Exeter Diocesan Board of Education
Exeter Diocesan Board of Education
CPD Programme
2017/18
For Headteachers, Staff and Governors
www.exeter.anglican.org/schools
Foreword
Dear Colleague,
I am delighted to be able to offer you, your staff and governors or directors this Continuing Professional Development Prospectus for 2017-18. The financial challenges facing schools (and the Diocese) require us to ensure that we provide what you need at a price that represents excellent value for money. You have our commitment that we will do all we can to support and add value to your school or academy in order to achieve outstanding leadership and Christian distinctiveness.
We can offer genuine expertise in a number of areas including: RE teaching and leadership; Collective Worship; prayer spaces; SIAMS preparation (including self-assessment, mid-cycle reviews and the governance oversight of the Ethos committee); British values; character education and the PREVENT agenda in a Christian context; parishes and schools working together; admissions and our comprehensive governor training programme.
I remain very positive about the opportunities that are emerging for the Exeter Diocesan Education Team. Our priorities for the future include developing support for principled Christian Leadership in partnership with the newly created Leadership Foundation. Exeter has joined with Truro and Bath and Wells dioceses to form a regional pilot that will give you unique regional opportunities to enrich your school improvement capability. The importance placed by the DfE on ensuring all schools teach Christianity effectively will be delivered through our Understanding Christianity resource pack training. Church of England Schools will be able to support the whole system in addressing this well documented national shortcoming.
We are always keen to receive suggestions for new areas of focus and would encourage you to email these in. I am extremely keen to work in collaboration to ensure that we avoid unnecessary duplication and wasted efforts and look to continue to develop our formal partnerships with Teaching Schools, Local Authorities, MATs and Higher Education Institutions so that we can collectively serve you better.
John Searson
Diocesan Director of Education
CONTINUTING
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
for Church and Community Schools
2017/18
This Prospectus has been developed in consultation with schools in support of school improvement and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
All of the courses described in this prospectus can be offered in a bespoke fashion to schools or groups of schools which can often work out to be better value.
Please contact us to discuss your needs.
For all Diocesan CPD events, our standard rates* apply (unless stated otherwise):
Diocesan CPD events
Standard rate per person
Reduced rate per person:
(for schools that have paid for a subscription for 2017/18)
Staff
£150 VAT Exempt
£100
VAT Exempt
Governor
£80
VAT Exempt
£60
VAT Exempt
If you would like to make a booking for an event, please complete the booking form attached and email it to [email protected].
For further information, please contact Events Administrator on: 01392 294921.
CPD PROGRAMME
Autumn Term 2017
Summary of course dates:
Leadership and Management
Date
Place
Time
Senior Leadership Briefing & New to Church Schools Welcome Briefing
Tues 3rd Oct
Tues 31st Oct
Tues 7th Nov
St. Mary’s, Bideford
St. Peter’s, Exeter
St. Matthews, Plymouth (TBC)
16:00 – 18:00
New Church School Leader Programme 1
Tues 10th Oct
The Old Deanery, Exeter
12:00 – 16:00
The Church of England Foundation for Educational Leadership
Peer Support Networks (PSN)
From October 2018
Various Venues
Making MAT Collaboration Work
Tues 21st Nov
Church House, Westminster
10am – 4.30pm,
SIAMS
SIAMS Introduction (for schools inspected for SIAMS before September 2013 only)
Fri 13th Oct
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
SIAMS Introduction (for schools inspected for SIAMS before September 2013 only)
Thurs 2nd Nov
Zealley House, Newton Abbot
09:30 – 15:30
SIAMS the New Framework (for schools whose last SIAMS inspection was between September 2013 and 2014 only)
Fri 1st Dec
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
RE
Date
Place
Time
Learn, Teach, Lead – Enhancing RE in the South West
Thurs/Fri 19th/20th Oct
St. Mellion Resort, Saltash
4pm 19th
to
4pm 20th
RE Subject Knowledge Enhancement: Teaching Hinduism & Buddhism (KS2/3)
Wed 8th Nov
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
Understanding Christianity Day 1
Thurs 9th Nov
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 -15:30
Learn Teach Lead RE hubs across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay
For details of your local hub go to http://ltlre.org/events/
15:45 - 17:00
Leadership & Management
Senior Leadership Briefings
A termly meeting held across the Diocese for Headteachers along with their Chair of Governors to inform and discuss current issues affecting the Church Schools family.
