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Converting to an academy

A smooth move to academy status

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Are you considering converting to an academy?

We have helped over 3,000 schools convert to academy status. Academy status removes the school from local authority control. Academies are, in effect, state funded independent schools. They have more responsibility, particularly for teaching, budgets and staffing. For more information on how to apply to convert to an academy, please refer to the DfE website.

Steps to converting to an academy

Whether you’re currently using SIMS, or you’re considering moving from an admin-focused management information system (MIS) to a school improvement system like ours, we are here to support you along the way.

Step 1

If you’re considering converting to an academy, contact our team as soon as possible. Email info@capita-sims.co.uk or call 0800 170 7005

Step 2

An initial telephone call will establish how you’re using your current MIS, your timelines for conversion and the level of support that you require.

Step 3

As an academy you will need to setup a new Financial Management System (FMS). Our Academy FMS Conversion Service can help you achieve the best possible start.

 

Step 4

You will be assigned a dedicated account manager. A telephone consultation will establish your requirements in more detail and we will schedule a date for your SIMS (and FMS) conversion.

Step 5

We have a range of training courses on offer to help you continually progress your knowledge and help your staff use SIMS more effectively.

Step 6

Once you have converted to an academy, you’ll be assigned a customer service manager who will work with you to help you get the most out of SIMS.

As an academy you will work directly with SIMS. You’ll have access to our service desk for technical support and My Account, our customer portal with numerous forums, top tips and other guidance documents to help you get the most from SIMS.

Helping you convert your financial management system

If you become an academy, you’ll need a new financial system to deal with the new financial year. SIMS Finance is our new finance solution for academies. It’s designed specifically for the education sector and meets academy financial management and reporting requirements.

Converting to an academy

The full power of SIMS

In addition to our support services, SIMS offers bespoke consultancy services can help you release the full potential of SIMS quickly, so you can start making an impact where you need to immediately. We also offer scheduled training courses at venues across the country, that are tailored specifically to the needs of academies academies.

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Get in touch to find out more about our solutions for MATs. In addition, you can browse our library of resources offering best practice and hints and tips for driving efficiency and improvement across your trust.

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