The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust
The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust

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DoWAT is at an exciting stage in our evolution as a leading Catholic MAT. Founded upon the strengths of our 11 original schools, we are consistently amongst the top performing multi-academy trusts in the country.

Patrick Murden, CEO

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Featured news

Ofsted Success at The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School

16th Sep 2024

Celebrating Success

St Mary's Royston Football Team Win County Finals

7th Feb 2025

Our Students

Year 6 Debate Event

27th Jan 2025

Celebrating Success

CSI Success at St Michael's

29th Nov 2024

Our Students

St Mary's Early Years Parent Welcome Evening

20th Jun 2024

Our Students

International Week at Our Lady

14th Jun 2024

Celebrating Success

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Ofsted Success

6th Jun 2024

Our Students

Children's Mental Health Week at OLS

12th Feb 2024

Sports News

DoWAT Schools' Football Teams Reach County Final

6th Feb 2024

Celebrating Success

‘Outstanding’ result from Nicholas Breakspear Ofsted inspection

22nd Jan 2024

Trust News

The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust and St. Mary's University join forces to inspire future teachers

17th Nov 2023

Celebrating Success

Ofsted success at St Catherine of Siena!

16th Nov 2023

Celebrating Success

St John’s Catholic Primary School celebrates Ofsted success

18th May 2023

Trust News

St Mark's to benefit from school renovation projects

3rd Jan 2023

Celebrating Success

Outstanding Ofsted report at St Mark's Catholic School

21st Oct 2022

Celebrating Success

DoWAT adds another ‘Good’ school to family of academies

25th Sep 2022

Trust News

Meet Ms Fiona McCloskey, The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School’s new Headteacher

18th Jul 2022

Trust News

Douay Martyrs appoints new Headteacher

15th Jul 2022

Trust News

New appointment: Director of Primary Improvement to support family of schools

18th May 2022

Charity

Douay Martyrs supports local Foodbank

3rd Jan 2022

Celebrating Success

Ofsted inspection at Nicholas Breakspear

12th Dec 2021

Celebrating Success

Diocesan inspection at St Claudine's

5th Dec 2021

Our Students

Students take action against climate change at St Catherine of Siena

23rd Nov 2021

Our Students

Black History Month - 'Proud to be Me' Initiative at St Thomas More

31st Oct 2021

Trust News

Welcome to the new The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust website

8th Oct 2021

Celebrating Success

Our Lady Catholic Primary Early Years provision awarded the Herts Quality Standard Mark

8th Aug 2021

@DoWATuk

Check out our current vacancies! Apply now: https://t.co/0GrlKe0O67 pic.twitter.com/q0NS0zpdU5— DoWAT () March 21, 2025

March 21

 

@DoWATuk

Thank you to all who attended the Heads Forum last week at The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School. It was a great opportunity to discuss strategy and best practice with colleagues. Thank you all for your valuable insights. pic.twitter.com/7PC8TpRvSR— DoWAT () March 20, 2025

March 20

 

@DoWATuk

If you are considering becoming a teacher, take this as your sign! Apply today: https://t.co/Ioskc2wUHV pic.twitter.com/XUprWSwRTJ— DoWAT () March 19, 2025

March 19

 

@DoWATuk

Last week, we were joined by who presented to our school AI Leads on AI & Education: Promise, Pitfalls, and Possibilities. Thank you for such an insightful presentation! pic.twitter.com/Sky7SOlH3L— DoWAT () March 17, 2025

March 17

 

@DoWATuk

Have you considered teaching as a career? Train to teach with DoWAT today! Apply here: https://t.co/rJ3Uih00Gk pic.twitter.com/ffQE81J8XO— DoWAT () March 10, 2025

March 10

 

@DoWATuk

Thank you to all delegates who made our Careers Fair a great success. Many professions & higher ed establishments represented. Thanks to Ms Lawrence for her planning and organisation. Special mentions to our alumni, Tia & Sefra, we are VERY proud of you! pic.twitter.com/BV88oe17jq— St Claudine's Catholic School for Girls () March 5, 2025

March 5

 

@DoWATuk

A big congratulations to the students at St Mark's who have successfully completed The Brilliant Club! It was a wonderful opportunity for the students to celebrate their achievements at the University of Oxford. pic.twitter.com/oldu4bFBbG— DoWAT () March 5, 2025

March 5

 

@DoWATuk

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School are recruiting an Assistant Head of School. Apply today! https://t.co/mWi13RbVzG pic.twitter.com/69dNDGowGY— DoWAT () March 3, 2025

March 3

 

@DoWATuk

Are you interested in getting into teaching? Join us today at the The Hilton London Metropole between 10am – 2.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there and answering your questions!— DoWAT () March 1, 2025

March 1

 

@DoWATuk

Are you Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching and: -Get your questions answered -Meet course providers in your area -Connect with people considering a career in teaching. Sign up today!: https://t.co/Uu3PGtRv6b#getintoteaching pic.twitter.com/8a04I0ShIe— DoWAT () February 27, 2025

February 27

 

@DoWATuk

Our Careers fair is happening next week. See below 👇 for details. pic.twitter.com/9PT3fE4YTc— The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School () February 26, 2025

February 26

 

@DoWATuk

Welcome back to school! 📚✨ We hope you had a restful half-term and are ready to take on the new challenges ahead! pic.twitter.com/TIDHyo3x4X— DoWAT () February 24, 2025

February 24

 

@DoWATuk

Are you Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching and: -Get your questions answered -Meet course providers in your area -Connect with people considering a career in teaching. Sign up today!: https://t.co/Uu3PGtRv6b#getintoteaching pic.twitter.com/jAwHcq2flT— DoWAT () February 21, 2025

February 21

 

@DoWATuk

Check out our current vacancies at DoWAT schools! Apply now: https://t.co/MN7MAvG68J#Hertfordshire pic.twitter.com/TKJ99Tp89Y— DoWAT () February 20, 2025

February 20

 

@DoWATuk

NSPCC Number Day at Our Lady, Hitchin! Check out the amazing number garden they created, showcasing their pupils’ maths skills while fundraising for such a great cause. Well done, ! pic.twitter.com/DGzXrEN0uv— DoWAT () February 13, 2025

February 13

 

@DoWATuk

Looking to give back to your community? Email us today to find out more about being a Governor at a DoWAT school! pic.twitter.com/g8JCmNOGna— DoWAT () February 6, 2025

February 6

 

@DoWATuk

If you are considering becoming a teacher, take this as your sign! Apply today: https://t.co/Ioskc2wmSn pic.twitter.com/6hHCG6jm2p— DoWAT () February 4, 2025

February 4

 

@DoWATuk

We are thrilled to be featured in 'Independent Catholic News' for our amazing school production of Bugsy Malone! Over 300 attendees enjoyed the show in a full house. We are so proud of our students' performances! 🌟🎭 pic.twitter.com/Sjk5OF6VxN— The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School () February 3, 2025

February 3

 

@DoWATuk

It's Primary Leadership Empowerment Day at DoWAT! Our team presented on SEND excellence, leadership development and more. Thank you to all the Primary Leaders who attended. # Leadership pic.twitter.com/twY5rhrhH2— DoWAT () February 3, 2025

February 3

 

@DoWATuk

Check out our current vacancies. Apply now! https://t.co/imd9mNxviM#education pic.twitter.com/7Sbu87zkuq— DoWAT () January 31, 2025

January 31