A free seminar on aligning school support services
š Astrea Academy Trust, The Quadrant, 99 Parkway Ave, Sheffield, S9 4WG
šļø 15th July 2026
š 11:30 – 14:30
š„ Meal Provided
Are we making the best use of the expertise and resources we already have?
Across our region, maintained schools and trusts are facing increasing pressure on delivering quality support services (finance, HR, estates, IT, procurement, governance and SEND services). Much of this work is being done in parallel, creating duplication and stretching capacity.
This discussion-led seminar will bring together colleagues from schools and trusts to explore how support services can be strengthened through collaboration – freeing up capacity and releasing savings that can be reinvested back into classrooms.
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F&Qs
The half-day session may change based on discussions, however, we will aim to cover the following:
- Reducing unnecessary duplication
- Using existing skills more effectively
- Exploring practical collaboration
- Learning from existing best practice
The overall aim of this seminar is to explore the forming of a cross-school and trust working group to develop shared service opportunities locally.
This event is mainly aimed towards Headteachers, CFOs, Business Leaders, and Operational leads across maintained schools and academy trusts.
This event is open to all maintained schools and trusts. You do not need to be associated with the trust already.
Book your place
Please use this form to book your place on our seminar. If you are bringing additional colleagues please let us know via the relevant entry within the form.
If you have any queries, please fee free to call the trust on 01144 783 830 or email us at info@astreaacademytrust.org.