The following motion was agreed at National Council on the 18th June 2010:
‘NAHT believe that the decision to become an academy belongs to the individual governing body and head teacher in consultation with the staff and community.
Indeed we believe this choice should be available to all schools who think it is right for them not just those defined as outstanding, which risks perception of elitism
We will support our members who wish to make the choice and encourage them to build academies which
· Are educationally inclusive
· Commit to the welfare of students across their locality
· Have the trust and confidence of parents and staff
School leaders welcome greater freedom and will choose to use such freedom in a co-operative socially responsible manner retaining their belief in education as a proud public endeavour.
However academies legislation currently leaves more questions than answers making good decisions difficult at this time. We look forward to working with the government to clarify the procedures, and available finance, and provide practical guidance to members.’
