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Autumn Governor Partnership Briefing 2019
Autumn Governor Partnership Briefing 2019
Welcome and Introductions
Agenda
• Safeguarding Presentation
• Education Briefing
• OFSTED
• Updates
• Networking Discussion:
Staffing Wellbeing
• Stronger Governance Support Update 19/20
Governor Training
Safeguarding update Jill Chandar-Nair
Ruth Fox
Essential Reading
Essential links
• Safeguarding in Schools
• Lincolnshire Safeguarding Children Partnership
Safeguarding Responsibilities of the School Governance
Section 175 of the Education Act 2002, and The Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 place a duty on the boards of maintained schools and academy trusts to have arrangements in place to ensure that they: • carry out their functions with a view to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children; and • have regard to the statutory guidance issued by the Secretary
of State in considering what arrangements they need to make for the purpose of that section
Governance handbook For academies, multi-academy trusts and maintained schools March 2019
Functions of the LSCP
Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of what is done by the authority and their Board partners individually and collectively to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and advising them on ways to improve
LSCB Regulation 5 2006 under section 14 Children’s Act 2004
Providing assurance To provide assurance, you can utilise the following methods:
• complete the Lincolnshire County Council Safeguarding in Schools self- assessment audit tool
• complete your own trust's safeguarding audit which should be available to view on request
• provide other proof that safeguarding is monitored regularly and that effectiveness is evaluated, evidence of which should be available on request
• utilise the LSCP minimum standards safeguarding checklist
Safeguarding in Schools self assessment tool
Governors checks
• Governors conduct safeguarding monitoring visits in the school • The Governing Body seeks assurance that the DSL is suitable
trained, informed and given appropriate time to fulfil the role • The Governing Body seeks assurance of staff and volunteers
understanding of school’s safeguarding policies, procedures and practice
• The Governing Body seeks assurance of pupil’s understanding of feeling and staying safe within the school and the community
• The Governing Body seeks assurance of parents understanding of the role of the school in safeguarding their children
• The Governing Body seeks assurance that the Single Central Record (SCR) is updated and complete
Lincolnshire Performance Data
Review
Primary Data Overview
• Compared to 2018 strengths in performance has reduced the gap between Lincolnshire and
National figures in EYFS Good Level of Development and KS2 Reading, Writing and
Maths combined.
• However, the gap between Lincolnshire and National has widened in Phonic screening and
KS1 Reading, Writing and Maths.
Data Overview - 2019 • Phonics Screening Data • The gap between Lincolnshire and National has increased to
from -0.6% to -1.3% - Key Stage 1 - % of pupils achieving the expected standard at the end of
KS1 has declined from 62.2% to 61.5%, thus increasing the gap between Lincolnshire and national by a further -0.4%, leaving a gap of -3.5%.
- Key Stage 2 - the early data suggests that the percentage of pupils
reaching the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths combined improved by 0.5% points compared to the early data in 2018 (from 59.5% to 60.0%).
Data Overview - 2019
•Key stage 4 and 5 attainment remains just below national for a majority of our schools.
•Overall attainment in core subjects at GCSE/KS4 is above national average.
•At KS5 our A level results remain lower but close to national averages.
OFSTED OVERVIEW
• Lincolnshire sits below National for schools judged as Outstanding
• And above national for schools judged as Good, Requires Improvement, and Inadequate
OfSTED Overview
Lincolnshire Education System Update
• This continues to develop in line with the sector led approach pioneered by Lincolnshire
• LLP and Local Authority are investing (LLP £285k/LA £688k) Project funding. Total £973,000.
• LLP and Local Authority have invested additional resources to build the capacity of our Teaching Schools
• One Education Team Meetings are now standard across the sector
• The LLP, LA and LTT are working in partnership to deliver a range of School Improvement interventions during 2019/2022, and support for Schools is now available in a more cohesive and accessible format
Education Priorities • Education Priority - 2.1 To develop strong and effective leadership in schools at all levels and a pipeline of excellent leaders for all schools in Lincolnshire
• Education Priority - 2.2 To develop a pipeline of excellent teachers for Lincolnshire schools who have a career pathway and development
• Education Priority - 3.1 To improve outcomes for pupils in KS1 and KS2 i.e. pupils of primary school age within mainstream and special schools
• Education Priority - 3.2 Improve outcomes for pupils in Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (Progress 8) and Key Stage 5
• Education Priority - 3.3 Improve outcomes for children in Early Years
Ofsted
Tariff and Timings Section 8
• Schools with less than 150 pupils will have two inspectors for one day.
