CPD Planning and Preparation

How often do you arrange to "do CPD" without thinking about the actual needs of your staff, pupils and school or the intended impact of the CPD itself? That's where CPD planning and preparation comes in - no more last minute prepping for INSETs or booking someone to deliver CPD because you don't have a plan. Ensure your CPD meets a development need and upskills staff to improve pupil outcomes.

Interviews: Assistant and Deputy Heads

The role of headteacher is undoubtedly challenging with neverending pressures and demands. A strong SLT comprised of skilled and dedicated deputy and assistant heads can support you no end. But how do you find the right person when you have a vacancy? We're here to support you in planning an interview process tailor-made to your setting to you can recruit and retain the right person for the job.

Parent Engagement

Parents and carers can be a tricky bunch, ranging from your biggest supporters to... well, you know! Parent engagement is crucial on many levels, from hearing their opinions so you avoid problems escalating to involving them in supporting their child's learning at home. Our resources are here to give you guidance and ideas about how you can develop this aspect in your school.

Staff Induction

Remember when you started in a new post? Did the induction process support you in learning the ropes and feeling welcome? How could the process have been better? That's where our support comes in to guide school leaders in thinking about induction as a wide-ranging and long-spanning programme that helps you to recruit and retain staff.

Stakeholder Surveys

While receiving feedback from staff, pupils, parents and the wider community can feel daunting sometimes, it's also crucial insight into what we, as leaders, don't alwayse see. Explore how to make the most out of staff and pupil voice, as well are parent and stakeholder surveys, so you can improve outcomes and build a cohesive school community.