Digital strategy is a top ten strategic priority for trust chief executives according to the upcoming CST 2026 National School Trust Report. Use of AI in schools has exploded in recent years, with trusts reporting use across teaching and administration.
The new partnership sees TransforMATive joining the Confederation's platinum partner scheme, which brings together leading education-focused organisations and CST’s members, together responsible for the education of nearly four million young people.
The connection will help trusts access TransforMATive’s expertise across the technology landscape, through guidance and advice on areas including artificial intelligence, infrastructure, cyber security, data and insight, and EdTech.
CST Chief Executive Leora Cruddas CBE said: "Technology, especially artificial intelligence, is rapidly involving. Trusts want to – safely – take advantage of this, but the pace and scale of change can be bewildering.
“Having a partner that deeply understands both the tech and the trust sector is an incredibly valuable asset, so we are pleased to welcome TransforMATive as a partner.”
TransforMATive Chief Executive Jonny Wathen said: “Over the past four years, we have collaborated with CST and leaders across the education sector to deliver masterclass programmes in digital strategy, artificial intelligence, cyber security and privacy.
“We have also been proud to support CST’s CEO Summit, its data and digital transformation professional community, and annual conference, bringing trust leaders together to share expertise, challenge thinking and learn from one another.
“Becoming a Platinum Partner formalises our strategic relationship and provides a strong foundation for the next chapter of our work together. We look forward to welcoming more CST members to our free-to-attend thought leadership events and showcasing how our products and services can help trusts address their priorities, improve efficiency and build lasting digital capability.”
