We are thrilled to share the fantastic news that our CEO Claire Render, has been awarded an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours for her outstanding services to education.
The official citation reads: "Chief Executive Officer, The Good Shepherd Multi Academy Trust, Cumbria. For services to Education."
This is a remarkable and richly deserved recognition of Claire's commitment, leadership, and unwavering dedication to improving educational outcomes and supporting young people across the region. Her work continues to inspire and make a lasting difference in our schools and communities.
Claire took on the role of CEO just over six years ago, bringing with her more than 25 years of experience in education — including serving as Executive Headteacher at the Trust's Wreay C of E School. Under her leadership, the Trust has seen transformative progress in school improvement, the expansion and strengthening of central hub services, and the growth of future education leaders across our network.
We know many of you will want to join us in congratulating Claire on this incredible achievement.
Peter Ballard, Chair of the Good Shepherd Trust board, said: "This is wonderful news and reflects Claire's dedication to primary education, young people and local communities over years of service, many of them in Cumbria, and latterly in her role as CEO of the Good Shepherd Trust. I am sure you will join me, and the trust, in thanking Claire for all she has done and rejoicing that her service has been nationally recognised."
Plans are already in the works to mark the occasion before the end of the summer term, with more details to follow.
Once again, congratulations to Claire — we know you don't like the spotlight but we are immensely proud of you!
