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To find out more about how we can help you please read about some of our successful projects below. For more case studies, please see our archive.
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Three Spires Trust - Formation of new Multi Academy Trust

In December 2020, Andrew Warren the RSC for the West Midlands approved the formation of the new Three Spires Trust.  Formed by the Diocese of Lichfield and working alongside Gail Khan Associates the new Trust (Three Spires) opened its doors to schools in April 2021.  Initially the Trust is proposed to comprise of four schools with three now already in the Trust, these includes; St Peter’s Collegiate Academy, The King’s Wolverhampton (joined 1 May 2021), St Thomas CofE Primary Academy, Kidsgrove and The King’s CofE Academy, Kidsgrove (both joined 1 April 2021).

Venerable Dr David Lee, Chair of the Trust Board

The task to form a new Trust from scratch and convert 3 schools all in 3 months was a huge job and I am certain that without the help of Gail Khan Associates we would have struggled to achieve it. The team provided a structure and framework to work within ensuring we followed detailed processes and delivered on time.  GKA communications throughout were second to none.  Knowing we had this expertise and capacity to call on meant we could concentrate on developing our education, finance and governance structures so they were fit for purpose and robust from day one.  The team at GKA brought best practice to the Trust, whether additional expertise during recruitment, procurement processes or developing our own internal resource – all of which we are really grateful for.  We would happily use GKA again – thank you for everything

Together Learning Trust - Creation of a new Multi Academy Trust in Calderdale & Kirklees

In November 2017, GKA were asked to project manage the facilitation of the creation of a new Multi Academy Trust across Calderdale & Kirklees.  The new trust called Together Learning Trust consists of 5 schools (primary and secondary) including 2 PFI schools.  The new MAT opened on 1 April 2019 with the first 5 schools all in the MAT by the 1 September 2019.  GKA were also instrumental in organising the recruitment of the new CEO and CFO of the Trust.

David Lord, Chief Executive Officer, Together Learning Trust

Gail and Melanie were fantastic support for our team and the Board of Trustees throughout our journey to become a MAT.  Their organisation and co-ordination kept us on track ensuring we achieved all deadlines required and ultimately that our Trust was formed on time with all 5 founder schools on board for 1 September.  Friendly, knowledgeable, exceptionally diligent but most of all perceptive to the exact requirements to the huge range of audiences being engaged.  Nothing was too much trouble.  Top Class!

Dales Academies Trust - Creation of New Church of England Multi-Academy Trust in North Yorkshire

In April 2017, GKA were commissioned to deliver a new Church of England MAT in North Yorkshire.  Consisting of 10 schools (1 secondary and 9 primary) the new MAT opened on time in November 2017.  GKA were responsible for overall project management leading on consultation, HR, legal and project tasks.  We are pleased to say the project was delivered on time and within budget.

Since forming the Trust, GKA have managed 4 further school conversions with the latest school Carnagill Primary joining Dales on 1 April 2020

Damian Chubb, Chief Executive Officer, Dales Academies Trust

GKA delivered a structure and framework to enable the schools to clearly see what was needed and by when.  The team provided clarity on roles and responsibilities and associated deadlines, enabling leaders to lead their schools whilst conversion ran in parallel led by Gail and her team.  GKA are an extremely supportive project management company and we look forward to working with them in the future.

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