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"EFFECTIVELY START A K-12 SCHOOL OR COLLEGE... STEP-BY-STEP WITH THE LEADERS IN STARTING PRIVATE SCHOOLS"
FROM: The desk of Doug Halladay
DATE: Tuesday, 10:12 am
Dear Friend and Founder:
Consider this, starting your own school can be an extremely exciting and rewarding experience but one that you need to to get right the first time, since there is no second chance in making a first impression with your parents and students.
Here is a fact for you...starting an independent or private school requires exceptional planning, preparation, experience, and a commitment to a clear vision. Without a solid foundation and groundwork your structure will collapse. The mechanics needed to start a school can be challenging and rife with pitfalls. In today's complicated education environment, the need to work smarter and be ready for the first day of school operation is critical and can't be repeated. With proper pre-planning and expert guidance over a project’s life cycle, founders like you can be better prepared to start the school of your dreams and manage costs and project development efficiently, and establish a school to be proud of.
Halladay Education Group is an experienced private school consulting firm dedicated to providing you customized solutions to help you start your own independent-private school. With our effective systems, collective experience of specialized professionals, and our knowledge in starting and leading schools, we can guide you through the enormous challenges you will face.
But first let me ask you...why should you take on the pitfalls and stress that every group faces in starting a new private PreK to 12 school or post secondary institution when you could utilize our services and focus on the big picture – making your dreams a reality.
As you can understand, the tasks required to start a school are extensive and specific to your unique education sector and can be costly if not implemented correctly – in relation to profits, recognition, and the long-term implementation of your programs.
Here's a fact for you...by utilizing our services and wisdom we add value in many ways – you take advantage of professionals who have a proven background in leading schools and who are experienced in the mechanics of school formation. With our know-how we can put together a solid plan, assist you with meeting regulatory requirements, maximize enrollment, align your decisions with your vision, and ensure that your mission is achieved. Ultimately, you will build on this success in all other areas of your school's programs.
You've found the right company to help you start your school. Our firm is dedicated to starting world class independent and private schools. As school formation consultants, we specialize in opening schools with variety of formats and curriculum, including:
Our Senior Associates have been involved in helping to start and/or lead a number of prestigous private K-12 schools and post secondary institutions. Here are a few of our projects:
- Island Pacific Academy:
IPA is a secular, co-educational, independent school offering programs
from PreK-12. It is currently Grades PreK-8 with 1 grade added each
year up to Grade 12. One of our associates was engaged by the Estate of
James Campbell to start an independent school in the City of Kapolei,
Hawaii, in 1999. The consultants oversaw the entire school formation
process (e.g., market study, raised funds, built the school, hired Head
of School and key staff). The school is now operating in its third year
with over 600 students taught in a 65,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art
facility.
- Sage Hill School: SHS is a Grade 9-12, Coed college preparatory day school founded in
2000 on a
30-acre campus with academic buildings, library, gymnasium,
football/soccer field, baseball field, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball
court, and outdoor amphitheater. It has an enrollment of 450 students. It is
accredited by WASC, NAIS, CASE, and CAIS.
- Santa Ynez
Valley Christian
Academy: Santa Ynez is a Grades K-8 Private
Interdenominational, coed, religious, nonprofit school of 152 students, and
belongs to the ACSI.
- Fisher Island Day School: FIDS is a Grade Prek-5 Private
coed, non-denominational, university prep school. Students are exposed to languages (Spanish and
Mandarin Chinese) technology, strong academics, and inculcation of strong
character.
- West Point Grey Academy : WPGA is an independent, Prek-12, university preparatory, co-educational school started by one of our associates and a group of dedicated professionals in 1996. It opened it doors to +300 students enrolled in PreK-Grade 8. Bill Wan was the founding Director and Doug Halladay was the founding Senior School Director and Deputy Head. The school is now ranked #1 academically in the province of British Columbia.
