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    Website Design Portfolio

    • The Brooke Weston Trust: Bringing a family of schools together

      Our Account Manager, Dan Meeks, shares his favourite project from 2025

      As part of our 2025 project highlights series at Cleverbox, we are sharing some of the projects our account managers found most rewarding over the past year. These are pieces of work that challenged them and strengthened partnerships with our clients. Additionally, they made a real difference for the schools and trusts we work with.

      For our Account Manager, Dan Meeks, his favourite project of 2025 was the full redesign of the Brooke Weston Trust and their 12 school websites. This was a large-scale multi-academy trust website design project. It brought together clarity, consistency, and individuality across a family of schools. Read his reflection on the project below.

      A laptop mockup of The Brooke Weston Trust

      One of my favourite projects this year was working with Brooke Weston Trust. Working with a trust so committed to its students, staff, and wider community made it such a rewarding piece of work. Right from the start, it was clear the new sites needed to show the Trust’s ambition, inclusivity, and focus on student growth, while still letting each school showcase its own personality.

      Mockups of The Brooke Weston Trust on a mobile and tablet

      The existing website had been well regarded in the past, but it no longer reflected the trust’s current values or priorities. The brief was to create a more inclusive, transparent, and student focused online presence. It also needed to better represent how the trust works today.

      A really important part of the Trust site was making sure the governance committees were easy to find and navigate. It was all about giving people clear, accessible information and showing that the Trust’s structure is approachable and transparent, something parents, staff, and the community really value. We focused on clear layouts, intuitive navigation, and accessible content, ensuring visitors could quickly find what they needed.

      The Brooke Weston Trust visuals on a dark background

      Designing school websites that feel connected but not identical

      Another big consideration was making sure each school felt unique, while still part of the wider Trust family. We worked closely with the Trust so every school could showcase its own identity. Each now has access to its full colour range and brand palette, giving them creative freedom while staying aligned with the overall Trust identity. I loved seeing how each school added its own flair to its content,  it really brought the concept of “Siblings, not clones” to life.

      As the project progressed, we worked through a series of refinements to ensure the layouts, visuals and content reflected the Trust’s preferences. We focused on the finer details, including the presentation of key messages and how the map illustrated the Trust’s coverage. Working closely together throughout made a noticeable difference to the final result.

      The Brooke Weston Trust 'Our Schools' page

      Showcasing training, CPD, and staff development across the trust

      The Trust’s training and CPD offer was something they were proud to ‘show off’. We built a single hub for staff development opportunities across all schools, making it easy for prospective staff to see the wide range of courses available and for current staff to access details and book themselves in.

      This approach not only strengthened the Trust’s recruitment message but also reinforced its commitment to investing in staff at every stage of their career. By bringing everything into one clear, accessible space, the CPD offer now feels joined-up, purposeful and easy to engage with, supporting both attraction and retention across the Trust.

      The Brooke Weston Trust news module on their website

      Visually, the sites strike a modern, professional tone, balanced with warmth from the Trust’s branding, such as the handwritten-style “This is Us” and the welcoming animated graphics.

      Seeing the sites go live across the Trust and all 12 schools has been a real highlight for me this year. It is great to be part of a project where the end result not only looks strong but genuinely supports the Trust’s mission and the communities it serves.

      Brooke Weston Trust on a laptop mockup

      Thinking about a multi-academy trust website redesign

      If you are reviewing your current trust website or considering a multi-academy trust website redesign, I would be happy to talk through what this could look like for your organisation.

      At Cleverbox, we work with schools and trusts to create clear, accessible websites that support identity, consistency, and long-term growth. If you would like to explore a similar approach for your trust, please get in touch with our team.

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    • A bespoke website for Woodhouse College: their Cleverbox journey

      Woodhouse College is one of London’s most respected sixth form colleges, known for its high academic standards, vibrant student community and strong emphasis on personal development. When they approached Cleverbox to refresh their website and deliver a full suite of photography, they were looking for an online presence that matched the quality of their provision and captured the character of their environment.

      Woodhouse College new website by Cleverbox on laptop
      Woodhouse College Website

      Understanding the college and its aims

      The aim was simple: a site that felt welcoming, informative and genuinely reflective of life at Woodhouse.

