The new enrichment benchmarks and the William Ellis Trust
The release of a new government enrichment framework affirms our work within the William Ellis community, and highlights the importance our supporters make to the educational experiences of our pupils.
Rather Use Than Fame: What the walls of William Ellis taught me
One former pupils reflections on the school motto, and how it has helped shape his self-understanding and drive to lead a purposeful life.
Why is our work important?
The importance of continuing to build a supportive community around the school today
Our Director reflects on 2025 and his first 9 months in role
The William Ellis Trust in action. Izzy Jones, Headteacher, with a panel of William Ellis pupils and Will Durham, Trust Director, at our first major community event in October 2025
Reconnecting with the school after 60 years
Author and school alum John Simmons talking with current William Ellis pupils about his career and how his love of literature has shaped his life.
The William Ellis Trust launches the Rather Use Than Fame Club
William Ells Trust launches the Rather Use Than Fame Club initiative
William Ellis pupils debate Alastair Campbell at our first event
Alastair is asked the difficult questions by an expert panel of William Ellis pupils
Our first Staff Innovation Fund projects are funded
We are delighted to have funded our first set of projects and initiatives through our new staff innovation fund