- Aspengrove School: Aspengrove School is the first and only Prek-12 independent, non-denominational, co-educational, university preparatory school located in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. One of our assocates was engaged by a group of founding parents in 2002, and advised on the formation of the school over a 12 month span, from the ground up.
- Stratford Hall School: Stratford Hall is a K-12 ICo-Ed IB preparatory private urban school based in Vancouver, BC. One of our assocates was engaged by a group of founding parents, and advised on the formation of the school.
- Southpointe Academy : Southpointe is an
independent, Prek-12, university preparatory, co-educational school of +450,
using an enriched BC certified curriculum.
- Dalian Maple Leaf International High School: Students are
registered as BC students and write the same Grade 10, 11, and 12 BC
examinations as resident students in BC and graduate with the same BC Ministry
of Education transcripts and graduation (Dogwood) diploma as resident students
in BC. English program taught by BC certified teachers. Inspected annually
on-site and certified by BC Ministry of Education. Over 2,300 students are
currently enrolled.
- Chatsworth International School: Caters to 720
students, aged 3 to 18 years, from over 45 different nationalities, with an
international curriculum based on the British and American models, and an
extensive ESL Programme. Chatsworth has WASC
accreditation (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) is a fully authorized
IB Diploma school and is a recognized IGCSE centre.
- The American
School of Ulaanbaatar: ASU is a
co-educational, non-sectarian international school that offers a unique
Pre-school to Grade 12 program in Mongolia. It is the first
elementary and secondary school in Mongolia
with a fully equipped learning facility in accordance with international
standards of WASC and the Ontario
curriculum.
- Canadian School of India: PreK-12 day/boarding,
co-ed school using the Ontario
and International Baccalaureate curriculum, and enriched to meet the needs of
international students. CIS is an overseas inspected private school, authorized
by the Ontario Ministry of Education to grant secondary school credits and the
Ontario Secondary School Certificate.
Each year an Officer from the Ministry spends a week at CIS to evaluate
procedures and practices to ensure compliance.
- British Columbia Canadian International
School of Cairo: It
offers a British Columbia
program from PreK - Gr.12. All subjects are taught in English and all the
academic staff must be BC College
of Teachers certified.
The school is certified by The BC Ministry of Education and is inspected
annually.
- Stenberg College:
Stenberg College was acquired in 2002 by a joint venture company that
owns CATO. It offers post secondary diploma programs in the area of
nursing and allied health care.
- Center For Arts And Technology:
CATO is the industry leader and a respected digital arts school, with
campuses in Kelowna, B.C., and Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Fredericton,
New Brunswick. It was formed by one of our associates in a joint
venture with the Center for Digital Imaging and Sound (CDIS), a leading
Vancouver film school. CDIS was subsequently acquired by the Art
Institute of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania (now know as the Art Institute of
Vancouver).
Halladay Education Group’s mission is to ‘Help You Achieve Greater Success.’ We want to become your trusted advisor, as invested in your future as you are. Halladay Education Group’s services will assist your founding Board with the critical elements needed to start or merge your new school. We can assist you from the ground up sharing our expertise with:
- Developing of a Compelling Vision;
- Creating the Strategic Plan, Mission, Values, Goals, and Operational Plan;
- Establishing your School Society, Non-Profit Status, Bylaws, Constitution, and Incorporation;
- Building Credibility and Awareness in your Community;
- Recruiting and Educating the Board and Senior Administration on Exceptional Leadership,Governance, and Team-Building;
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Developing the Business Plan and and the Formation and Operational Budgets;
- Marketing Research to Ensure your Vision Meets Existing Community Demand;
- Supporting Development of the Facility Needs, Design, Site Search, and Lease/Purchase;
- Identifying Personnel Needs, Executive Search, Staff Recruiting, Job Descriptions, and Contracts;
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Ongoing Evaluation and Support for the Head of School and Board of Governors;
- Establishing your Faculty Appraisal System and Professional Development Plans;
- Building the Education Program;
- Determining Combinations for Starting Grades and Phase-In Stages;
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Developing the Marketing Plan to Drive Enrollment, Public Relations, Competitive Positioning, and the Admissions Process;
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Establishing Comprehensive Fund Raising Plans (e.g., Capital Campaign, Annual Giving, Major Events);
- Devising the School Schedule and Timetable;
- Establishing Student Management, Record Storage, Accounting, and Reporting Systems;
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Supporting the Procurement Process;
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Preparing Policy Manuals for Staff, Students, and Parents;
- Establishing Timelines and Project Management Systems in Formation Stage.
