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Ellenborough House, Wellington Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1YD
We’re hosting a joint conference with ISBL on the 24 April 2024, where we will discuss a wide range of issues that will affect maintained schools and academies both now and into the future.
We have put together an exciting agenda for your senior leadership team and trustees, with industry leading experts to provide you with the latest advice and guidance including:
| Time | Topic |
| 8.30 - 9.00 | Registration and networking with coffee |
| 9.00 - 9.10 | Welcome introduction from Kristine Scott, Head of Education team and Stephen Lester, Trustee of ISBL (former Chair) |
| 9.10 - 9.45 | Emma Swann, Head of Academies, Martin Hughes, CEO of SAND Academies Trust Embracing SEND and inclusivity whilst knowing how your school can challenge unsuitable EHCP placements. |
| 9.45 - 10.20 | Stephen Morales, Chief Executive of ISBL, and Stephen Lester, Trustee of ISBL (former Chair) An overview of what's on the political horizon post-election, and ensuring robust governance, with a keen eye on assurance and an update on the Academies Trust Handbook. |
| 10.20 - 10.55 | Coral Peutrill, Associate, and Paul Watkins, Legal Director Keep calm and carry on – managing vexatious parental complaints and SARs. |
| 10.55 - 11.25 | Tea break and networking |
| 11.25 - 12.00 | David Butler, Partner, Bishop Fleming Accountants Finance update, including looking at the latest Academies Benchmarking Report. |
| 12.00 - 12.35 | Rachel Parkin, Partner, and Oliver Daniels, Partner What’s new in Employment: a look at flexible working and other hot topics. |
| 12.35 - 13.35 | Lunch and networking |
| 13.35 - 14.10 | Jonathan Edwards, Partner and Head of Insurance Crisis resistance: preparing for and responding to a crisis to protect your school’s reputation. |
| 14.10 - 14.45 | Morgan West, Partner, and Colin Jones, Head of Construction Legal Services Effective estates management: top tips for converting and transferring schools joining MATs, and where are we with RAAC and asbestos. |
| 14.45 - 15.00 | Closing and Q&A |
A full-day ticket for this conference costs £50 + VAT, and will be useful for CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Business Managers and Trustees. Therefore additional tickets can be purchased for colleagues within the same organisation for £25 + VAT.
In addition members of ISBL will receive a 10% discount on the price of a ticket.
After registering your ticket(s) you will be contacted closer to the time with more information on the event, including parking options and directions to the venue.
To book your space please fill in the form below.
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