Themed on ‘values in action: purpose, public value, and public narrative’, we explored how to ensure purpose, trust, and public value are lived and shared in schools and trusts.
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Throughout the summit, delegates explored:
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Attendees had the opportunity to:
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We would love to see you at our next CEO Leadership Summit, taking place on 13 & 14 July 2026 at The Grand Hotel, Birmingham.
Chief Executive Principal - Outwood Institute of Education, Outwood Grange Academies Trust
Chief Executive Principal - Outwood Institute of Education, Outwood Grange Academies Trust
As Chief Executive of the Outwood Institute of Education, Julie leads a diverse portfolio including professional development, school improvement, community strategy, and governance. A founding member of Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2003, she possesses 30 years of educational experience. Her credentials include being a National Leader of Education and a Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching.
Julie has a proven track record of transforming inadequate schools into outstanding institutions across primary, secondary, and post-16 sectors. Notably, she spearheaded the trust’s move into the primary sector and recently expanded its reach into the North West.
A hands-on leader, Julie is passionate about people development and the school-led system. Personally, she is a mother of two; her first hand experience raising a child with SEN and autism informs her advocacy. She firmly believes every child deserves an outstanding education rooted in collaboration over competition.