We can help just about anyone start their own school. For the most part, there are 6 main clients that we can help with our School Formation Services:
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Parents living within communities who are looking for a educational consultant to assist in starting a quality independent school solution for their children;
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Churches that want to provide their parish and community with a quality independent school solution for their members;
- Investors who want to start private schools to create a magnet for community demand and sales, and/or to provide profits to their investors;
- Land Developers
and local government and/or homeowner associations seeking an
independent school formation specialist to support the services
necessary to expand their community and the drawing tool to continue
growth;
- Large Corporations requiring educational facilities for the children of their employees;
- Commercial and Residential Sector that will need the ancillary space constructed adjacent to or nearby to the school campus;
- Existing Independent Schools looking to expand and/or be taken over, allowing for additional space for real estate development.
The further you read into this web page, the more you will realize that our services are extremely comprehensive and available at any stage of starting a school. Please take a moment to read over our exhaustive list of services that we can provide to your formation project to ensure that you start the best school possible.
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Assistance with establishing the legal entity by which the school will operate;
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Preparing a school Society application for Charitable status (if applicable) for purposes of issuing donation receipts:
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501 (c) (3)- IRS with US Charities Directorate or Canada- Customs and Revenue Agency;
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Assisting the Client to ensure that the School meets the requirements of the legislation.
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Consulting with Board Chair to build effective framework for Board leadership and organization building (e.g., committees, schedule, agenda, goals, terms of reference);
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Establishing a school governance and reporting committee structure based on the vision and values of the founders which may include a School Society Constitution and By-Laws;
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Training of Board members and senior administration on good governance procedures for the first three years;
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Board development, assessment, orientation/retreats & workshops;
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Establish crisis management procedure;
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Liaison with consultants under contract;
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Identify related educational law issues.
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Working with the Board and key stakeholders to develop Strategic Plan for the operations for the first five years;
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Annual strategic goals and evaluation/assessment process;
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Annual Administrative goals (operational goals and actions plans; and for subsequent staff);
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Develop Strategic financial plan;
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Develop Master Funding Plan;
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Develop Effectiveness Audit/procedures.
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Assist withCampus Master Plan;
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Assist with preparation of facility plan, design, schedule, contractors, etc. for the development and/or expansion of the school for Phase 1 and 2;
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Assist with sourcing and supervising procurement of equipment;
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Assist with campus renovations.
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Assist with design of School’s curriculum and framework (e.g., academics, athletics, visual and performing arts, citizenship and service);
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Assist with determining school’s extra-curricular programs (e.g., athletic program, outdoor education, clubs, intramurals);
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Assist with establishing Program Assessment tools;
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Assist with acquiring technology, library materials, and learning resources;
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Develop a schedule of professional development;
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Assist with development of counseling program.
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Identify staff infrastructure/flow chart and advertise/recruit staff (faculty, non-teaching, administration) needed for initial phase of school (e.g., Business Manager, Receptionist, Executive Assistant, Janitors);
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Preparing job descriptions, contracts, policy, evaluation criteria/process, and compensation (salary, benefits) levels;
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Evaluate and interview teaching staff (Department Heads), administration, and other staff;
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Establish procedures for payroll, accounts receivable/payable, etc;
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Recruiting, supervising, supporting and evaluating the Head of School (the "Head");
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Advertising for, evaluating and interviewing teaching staff, administrative and other staff (together the "Staff") in sufficient numbers and with appropriate qualifications to ensure that the School will be adequately staffed for the opening of the School;
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Developing a schedule of professional development activities for teachers.
