Foundation schools
Since 2006 all community schools – primary, secondary and
special - have had the option to investigate foundation status.
Foundation status leads to a change in governance of the school
such that the governing body:
- Becomes the employer of the school staff
- Becomes the admissions authority for the school within the
requirements of the School Admissions Code
- Takes on ownership of the school’s land and assets
Foundation schools remain local authority maintained
schools.