New CEO

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As we approach the end of term, we share a heartfelt thank you to Kate Alcock, our founding CEO, who is retiring after years of visionary leadership. Kate’s dedication has been the cornerstone of Saracens Multi-Academy Trust, and we wish her a wonderful retirement in Derbyshire. We hope she finds immense joy in the rolling countryside and treasures every moment with her grandchildren.

Looking ahead, we are delighted to welcome Chris Woolf as our new CEO. We look forward to working with him to ensure every child in our schools receives an exceptional education and the brightest of futures.

Takeover Day

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A number of our sixth formers gained valuable work experience when they shadowed Saracens rugby club staff at a game in December.
Our talented students were placed with the following teams, to match their skills and interests: operations; marketing; hospitality; and production. We are grateful to Saracens for giving our students these unique experiences that are the envy of young adults in other schools and colleges.

On the same day, the principals from the 3 Saracens schools (Saracens High School, Saracens Bell Lane, and Saracens Broadfields) spoke about our wonderful communities in the hospitality lounges. They were ably assisted by some of our sixth form student leaders who helped raise both awareness and funds!

Saracens schools are unique in the whole of the UK for being linked to an elite sports club. With this comes access to extraordinary opportunities and experiences. We look forward to working with Saracens rugby club and their partners again in 2026.

Saracens Broadfields

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SARACENS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST (SARACENS MAT) IS THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THE EXPANSION OF ITS FAMILY WITH THE ADDITION OF SARACENS BROADFIELDS

The Edgware school that is ‘a London school in the countryside,’ joined the Trust on October 1st.
Kate Alcock, CEO of Saracens MAT, is humbled to have overseen two primary schools joining the Trust in two years:

“This marks a significant milestone, making Saracens Broadfields the third school, and the second primary school, to join Saracens MAT. We are looking to grow further, but don’t want to become a Super Trust, so we retain our sense of family and our close links to Barnet.”

A Happy School for All Learners

Saracens Broadfields is a happy and successful school, where children enjoy bright, modern buildings and extensive ‘broad fields’.

Sharon Keane, Acting Principal, believes the school serves all learners:

“As well as the ‘star programme’ to stretch the most academic and prepare them for the 11+, the school is unique in having provision units for children with SEN and a nursery that is run by experienced professionals.”

Many staff have been part of the happy community for decades. Sharon Keane herself has invested her passion and energy into the school for over 20 years and even sent her own children there.

A Day of Celebration

The school marked its launch day in style with a performance by the school choir, banners, balloons, a ‘street party’ and VIP guests. The event was honoured by the presence of the Mayor and Mayoress, with the Mayor cutting the ribbon to officially welcome the school into the Trust.

The wider Saracens family showed their support, with pupils and leaders from Saracens High School and Saracens Bell Lane in attendance, as well as Dai Flanagan, coach of the Saracens Men’s rugby team.

Kate Alcock, CEO of the Trust, welcomed all at Saracens Broadfields to this new chapter, as the school will now embrace the values that form the DNA of both the club and the schools: Discipline, Hard Work, Honesty, and Humility.

This expansion demonstrates the Trust’s continued mission to serve families in Barnet, north London, by giving young Londoners brighter futures.

To find out more about Saracens Broadfields, click here.

Nest Room

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We are absolutely thrilled to announce the opening of a dedicated Nest Room at Saracens Bell Lane.

This calming, sensory-rich space has been made possible through the incredible generosity of an anonymous donor, whose commitment to supporting all children’s needs is truly heartwarming. Thank you for helping us create this haven for pupils in Hendon, north London.

A Nest Room is a specially designed sensory and relaxation space, serving as a safe harbour for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with learning and emotional needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and anxiety.

Key benefits for our primary aged pupils:

-Emotional Regulation
-Sensory Input
-Reduced Anxiety
-Improved Focus

This project embodies our commitment to inclusive education and ensuring that every child has the environment they need to thrive, both emotionally and academically.