Dates Tues 3rd OctSt. Mary’s CE Primary School, Bideford
Tues 31st OctSt. Peter’s CE High School, Exeter
Tues 7th NovSt. Matthew’s CE Primary Academy, Plymouth (TBC)
Time: 16:00 – 18:00
Cost: No Charge
Course Title: New Church School Leader Programme 1
Date: Tues 10th Oct
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Time:12:00 – 16:00
Cost:No Charge
Induction for all new Headteachers, Heads of School, Deputy Headteachers and SIAMS leads of Church Schools
The Diocese of Exeter places a very high value on its senior leaders and the quality of the relationships that exist between the various partners in the service. We hope you quickly come to feel part of a team in which support and advice are readily available.
To help you as you take up your new appointment we have organised an Induction Programme. This first session gives you a brief insight into the workings of the Diocese of Exeter, as well as some of the key personnel who will assist you in your work.
The programme continues with 2 ½ day visits to schools in the Spring and Summer terms.
The Church of England Foundation for Educational Leadership
Peer Support Networks (PSN)
To enable school leaders to support each other to rapidly improve leadership, day-to-day practice and outcomes through rich and innovative pedagogical and theological reflection on the enhance relationship between their stated ethos and the lived reality of their pupils' progress, learning and personal development.
The Foundation is looking to partner with schools in 4 main projects
1. Leadership of Teaching and Learning – enabling leaders to work together on values-driven leadership of pedagogy
2. Leadership of Character Education- equipping and resourcing leaders to develop and embed approaches to Character education
3. Leadership of Vision and Values- inspiring leaders to engage at a deeper level the Church of England’s vision for Education
4. Leadership Peer Coaching Triads – develop leadership coaching practice in schools
Membership of Foundation’s Peer Support Network costs £2 (+VAT) per pupil, with a cap of £750 for larger schools. In addition, there are 50% subsidies available for 2017/18 for:
· Any graduating leader from Foundation’s CofEPQH or MAT CERO programmes
· Any school selecting projects 1 or 2 above.
Contact Nigel Bright [email protected]
Making MAT Collaboration Work
Church House, Westminster
10am – 4.30pm, Tuesday 21st November 2017
A day to listen, learn, and engage with key educational thinkers and MAT colleagues from Church of England schools and Dioceses. This network day is for MATS of any size or maturity to learn with each other and to learn what works in their context.
Key Speakers
Sir David Carter: National Schools Commissioner
Laura McInerney: Editor of Schools Week and Guardian Columnist
Robert Hill: Education Consultant, UCL Professor and School Improvement Lead for CofE MAT CEO
Programme
After hearing from our confirmed speakers, we will explore the key theme together in sessions facilitated by experienced Church of England MAT CEOs.
Booking your place
· Tickets for CEOs who are Alumni of the Foundation MAT CEO programme are £75 per delegate
· Tickets for aspiring CEOs or MAT CEOs who have not attended the Foundation programme are priced at £150 per delegate
RSVP to Cat Morrison at [email protected] or call 0207 898 1364
by Friday 20th October 2017.
SIAMS
Course title: SIAMS – An Introduction (for schools last inspected before Sept 2013 only)
Facilitators:Tatiana Wilson and Ed Pawson
Dates:Friday 13th October 2017, The Old Deanery, Exeter
Venue:Thursday 2nd November 2017, Zealley House, Newton Abbot
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Cost: Staff £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £40 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description:
The Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) is a significant way in which Church schools are judged. The course unpicks the rationale behind the inspection framework and offers strategies to support effective self-evaluation as well as ideas for further improvement. It is aimed for new staff and governors and hopes to prove to be an interactive, informative and enjoyable day.
Intended outcomes:
· An introduction to the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools Framework
including
· Unpacking the 4 core questions:
1. How well does the school, through its distinctive Christian character, meet the needs of all learners?
2. What is the impact of collective worship on the school community?
3. How effective is the religious education?
4. How effective are the leadership and management of the school as a church school?
· Strategies for effective self-evaluation
· What research evidence tells us?
· Case studies of best practice
Please bring a copy of your school’s most recent SIAMS self-evaluation form and action plan with you as you may want to annotate these through the day
Course title: SIAMS THE NEW FRAMEWORK (for schools whose last inspection was between September 2013 - July2014)
Facilitators:Ed Pawson Tatiana Wilson
Dates:Fri 1st December 2017
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Cost Staff:£150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £40 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
This course outlines the expectation for the new SIAMS inspection framework which comes into force in September 2018. This training session is for schools likely to be inspected in the first year of this new cycle.
