"Academy conversion" refers to the process of a school in England changing its status from being governed by the local authority to becoming an independent academy. Full definition
If they fail to improve or demonstrate a clear plan for improvement, then they face government intervention, which will result in academy conversion. (educationbusinessuk.net)
Yet millions has been spent, and continues to be spent, on academy conversion and transfer — an expensive option when local support has been found to be more effective. (schoolsweek.co.uk)
However, it is not the case that schools in this position will in all circumstances face the prospect of a forced academy conversion. (teachers.org.uk)