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Principal’s Survey for The Elliot Foundation

The annual Principal's Survey at The Elliot Foundation Academies Trust (TEFAT) took place in November 2021 with the final report and recommendations made to the Trust in December.  Over 26 schools participated in the review, they each responded to an online survey which was in turn followed up by a combination of physical and virtual meetings.  The review considers the impact of the Trust central capacity in support of the schools and also asks "3 Big Questions".  Feedback will now…

Formation of St Joseph’s Multi Academy Trust

Gail Khan Associates have been appointed Project Managers to support the Catholic Diocese of Liverpool in the formation of the St Joseph's Multi Academy Trust.  The Trust which is due to open in Spring 2022 will be home to over 12 Primary and Secondary schools across areas of the North West of England.

Governance Review for BDAT

During the autumn term the GKA team were commissioned by Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust to facilitate an external review of governance at the Trust.  A combination of review methods were used including online surveys, observations, focus group meetings and online/documentation research across all levels of their governance and leadership structure.  In December the final report and findings were shared with the Board of Trustees so they can move forward with their action planning in the new year and beyond.

Free School Presumption success for Dales Academies Trust

We are pleased to share in the success of Dales Academies Trust in their recent appointment as preferred sponsor to the new North Northallerton Primary Free School in North Yorkshire. The team at GKA supported the Trust in their first free school application providing the clarity of structure for the bid as well as offering detailed advice, sharing best practice and facilitating consultation activity. We cannot wait to get started in the pre-opening phase ready for opening to the first…

New Multi Academy Trust in Lichfield

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 include; St Peter’s Collegiate Academy, The King's Wolverhampton (joined 1.5.21), St Thomas CofE Primary Academy, Kidsgrove and…

Opening of Harry Watts Academy in Sunderland

Gail Khan Associates are pleased to announce the opening of Prosper Learning Trust's new school Harry Watts Academy in Sunderland on 1 September 2020.  Harry Watts Academy is a special school providing education for children aged 5-16 based in the city of Sunderland.  Starting with 8 pupils in the temporary site at Harraton and growing to 96 pupils by September 2022.

Handover of Harraton Building

Gail Khan Associates have been working with Prosper Learning Trust and the Local Authority in Sunderland to secure temporary accommodation for their new school Harry Watts Academy.  The temporary site will open in September with the permanent build being ready in 2021.  Prosper will receive the keys to the temporary site on 24 August where the finishing touches with furniture and equipment will be installed ready for the start of term.

Successful appointment on Northumberland Special Free School

Gail Khan Associates are proud to have supported Prosper Learning Trust with another successful Special Free School application this time in Northumberland.  We look forward to working with Prosper and the local authority through the pre-opening phase so we can create great things for pupils across the county and neighbouring regions

Planning ahead for the future

During these challenging times for everyone the team at GKA are offering the opportunity to support projects you have been meaning to start but physically haven’t had the resource or time to do so. Our services include the facilitation of major procurement projects including catering, finance, MIS and ICT or perhaps you are looking to move forward with your first external review of governance. Much of this work can be facilitated remotely and GKA are here to help. For an…

Carnagill Primary School joins Dales Academies Trust

GKA are pleased to announce the successful conversion of Carnagill Primary School converting to Academy status and joining Dales Academies Trust on 1 April 2020.  This is the 14th school to join the Trust since its formation in September 2017.  GKA were responsible for the overall project management ensuring the conversion was achieved on time and within budget.

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