A North West multi academy trust has been shortlisted for 4 awards in the MAT Excellence Awards.

Endeavour Learning Trust, which is made up of 10 schools across Lancashire and Sefton, has been nominated multiple times. It is 1 of the few trusts in the country to be nominated more than 3 times.

The shortlisted categories are:-

• CEO of the Year 
• Community Trust of the Year 
• MAT of the Year (Medium)
• Executive Team of the Year 

The MAT Excellence Awards, organised by MAT Excellence, celebrate the outstanding achievements and positive impact of multi-academy trusts nationwide. The 2026 shortlist reflects the highest standards of educational leadership and community contribution.

Endeavour Learning Trust has established itself as a true anchor institution in the local community, converting its schools into vibrant, year-round community hubs. 

These hubs support over 140 groups and thousands of families through coordinated programmes in physical activity, wellbeing, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), leadership, and safeguarding—filling vital gaps in local services and fostering resilience, belonging, and opportunity for all.

David Clayton, CEO of Endeavour Learning Trust, said:- "We are incredibly proud and humbled to be shortlisted in these 4 categories. This recognition is a testament to the dedication, passion, and hard work of our entire team of children, colleagues, governors, and partners who strive every day to create thriving schools and stronger communities across the North-West. Being acknowledged at a national level for our leadership and community impact motivates us to continue pushing forward for the children and families we serve."

The winners will be announced at the MAT Excellence Awards ceremony later in 2026. For more details on the shortlist, click here.