Next Practice in System Leadership - Hailsham

Whole town governance and leadership of the five Every Child Matters (ECM) outcomes

Hailsham Partnership, Hailsham, East Sussex

The five schools in Hailsham (one secondary and four primary) are aiming to establish 'whole town' delivery of the five ECM outcomes across all phases. To achieve this they are creating new structures for 'whole town' leadership and governance of ECM outcomes across all phases of education.

The site is using the expertise of Hailsham Community School as a full-service extended school across the whole community. It is looking to create a governance arrangement which will agree strategic objectives, oversee implementation and be the ultimate accountable body for the town. An executive headteacher and an ECM development manager, working with the individual heads and a multi-agency group, are accountable for developing the plans, securing stakeholder support, and monitoring progress. This strong partnership is generating considerable momentum.