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Lee Wilson

Chief Executive, Outwood Grange Academies Trust
Lee Wilson is the Chief Executive of Outwood Grange Academies Trust, bringing a wealth of experience and an unwavering passion for educational excellence. He has a proven track record of transforming schools and improving outcomes for children. Throughout his career, Lee has demonstrated an ability to work collaboratively across different phases of education, both in primary and secondary academies. His dedication and strategic leadership have played a pivotal role in rapidly enhancing the quality of provision and achieving outstanding outcomes for students. Lee is a strong advocate for community-based civic leadership. He firmly believes that schools are integral to fostering community strength, partnership, and cohesion. In line with this vision, he has spearheaded Outwood Grange Academies Trust's strategy to establish family and community support hubs within various academies. These hubs serve as vital resources, not only for students but for the wider community, strengthening the bonds that hold communities together.
15:30

1 13 July

Outwood Grange Case Study – young people’s leadership in place

Lee will be joined by pupils from Outwood Grange Academy to showcase the trust’s ‘Out There’ initiative, a partnership-driven programme empowering young people as community changemakers. Co-designed with students, the initiative connects pupils with charities, local services, and employers to deliver projects addressing real-world issues such as sustainability, inclusion, and social isolation. Through over 100 student-led projects, young people develop agency, leadership, and civic responsibility while strengthening community ties. Attendees will gain practical insight into building effective cross-sector partnerships, embedding student voice, and scaling youth-led social action within educational settings.