focus-trust
Oldham
Our approach to all we do is governed by our commitment to make a positive
difference to children. We are a specialist primary-focused organisation as we
want to make sure that each school we work with is distinctive as a unique
primary school. Each school is an integral part of the Trust. This means that
they are involved in decision making for the Trust as a whole. When schools have
joined Focus-Trust we aim to: identify their needs and make sure these are
addressed; know how much impact their work is having on children’s academic
progress and well-being; be a self-sustaining, autonomous organisation; take
decisions about their preferred future; and work with the Focus-Trust team to
ensure highly effective governance. There is an expectation that successful
schools will work with others and share best practice. It is the responsibility
of every school to make a positive difference to others. This work will help to
build the capacity of the Focus-Trust and provide both CPD and career
opportunities for all staff. What makes the Focus-Trust distinctive? A 30 year
track record of our sponsor Focus Education supporting schools to be the best
they can be. A wealth of experience and practical resources matched to the needs
of the primary phase. A team of excellent people who work with schools across
England. A commitment to excellent primary practice. Effective systems and
procedures to ensure that the conversion to academy status is as smooth and
hassle-free as possible. A network of schools across England that work with
Focus Education, so can pull on a wealth of best primary practice. What are the
benefits of being part of the Focus-Trust? Supported through the conversion
process. Access to package of Focus Education consultancy support tailored to
your needs. You are the Trust! In other words, you take a role in the decision
making and steering the future direction of the Focus-Trust. Network and share
with other schools wider than your immediate locality. Access to reduced cost
CPD. Financial savings through economies of scale. On-going challenge and
support to ensure that leadership (including governance) enables the academy to
be the best it can be. Longer term career development opportunities for team
members. Gain academy freedoms and autonomy whilst being part of a wider family
offering security and collaboration. School-to-school support and CPD.
Comprehensive Responsive Professional Learning Programme We wanted to be an
academy but knew we didn’t want to go-it-alone. We chose to be part of the
Focus-Trust because we trust their school improvement expertise and have valued
their partnership approach.(Primary Headteacher) Every conversation is
professional development, we are improving every day. (Primary Headteacher)
