School Structures

Though many primary schools have chosen not to convert to academy status, the education landscape continues to change. If you are thinking of moving to academy status, are joining a MAT, or taking a new school into your multi academy trust, we have advice on the best way forward. We also look at how successful MATs are operating and the impact different school structures can have on teaching and learning.

David Laws Talks PISA, Assessments And ‘Hands-On’ Policymaking
SATs
- The former Schools Minister and now head of the Education Policy Institute shares his thoughts on how English schools compare globally, and recalls some ‘hands-on’ policymaking...
Nicky Morgan talks Character Education and her Days at the DfE
Teaching Practice
- The former Education Secretary discusses her enthusiasm for character education and shares some reflections on her days at the DfE...
Joining A MAT? Beware Those Multi-Academy Trust Monsters
Governance
- There are clear advantages to joining a MAT, says Hilary Goldsmith – but primaries need to know what they’re getting themselves into…
Primary Schools And Their Headteachers Make Great Multi-Academy Trust Leaders
MATs
- Vic Goddard explains why primaries shouldn't underestimate how much they have to offer MATs...
The Pressure’s Off - Now Meet a MAT
MATs
- With forced conversations now off the table, primaries can take a more considered approach to seeing whether academisation will work for them...