In an exciting development for Enfield’s educational landscape, six Catholic schools are poised to join the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust (SFACAT). This strategic move, involving two secondary and four primary schools, marks a significant expansion aimed at bolstering the quality of education for the Christian community in North London.
The schools in question—St Ignatius College, St Anne’s Catholic High School, St George’s Catholic Primary School, St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, and St Monica’s Catholic Primary School—have all secured governing body approval to proceed with their applications for academy conversion and trust membership. This initiative aligns with the national strategy, endorsed by Archbishop of Westminster Cardinal Vincent Nichols, encouraging Catholic voluntary-aided schools to transition to academy status within Catholic academy trusts.
SFACAT, which has been nurturing educational excellence for four years, currently oversees nine schools, having recently welcomed St Paul’s Catholic Primary School in Cheshunt. The addition of these Enfield schools is expected to further enhance the trust’s ability to provide robust educational support and maintain the schools’ distinctive ethos within their local communities.
Importantly, the academisation process promises not to alter the schools’ unique identities or their integral roles in the community. Each school will engage in thorough consultations with parents, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring that all voices are heard before final decisions are made.
The conversion process is anticipated to conclude between late 2026 and early 2027, with formal consultations set to commence soon. As always, Peter Cuffaro Estate Agents is here to support the community through these transitions, offering expert advice and services to families navigating these changes.
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