Outcomes First Group acquires five Chatsworth schools, one in Riyadh

  • 17th January 2025

Outcomes First Group has acquired five schools from Chatsworth Schools group, and established non-selective independent schools group ‘Blenheim Schools’.

Blenheim Schools includes four UK schools (Beech Hall School, Macclesfield; Pattison; Hall School Wimbledon; and the London Acorn School). The fifth school, also called Beech Hall School, is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – marking Outcome First Group’s debut international venture.

The aim of the Blenheim division is to create a group of non-selective independent schools offering education that is tailored to individual pupils’ needs, learning styles and aspirations.

Group CEO of Outcomes First Group David Leatherbarrow said: “This expansion underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional education that is tailored around the unique abilities and aspirations of our pupils. The schools joining us reflect our long-standing vision of personalised education that empowers pupils to thrive in a diverse and evolving world, and I am delighted to be welcoming them into the Group.”

Anita Gleave, founder and CEO of Chatsworth Schools will be joining Blenheim Schools alongside other members of the Chatsworth Schools central leadership team. Anita will support with Blenheim Schools International operations and new opportunities overseas.

Anita commented, “Creating and building the Chatsworth Schools family was such a blessing. Within that, founding Blenheim Schools and Beech Hall School Riyadh alongside amazing colleagues has to be one of my proudest and greatest achievements. I am excited to be joining Outcomes First Group, together with three of my team, to continue Blenheim Schools’ mission of enabling outstanding futures for as many children, of all abilities and talents, as possible around the world.”

Outcomes First Group is an established player in creating personalised education for SEND students through its Acorn Education and Options Autism divisions. It also works with over 500 mainstream schools through Momenta Connect.

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