Early ideation stage

At this stage there is awareness of significant challenges in the community that are affecting children being able to thrive in education and learning. There is recognition that a refreshed approach is needed to tackle these challenges. There is interest in exploring the possibility of establishing a school as community platform with the potential to connect with others to test the concept and feasibility.

Signposts

• Different parts of the local service system are reporting the need but not yet collaborating on a coordinated response.
• While some recognise that change is necessary, there are varying degrees of understanding and commitment to working differently.
• There may be groups focussing on parts of the problem but not the whole challenge.
• Exploring the possibility, is there a need, is a school as community platform the right solution? who else shares the goal?