      Before designing anything, our team spent time getting to know the qualities that make Woodhouse such a popular choice for students across London. Their academic results are exceptional, but so is their commitment to accessibility, diversity and wellbeing. It was important that the new website balanced both achievement and warmth.

      Snippet of Woodhouse College new website by Cleverbox

      With a broad mix of A Level subjects, enrichment opportunities and student support, the college relies heavily on its website to communicate clearly with prospective students. The depth of information required a layout that felt calm, structured and intuitive, particularly for families navigating the admissions process for the first time.

      This is where bespoke design becomes essential, because instead of forcing a large amount of content into a rigid framework, we were able to build the architecture of the website around the rhythm of student behaviour, creating a journey that feels natural for each audience.

      Bringing the college to life through authentic photography

      Photography played a major role in shaping the new site. Real imagery allows students and families to connect with a college long before they visit in person, helping them understand the atmosphere, energy and community they might eventually join.

      Woodhouse College photography by Cleverbox

      Our photographer spent time around the college capturing real lessons and everyday interactions. These images became central to the design, influencing colour choices, spacing and the overall tone. Genuine candid moments give the site a sense of honesty and presence that stock imagery or amateur photos simply cannot. Schools often wonder whether photography is worth the investment, but the Woodhouse project demonstrates how significantly it can enhance a website, giving it depth, personality and authenticity.

      “Working on the Woodhouse College website was really enjoyable. It’s great to see how the new site brings the college to life online, makes things easier for students and parents, and reflects the friendly, welcoming environment that’s so special there.
      Dan Meeks (Account Manager)

      Building a structure that works for every user

      Once the visual direction was clear, we shaped the overall structure of the website to support each type of user in a way that felt natural and easy to move through, because Woodhouse College serves a wide audience and their website holds a significant amount of content, meaning clarity and organisation were essential.

      Prospective students needed simple pathways to explore subjects, understand expectations and gain a sense of the college culture, while parents and carers needed clear information about admissions, communication channels and support, and this variety of needs required a custom structure that could guide users confidently without creating unnecessary complexity. Woodhouse also has a number of internal platforms for admissions, alumni and vacancies, all of which needed to be carefully considered when designing the structure of the new site. One of the core advantages of a bespoke website is that the architecture is shaped around real user behaviour rather than the constraints of a template, which allows pages to be grouped logically and allows information to be presented in a way that feels effortless.

      Woodhouse College's new website by Cleverbox on iPad

      A design that reflects the personality of the college

      The new Woodhouse College website uses a clean, calm and modern visual style that mirrors their academic ambition and the welcoming tone of their environment, and this personality shaped every design decision, from spacing and colour to typography and the way images sit alongside content.

      Many schools often struggle to strike the right tone between corporate and informal. Woodhouse College needed a design that felt professional without losing warmth, and modern without feeling trend-led. The finished result captures the confidence of a high-achieving sixth form while remaining approachable and inclusive.

      Supporting the admissions journey

      For sixth form colleges, admissions is a central part of communication, and the website plays a pivotal role in guiding families through the process in a way that feels calm and clear, making the journey more accessible and reassuring.

      In the Woodhouse College site, the admissions information is organised in a simple, structured way that reduces confusion and gives prospective students a smooth path from initial interest to application, with A Level course information, guidance pages and key dates all presented with clarity.

      When schools invest in thoughtful admissions design, they see families engage more confidently, because a well-structured website communicates professionalism and care.

      Woodhouse College's new website by Cleverbox on a mobile

      Helping Woodhouse stand out

      The Woodhouse College project shows what can be achieved when design, photography and structure work together with a clear understanding of a school’s identity. The result is a website that is intuitive, authentic and built to last.

      A bespoke website provides clarity, authenticity and longevity, helping families understand who you are before they even visit, and supporting your staff with a platform that is easy to manage and built to grow. If you are considering refreshing your website or creating something entirely new, a tailored approach can help you tell your story with confidence and impact.

      To discuss a bespoke website for your school or trust, please get in touch with the Cleverbox team, we would be very happy to help you begin your journey.

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    • Rebranding Success for St Wilfrid’s Sixth Form College

      Helping schools strengthen their identity through rebranding is at the heart of what we do at Cleverbox, so partnering with St Wilfrid’s Sixth Form College has been an exciting and rewarding journey from start to finish. What began as a branding request quickly grew into a full-scale project covering design, digital development and print, bringing together everything we do best.

