Wednesday 6 June 2012

Schools' dilemma: To be or not to be an academy

Article on thisisnottingham.co.uk (June 6 2012)


"SWITCHING to academy status is a decision many head teachers have been faced with over the last three years.
And it isn't a quick or easy choice. It involves a long consultation process and can be the subject of heated debate.


A case in progress is Kimberley School. The school's governors have voted to pursue academy status, but opposition has arisen from parents, councillors and staff.
Teachers who are members of the National Union of Teachers (NUT) went on strike over the proposed change and further strikes are planned for June 13 and 14.
Now the Hands Off Our School campaign group has become the voice for people against the academy bid."




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