• Schools with between 151-600 pupils will have one inspector for two days.
• Schools with between 600- 1100 pupils will have three inspectors over two days with the lead inspector there for both days.
Section 8
• Quality of education is the main focus – Deep dive methodology applies
• Other evaluation areas only focus on 4 ‘questions’: - Positive behaviour/ Low level disruption - Bullying - Curriculum beyond the academic vocational - Workload and freedom from harassment - Gaming and off-rolling (including post-16)
• Don’t forget safeguarding
Including
The school is developing the use of alternative strategies to exclusion and taking account of any safeguarding risks to pupils who may be excluded. Inspectors will recognise when schools are doing all that they can to support pupils at risk of exclusion, including through tenacious attempts to engage local support services.
Moulding
Pupils’ develop character, which we define as a set of positive personal traits, dispositions and virtues that informs their motivation and guides their conduct so that they reflect wisely, learn eagerly, behave with integrity and cooperate consistently well with others. This gives pupils the qualities they need to flourish in our society
Nurturing
Secure the effectiveness of the school’s provision for pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural education. This is a broad concept that can be seen across the school’s activities, but draws together many of the areas covered by the personal development judgement.
Listening
Leaders seek to engage parents and their community thoughtfully and positively in a way that supports pupils’ education.
Steering
Leaders and those responsible for governance all understand their respective roles and perform these in a way that enhances the effectiveness of the school. Be Strategic
5 Questions you may get asked?
• How are you involved in setting and planning the school’s strategic direction?
• How does the school ensure pupils’ needs are met, particular vulnerable children and those at risk of exclusion?
• What are the main aspects of pupils’ personal development which might be less well developed and how does the school address this gap?
• How does the school engage effectively with all stakeholders to enhance the curriculum?
• What is the INTENT of the school’s curriculum? And How is this being Implemented?
OFSTED GOVERNOR DISCUSSION
USEFUL INFORMATION
• https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/school-inspection-handbook-eif
• https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/section-8-school-inspection-handbook-eif
• https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keeping-children-safe-in-education--2
• https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/national-governance-association-speech
• YouTube playlist: Ofsted and governors
UPDATES
NFF for Schools – Update for 2020/21
• Minimum per pupil levels primary schools to increase to £3,750 in 2020/21 and £4,000 in 2021/22 • Minimum per pupil funding levels secondary schools set at £5,000 • Soft approach extended into 2020/21 – whereby LA continue to set formula factors – 2019/20 LA
replicated NFF – dependent on affordability. • Early Years funding – nationally increase by £66m – increase the hourly rate • Pupil-led factors (excluding free school meals) to increase by 4% (free school meals to increase by
rate of inflation) • Funding floor to protect per pupil funding in real terms will be set at +1.84% - based on schools NFF
allocations in 2019/20 • Mobility factor formulaic approach – proportion of mobile children exceeds 6%, receive funding for
those above this threshold • High Needs funding – funding floor set at 8% increase, further clarification required due to current
funding protection arrangements in Lincolnshire • Teachers’ Pay and Pension Grant – will be paid separately to the NFF in 2020/21 – rates still to be
confirmed • Conclusions – funding announcements positive news for Lincolnshire, still great uncertainty at a
national level due to a number of factors • LA not able to model the impact of the funding announcements until further information
published, including the monetary values of the NFF factors
Children, Young People and Health
• Active Lives survey reports children and young people’s physical activity levels in Lincolnshire are similar to the average for England
• 22% of children in Lincolnshire are active for more than 60 minutes per day
• One third of children of children are deemed inactive (less than 30 minutes of physical activity a day)
One Network A collaboration of not-for-profit organisations
We can
• support and give advice on PE & School Sport Premium good practice
• translate the new PE & School Sport Action Plan and new Ofsted Framework into good practice
• Signpost to appropriate local organisations & deliverers
Phone – (01522) 730325 (Active Lincolnshire)
Email - [email protected]
To give school staff an understanding of : school responsibilities (including fire drills, FRA) the nature of fire fire hazards and risk fire prevention identifying fire extinguishers for different situations reduce the risk of panic in a fire situation £285 for delivery at school site for up to 20 attendees (please contact corporatehealth&[email protected]
for larger groups)
Counter Fraud in Schools For all your assurance needs
Schools Fraud Awareness e-learning
email [email protected] to request access
lack of oversight
deliberate override of
internal controls
inadequate internal controls
undisclosed conflicts of
interest
collusion with 3rd parties
ROOT CAUSES: COMMON
AREAS:
income
procurement
recruitment
REASONS
TO FOCUS:
Where can you go for help?
