St. Bart’s Academy Trust “Evolving Management and Governance Structures”

Innovative and successful provider with a National Reputation for Excellence  The Britannia Teaching School Alliance specialising in School to School Support and Professional Development  National Support School / National Leader of Education, 2 LLE’s and 25 SLE’s on register  Currently supporting 23 local schools through the Britannia Teaching School Alliance across three Local Authorities  A highly respected school support contract provider for the DFE, Lichfield Diocese and Local Authority School Improvement Divisions

St. Bart’s Academy Trust aims to deliver the following:  Consistently good and outstanding outcomes for children  Sustained success which is ambitious for the future  Collaborative Partnership Working  Proven Capacity to working with schools in “special measures” and beyond  Visionary and determined leadership, with a clear focus on developing talent and succession planning  High Quality Accredited CPD

Leadership and Governance  Evolving structure building on previous model, with agreed accountabilities and responsibilities  Delegated authority and responsibility  Local accountability  Inclusive approach / hands on  Succession planning

DELEGATED ACCOUNTABLE RESPONSIBLE St Bart’s Trust Board Executive / Operational Board Local Governing Body Principal RESPONSIBLE FOR STANDARDS AND LEGAL AND STATUTORY OBLIGATIONS KEY

Trust Board of Directors Executive / Operational Board Central Management Team CEO Strategic Overview and ultimate decision making rights Strategic oversight of the academies and mitigation of risk Day to Day oversight of the academies (Finance / Health and Safety, Procurement) and management and mitigation of risk Strategic Lead, who bridges the Trust Board, the Executive Board and the academies Governance Model at Trust Level

Current Governance Model at School Level See Matrix of delegation Principal Local Governing Body Accountable for standards, finance, personnel, health and safety and effective leadership of the academies (Chair is Trust Board Appointment) Day to day operational running of the academy (works with LGB and CEO to implement the strategic vision and improvement plan

Future Governance Model at School Level Streamlined Local Governing Body Maximum of 9 governors, including a link officer of the Trust Accountable for standards and safeguarding at school level (Chair is Trust Board Appointment) Principal Day to day operational running of the academy (works with LGB and CEO to implement the strategic vision and improvement plan) See Matrix of delegation

Excellent Track Record of Working With Schools to Improve Outcomes for Pupils EXAMPLE:  Oakefield Primary and Nursery School “special measures” September 2011, (9 Headteachers in previous 12 years). “Satisfactory and rapidly improving”, March 2012 – out of category.  New St Michael’s Academy, Ofsted rated GOOD June 2015.

Excellent Track Record of Working With Schools to Improve Outcomes for Pupils EXAMPLE:  Cranberry Academy “special measures” February 2012 “Satisfactory and rapidly improving”, March 2013 – out of category. Ofsted rated GOOD May 2015.

Excellent Track Record of Working With Schools to Improve Outcomes for Pupils EXAMPLE:  St Nathaniel’s Academy (awaiting inspection) Predecessor school KS2 combined R, W & M 24% 2013 before intervention (3 rd worst performing primary in England). Area of high deprivation, 125 children on at risk register.  2015 KS2 results improved to 75% combined. KS1 at national average for APS.

What they “say” about us: Complete passion, drive and commitment for educating the next generation [Kath Oakley, Headteacher Weston Coyney Infant School] I just wanted to say thank you for your support today – you were definitely in the right place at the right time. [ SLT member at Cranberry] I just wanted to say thank you for your support today – you were definitely in the right place at the right time. [ SLT member at Cranberry] The relationship between Oakefield and Belgrave is extremely effective mainly because it is based on honesty, trust, enthusiasm and commitment to move forward. [Molly Stone, Chair of Governors] Staff who spoke with the inspector were keen to pay tribute to the inspirational leadership of the executive headteacher and the vital contribution of skilled leaders from Belgrave Academy [HMI 2011] Thanks for a brilliant day, the course leaders were inspirational [Post-NPQH candidate] We were very impressed by so many things that we saw. [Headteacher Clarice Cliff Primary] You have had a significant impact on us all, staff and governors alike. [School Governor] I now have a good network with teachers from other schools [ITP trainee]

Looking Ahead…… Eight Academies  A local and national centre of excellence for Early Years and Primary Provision.  Excellent outcomes for all children  A vibrant and fun curriculum that enriches the lives of all  A strong contributor and full participant in local and regional partnerships  Schools to be proud of “The road to success is always under construction”

HENRY FORD KNEW A THING OR TWO about collaboration and success. Among his many quotations this one seems an appropriate way to sum up our vision: “Coming together is a beginning Staying together is progress Working together is success.” “Achieving schools and caring communities” HENRY FORD ( )