      Building a Strong, Unified Brand

      The first stage of the rebranding project was to develop a new logo for both the Trust and the Sixth Form. St Wilfrid’s were seeking something refreshed and modern, but still clearly connected to the long-established identity of the main academy. Our design team explored a range of concepts before creating a final logo that strikes the perfect balance between heritage and contemporary appeal.

      The new brand now gives the Trust, the school and the Sixth Form a shared visual identity, something especially important as the organisation continues to grow and evolve.

      Three New Websites Designed to Work Seamlessly

      Once the branding was complete, we moved on to designing and building three fully bespoke websites for St Wilfrid’s Academy, St Wilfrid’s Sixth Form College and St Wilfrid’s Academy Trust. 

      Each website was crafted to be intuitive, user-friendly and visually consistent with the updated branding. Clear navigation, accessible layouts and strong design elements help ensure that students, parents, staff and prospective families can quickly find what they need.

      By developing all three websites simultaneously, we were able to create a smooth and cohesive online presence, each site has its own purpose, but together they form a strong, unified digital identity.

      A Fresh Sixth Form Prospectus

      With the websites ready to launch, St Wilfrid’s approached us to design a new Sixth Form prospectus to complement the updated brand.

      This prospectus pairs elegant layouts with premium colours, high-quality photography and a warm, welcoming style. It highlights the Sixth Form experience from every angle, its aspirations, its supportive culture and the opportunities available for students preparing for their next steps.

      The finished piece feels modern, confident and aligned across every page with the new St Wilfrid’s brand.

      St Wilfrid's Sixth Form College Prospectus

      Campaign Visuals to Support Ongoing Marketing

      To complete the project, we also developed a set of marketing campaign visuals for St Wilfrid’s to use across digital platforms, transport advertising and print materials. These assets ensure they can continue promoting the Sixth Form with a consistent, recognisable and professional look.

      St Wilfrids bus signage
      St Wilfrids digital signage
      St Wilfrids prospectus design
      St Wilfrids leaflet

      A Project We’re Proud Of

      Working with St Wilfrid’s has been a pleasure throughout the entire process. Their enthusiasm for the project made it easy to craft a brand and digital presence that reflects who they are and where they’re heading.

      From logo development and website design to print and campaign materials, we’re proud to have supported every stage of this transformation. We look forward to seeing the new identity continue to grow and inspire the school community.


      If you’re interested in refreshing your school branding, website or prospectus, get in touch with us today at team@cleverbox.co.uk or on 0208 466 7222.

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    • Ellesmere College: School website design & photography

      We’re pleased to introduce the vibrant school website design for Ellesmere College, a large SEN school on the outskirts of Leicester City.

      This collaboration delivers elegant school website design, intuitive navigation, and integrated modules to align with the College’s aims in delivering key information to parents and reinforcing their identity.

      Ellesmere College website design

      A new era for Ellesmere College

      Right from the start, Ellesmere set out with a bold but well-defined goal: A school website design that embodies Ellesmere College.

      The refreshed site captures the distinctive character of Ellesmere, shaped by its values of respect, responsibility, independence, confidence, resilience, and teamwork. It celebrates the motto “Be your best, be happy, believe!” through rich visuals, dynamic storytelling, and immersive content. Visitors to the homepage are greeted by colourful images of the grounds, academic life, facilities, and the breadth of opportunities that reflect life at Ellesmere.

      Working with Cleverbox was an absolute pleasure. They took the time to truly understand our needs and translated them into a brilliant design that exceeded our expectations.
      Jo Marshall, Strategic Resources Manager

      Ellesmere College meet the team module

      Simplifying Key Information

      One of the project’s core aims was to streamline the pathway to key information for prospective families and the administrative team. The new website includes tools for policy management so that core information is efficiently managed, and clear calls-to-action clearly guide families to the information they require.

      As well as the key policies, another important feature for the college was allowing parents to ‘put a face to the name’ of the skilled staff that care for their children everyday. The inclusion of a ‘meet the team’ style staff section, for staff at both locations, allows parents to learn all about the team at Ellesmere.

