5 Step School Strategy Framework for Schools and Colleges
Our Proprietary 5 Step School Strategy Framework for Schools and Colleges
Step 01
1. Context Mapping
Document, Data Review (themes, gaps). Stakeholder qualitative and quantitative research (internal and external). Competitor (peer) analysis. Education futures analysis.
- Past Planning, intelligence, and accreditation reports – held and available documentation and data.
- Demand – futures education analysis
- Supply- competitive analysis
- Analysis and alignment of desired possible changes for parent/students/staff/alumni
- Stakeholder interviews, focus groups, online surveys.
Step 02
2. Integrative Evidence and Options Report.
Summary of Evidence and Strategic Options.
- Step 1 primary and secondary research data drawn together.
An integrated summary of evidence report and emerging options to inform the future strategic plan and beyond.
Step 03
3. Self-Identity and Institutional Definition (North Star)
Core Statement Development.
Key Evidence into Facilitated Onsite Strategy Workshop.
Strategic Ambition– Institute Intentionality and Self Definition (What we Say). In light of Step 2 Evidence Summary, deliver a facilitated Trustee and SLT onsite workshop to scope out:
- Ambition (Vision/Mission/ Graduate)
- Desired Positioning
- Desired Reputation.
Step 04
4. Portfolio Priority Enactment
Translate Core Statement into strategic, aligned Priorities (What we will do and create)
Examples of possible Strategic Priority Pillars:
- Educational programs/Curricula
- Student Experience (Journey)
- Pedagogical, Digital
- Institutional (space, scheduling, etc.)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Marketing, Engagement, Advancement
- School Culture and Governance.
Step 05
5. Success Indices Scorecard.
Strategy Performance Monitoring.
Dashboard spanning 5Rs of Education:
- Recruitment
- Retention
- Referral (Advocacy – Word of Mouth)
- Relationships
- Reputation.