Northern SIMSTraining Schedule
Spring term 2018
Gain the expertise you need to drive improved teaching and learning by ensuring you’re getting the most out of your data. You’ll also have access to bespoke tools that provide deeper insight into pupil attainment and progress, as well as enabling you to effectively evidence improvement to parents, governors and Ofsted. Find out more at www.capita-sims.co.uk/SIP.
Harness your data to drive improved teaching and learningwith SIMS School Improvement Programme
Join our school improvement webinars
Evidencing the impact of your school improvement strategies with SIMS.
View the programme at www.capita-sims.co.uk/SIPWebinars
“Our consultant has been so supportive and
is always happy to answer our numerous questions.”
Mandy Turner, Deputy Head, Plumberow Primary Academy
Joint courses for all schools and academies
Courses for primary schools and academies
Course code Course title Location Time DateATTEND-1-05 Attendance Oldham 09.30-15.30 8 March
ATTEND-1-05 Attendance Penrith 09.30-15.30 31 January
ATTEND-1-05 Attendance Wakefield 09.30-15.30 6 February
EXREP-1-05 Extended Reporting Oldham 09.30-15.30 14 March
EXREP-1-05 Extended Reporting Wakefield 09.30-15.30 7 March
FMSDT-1-05 FMS Daily Tasks Lymm 09.30-15.30 30 January
FMSDT-1-05 FMS Daily Tasks Oldham 09.30-15.30 6 February
FMSDT-1-05 FMS Daily Tasks Wakefield 09.30-15.30 31 January
FMSEOYCFR-1-05 FMS End of Year with CFR Reporting Oldham 09.30-15.30 15 March
FMSEOYCFR-1-05 FMS End of Year with CFR Reporting Penrith 09.30-15.30 5 March
FMSEOYCFR-1-05 FMS End of Year with CFR Reporting Wakefield 09.30-15.30 14 March
FMSFM-1-05 FMS Financial Management Oldham 09.30-15.30 13 March
FMSFM-1-05 FMS Financial Management Wakefield 09.30-15.30 1 March
PLF-1-05 Personnel and Links to FMS Lymm 09.30-15.30 28 February
PU-1-05 Personnel User Oldham 09.30-15.30 23 February
SDSA-1-05 SIMS Discover Standard Analysis Oldham 09.30-15.30 22 February
SDSA-1-05 SIMS Discover Standard Analysis Wakefield 09.30-15.30 12 March
SI-1-05 SIMS Interventions Oldham 09.30-15.30 9 March
SI-1-05 SIMS Interventions Penrith 09.30-15.30 27 February
SI-1-05 SIMS Interventions Wakefield 09.30-15.30 5 March
SSU-1-05 SIMS SEN User Oldham 09.30-15.30 5 February
SP-1-05 Staff Performance Oldham 09.30-15.30 21 February
SREP-1-05 Standard Reporting Wakefield 09.30-15.30 5 February
Course code Course title Location Time DatePSPC-1-05 Programmes of Study for the Primary Curriculum Oldham 09.30-15.30 9 February
PSPC-1-05 Programmes of Study for the Primary Curriculum Penrith 09.30-15.30 8 February
SCEN-05-05P School Census - Primary Oldham 09.30-12.00 12 January
SCEN-05-05P School Census - Primary Penrith 09.30-12.00 10 January
SOU-1-05P SIMS Office User - Primary Lymm 09.30-15.30 23 January
SOU-1-05P SIMS Office User - Primary Oldham 09.30-15.30 26 January
SOU-1-05P SIMS Office User - Primary Penrith 09.30-15.30 18 January
SOU-1-05P SIMS Office User - Primary Wakefield 09.30-15.30 30 January
Upcoming scheduled training courses
Courses for secondary schools and academies
Course code Course title Location Time DateAM-1-05 Academic Management Wakefield 09.30-15.30 28 February
AM-1-05 Academic Management Wakefield 09.30-15.30 8 March
AREA-2-05 Advanced Reporting with Excel Analysis Oldham 09.30-15.30 19-20 February
AAD-2-05S Analysing Assessment Data - Secondary Wakefield 09.30-15.30 26-27 February
AKS4S-1-05 Assessment at Key Stage 4 and SIMS Oldham 09.30-15.30 28 February
AES-2-05S Assessment Essential Skills - Secondary Oldham 09.30-15.30 7-8 February
COV-1-05 Cover Oldham 09.30-15.30 5 March
COV-1-05 Cover Wakefield 09.30-15.30 2 March
CMNT-4-05 Curriculum Management Using Nova-T Lymm 09.30-15.3025-26 January & 8-9 February
CMNT-4-05 Curriculum Management Using Nova-T Oldham 09.30-15.306-7 March & 20-21 March
CMNT-4-05 Curriculum Management Using Nova-T Penrith 09.30-15.3023-24 January & 6-7 February
CMNT-4-05 Curriculum Management Using Nova-T Wakefield 09.30-15.308-9 February & 22-23 February
DOMEX-05-05 Domestic Exams Wakefield 09.30-12.00 6 March
EXORG-2-05 Examinations Organiser Oldham 09.30-15.30 1-2 March
EXORG-2-05 Examinations Organiser Wakefield 09.30-15.30 20-21 February
NOVREF-1-05 Nova Refresher Oldham 09.30-15.30 27 February
NOVREF-1-05 Nova Refresher Penrith 09.30-15.30 1 March
NOVREF-1-05 Nova Refresher Wakefield 09.30-15.30 9 March
OOS-1-05 Options Online for SIMS Oldham 09.30-15.30 30 January
OOS-1-05 Options Online for SIMS Penrith 09.30-15.30 28 February
OOS-1-05 Options Online for SIMS Wakefield 09.30-15.30 7 February
This schedule is correct at the time of printing. Visit capita-sims.co.uk/SIMSTraining for the latest updates and course information.
