Leisure Centre Announcement

Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Ormiston Academies Trust have agreed a new management partnership for the New Horizons Sport and Leisure Centre to secure its long-term future for local residents, pupils, and sports clubs.

From Tuesday, 1st September 2026, day to day management of the centre in Chell will transfer to Ormiston Academies Trust, operating alongside our academy.

The centre will remain fully open to the public. The council’s Wellbeing and Leisure Services will continue running all school swimming, Learn to Swim programmes, group lessons, and public swim sessions. Community bookings and room hire will be managed by specialist provider Edu Lettings to keep access smooth and straightforward.

Principal Mr Fitzgibbon:

“New Horizons is a vital asset for our community. As well as supporting our students, it gives local residents, families, and sports clubs a great place to stay active. We are proud of our deep roots in this community and look forward to working closely with the council and local groups to build on the centre’s success.”