Board of Education Course Programme 2015-2016
Hold the Date
Dear Colleagues,
To aid you in your training development plan for the next academic year, the education team is sending out
a summary of the initial training that is being planned by the diocese for this period. Full details of the
following courses and events will be sent to you as soon as they are known. In the meantime, please make
sure they are in your school diaries! Some of the courses are very popular and fill up fast – book early to
avoid disappointment. Please note that most of these courses are included in your partnership agreement
if you have signed. Please find attached a Booking Form
23 June 2015
9.30pm - 2.30pm
St Cedds, Chapter
House
The Next Five Years
Now that the General Election dust has settled and the direction of
government education policy is clearer, it is a good time to be taking stock and
looking ahead. This conference will address latest developments at national,
regional and diocesan level, especially the further development of the
Academy/Free School programme. We are keen also to further strengthen
relationships between Church School Academies and MATs and work together
to develop our strategic response.
Facilitator: Tim Elbourne
16 September 2015
1.30pm -3.30pm
Learning Centre, CM1
1AT
OFSTED UPDATE
Kate Moore, an OFSTED Inspector and Headteacher of Birch CE Primary School
will be running a session on the implications for schools of the revised OFSTED
Framework and ways of working that are coming into effect from September
2015. The session will be of use to all schools, but in particular, to schools that
are expecting an OFSTED Inspection. This popular update was oversubscribed
very quickly last year so early booking is advised to avoid any disappointment.
Facilitator: Kate Moore
17 September 2015
1.00pm – 4.00pm
The Library
Diocesan Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
New Headteachers
This is an opportunity for those Headteachers who are new to Headship or new
to Headship in church schools, to meet the education team, learn a little of
how the diocese operates, to meet together in an informal setting, to network
with each other and gain advice on leading a Church School from the
Diocesan Education Advisers. A buffet lunch will be provided
Facilitator: Education Team Staff
19 September 2015
9.30am - 4.00pm
Becket Keys School,
Sawyers Hall Lane,
Brentwood,CM15 9DA
30 September 2015
1.30pm - 4.00pm
Library, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
‘Being Good News in School’
Celebrating, Resourcing & Equipping Ministry in Schools with keynote speakers;
Revd Dr Howard Worsley, Vice Principal, Trinity College Bristol and
Revd Mary Hawes, National Children’s & Youth Adviser.
Many churches and individual Christians have involvement in their local
schools, and some people, of course, are employed by them, work in them, or
are on their governing bodies. Others would like to be involved, and many
schools would like that to happen. This conference is to celebrate what is
already happening, and to resource and equip churches, schools and
individuals for ministry in schools. It is for anyone who is or might be exploring
what God is calling them to do in a school.
•
clergy, readers and other church members, with schools in their
parishes (Church, State or Independent)
•
governors and members of SACRE
•
primary and secondary teachers, heads, ‘would-be teachers’,
classroom assistants, caretakers and parents
•
chaplains, schools and youth workers
Newly Qualified Teacher Course
This course is designed to provide Newly Qualified teachers with the necessary
preparation for a fruitful and successful career in church schools. It will focus
particularly (but not exclusively) on the requirement to be able to deliver high
quality learning experiences in RE, and on building understanding of the
distinctive Christian character of church schools and the implications of this for
the work of staff based there.
Facilitators: Ruth Everett & Mike Dean
2 October 2015
1.00pm – 4.00pm
Library, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Embedding Christian Values and A Christian Ethos in Your
School
This course will enable Senior Leaders, Governors and those new to Church
schools gain understanding and confidence to introduce / further embed
Christian values and a Christian ethos in the life of the school through a range
of practical and reflective activities.
Facilitators: Ruth Everett and Jeff Graham
13 October 2015
10.00am – 2.30pm
Chelmsford Cathedral
&
1 March 2016
10.00am – 2.30pm
Chelmsford Cathedral
Cathedral Day
Did you miss out on the last Cathedral day? We will be inviting the children
again this year to join the twelve tribes of Israel to explore the journey from
Exodus to Pentecost. There will be storytelling, art, drama, music and
workshops throughout the day as we help the children understand the
background to our Christian narrative.
Numbers will be limited so places will be allocated on a first come, first served
basis – four schools from each of the areas of Colchester, Barking and Bradwell.
Schools can bring twelve children accompanied by the appropriate number of
adults.
