MULti academy trust consultation March 29th 2017

Strategic thinking The Governor role is to consider political direction and how this may impact on children, the school and the community. March 2016 Government declare that all schools will become an academy by 2022. The Governing Body had already anticipated this option and had been in discussion with the Local Authority for a period of time. Headteacher had been having informal discussions around options and impact for Peterborough schools. April 2016 the School Development Day focuses on the options available for John Clare Primary. Governmental change in positon. Options appraisal

The future…? The role of the LA is diminishing. 73% of Peterborough schools have already converted or in discussions. National Funding Formula – winners and losers. DfE shift from a small number of large MAT’s to a large number of small MAT’s. Data supports this recommendations. Lord Nash – Academies Show, Birmingham Nov 2016…

Lord Nash – Academies Show, Birmingham Nov 2016… “The best way to improve schools is through school to school support. It has been increasingly acknowledged the best way to do that is through MATs.” Peterborough Self-Improving School led system – inspiring and supporting each other (2013-2017) John Clare part of pilot project, working with Nene Valley and Heritage Park as a triad. Positive benefits evidenced for school, staff and children. Local cluster of schools (SOKE Cluster) working together to improve children’s outcomes is historical. Shared understanding of locality and local communities.

Options available Plan a - do nothing – stay with the Local Authority Plan b - Join an existing Mat Plan c - Form a MAT – sat in the driving seat There is no plan D, e or f…

What will the school look like in October 2017?

Members Trust Exec Headteacher Headteacher Sch A MAT Lead Aspect 1 Local Governors Sch B MAT Lead Aspect 2 Sch C MAT Lead Aspect 3

5 Could be existing Governors Members 5 Could be existing Governors Trust 7-9 Directors Representing the founding Schools Exec Headteacher /Governors With Autonomy and wider MAT Lead Role + Executive Accountability to the Trust/Members/DfE Headteacher/Governors Founding members

Long term strategy Members 5 Could be existing Governors Trust 7-9 Directors Representing the founding Schools Exec Headteacher With Autonomy and wider MAT Lead Role + Executive Accountability to the Trust/Members/DfE Headteacher Long term strategy School brokered by RSC for support School looking to join a MAT makes an approach School looking to join a MAT makes an approach

WITTERING PRIMARY SCHOOL Werrington Primary School The Soke Multi Academy Trust –SMAT Soke learning Trust – slt soke academy trust - soat                                      WITTERING PRIMARY SCHOOL Learning to Fly High Werrington Primary School Working together Proudly celebrating our achievements Supporting one another

wHY? Three uniquely great schools and communities One VISION Collaborating to be the very best we can be Enabling all children to succeed and raise attainment Wider System Leadership Supporting others In the driving seat

John Clare Primary school Smallest school in Peterborough, situated in a small rural village. Currently have 111 pupil on role. Ofsted October 2016 remain Good, ‘John Clare Primary School remains an exciting place to learn’. ‘Our children are thriving and progressing incredibly well academically, personally and socially. The ethos of the school can be seen in everything that staff do’. Outcomes for children is good. Results are in line or above national with more able children achieving above national. Strengths – ethos of the school, curriculum, extended learning opportunities, EYFS, Maths and the arts

Werrington Primary school 2 form entry primary school – 420 NOR. Current Ofsted Grade 2. Regional School’s Commissioner backing WPS to form a MAT – LA supportive of this too. Track record of high achievement - GOOD capacity to maintain, Sig+ data 2016 – top Primary School in Peterborough League Tables. Staff with system leadership roles – Local Leader of Education, current LA Moderator role. Leadership Structures embedded - 2 Deputy Headteachers (including one un-attached Mathematics Mastery and part of the Maths Hub dedicated role), Team Leaders EYFS/Y1+2/Y3+4/Y5+6, Unattached SENCO 60%, Pupil Premium Lead 20%. Learning Mentors in place – increased capacity to reflect changing cohorts. Webster Stratton trained TA’s leading Parent Support Groups. Currently working to further improve writing outcomes across the school and have launched IMPACT in Writing.

Wittering Primary school WPS cohort is approx. 2/3 service chn. Curr 336 chn. Significantly higher than normal turnover of pupils – weekly changes. Ofsted February 2016 remain good. Key results in line or above NA over time. Priorities for this year – review new assessment procedures, further cross scrutiny of work with other schools, academisation. No exclusions, attendance above NA. Good Staff team, morale good. Strengths in pupil transition, running kitchen, mobility, SEN (Sensory Room), bid funding. Run our own families centre – offers 0-5 as well as school age support. Funded by bids and ourselves.

Immediately and Over time Sharing of expertise by all schools across the MAT to improve pupil outcomes. Innovations collectively launched and supported across the MAT to improve provision for pupils. Efficiency savings working collaboratively and common platforms for administrative and reporting functions. CPD and school improvement projects across the MAT to maintain and raise standards. Sharing of good practice from all schools to support and impact on sponsored school. A developmental approach – scalable and responsive. Where opportunities arise consideration will be made to consider streamline if it makes a difference for pupils.

Next steps….. Register of Interest has been completed Stakeholder consultation Due diligence Drawing up of Articles of Association and Scheme of Delegation Application submitted and agreed by Headteachers Board and Regional Schools Commission Final agreement by Governing Body Conversion

Any questions…