      Ellesmere College website designs

      Professional Photography to capture college life

      A standout feature of this project is the inclusion of professional photos by Cleverbox’s skilled Photographer. From classrooms and sensory rooms to wonderful shots of the grounds and the student & staff interactions, every shot was crafted to show the warmth of the community and the breadth of opportunity at Ellesmere. These images provide authenticity, energy, and a lasting first impression, ensuring the website reflects the daily life and ethos of the College.

      Cleverbox’s service has been professional, responsive, and reliable throughout the entire process. Meeting every deadline without compromise and offering highly competitive pricing. We couldn’t be happier with the results and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone looking for a top-tier web development partner.”
      Jo Marshall, Strategic Resources Manager

      Ellesmere College School website tablet graphic
      Ellesmere College website mobile graphic
      Ellesmere College School photography
      Ellesmere College: School website photography

      The launch of Ellesmere College’s new school website design marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for the school. The platform not only enhances how families engage with them but also celebrates the values and community that make Ellesmere unique.

      Working with Ellesmere College on this project has been great. The new site reflects the school’s vibrancy and fantastic support they provide their students, and it’s rewarding to see how positively it has been received.
      Dan Meeks, Account Manager at Cleverbox

      If you are looking for SEN school website design & development, get in touch with our team today.

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    • Cleverbox launch new websites for TKAT

      Here at Cleverbox we are proud to showcase the recent website projects launched for The Kemnal Academies Trust.

      As one of the largest Multi Academy Trusts in the UK, comprising 45 academies, our task was to design and launch a family of sites that not only ensured consistency across primary and secondary academies but also allowed for the management of content, such as policies, announcements and promotional banners, by the central team. 

      The Kemnal Academies Trust website design

      Delivering a project as comprehensive as this meant investing real time in the planning and rollout of sites as well as regular, open communications with the TKAT team. To ensure we could add as much value as possible within the scope of works we initially led a full ‘discovery’ process whereby the wider ambitions of the Trust could be discussed, meaning that the end results perfectly matched their longer-term strategy and objectives.

      Cleverbox

      Our lead Account Manager for the project, Emily Morgan, underlines the importance of experienced and specialist project management:

      From the very beginning, we made it a priority to establish strong, open dialogue built on regular project check-ins and a commitment to ensuring our whole team understood the vision and ambitions of the Multi Academy Trust both within and beyond the website project. This level of engagement was a key factor in the project’s success; we were able to act as an extension of the TKAT team, sharing ideas and innovations whilst navigating any potential pitfalls together.

      Working with a Multi Academy Trust of this size meant factoring in the requirements of academies across all phases. With the work we have done to date, supporting over 1,000 schools in their website, marketing and recruitment initiatives we are perfectly placed to advise and engage with a wide range of school leaders to ensure they felt connected to the project and would become ambassadors for its outcomes.

      Our Creative Director, Darren Pinner, adds:

      The challenge of designing impactful marketing that works across a range of schools and audiences requires a specialist approach. The new TKAT sites give schools the flexibility to tailor some design elements to their specific requirements whilst also remaining true to the wider TKAT brand guideline. This is a perfect example of moving away from the one-size-fits-all framework and allowing schools to speak to their families through the website with authenticity on a school to parent level.

      The Kemnal Academies Trust website design 2

      With any project of this nature the proof is always in the pudding and so we are pleased to share the thoughts of TKAT themselves:

      Cleverbox created new websites for our 45 academies as well as our Trust; they exceeded our expectations, and the sites look fantastic across all devices. The Cleverbox team provided outstanding support throughout the process—always responsive, helpful, and genuinely invested in our success. Highly recommended!

      TKAT Logo
      TKAT School mobile graphic
      TKAT Photography
      Smarden Primary School mobile graphic

      Emily sums up her final thoughts upon completion of the project:

      Knowing how proud the team at TKAT is of the final outcome makes all the hard work worthwhile, it’s a project I am personally very proud of and it stands as a great example of what can be achieved with clear communication and teamwork.

      If you are planning on embarking on a new website project for your Multi Academy Trust please reach out to us here at Cleverbox and we would be happy to meet and discuss how our specialist approach can help you to deliver not only fantastic results, but a family of sites that work hard for your recruitment and growth plans as well as giving your schools something they can be truly proud of. 

      If you would like to arrange a meeting with one of our industry experts about an upcoming Multi Academy Trust project,  contact us at https://www.cleverbox.co.uk/contact

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