Facilitator: School Advisers
11 November 2015
6.00pm – 9.00pm
Boardroom, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
9 November 2015
9.30am-3.30pm
St Cedds Room
A Practical Guidance In Planning And Preparing for SIAMS
A training session for church school governors and members of school
leadership teams. Each session aims to help governors and senior school
leaders understand their respective roles in SIAMS; enhance awareness of the
SIAMS framework, processes and criteria and identify key documents and
evidence required by inspectors. The focus of the evening will be on giving
practical guidance in planning and preparing for SIAMS.
Facilitator: Phil Preston & Pamela Draycott
Collective Worship
This course will introduce new resources as well as looking at how to make
more of those already in use. There will be examples of good practice as well
as taking time to share your own ideas.
Aims
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Gather new ideas and share advice
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Simplify planning and evaluation of worship
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Improve participation and ability to lead
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Address issues identified in SIAMS inspections
Facilitator: Helen Matter
12 November 2015
1.30pm – 4.00pm
Boardroom
Diocesan Offices
53 New Street
Chelmsford
CM1 1AT
WHAT IF? LEARNING
What if Learning’ enables a teacher to reframe the way in which they teach to
deliver the content of the curriculum or a specific lesson through the lens of
their schools values. This approach will develop the distinctively Christian
nature of the school and be a contribution to character education.
The session will include activities, clips of teachers experience and introduce
the way in which your school could benefit.
Facilitator Ann Bard & Mike Simmonds
19 November 2015
9.30am-3.30pm
Board Room,
Diocesan Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
The New Standards of Excellence for Headteachers
The training session will look closely at the New Standards of Excellence for
Headteachers and consider how these standards can be used to:
 support Headteachers in their own professional development,
 enable aspiring Headteachers to consider which leadership qualities to
further develop
 support Governors when considering targets for Headteacher Performance
Review
 support Governors to appoint Headteachers
 enable Headteachers and Governors to strategically plan for improvement
in all areas of school life
Facilitator: Lallie Godfrey
Date, time and venue
to be confirmed
Governance by Christians works!
Inhabiting governance distinctively
What does it mean to be a transforming presence in schools across the
Diocese?
Drawing from experience in the maintained, church school and Academy
sectors, Governance Consultant Mike Simmonds will lead an evening of
sharing, training and envisioning. Find out some key principles and ways
in which being a governor can be a positive contribution to the
flourishing of young people in both Church and any other kind of school.
Open to governors of all schools/academies in two venues late Autumn.
Facilitator: Mike Simmonds
RE Network Meetings
This is an opportunity to network with colleagues, sharing good practice and
planning collaborative work for 2015/16. Input will be given by the RE Advisor
for the Diocese around current issues and recent developments.
If you would like to attend please contact reverett@chelmsford.anglican.org
Refreshments will be provided and all are welcome.
Monday 29th June 2015– 3.45pm for 4.00pm
St John’s Church of England Primary School
Clay Lane Grove
Colchester CO4 0HH
Wednesday 8th July 2015-3.45pm for 4.00pm
Bradwell St Cedd’s Church of England Primary School (Academy)
+East End Road
Bradwell-on-Sea
Southminster CM0 7PY
Thursday 9th July 2015 -3.45pm for 4pm
Harlow St James’ Church of England Primary School
Paringdon Road
Harlow CM18 7RH
Tuesday 14th July 2015 - 2-4pm
Kelvedon St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy
Docwra Road,
Kelvedon CO5 9DS
Facilitator: Ruth Everett
21 January 2016
1.00pm - 4.00pm
Library (Second
Session)
Diocesan Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
26 January 2016
9.15am -4.15pm (Day
1)
St Cedd’s, Chapter
House, Chelmsford
Day 2
15 March 2016
9.15am -4.15pm
St Cedd’s, Chapter
House, Chelmsford
New Headteachers
This is an opportunity for those Headteachers who are new to Headship to
meet together in an informal setting to network with each other and gain
advice on leading a Church School from the Diocesan Education Advisers.
Facilitator: Education Team Staff
Learning to Lead in a Church School Day 1(Additional Cost to
be advised)
This two day practical course enables leaders at all levels to explore what is
different about leadership with a Christian focus. Activities during the two days
will include setting the vision through the schools values, exploring the
distinctive culture and ethos, developing leadership skills in enabling change
and managing teams whilst preserving the school’s values and ethos. There will
also be a school based activity between days 1 & 2.
