Academisation and Academy Trusts
Since the Academies Act 2010 schools have had the option to convert into an academy, joining a Trust separate from the local authority. In addition, if a school is judged by OfSTED to be ‘failing’ it can be directed to become an academy and will be sponsored by a strong multi-academy trust (MAT). The Bristol DBE encourages maintained schools to form positive collaborations and partnerships with all types of school, which could lead to joining a MAT.
