Outwood Academy Foxhills recognised nationally for Leadership and Inclusion
Fri 16 Jan 2026
Outwood Academy Foxhills has been recognised as one of the nation's highest-engaged schools following the release of the Autumn 2025 national census data from The Engagement Platform (TEP).
The school has been awarded a series of special recognition badges for scoring significantly higher than the national average, highlighting the academy as one of the best places to work in the education sector.
Most notably, the school ranked in the top five per cent of schools in the country for two key areas - how included staff feel, and the quality of its leadership. The academy was also ranked in the top ten per cent nationally for staff satisfaction and how well employees are managed.
These scores are a result of the TEP survey, a national survey conducted across schools in Autumn 2025. To qualify for these awards, a school must receive high scores in conjunction with a high level of staff participation, to ensure that the results accurately reflect the team's true feelings and views.
Tracy Motson, principal at Outwood Academy Foxhills, said:
“We are incredibly proud to receive these badges of recognition. This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire school community.
“We often say that ‘Foxhills is a Family’, and these results demonstrate that this is more than just a motto; it is the reality of our daily culture. By ensuring our staff feel valued, included, and well-led, we create a supportive environment that enables them to give their very best to our students.”
The recognition acknowledges the school’s commitment to engagement and the positive impact it is having on staff, students, and the wider community.
Sabiha Laher, community executive principal, added:
“Outwood Academy Foxhills is, at its heart, a happy school. To be ranked in the top tier nationally for leadership and inclusion really supports that positive culture. We know that happy schools lead to successful students.
“When our staff are satisfied and supported by strong leadership, they are best placed to help our children excel and meet their potential.”
Outwood Academy Foxhills is committed to putting students first and ensuring that they receive a first-class education. The school was rated as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted in its last inspection.
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