Boss of hated trust running schools in Cornwall and Devon resigns

Learning Trust chief to step down after scrutiny over ‘strict’ school discipline

The chief executive of a major academy trust at the centre of a row over discipline in schools is to step down after four years in charge.

Boss of hated trust running schools in Cornwall and Devon resigns

The trust has attracted strong criticism at and concern at all levels - from furious and tearful parents to councillors and MPs - over its strict policies

CEO of controversial learning trust announces departure

Mr Parnell has led the trust since 2022 and prior to this held numerous senior leadership positions in a range of schools across the country