At QUEST Trust every milestone - big or small - is a reflection of our shared values: ambition, care, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Whether it’s our pupils coming together to raise thousands for charity, our staff shaping inclusive learning environments, or our schools earning praise for innovation and leadership, each achievement tells a story of unity and progress. Together we’re building a legacy that empowers learners, strengthens communities, and inspires futures.

This year, our schools have achieved remarkable progress:

• Primary: Age-related expectations are now above the national average for the first time, increasing by 20% in just two years.
• Secondary: Post-16 vocational outcomes have reached national benchmarks.
• KS4: Pupils achieved a 100% pass rate in GCSE and BTEC qualifications.
• Destinations: Student pathways are strong and diverse, reflecting high aspirations and effective guidance.

As an inclusive Trust, we are proud of our pupils and staff achievements, and we continue the journey from good to great in every aspect of our work. We have committed additional resources this year to support academic acceleration with additional teaching staff and mentors in all Trust schools.

The social and economic deprivation in our communities continues to rise and we work in partnership to create ambitious, broad and balanced schools, supporting an engaging curriculum and an approach to student agency throughout. Our coaching culture is building belief to succeed for all.

In 2024, pupils across QUEST Trust’s five schools and Play Pals nursery raised £6,114 for The Christie Charity, supporting cancer research and care. 

Primary pupils took part in the Christie Bear Spelling Challenge to boost literacy while fundraising. 

UCS students completed the “60 for the Christie” maths challenge, linking numeracy with awareness. 

Play Pals hosted a bake sale and contributed the proceeds. The Trust received a Christie Challenge medal, symbolising unity across all settings. 

Recent Ofsted reports across multiple QUEST schools praised the Trust’s inclusive approach: 

"Pupils with SEND are identified early and supported effectively."

"Adapted activities and strong collaboration with parents and professionals ensure all learners thrive." 

"SEND pupils consistently achieve well across curriculum areas."

In 2023, Marc Doyle was appointed CEO, bringing renewed strategic direction. 

Leadership reshuffles across the Trust have strengthened governance and accountability. 

Ofsted inspections at Hindley Green and St John’s Hindley Green highlighted reflective and progressive practice. 

 

Bolton Impact Trust recommended UCS’s internal provision as a model for other schools. 

Jayne Lowe, Educational Consultant, praised the warmth and innovation across QUEST schools during her visit. 

 

St. Peter’s Hindley obtained the Modeshift Stars Silver, Global Neighbours Bronze, School Games Platinum, Church Awards 1 and 2, International Eco Green Flag, Gold Pearson Teacher of the Year Award, Good diabetes care in school award, Best Practice Teaching Assistant Award, Picture News Silver Award. 

 

Hindley Green Community Primary School received the Sportsmark Platinum Award, the Sing Up Silver Award, Church/Community School Award 1, Archbishop of York Youth Trust Young Leaders Aware, Wigan and Leigh Primary School of the Year, 2021-22 Primary School of the Year, Arts Mark Gold.

 

St. John’s Church of England Primary, Hindley Green received the Church & School Partnership Award, Leading Parent Partnership Award, Sportsmark Silver Award, the International Eco Green Flag Award and Global Neighbours Bronze Award, Best Practice Teaching Assistants Award, Safeguarding Initiative Award – Safeguarding Alliance.

St. John’s Church of England Primary School, Abram received the Church Partnership Award, Church School Values Award, Eco Schools Green Flag Status, Silver Modeshift Award, Global Neighbours Bronze, Best Practice Teaching Assistants Award, Bronze School Sport Games Award, Picture News Impact Award, Safeguarding Alliance Award.

University Collegiate School received SSAT National Award for Progress from Key Stage 4 to Key Stage 5, University Laboratory School Status, Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM), IQM Centre of Excellence.  UCS given recognition from Fischer Family Trust (FFT) for their hard work on attendance, United Against Bullying Bronze 2024.