Remote training offers you the flexibility to learn wherever you are. These courses are delivered over the telephone and the internet, and offer an alternative to our face-to-face scheduled training courses.
Remote training courses
Joint courses for all schools and academies
Courses for secondary schools and academies
Course code Course title Location Time DateAIS-90-R An Introduction to SIMS - Remote Remote 09.30-11.00 26 January
AIS-90-R An Introduction to SIMS - Remote Remote 11.45-13.15 26 January
AIS-90-R An Introduction to SIMS - Remote Remote 14.00-15.30 26 January
FMSFRS-90-R FMS Financial Reporting Suite - Remote Remote 09.30-11.00 1 February
FMSFRS-90-R FMS Financial Reporting Suite - Remote Remote 11.45-13.15 1 February
FMSFRS-90-R FMS Financial Reporting Suite - Remote Remote 14.00-15.30 1 February
Course code Course title Location Time DateMTT-90-R Maintaining the Timetable - Remote Remote 09.30 - 15.30* 5 March
Book your place online
Visit the website for the latest updates, full course information and to check availability: www.capita-sims.co.uk/SIMSTraining
Alternatively call 0800 999 3182 to speak to one of our friendly training team.
*This course comprises of 3 x 90 minute sessions throughout the day.
AvailabilityCourse places are allocated on a first come first served basis. To avoid disappointment please book early, as limited spaces are available. Check the website for the latest availability and updates. RefreshmentsLunch and refreshments will be provided for delegates attending full day courses. Refreshments will be provided for delegates attending half day courses.
E-learning modulesA number of our courses now include an e-learning module in support of our blended learning approach to professional development. This provides a valuable introduction to your face-to-face training.
Bespoke training and consultancyHow to book
Course costs and cancellation policy
Course costsThe cost of each course is based on its duration.
*For schools with a Capita Enhanced Support Services Contract
Training venue
LymnStatham LodgeWarrington RoadStathamLymmChelmsford WA13 9BP
Lead Consultant: Allan Blackett
OldhamBest Western Smokies ParkAshton RoadBardsleyOldhamLancashire OL8 3HX
PenrithNorth Lakes Hotel & SpaUllswater RoadPenrithCumbriaLake District CA11 8QT
WakefieldMinsthorpe Training CentreMinsthorpe LaneSouth ElmsallPontefractWest Yorkshire WF9 2UJ
Cancellation policyPlease note if you wish to cancel your booking, the following charges will apply:
11-20 working days’ notice = 33% charge
3-10 working days’ notice = 66% charge
48 hours or less = full charge
All cancellations must be confirmed in writing either by letter, fax or email.
Duration Cost Subsidised rate*
½ Day £130 £125
1 Day £250 £195
2 Day £500 £390
4 Day £1000 £780
By phone: 0800 999 3182Online: www.capita-sims.co.uk/SIMSTraining
Once your booking form has been processed you will receive an email confirmation with a map and directions to the training location.
If you can’t find the course you are looking for or you would like to discuss bespoke training options, our highly experienced consultants are on hand to help. Please call 0800 999 3182 or email [email protected].
Bespoke training and consultancy can be delivered to small groups at your school, with content tailored to meet your individual requirements. This provides a cost-effective option for local school partnerships, federations and trusts, or individual schools that would like more in-depth training on SIMS and can also support the introduction of new software and processes within SIMS.
Learn to use the new SIMS Options with our new course ‘Options Online for SIMS’
Learn to:
• Set up your options plan and pathways in SIMS Options and share with your students
• Create classes and amend student allocations
• Use reports and export and print your final solution.
Find out more at: www.capita-sims.co.uk/OptionsTraining.
New SIMS Options allows you to simplify your GCSE and A-level selection process by taking it online. This one day course is designed to support you in using the new functionality.