Phase 1: Strategic Foundation and Going Google (2017–2018)

The Britannia Education Trust (BET) was formally established in 2017, marking the beginning of our ambitious digital transformation. We made a strategic and significant investment to ensure that every pupil in Years 3-6, as well as all teaching staff, received their own 1:1 Chromebook. This pivotal move, coupled with the adoption of the Google for Education ecosystem, ensured universal, instant digital access and established a foundation for modern, collaborative learning across the trust. Our dedication to this model was quickly recognised when Britannia Village Primary School achieved the prestigious status of a Google Reference School in 2018. This honour confirmed our expertise in leveraging technology to drive outstanding learning outcomes and positioned us as a model for educators globally.

Phase 2: National Recognition and Sector Leadership (2019–2020)

Our innovative digital strategy continued to gain national acclaim. In 2019, we were named one of the UK's EdTech50 Schools, celebrating our sector-leading and thoughtful use of technology to enhance both learning and teaching. This momentum led to an even greater role during the challenging years of the pandemic. In 2020, the Trust was selected by the Department for Education (DfE) to join the National EdTech Demonstrator Programme. This vital role required us to provide bespoke, peer-to-peer support and digital strategy advice to over 78 other schools, leveraging our extensive experience to help them navigate and improve their digital teaching capabilities.

Phase 3: Excellence Confirmed and Future Commitment (2022–Present)

Our commitment to innovation, high standards, and student well-being culminated in a significant achievement in 2022, when the Britannia Education Trust was proudly awarded Primary School of the Year by EduFuturists. This award validated our holistic approach, innovative practice, and positive sector influence. Our focus remains on preparing students for a rapidly evolving, tech-focused world. We remain committed to sharing our successful model, continuing to host hundreds of visitors annually to ensure our dedication to excellence benefits the wider educational community.