Case Study: Bluecoat Trent Academy

Bluecoat Trent Academy is a newly opened and over-subscribed 11-16 Free School in Nottingham, part of the Archway Learning Trust. Committed to excellence for all.

• Supporting every PE student where it matters most
• Learning without limits
• Confident, equipped and exam-ready

• Turning revision into a team sport

• Less time planning, more time teaching

• A platform that keeps on delivering

Jake Dyer was the Head of PE at Bluecoat Trent Academy when this case study was conducted. He is now the Head of PE at South Nottinghamshire Academy.

At Bluecoat Trent Academy, the PE department is always in motion. With over 1,200 students to support across GCSE PE, CNAT Sport Studies, and Core PE, there’s never a quiet moment. But for Jake Dyer, that challenge is what makes the job rewarding. His team is driven by one goal: to deliver outstanding physical education for every pupil. With The EverLearner, they’ve found a way to save time, close gaps, and build confidence where it matters most.

Supporting every PE student where it matters most

For Jake and his team, supporting students through exam season isn’t just about content, it’s about confidence. With attendance challenges, injuries, and busy schedules increasingly affecting learning time, they needed a solution that could adapt to their students' needs.

The EverLearner has become that solution. Whether it’s catching up after time off or revisiting tricky topics, students now have a reliable way to stay on track.

Learning without limits

Like many schools, Bluecoat Trent faces the reality that students can’t always be in class. But that no longer means falling behind. Thanks to The EverLearner’s anytime-anywhere access, students can learn in the way that works for them.

Confident, equipped and exam-ready

As exams approach, The EverLearner becomes a daily part of life in the PE department. With structured content, interactive tools, and real-time visibility, it’s easier than ever to prepare students, and keep them focused on the areas that matter most.

Turning revision into a team sport

At Bluecoat Trent, The EverLearner isn’t just about quiet revision. It’s become a way to bring energy and competition into the classroom. Using platform data, Jake and his team run mini-competitions that reward engagement. The result? A healthy culture of accountability and motivation.

Less time planning, more time teaching

Behind the scenes, The EverLearner has transformed how the PE team works. With automated onboarding, quick group setup, and a clear overview of progress, it’s made everything from homework tracking to parents' evenings easier to manage.

 A platform that keeps on delivering

For Bluecoat Trent Academy, The EverLearner isn’t just a revision tool, it’s a trusted part of the department’s daily rhythm. It’s helped them bridge the gap between in-class learning and independent study.