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Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust
Welcome
As Chief Executive Officer of the Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust (MTCAT), I am immensely proud of our dedicated staff and the vibrant communities we serve. Rooted in our Catholic faith and guided by our shared vision of “Strength in Unity", we place Christ at the centre of everything we do.
We are inspired by the words of St Paul in his letter to the Romans: “For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others” (Romans 12:4–5). This powerful truth lies at the heart of our Trust. Each school, staff member, pupil, and family brings unique gifts and strengths, yet we belong to one another in Christ. It is in our unity that we find strength, and in our diversity that we discover richness.
Our staff form a truly committed workforce, where collaboration, coaching, and high-quality professional development are the hallmarks of what we do. Together, we strive to deliver a first-class Catholic education that reflects the Gospel values of Hope, Faith, and Love.
We are proud to work in close partnership with families, parishes, and local communities, ensuring that every child feels included, supported, and celebrated. In the spirit of Mother Teresa herself, we welcome all in Christ’s name and accompany our young people on their journey of faith, learning, and service.
With unity of purpose and faith, and with the assurance that we “belong to each other” in Christ, we look forward to building a flourishing future together for every child entrusted to our care.
Mark Baines
Chief Executive Officer
The power of a couple or team pulling together, working for the same goal, striving to reach a common destination, is far greater than the sum of its parts.
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust
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Our Schools
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All Hallows Catholic School
Farnham, GU9 9HF
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Basingstoke, RG22 6RE
St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School
Maidenhead, SL6 4PX
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Ascot, SL5 9HG
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Aldershot, GU11 3DD
St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School
Rotherham, S60 2XJ
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Maidenhead, SL6 7EG
St Teresas Catholic Academy
Wokingham,RG40 2EB
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a nurturing and enriching educational community where the light of Christ shines brightly, guiding the journey of our children aged 2-19.
In unity, we will provide an exceptional Catholic education that empowers children to achieve their highest potential, guided by the light and truth of Christ.
Together, we build a future filled with hope, love, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
Working with us
"I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot; together we can do great things"
At Mother Teresa Catholic Academy Trust, our mission is rooted in faith and service. We strive to Empower Faithful Leaders, Inspire Lifelong Learners, and Foster Inclusive Excellence, so that every member of our community flourishes and contributes to the transformative impact of Catholic education in the modern world.
Our professional development offer is designed to nurture every adult in our Trust, from those beginning their vocation in education to those leading our schools, ensuring that together we grow in faith, expertise, and love of service.
“We envision a future where our staff, inspired by our Catholic faith, emerge as leaders who embody Christ’s teachings, fostering love, compassion, and justice in a diverse and interconnected world.”
At MTCAT, we believe the most significant factor in a child’s education is the quality of teaching and leadership they experience every day. Our people offer is rooted in our shared mission of “Strength in Unity” and inspired by the words of St Teresa of Calcutta:
"I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot; together we can do great things"
We are committed to nurturing exceptional staff at every stage of their career, from trainee teachers to executive leaders, through a culture of collaboration, reflection and service.
Our professional learning model ensures every member of staff has the opportunity to grow in both vocation and expertise, in order to deliver an outstanding Catholic education for all.
Our Principles to Professional Development – Our why and ethos:
Our Professional Development Offer is underpinned by the following principles:
- Mission-Driven: All professional learning aligns with our Catholic ethos and Trust vision, ensuring that formation and faith are central to personal and professional growth.
- Collaborative: We are one community of schools, united through shared learning networks, peer review and cross-school coaching.
- Research-Informed: Our CPD programmes are grounded in evidence-based practice, drawing on national and international research, including the EEF and DfE frameworks.
- Career-Long: Development pathways exist for every stage of a professional journey, from induction to leadership.
- Impact-Focused: Evaluation and reflection are built into all programmes to ensure that learning translates directly into improved outcomes for pupils.
Our goal is simple: to build a flourishing workforce of faith-filled professionals who inspire every child to know they belong and to achieve their God-given potential.
Father, Pour down Your Spirit upon our schools. Inspire us with wisdom, courage, and compassion, Making us an instrument of your peace, that together we may walk in the light of Christ. May our shared mission be a witness to Your love, and may we find strength in unity as we grow in faith, hope and love. and to serve others with generous hearts. Bless every pupil, member of staff, and family within our Trust. May each school be a place where all are welcomed, every person is valued, respected and loved, and Christ is at the heart of all we do. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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