Sign on for registration: 15:45pm

Briefing start time: 16:00pm

Briefing end time: 17:00pm

Book all 6 sessions for £180 here (the first session has already ran so we will send you a zoom link for this)

In response to feedback from our highly popular Headteacher Inspection Training courses, when delegates have asked if they can be kept informed of future updates to the inspection process and see best practice from schools that have been inspected, we are delighted to offer this new service.

In response to feedback from our highly popular Headteacher Inspection Training courses, when delegates have asked if they can be kept informed of future updates to the inspection process and see best practice from schools that have been inspected, we are continuing to offer this popular service throughout 2023/24.

These half-termly online sessions will inform headteachers and deputy headteachers of the latest messages from Ofsted. These will be highly relevant and up-to-date, informed by the latest training for inspectors, as well as feedback and first-hand experience from schools that have recently been inspected. With Focus Education working with schools across the whole of England we can draw upon a wide range of best practice and advice, condensing this into concise and meaningful updates for busy senior leaders. Each half-termly session will run for between 30 to 60 minutes depending on content and all material will be shared as a handout.

These sessions will be available to access via Zoom.

Please note: If you book our subscription once some of our sessions have already run, you will receive access to the previous briefings for an access period of 2 weeks. The first session will take place in 2nd October 2023.

In response to feedback from delegates who have attended our online courses, the course content is delivered mainly through explanation and a didactic approach by the course leader. There are opportunities throughout the courses for delegates to ask questions, contribute ideas and share opinions. Course leaders will respond to any comments in ‘Chat’ throughout the course. We realise that some delegates prefer a more activity-based approach to CPD, with tasks and directed Q&A sessions, but the large majority of our attendees prefer the former type of delivery. We are also aware that this normally better suits the training we are providing e.g. briefings about Ofsted.

Please be aware of this when considering booking. Thank you.

Standards for Teachers’ Professional Development Statement

This course is underpinned by rigorous scholarship and supported by continual development and support. It meets the DfE’s Standards for Teachers’ Professional Development in the following ways:

·       This professional development course has a focus on improving and evaluating pupil outcomes;

·       It is underpinned by robust evidence and expertise, and is clear on intended outcomes and objectives;

·       There is an expectation of collaboration and there will be expert challenge;

·       The course is part of a CPD programme designed to equip staff with the knowledge and skills required to effectively implement within their school, and sustain improvements over time.

"I am always very satisfied with the training and support provided by Focus.  All consultants are well informed, approachable  and up to date with key research.  The resources are of a high quality and training is well paced."

"We would like to sign up and pay for the regular briefings.  It was really useful and good to know that we will be updated with the latest information. Thank you."

"I will definitely be signing up to future courses"

"Up to date advice and information"

"Useful information clearly given. The promised presentation notes will be very useful to remind me of the points raised. As a current Ofsted Inspector, Tim's insights were very informative."