1. Introduction to Ormiston Academies Trust
Front slide for primary schools

2. Ormiston Academies Trust
What is OAT?
Ormiston Trust
Ormiston Academies Trust
Ormiston Families
“We have always been committed to supporting families and improving the life chances of young people. In 2006, we began to sponsor academies as the next logical step. Ormiston Academies Trust was formed in 2009 to ensure a solid infrastructure of support and management. OAT is a charity currently supporting 37 academies and creating a network of inspirational and inclusive Schools and academies who share the same values.”
Peter Murray OBE, Chairman, Ormiston Trust

4. OAT’s Primary Network
Ranked in top 2 out of 155 Multi Academy Trusts for school performance
Known and respected for offering a wide curriculum including enrichment opportunities
Primary network is very strong and collaborative

5. Reading Well above average 4.3 Writing Well above average 3.2
OAT’s Primary Track Record
OAT progress scores in reading, writing and maths
Reading Well above average 4.3
Writing Well above average 3.2
Maths Well above average 2.8

6. Regional Support Regional Networking National networking
Standardised processes and procedures
Curriculum
Self evaluation
Development planning
Recording and reporting
assessment

7. OAT support

8. How will it feel for staff?

9. How will it feel for pupils?

10. Next Steps Legals - Apply for permission to transfer the land
- Supplemental funding agreement
- Agree lease
- Agree transfer agreement
EAST/OAT
Approvals
To finalise
Transfer
Signing of legal documents
& DFE confirm transfer
Academies transfer to
OAT
Staffing - Transfer staff to Ormiston as new employer after formal consultation with staff and unions
- Implementation of HR/Payroll system
Stakeholder communications - Consultation website
- Briefings for staff and parents Formal feedback period about academy proposals and report to DfE
Education School Improvement plans
Agree governance arrangements
Academies’ finance - Install new financial system and train users
- Set up new bank accounts
- Insurance
IT - Review IT arrangements
- Set up addresses and web address
Branding - Prospectus
- Update academy websites
- Update academy logos