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Creating a strategic financial plan including requirements for investment capital, working capital and cash flows for the first five years, monthly review and analysis for the first three years;
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Prepare financing structure for school operations (e.g., tuition, fundraising, loans, bonds);
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Prepare detailed operating budget;
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Develop systems for accounting and financial reporting and audits, including software;
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Assist with establishing sourcing and supervising procurement of equipment;
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Develop school profit centers (e.g., school store, advertising).
- Design identity package, including office supplies (e.g., business cards, envelopes, letterhead), website, admissions package, brochures, logo, motto, crest, slogan, uniform, and other relate publications, including Yearbook;
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Marketing "information evenings" and community interest in bringing a new school formation vision to reality;
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Creating a three year strategic marketing plan to drive enrolment, management of said plan;
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Set up advertising for new staff and for recruiting, public relations, and related communication matters, such as recruiting schedule;
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Develop and assist with the supervising of the admissions process/requirements, including preparation of admissions forms, policies, and procedures;
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Establish Surveys, Public Relations and Communications Plans;
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Develop and supervise the admissions process, including preparation of admissions forms, policies and procedures;
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Develop systems for student record storage and retrieval, accounting and reporting, including recommending software;
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Assist with recruiting students including meeting with parents and maintaining contact following admission.
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Prepare a Feasibility Study to Determine Fundraising Capacity;
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Develelp Capital Campaign Case and Systems;
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Assist with developing Annual Campaign;
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Identify major School fundraising events (e.g., Fall Fair, Golf Tournament, Gala Dinner/Dance, Walk-A-Thon).
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Develop systems for student record storage and retrieval, accounting and reporting, including software;
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Establish student support programs;
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Establish structure for student council and leadership program (e.g., prefects);
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Student behavior management programs.
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Prepare policy manuals for the School, including: students, parents, society bylaws/constitution, and staff;
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Meet requirements of legislation applicable to opening of school;
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Develop student schedule, school calendar, and school routines (e.g., school day schedule, student/staff meetings, timetable);
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Develop forms and procedures for financial aid (e.g., scholarships, bursaries);
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Develop framework and terms of reference for Parent Volunteer Group (PVG);
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Identify other critical traditions and schools events based on the mission and values of the school (e.g., graduation ceremonies, AGM, related celebrations);
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Develop student houses, levels/indicators for student achievement (awards, honor roll);
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Assistance with preparation for school accreditation and governmental funding.
We would like to help you start the school of your dreams. The simplest way to do this is to select 1 or all of the following 5 options.
 OPTION 1 ==> Click here to receive my F-R-E-E no obligation, 15-part mini-course available by email
that explains the critical elements that founders must deal with when
considering the decision to start a school. We will look at:
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Secrets of starting a successful school;
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How to develop an effective steering committee and board;
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12 pillars of exceptional board performance;
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How to set up a non-profit status and incorporation;
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10-steps to setting up your strategic plan;
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How to develop a comprehensive business plan;
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Where to start when setting up your fundraising plan;
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The secrets to developing your school facilites and resources;
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Choosing the right staff and faculty;
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Marketing your vision and bringing the students in;
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Orienting your staff to build buy and a positive school culture;
OPTION 2 ==> Have a 1-on-1 F-R-E-E 30 minute phone consultation (values at over $250) to find out more about your school formation project and
determine what your next step is. This can be can set up just by
replying to this email. To help me be better prepared for our call, you
should download our “School Formation Readiness Assessment Checklist.”
This exhaustive checklist is an excellent benchmark to measure where
you are now and the gaps that need to be resolved to move your School
forward to opening day, and beyond as a “blue ribbon” institution. All
I ask you to do is print the checklist, either have your team fill it
out individually or as a team, and then fax it back to me. You just need to email me.
