Partners and stakeholders can play a huge role in the success of a trust school. Partners can include:
The level of involvement a partner has with a trust school will depend on the needs of the school and the resources available. The creation of a trust will allow firm foundations to be put in place allowing schools and partners to work together in the most effective way.
To identify the most appropriate partners a school must have a clear vision and focus. This will increase the engagement of partners and contribute to the long term success of the trust school. To be successful:
Further information on these points, including tips for implementing and sustaining partnerships are available in Trust schools and partners - guidance notes.
Schools on the supported schools programme have access to specialist consultancy to help with finding partners.
Key benefits to partners when they becoming involved with a trust school are the:
The flyer, Trust schools and businesses, can be included in your information for potential partners to give an overview of potential benefits. In addition, interested partners can see information specifically for them on the Trust and foundation schools website for partners.
The creation of a trust is the creation of a long-term partnership. It is therefore important to consider the sustainability of the trust and the ongoing support that a school can offer to partners.