Attendance is expected at both days.
Facilitators: Ann Bard & David Brunwin
4 February 2016
1.30pm 4.00pm
Library, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Newly Qualified Teacher Course
This course is designed to provide Newly Qualified teachers with the necessary
preparation for a fruitful and successful career in church schools. It will focus
particularly (but not exclusively) on the requirement to be able to deliver high
quality learning experiences in RE, and on building understanding of the
distinctive Christian character of church schools and the implications of this for
the work of staff based there.
Facilitators: Ruth Everett & Mike Dean
14 April 2016
1.00pm – 4.00pm
Library, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Embedding Christian Values and A Christian Ethos in Your
School
This course will enable Senior Leaders, Governors and those new to Church
schools gain understanding and confidence to introduce / further embed
Christian values and a Christian ethos in the life of the school through a range
of practical and reflective activities.
Facilitator: Ruth Everett & Jeff Graham
20 April 2016
1.00pm - 4.00pm
Library (Third Session)
Diocesan Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
New Headteachers
21 April 2016
9.30am – 3.30pm
Library , Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Spirited RE
This is an opportunity for those Headteachers who are new to Headship to
meet together in an informal setting to network with each other and gain
advice on leading a Church School from the Diocesan Education Advisers.
Facilitator: Education Team Staff
This day course will provide teachers with 20 ideas for the classroom for 4-11s
in relation to the major religions in the UK. Practical and inspiring, the ideas will
enable learning to use play, to engage in deeper thinking and to contribute
effectively to spiritual and moral development.
Facilitator: Ruth Everett
27 April 2016
9.30am – 4.00pm
Stock Brook Country
Club
School Leaders Conference (Additional Cost to be advised)
Details to follow
12 May 2016
9.00am – 1.30pm
Library , Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Fabric and Fabrication
Building maintenance and Capital funding
Funding and management of capital projects:
- What needs doing?
- Whose responsibility is it?
- How do you pay for it
This course aims to give you the understanding of Asset management Plans,
Suitability Surveys, School Development Plans, Devolved Formula Capital
Expenditure and the Building Bulletins 98 & 99.
Facilitator: Bryan Lester
19 May 2016
9.30am -12pm
Library, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Children, Loss and Bereavement
“Death neither obeys the school timetable nor appears on it . . . . . it
enters the classroom without knocking.”
A half-day course explores the different ways a school can support
children and their families when they face loss and bereavement.
Aim:
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To explore different types of bereavement and loss
To develop strategies to support staff and schools
To provide resources to support work on bereavement in schools
Facilitator: Lyn Hillier
8 June 2016
6.00pm – 9.00pm
Boardroom, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
A Practical Guidance In Planning And Preparing for SIAMS
A training session for church school governors and members of school
leadership teams. Each session aims to help governors and senior school
leaders understand their respective roles in SIAMS; enhance awareness of the
SIAMS framework, processes and criteria and identify key documents and
evidence required by inspectors. The focus of the evening will be on giving
practical guidance in planning and preparing for SIAMS.
Facilitators: Phil Preston & Pam Draycott
22 June 2016
1.30pm 4.00pm
Library, Diocesan
Offices,
53 New Street,
Chelmsford CM1 1AT
Newly Qualified Teacher Course
This course is designed to provide Newly Qualified teachers with the necessary
preparation for a fruitful and successful career in church schools. It will focus
particularly (but not exclusively) on the requirement to be able to deliver high
quality learning experiences in RE, and on building understanding of the
distinctive Christian character of church schools and the implications of this for
the work of staff based there.
Facilitators: Ruth Everett & Mike Dean
Date, time and venue
to be confirmed
Servant Leadership In Church School Governance
A fresh approach to the work of chairs of governors of church schools. The
session will explore a number of approaches to leadership, identify the
expectations and demands of school leaders and focus on what is different
about servant leadership.
Facilitator: Phil Preston
Date, time and venue
to be confirmed
‘Time to Reflect’ for School Leaders
Details to follow
Facilitator: Tim Elbourne
Board of Education Course Programme 2015
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Education Department, Diocese of Chelmsford, 53 New Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1AT
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Email: education@chelmsford.anglican.org