1. Registration
Firstly fill out an online registration form. The Department will contact you directly with further guidance and documentation. The person who contacts you will be your named support throughout the process. All schools must register using the online form before they can start stage 2.
2.Application to convert/eligibility checks
Submit a short application to convert form to your named DfE contact including the confirmation of a governing body resolution, the agreement of your foundation (if applicable) and confirmation of your outstanding rating from Ofsted. You will also discuss your in-principle agreement to support another school to help raise standards. The Secretary of State will confirm whether he is content for your school to proceed to the next stage.
3. Funding agreement
The Department will support your school to ensure all legal documents are completed relating to governance, land transfer and company registration. The Secretary of State will make an academy order and request the local authority to cease to maintain the school. This is subject to the successful passage of legislation. The current employer of the school staff will carry out a consultation on the transfer of staff under TUPE.
4. Pre-opening
Your school will need to set up new financial systems and contractual arrangements, completing registrations and ensuring that all CRB checks are carried out as necessary.
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