 academies across Newcastle, Wearside and Durham.
Learn more about LST’s story.
Learn more about how we support LST.
Supporting LST
The Laidlaw Foundation’s multifaceted support for the Laidlaw Schools Trust includes:
- Providing per-pupil funding for the transformative Laidlaw+ programme;
- Investing in new schools who join the Trust;
- Sponsoring initiatives, such as digital devices and the Laidlaw Teaching and Leadership Centre.
This comprehensive support enhances teaching and learning, drives school improvement, and empowers LST communities.
Breaking Cycles, Building Futures
We are committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities for all students, recognising that many come from historically underserved backgrounds.
Our purpose is to empower each child to reach their full potential, fostering transformative learning experiences that break cycles of disadvantage and create brighter futures.
STUDENTS
6,800+
Empowering thousands of young learners across the North East, from nursery to college.
STAFF
900+
Investing in dedicated teams who create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for all students.
LANGUAGES
80+
Celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures and languages spoken by our students and staff.
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