OPTION 3 ==> ONLINE STORE TOOLS AND RESOURCES: Visit our Online Store now to find proven resources that will show you how to effectively start your own school!!
OPTION 4 ==> FEASIBILITY STUDY: Book us for a indepth Feasibility and Blueprint Session. Allow
my company to develop a comprehensive analysis of your school formation
process, your vision and mission, the demand for your school, our role,
the timelines, the type of operations you will need, a financial
profile, and a comprehensive Summary Report and Recommendations that
you can use as a blueprint to move forward with your project. Our
intense session will provide:
- In-depth understanding of your vision,
mission, values, and philosophy of the School and critical components,
including: educational model; core values; educational programs; school
formation stage(s); resources needed; school schedule; facility needs;
staffing, training, and labor considerations; infrastructure
requirements; management structure, and; policies and/or constitution
of School;
- Identify ‘gaps’ and strategies needed to ensure the successful startup and operation of your school;
- Determine your ‘readiness’ to move forward;
- Determine
the proposed need and demand for the school;
- Community-Related
Survey:
- In-depth
Community Demographics Analysis;
- Assessment
of community support for new school;
- Projected
Enrollment;
- Analyze
Facility needs/expectations;
- Review
Grade Structure and Staffing;
- Assess
reaction to Tuition vs. Financial Aid;
- Development
of Summary Report:
- Financial
Projections;
- Project
Schedule.
OPTION 5 ==> DEVELOP YOUR BUSINESS PLAN:
In many cases, founders need a detailed Business Plan to assist them
approaching Investors to provide the capital needed to fund the
formation of their school and cover potential shortfalls in the first
few years of operation. We can assist this with developing a
comprehensive business plan that covers all the financial details
needed to start and operate your school. You just need to email me to find out more information.
- Develop
an overview of the Purpose and Direction of the proposed school with the
client.
- Determine
the proposed demand for the school;
- Market
analysis of similar schools;
- Analyze
Facility needs/expectations;
- Review
Grade Structure and Staffing;
- Assess
Tuition Range;
- Educational
Program, class size, extra-curricular programs;
- Determine
Stages of Formation;
- School
Organizational Structure;
- Leadership/Governance
Model;
- Develop
detailed Financial Projections for Start-Up and Operations:
- Breakeven
Analysis;
- Projected
P & L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
OPTION 6 ==> HOLD AN OVERVIEW MEETING: We can arrange to meet with you and your founding team to go over the critical elements needed start your school and is needed to ensure that you are headed in the right direction and you have a road map to make it to that destination. You just need to email me to find out more information.
- Familiarization
with your plans and current status;
- Exploration
of your primary vision, mission, values, and philosophy for your School and critical
components needed for success, including:
- Vision,
Mission, Educational
philosophy, Core values;
- Potential
combinations for programs for each formation stage(s);
- Linkage
to Department of Education;
- Management
Team, organizational chart, personnel needs, and job profiles;
- Understanding
of policies and/or constitution of School;
- Determine
timelines and services for each Stage of School Formation;
- Discuss
Costs for Start-Up and Initial Operations Budget, including:
- Review
Governance Model, Corporate Structure, mandates, licensing, certification,
and/or accreditation;
- Discuss
the Public Relations, Marketing, and Admissions Plan;
- Discuss
Project Management Planning Schedule:
- Identify
timelines and priorities of School formation and operation;
- Review
Potential Facility and/or Location Needs of the School:
- Determine
the Scope of Engagement;
- Review
client's ‘readiness' to move forward;
- Identify
issues-strategies to ensure successful startup and operation;
- Summary
Report, Recommendations, Action Plans, and Cost Profile will follow the meeting
that will provide a concise ‘blueprint.'
OPTION 7 ==> MONTHLY RETAINER TO PROVIDE GUIDANCE: Many founding groups feel that they have the internal staff to handle the critical elements in starting their own own school,
but like many, they want to have a coach to go to when they have
questions or have hit a wall. We can make arrangements to set aside as
many days/hours per month so that you can bounce ideas and questions
off of us, or determine what the next step is. You just need to email me to find out more information.
