ISPG and its Associates provides school start up services to independent schools throughout North America. We understand the critical functions of starting a school and can provide you and your group with the strategies and tactics that will contribute to making your project:
fulfilling
satisfying
on time and on budget
stay within the financial reach of the founders
meet and exceed the expectations of the community
a long-term legacy of the founders' vision
ISPG Quick Tip - If you want to significantly increase the likelihood of making your school dream
a reality, make certain that you have:
A vision for the school shared by others who will dedicate their time and energy within your founding group;
Financial resources sufficient to fund the development of your school's business and financial plan.
Whether you are looking to start a pre-school, grade school or vocational/career school, ISPG Associates have real world experience based in our vast educational and business sector experiences.
The following lists the various services provided by ISPG for new school formation. ISPG Associates have been instrumental in the formation of several new independent schools throughout North America.
Business Related Services
assistance with establishing the legal entity by which the school will operate;
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;
creating a three year strategic plan;
creating a strategic financial plan including
requirements for investment capital, working capital and cash flows for the first three years;
creating a three year strategic marketing strategy to drive enrolment;
preparing a school Society application for Charitable status (if applicable) for purposes of issuing donation receipts:
leading the design of an identity package, including website, brochure, logo, motto, crest, slogan and uniform concept;
Property procurement
Lease negotiations
Procurement of project financing
Market research
Education Related Services
Recruiting, supervising, supporting and evaluating the Head of School (the "Head");
registration and licensing;
curriculum development;
advertising for, evaluating and interviewing teaching staff, administrative and other staff;
development of the admissions process
student outreach strategy;
sourcing and supervising procurement of equipment;
assisting the Client to ensure that the School:
meets the requirements of the legislation applicable to it for the opening of the School; and
is able to provide an education to students which meets the requirements of the local governmental jurisdiction;
