David Ross Education Trust

Julian Appleyard to no longer take up David Ross CEO role

David Ross Education Trust has revealed that Julian Appleyard will no longer take up the role as its chief executive as planned from January 2026, following a change in personal circumstances. The trust confirmed the development as it announced interim leadership arrangements, which will remain in place until a permanent…

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David Ross Education Trust appoints new chief executive

The board of trustees at the David Ross Education Trust has appointed Julian Appleyard as chief executive. He will take up the post in 2026. Appleyard is currently chief executive of Pontefract Academies Trust, a nine-school cross-phase trust in West Yorkshire. Since joining in 2018, he has led significant improvements…

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