George Green advise on local school Academy conversion

Leading Black Country law firm George Green LLP have recently advised Holly Hall School Mathematics and Computing College on its conversion to The Holly Hall Academy.  The new Academy which opened its doors to students in September is a successful, mixed, 11-16 school located on the edge of the Russells Hall Estate.  The Headteacher is Graham Lloyd and the Chair of Governors is Michael Price. 

The conversion to Academy status took place after extensive consultation with staff and parents, and George Green LLP provided guidance throughout the process, liaising closely with the Governing Body.  As Holly Hall was a Foundation School until conversion, the Governing Body has experience in running a school successfully outside local authority control and hopes that the greater freedoms which Academy status brings will enable it to continue to improve and enhance the education of its students. 

The George Green advisory team was led by Corporate Associate Philip Round who in addition to his role as legal advisor was able to bring additional experience through his role as LEA Governor prior to the conversion, and he will continue to be a Governor of the Academy. 

The Holly Hall Academy Principal Graham Lloyd commented “The opening of The Holly Hall Academy is the latest chapter in the continuing success story of Holly Hall.  We are confident that, with the support we receive from parents, carers and the community, The Holly Hall Academy will continue to live up to its vision of “Excellence for Everyone”. 

George Green’s Philip Round said “Working closely with such a committed and enthusiastic body of governors and staff has been a rewarding experience.  It has been a pleasure to assist Holly Hall in realising its ambition to become an Academy, particularly as it performs such an important role in the local community.  I look forward to continuing to work with the Academy in my role as Governor, as it enters an exciting new era.”