Cover story
Flagship facilities
With schools more cash-strapped than ever, how can you deliver funding for new learning environments?
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uckets under leaking roofs and disintegrating or waterlogged pitches are just the most visible signs of
school estates being past their best. More than a decade of underfunding has led to a long list of much-needed capital improvements to make schools fit for purpose and able to provide the educational requirements of a fast-moving 21st century society. These are not things that can
be fixed overnight, particularly with so little government support forthcoming. So if you can’t get or are not eligible for CIF or SCA funding for capital improvements, how can you deliver new facilities? As this cover feature suggests, a
long-term strategy to generate a portfolio of income-generating
opportunities is crucial. This means developing relationships with trusts and foundations, businesses, alumni and all stakeholders in your school community to create a culture of giving. That’s why the small but
increasing number of schools that invest in a fundraiser (or development office), usually on a part-time basis, often have the edge. Overleaf, secondary academy head of development Emma Styles explains how her school delivered funding for a new MUGA in just one year. On page 12, she also provides invaluable insights into the key elements involved in building the foundations for a major capital appeal and long- term fundraising strategy.
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