The Counter Fraud Team [email protected]
Whistleblowing Confidential Reporting Line 0800 0853716
make effective use of
resources
protect the public purse
protect your reputation
protect staff morale
Healthy School Rating Scheme
• Healthy Schools Rating Scheme now available https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/healthy-schools-rating-scheme
• Chargeable support on Food Education and School Food Standards available from LCC Food Education Team: [email protected]
Schools Forum Vacancies
Vacancy Number
Primary Maintained Governors 1 vacancy
Secondary Academies Head Teacher 2 vacancies
Primary Academies Governors 2 vacancies
Special Academies Governors 1 vacancy
Clerks Networking Agenda • Clerk's Handbook – to include:
• update on recent changes • requirements to inform Governor Services on changes / minutes
• Membership of Governing Bodies – to include: • Maintaining Records and End of Term of Offices • Statutory Requirements – Register of Interests/GIAS
• DfE/LCC Updates • Networking Discussion – to include but not limited to:
• Governing Body models – Circle Model • Headteacher Recruitment • Exclusion Process Checklist for Clerks • Pay Committee (LA Schools)
USEFUL INFORMATION
• ‘Get Information About Schools (GIAS)’ should be updated with Governance Information.
• SFVS (maintained schools) to be ratified by 31st January 2020
• Schools Resource Management Assessment Tool (Academies) to be completed by 14th November 2019
• Statutory Policies For Schools Updated
Useful Links
Integrated curriculum and financial planning (ICFP) Academy trusts: governance Local-authority-maintained schools: governance Statutory policies for schools and academy trusts Schools financial value standard (SFVS) School attendance: guidance for schools Keeping children safe in education Understanding your data: a guide for school governors and academy trustees Relationships education, relationships and sex education (RSE) and health education School governance update https://www.gov.uk/guidance/academies-financial-handbook
NGA Updates
• Code of Conduct 2019
• Skills Audit & Matrix for 2019
• Parental Engagement: A Guide for Governing Bodies
• Managing Wellbeing and Workload Guide
Governor Discussion
• In the recent NGA survey, 62% of respondents reported that staff wellbeing and workload were one of the top five issues facing their school.
SUPPORT AVAILABLE TO STRENGTHEN THE GOVERNANCE OF LINCOLNSHIRE SCHOOLS
The 2019/20
Governance for the Future: Lincolnshire and Beyond
9:15am for 9:45am start - 3:45pm
The Epic Centre, Lincolnshire Showground,
Grange-de-Lings, Lincoln, LN2 2NA
Cost £150
Keynote Speakers: • Emma Knights OBE (Chief Executive of the NGA) • Professor Mick Waters • Richard McCann Also on the Day workshops from: • Emma Knights • Andy Wolfe • Inspiring Governance • Academy Ambassadors • NGA
Plus LSCP focusing on Safeguarding for Governors
To book: Please complete a booking form (https://www.lincolnshiretsa.co.uk/page/?title=Annual+Governor+Conference+2019&pid=275) or email: [email protected]
Wednesday 13th November 2o19
Spring Partnership Briefings
Date Location
16th March 2020 Sir Robert Pattinson Academy, Lincoln
18th March 2020 Bannovallum High School, Horncastle
23rd March 2020 St Thomas’ CofE Primary School, Boston
25th March 2020 The Priory Ruskin Academy, Grantham
