Academy Trust Transition Q&A

An email address has been set-up for parents/carers to submit questions regarding the transition to the new Academy Trust - wykequestions@wyke.kite.academy

Questions received will be collated by the school office and passed to the Governors who will answer questions.

What is the current status of the transition?

Due diligence (the period of fact finding to understand everything from finance, technology & property through to curriculum & school systems) has identified one main issue that needs to be resolved in order for the transition to progress. It relates to the reception building, as the current building and land is owned by Guildford Borough Council (GBC), not the school. The Department for Education (DfE) have visited the school in preparation for a Capital Funding Bid decision expected during May. We will keep you informed once the outcome is known, and as things progress. In parallel, Steve Meakin and the governors are working closely with SFET to develop a change management plan to ensure a smooth transition for all.

When will the move to SFET be completed?

The date for transition to SFET is unlikely to be confirmed until after the Capital Funding Bid decision (expected during May). However, the governors are working closely with the DfE, SFET and Kite with the aim to transition during the summer holidays. We will update you as soon as there are firm dates.

Will SFET be changing the name of the school & the uniform?

Thank you to everyone who provided input to the discussion regarding the school name and uniform. Your comments were both thoughtful and insightful. SFET have considered your feedback alongside their own previous experience. Once the Capital Funding Bid decision has been made, SFET intend to communicate directly with parents regarding this matter. 

Has a new Headteacher been appointed to take over once the school has moved to SFET?

Recruitment is underway and Governors are involved.