Chiltern Way Academy Trust one of best places to work

Chiltern Way Academy Trust appears on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list for 2026, having previously been recognised in 2024.

The list is based on confidential feedback from staff and highlights areas where employees report high levels of pride, engagement and purpose in their work.

Chiltern Way Academy Trust has been named on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list for 2026 (Image: Chiltern Way Academy Trust)

Ian McCaul, chief executive officer of Chiltern Way Academy Trust, said: "We are delighted to have received this recognition for a second time.

"The reason it means so much to us is that it comes directly from our staff.

"We first took part because we wanted honest feedback and a better understanding of what it felt like to work here."

The trust takes part to better understand how employees feel about working across its schools and to identify areas of success and improvement.

This year’s survey results showed that staff feel proud of their work and have a strong sense of purpose.

Mr McCaul said: "Our staff work hard for children and young people every day.

"They care, they go the extra mile and they genuinely want the very best outcomes for the families we serve."