RISE Reception Networks Lead School

We are delighted to share that Malvin’s Close Academy has been selected by the
Department for Education as a Reception Networks Lead School as part of the national
programme to strengthen Reception provision across England.

This is a significant honour, awarded following a highly competitive national assessment
process. The DfE highlighted the strength of our Reception practice, the expertise within our
early years team, and the positive impact our work is already having both within our school
and across the wider sector. We are incredibly proud that this work has been recognised at a
national level.

As a RISE Reception Networks Lead School, we will help shape and support Reception
improvement regionally. Our role will include:

     ● Leading a local network of schools focused on high‑quality Reception practice
     ● Sharing resources and approaches through our website
     ● Hosting virtual network meetings
     ● Welcoming schools for in‑person learning visits
     ● Working collaboratively with Local Authorities, Stronger Practice Hubs, Best Start
Family Hubs, and English and Maths Hubs to strengthen joined‑up support for children
and families

We look forward to contributing to this important national effort and supporting schools to
ensure more children reach a Good Level of Development by 2028.
We are incredibly grateful to our staff, whose commitment and expertise have made this
achievement possible, and we are excited to take on this new opportunity to champion
excellence in early years education.

RISE Reception Network: Expression of Interest and Mailing List

Thank you for your interest in joining Malvin’s Close Academy’s RISE Reception Network.
Please complete this form if your school would like to be added to our mailing list and kept
informed about upcoming network opportunities.

Confirmed dates for the RISE Reception Network sessions are not yet available. We will
share updates and finalised dates with all registered schools as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience and for your interest in being part of the RISE community.