We regularly hear from community schools asking whether they are able to become part of Aquila. While the majority of our members have foundations with the Church of England, our trust has been designed so that we can welcome schools from any foundation or with none. 

Our articles are similar to those written for other Church and Community school trusts in Kent so that any and all schools can benefit from our service offer and contribute to the network we have developed. 

Community schools will not become a Church of England school as part of joining Aquila. We ensure that the foundation of each our schools is preserved, including structure of the governing body, securing their place in the unique community they serve. 

Our scheme of delegation has been drafted with community schools in mind and would ensure that the status that you join us with would be secured and maintained.

The school would be subject to the same central polices as other trust schools and these will make reference to our core values, mission and vision statements and may contain biblical references. Policies that are not managed centrally would remain for the school to create.

If you would like to discuss how we might be able to benefit your school please contact us.