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By joining MATAA, you become part of a collaborative movement that is shaping the future of training for every role within a school or trust
Who We Are
MATAA is a national alliance committed to delivering and strengthening the quality, visibility, and impact of school apprenticeships across the entire education sector.
We bring together leading Multi‑Academy Trusts (MATs) and specialist providers to create a unified, high‑quality infrastructure for training everyone who contributes to a thriving school community.
Designed by Schools, for Schools.
Lead by Multi-Academy Trusts
Built by
Educators
Unified Support
for Schools & MATS
What Joining Means
When you join MATAA, you become part of a collective effort built on three core principles:
Collaboration
MATs working together, not in isolation
Consistency
Shared expectations and high‑quality delivery
Capacity Building
Developing staff across all roles in the school estate
These principles guide everything we do, ensuring that apprenticeships are delivered with
clarity, purpose, and impact.
Partnership with...
Why Join the Alliance?
MATAA brings together leading Multi‑Academy Trusts and specialist providers who share a commitment to raising standards and building a stronger, more confident school workforce.
As a member, you’ll contribute to and benefit from a unified, sector‑wide approach to high‑quality MAT‑led training.
Membership gives you the opportunity to:
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Collaborate with MATs across the country
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Shape consistent, high‑quality apprenticeship delivery
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Strengthen your workforce development strategy
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Share best practice, innovation, and expertise
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Influence national conversations around school apprenticeships
Who You’ll Be Working With
Our alliance is shaped and governed by a respected steering group of MATs and specialist schools who model excellence and collaboration.
Our founding members include:
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Lift Schools
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Spencer Academies Trust
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United Learning
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Shaw Education Trust
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The Priory Federation of Academies Trusts
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Manor Green School
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Harris Federation
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The Leigh Institute
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Elliot Foundation
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Academy Transformation Trust
By joining MATAA, you’ll be working alongside organisations that are already delivering high‑quality programmes and driving sector‑wide improvement.
Our Mission - And How You Contribute
To champion school apprenticeships, drive high‑quality MAT‑led training, and foster collaboration across the education sector.
As a member, you help us:
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Raise the profile and value of apprenticeships in schools
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Support MATs to deliver consistent, high‑quality programmes
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Strengthen the workforce across all roles — from teaching assistants to estates, IT, HR, and leadership
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Build a national community of practice that shares expertise and innovation
Your involvement directly contributes to a stronger, more skilled, and more confident school workforce.
A Shared Commitment to the Sector
Every organisation that joins MATAA shares a commitment to ensuring apprenticeships are not just an entry route into education, but a powerful driver of:
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Professional growth
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School improvement
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Long‑term career development
Together, we are shaping a future where every apprentice receives the support, expertise, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Why Choose ?
MATAA was created in response to a shared belief: that apprenticeships in schools deserve a stronger voice, clearer standards, and a collaborative approach that raises quality for all.
We bring together leading Multi‑Academy Trusts (MATs) and specialist providers to create a unified, high‑quality infrastructure for training everyone who contributes to a thriving school community - from early years practitioners and teaching assistants to estates teams, IT professionals, HR, and school leaders.
Designed by Schools, for Schools.
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"Priory Apprenticeships is proud to be a member of the Association of MAT Apprenticeship Providers. This membership strengthens our apprenticeship offer through collaboration with sector-leading organisations and enables us to play an active role in ensuring the voice of the MAT sector helps shape the future skills agenda."
Nicola Hayward
Deputy Head of Apprenticeships,
The Priory Federation of Academies Trusts