Acton Church of England Academy welcomed a special visitor recently - Aphra Brandreth, MP for Chester South and Eddisbury.

The MP toured the school in Chester Road, Nantwich to see its achievements and pioneering approach to education. 

Four Year 6 pupils proudly guided Ms Brandreth around the school, impressing her with their knowledge, enthusiasm and confidence as ambassadors.

The MP was impressed by the positive atmosphere, the engaging lessons taking place and the way children were using technology to support their learning. 

Ms Brandreth said she was amazed by the progress the school has made, adding that it was clear that public funding from the Department for Education, the Trust, and the school's own budget had been invested wisely to benefit pupils. 

The MP toured the school in Chester Road, Nantwich to see its achievements and pioneering approach to education. (Photo: Acton CE Academy)

Headteacher Chris Priddey highlighted one of the school's most significant innovations – the installation of ground source (borehole) heating, made possible through a £2 million Government pilot scheme.

Acton CE Academy is one of the first schools in the UK to benefit from this renewable energy system, reducing its carbon footprint and leading the way in sustainability. 

Foundation Governor Philip Percival, whose family has been part of Acton's community for over 100 years, also attended the visit.

Philip, who has run a successful village business for five decades, proudly shared the school's deep-rooted links with local families – his mother, children and grandchildren have all been pupils at Acton. 

The MP was also joined by North West Academies Trust (NWAT) CEO Steve Docking and Michael Forber, School Development Partner for the Trust. 

Headteacher Mr Priddey said: "It was a privilege to welcome Aphra Brandreth to our school and to show her how our children are thriving.

"We are proud of our pioneering energy project, but more importantly, we are proud of our pupils, who continue to shine with confidence, skill and enthusiasm."