Academisation Support
Are you a Headteacher or Chair of Governors considering becoming a academy? The academisation process can seem confusing and overwhelming at first. There are many things to consider:
- What are the benefits of becoming an academy?
- How do we choose a multi-academy trust?
- What is the process like for staff and governors?
- How will our school change?
- What are the financial and legal implications of academising?
- What is the timeline of academisation?
Inspiring Futures Professional Development is part of the Inspiring Futures Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust in Buckinghamshire. We can provide impartial support and advice to any school that is considering academisation. We understand the importance of getting this decision right as there are no second chances!
Academisation Support
There are three steps to the support we can offer:
Step 1- We can speak to your governing body to give them an overview of the process, implications and benefits. Step 1 comes at no cost and will be in person or online (depending on your location). We can optionally include a brief introduction to our trust if you are considering us.
Step 2- We can support you to fully understand Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the due diligence process required before making a decision about academisation. It's important to have a very clear understanding of this process. Planning your due diligence ensures that you will get a full picture of each MAT that you are considering.
Step 3- At this stage, if you are considering IFPT, we cannot support any further in order to ensure it's a fiar process. If we are not on your lst of MATs to consider, then we can support you through the actual due dilgence process, including:
- Meeting MATs
- Visiting schools
- Debriefing your Governing Board with your due dilgence information
- The process of making the final decision
- Communication with the DfE
Cost of Step 2 and 3 Academisation Support
- £650 plus VAT per full day
- £350 plus VAT per half day
Make an enquiry
To enquire further about this support and have an initial conversation, please complete the form below.