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Requirements
If the conversion is voluntary
The governing board must formally consult about your school's plans to convert into an academy.
If your school has received an academy order
You won't need to consult if your school is converting because it has received an academy order from the secretary of state.
However, before the secretary of state issues an academy order for a foundation school or voluntary school that has a foundation, it must consult:
- The trustees of the school
- The person or persons by whom the foundation governors are appointed
- The appropriate religious body (if your school has a religious character)
See sections 8 and 9 of the Education and Adoption Act 2016.
Who should we consult?
You should seek views from all stakeholders that will have an interest in your school changing its status, including:
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