OPTION 8==> SCHOOL FORMATION CONTRACT: Contract us to start your school from concept to turn key. Allow
my company to develop a proposal tailored to your school formation
needs. Hopefully we were involved with your Feasibility and Blueprint
Session, so we know your needs and resources and can get started right
away to make your dream a reality. You can make use of our services in:
- Assisting
with establishing your Legal Entity, Governance Bylaws, Accreditation, and
Charitable Status;
- Building
an effective Board Governance and Leadership model;
- Developing
your Strategic Plan;
- Assisting
with your Campus Masterplan and construction of your facilities;
- Assisting
with developing your Curriculum and Educational Programs;
- Supporting
your Human Resources needs including: hiring your Head of School, Senior
Admistrative staff, preparing all contracts, and assessment systems;
- Preparing
your Business Plan and Operational Budget;
- Developing
your Marketing Plans, Communication Materials, and your Admissions and
Enrollment systems;
- Assisting
with your Fundraising Plans and Systems;
- Developing
your Student Management Systems;
- Preparing
all facets of your Infrastructure including Policy Manuals, Timetable and Calendar,
Parent Volunteer Groups, Uniforms, and Traditions.
As you can see, the tasks required to start a school are extensive and specific to your unique education sector, and can be costly if not implemented correctly. By utilizing our services, we add value in many ways -- you take advantage of professionals who have a proven background in leading independent schools and are experienced in the mechanics of starting schools. With our know-how, we can put together a solid business plan, maximize enrollment and fundraising, align your decisions with your vision, and ensure that your new staff supports your mission. Ultimately, you will build on this success in all other areas, including:
1. Saving money
2. Develop a solid business and strategic plan
3. Find the best school leader and staff possible
4. Maximize your enrollment and revenues
5. Recruit the best board possible and have them govern effectively
6. Develop credibility and awareness in your community
7. Put together a fantastic facility that matches your vision
8. Establish ground breaking educational programs
9. Open your doors on time and under budget
10. Fund raise the funds you need to make your dream a reality
11. Always be there to deal with the problems and know the answer
12. And much more!!!
Halladay Education Group Inc. is the leader in school formation. We take pride in assisting people like you start the school of their dreams. Here are five solid reasons why you should stop procrastinating and call (1.604.868.0002) or email us now for a free 1-on-1 30 minute consultation certificate (worth over $397.00) to Found A School Today Starting From Scratch.
 REASON #1: Halladay Education Group Inc. has experience starting independent schools…lots of it. Our associates and I have combined to start more than a dozen independent schools. We have hundred of years of experience starting and leading independent schools. We are the leaders in this market.
REASON #2: This experience means that we know the best way to start a new school and can apply best practices to ensure that the client’s school has the best educational programs possible…that is the reason you open a school…great educational learning experiences.
REASON #3: Our fees are more than recovered through economies of scale and attracting more qualified students and staff to your school. So you get more students, better students and staff, and more revenue to achieve what you dream.
REASON #4: We can structure the school to ensure that you have the possibility to recover all of your intitial investment costs with interest. You get the school you want, and still get your investment back. That’s the best of both worlds!!!
REASON #5: You’re not alone. We’ve been there…as Heads, Principals, Business Officers, Fundraisers, Marketers, Educators, Builders, Buyers….The list goes on and on. But would you go to a doctor that has never had a patient before? No, probably not. Why would you invest your money and your child’s education in your school, when you and your founders have NO experience? They wouldn’t. Take advantage of experts who have started schools.
If you would like more information about how to start a school, or project assistance with starting a private school, don’t wait…let’s make it happen!! Please call me at 604-868-0002 or email me at info@halladayeducationgroup.com to take the next step.
To your success,
Douglas Halladay B.A., B.ED., M.A.
President and Founder
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