Thomas Gray Primary School Headteacher Nominated for Prestigious National Diversity Award
Published 22/05/25
Thomas Gray Primary School's Headteacher Rachael Rimmer has been Nominated for a Prestigious National Diversity Award
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Read MoreSuccess at the Business of Science Innovation Awards 2025
Published 21/05/25We were thrilled to participate in this year's Business of Science Conference in Liverpool, with four innovative projects from schools across the Northern Schools Trust nominated for the Business of Science Innovation Awards.
What is the Business of Science Conference?
The Business of Science conference sees business leaders, industrialists, academics, and policymakers explore the latest opportunities and challenges in the business of science. The organisation brings industry professionals together with school students to help nurture scientific ideas that could become the
innovations of tomorrow. Find out more here.
The event was also supported by several Sixth Form students from the Baltic Research Institute - the world's only student-led research institute made up of students from Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School located in the Baltic Triangle.
We were pleased to have four innovative projects from across the Norhern Schools Trust shortlisted as finalists for the Innovation Award.
What are the Business of Science Innovation Awards?
The Business of Science Innovation Awards is a competition that celebrates and rewards scientific advancements and innovations that address real-world challenges. It recognises individuals, organisations, and businesses that are dedicated to innovation, particularly those in the UK. The awards aim to inspire and encourage further scientific and innovative ideas that can lead to new products, services, and solutions. This exciting competition celebrates the power of science to solve real-world challenges. From tackling global issues like water scarcity and plastic pollution to solving local problems like improving home recycling.
Find out more here.
Primary School Category
Entries ‘Recycling Robby’ from Roscoe Primary School and ‘Dissolving Dog Poo Spray’ from Four Oaks Primary School were represented through display posters and video presentations. Although their Year 6 creators were unable to attend in person due to their SATs, their ideas were clearly communicated and well received by attendees.
Secondary School Category
In the Secondary School category, two outstanding projects from Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School were shortlisted: ‘Sea Sparkles’ from Year 9 students and ‘Bio Clamp’ from Year 10 students. Both teams attended the event and had the opportunity to present their work directly to delegates and judges.
We are pleased to announce that ‘Bio Clamp’, developed by Shaza, was selected as the winner of the Secondary Innovation Award. Her work truly stood out due to being both feasible, genuinely innovative and having the potential to help a lot of people. Shaza also received £1000 to spend on her project and we are excited to see how she continues to develop this brilliant idea.
Pre-Conference Leadership Awards 2025
Steve Bennett hosted a pre-conference dinner during which the Business of Science Leadership awards were presented. A range of leaders from across science business and education were recognised, including Liverpool Life Sciences UTC's John Dyer and Sarah Linkman for their for their continued support and contributions to the conference.
The award recognises their ongoing support of the Skills agenda and Innovation Awards. Since the second conference in Manchester in 2017, they have brought groups of students from Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School to present their innovative ideas and network with a range of science business people even travelling all the way to Edinburgh when the conference was held there in 2022.
Business of Science Conference 2022 Edinburgh
We thank the Business of Science Conference for the continued support and look forward to next years awards.
Read MoreLiverpool Life Sciences UTC – BRI Journal
Published 16/05/25A fascinating dive into the research carried out by students in the Baltic Research Institute at Liverpool Life Sciences UTC.
Read MoreNorthern Schools Trust Celebrates British Science Week 2025
Published 09/04/25British Science Week 2025 was an incredible celebration of science, innovation, and discovery across the Northern Schools Trust involving students from Liverpool Life Sciences UTC, North Liverpool Academy, The Studio Liverpool, and our Primary Schools Four Oaks Primary, Roscoe Primary, New Park Primary and Thomas Gray Primary.
Read MoreNorthern Schools Trust Chess Tournament
Published 12/03/25Northern Schools Trust Chess Tournament: A Celebration of Strategy and Skill
Read MoreRoscoe Primary School's Butterfly Forest officially opens
Published 27/02/25Roscoe Primary School's woodland area has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from an overgrown and unsafe space into a vibrant outdoor learning environment for pupils and the wider community.
Read MoreNST CPD Day: Exceeding Expectations
Published 07/01/25On the last Friday of December 2024, the Northern Schools Trust welcomed all staff for the final CPD Day of the year at the North Liverpool Academy.
Read MoreOne Vision of NST: A CPD Day of Inspiration and Collaboration
Published 08/08/24On the last Friday of June, colleagues and educators from across the trust gathered at North Liverpool Academy for a day of professional development. The CPD Day’s theme was "One Vision – The Future of NST," and designed to share best practices, and align on a vision for the future.
A Warm Welcome
The day began with a warm welcome as attendees arrived, greeted by coffee and a breakfast spread. This initial gathering allowed colleagues from various schools to reconnect and catch up.
Nigel Ward kicked off the day with a heartfelt welcome and introduction, setting the tone with his emphasis on the significance of the trust's shared vision. Following him, our new Chief Education Officer Paul Smith provided an insightful session on "Our Educational Philosophy," highlighting the importance of fostering a nurturing and challenging environment for all students.
Raising Aspirations
Paul Smith introduced himself and spoke about his journey from a student to where he is today using his early career as a case study, emphasising that a child's aspirations are affected by the roles you have in your immediate environment. He shared the importance of letting children expand their horizons and experience professionals in many fields.
Paul Smith, Mark Robinson, and Ian Mooney then introduced the "Raising Aspirations Programme," underscoring the trust's commitment to broadening students' horizons and empowering them to achieve their full potential.
Read MoreA Week in the Marketing Team: Work Experience
Published 12/06/24The Northern Schools Trust (NST) Marketing Team recently hosted a group of work experience students from North Liverpool Academy.
The 5-Day Challenge
Over five days, these students embarked on a digital marketing campaign challenge. They were each given a school part of the NST to focus their work on. Their mission was to create a fresh and engaging campaign to highlight their school's unique offering and attract new students.
Day 1: Research and Discovery
The week began with an introduction to the NST's Marketing team and an insight into their roles and skill set.
Before they got started, the students were given a tour of the Contemporary Urban Centre (CUC) building home to Liverpool Life Sciences UTC and The Studio School. This was a brand new experience for the students and they were interested in the unusual location and innovative layout of the two co-located schools.
The students were then introduced to their challenge before diving into research about their school’s unique offerings and the local competitive landscape. They explored the school's website and social channels to identify what makes it unique, and they analysed what nearby competitors (schools and alternative education providers) were doing in their marketing efforts.
Day 2: Understanding the Audience
The focus then shifted to understanding the target demographic - potential students in the surrounding area. The students conducted a SWOT analysis to identify the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats associated with the school’s marketing.
The students also delved into the wants, needs and online habits of their target audience to determine the best platforms and messaging to use to engage with them.
Students who were given Liverpool Life Sciences UTC as their school chose to focus on popular social media platforms like Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter) while students tasked with The Studio School chose to focus on live- streaming platforms such as Twitch and Discord.
