The writer, who taught at a school for 23 years, criticizes the trend of converting grant-maintained schools into independent entities like foundation schools and academies. They argue that this shift, ultimately leading to multi-academy trusts accountable to central government, has created unaccountable organizations akin to privatized local education authorities (LEAs). The writer advocates for returning state schools to LEA control to ensure they serve the local community effectively.
The unaccountable academy model is failing our schools and students | Letters
Updated on April 27, 2024