Registration, Networking & Breakfast

Chairs Welcoming Address

This panel discussion to kickstart the day will feature panellists from MATs and Organisations, this discussion will set the scene for the rest of the day and address "where are we, here and now?"

We consider Labour’s position on MAT growth along with their proposed employment law and employee relation changes. This session will outline strategic and practical issues for consideration for growing your MAT effectively from a people perspective.

Growing a Multi Academy Trust through purposeful collaboration with like-minded leaders to cultivate the best practices that serve communities and beyond.  Growth which pivots on a shared educational ambition and philosophy occurs organically; Three Spires Trust has grown by aligning organisations who share the vision for Education to be truly relevant to the twenty- first century.

Did you know catering is one area where you can make significant savings without compromising on quality? This presentation will introduce our revolutionary premium, pre-prepared school catering model, which is helping schools deliver the control and flexibility of in-house catering whilst achieving immediate savings of 15-20% on catering with zero compromises on quality and safety.

Morning Break, Networking and Refreshments

Sharing our journey of growth; the things we got right and those we didn't.

The session will cover; - Importance of good estates management, and implication of not implementing a robust plan for estate management - Academy Handbook – What has changed and what is the implications on estates management - Key tools for effective estate management - Developing a strategy to support effective estate management and planning for sustainable and successful growth.

How do you position your organisation for growth, both internally and externally and create the narrative of a ‘High quality Trust’? In this session we will look at the challenges and opportunities ahead and give you the tools to ensure your Trust has the edge. We will also look at how your Trust vision can inspire staff, children, and other stakeholders through innovative, and effective communication strategies.

Lunch and Networking Break

The presentation will be delivered by TGE Solutions, the UK’s leading provider of Audit and Procurement services to the Education Sector, specialising in Telecoms, IT and Broadband. Discover how a strategic approach to telecoms can lead to significant cost reductions, improved communications and simplified management. You’ll receive advice on building a telecoms strategy, different approaches that Trusts can take and how to procure the right phone system for your Trust. Additionally, you’ll learn some common mistakes that Trusts make and how to avoid them.

This session will explore the benefits - and potential pitfalls - or developing a Trust across a broad geographical area. It will focus approaches to leadership and organisational development that build identity, culture and agency to improve performance.

Complimentary Drinks Reception