Course description:
The Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) is a significant way in which Church schools are judged. A new SIAMS framework comes into force in September 2018 which draws heavily on the Church of England Vision for Education. This course will brief school leaders on the significant changes to the Evaluation Schedule and Self-evaluation and offers ideas for further improvement. It is aimed for all staff and governors and will be an interactive, informative and enjoyable day.
Intended outcomes:
· Introduction to the new SIAMS Framework
· Strategies for effective self-evaluation
· What research evidence tells us?
· Case studies of best practice
Please bring a copy of your school’s most recent SIAMS self-evaluation form and action plan with you as you may want to annotate these through the day
RE
LTLRE Conference
Course title: Learn, Teach, Lead RE – Enhancing RE in the South West
SPEAKING WISELY ABOUT RELIGION AND BELIEF
Dates:19th/20th October 2017
Venue:St. Mellion Resort, Saltash
Cost:£60 (VAT Exempt) per delegate
Keynote addresses:
Dave Wells: 3D Catholicism
Ed Pawson: Meeting Unmet Needs Through Building Community and Improving Quality
Ian Jamison: Speaking Wisely and Listening Well: Developing Dialogue About Religion and Belief
Plus A Full Range of Practical Workshops including: Experiential EY RE; Planning; Pedagogy; Assessment, Subject Knowledge GCSE and A level support and networking opportunities
Course title: RE Subject Knowledge Enhancement: Teaching Hinduism & Buddhism KS2/3
Date: Wednesday 8th November
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 15:30
Cost Staff: £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description
This course aims to provide support and inspiration for teachers of RE and RE coordinators in primary schools. It will offer practical ways of learning about and from, Hinduism & Buddhism providing essential subject knowledge and active approaches to learning. Resources and ideas will be shared, offering engaging strategies and creative, enquiry-based materials suitable for children from 5-11.
Intended outcomes
The course will equip teachers to:
· Gain a good grasp of the key concepts and practices in Hinduism & Buddhism
· Plan creative learning opportunities in Hinduism & Buddhism
· Ensure progression in these topics across the primary age range
· Create challenging learning activities and classroom experiences
· Approach the teaching of these religions with greater confidence
Course Title: Understanding Christianity (Day 1)
Dates: Thurs 9th November 2017 Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Cost:£250 for both days (including extensive resources)
Intended outcomes
This course will equip teachers to:
· Develop their own thinking and understanding with regard to Christianity
· Create powerful, well-resourced, connected learning programmes to teach Christianity
· Enable their pupils to explore the theological concepts within Christianity
· Help their pupils become more theologically literate
Course description
This two day course will introduce you to the key elements of the Understanding Christianity resources, outlining the central concepts and approaches to learning. You will be given advice and practical guidance about how to utilize the extensive set of course materials provided as part of the resource pack.
Course Title: Learn Teach Lead RE Hub meetings
Dates: TermlyVenue:Various
Time:15:45 – 17:00
Cost:Free of charge
Intended outcomes
· Get connected locally with other RE teachers and work together on developing your subject.
· RE Hubs are open to anyone who teaches RE and meetings are led by Primary and Secondary RE specialists and supported by the Diocese.
· Each meeting has a theme.
· People are able to attend whichever hub is most convenient to them.
· For information of a hub near you go to http://ltlre.org/events/
CPD PROGRAMME
Spring Term 2018
Summary of course dates:
Leadership and Management
Date
Place
Time
Senior Leaders Briefing
Tues 23rd Jan
Tues 30th Jan
Tues 20th Feb
St. Matthew’s, Plymouth (tbc)
St. Peter’s, Exeter
St. Mary’s, Bideford
16:00 – 18:00
School Chaplaincy Development Day
Thurs 25th Jan
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:00
The Ofsted Ready School
Tues 30th Jan
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:00
Heads, Chairs & Ex-Officio working together
Thur 18th Jan
Wed 7th Mar
Wed 13th Jun
The Old Deanery, Exeter
16:00 – 17:30
16:00 - 17:30
16:00 – 17:30
The Church of England Professional Qualification for Headship (CofEPQH)
South West Cohort
from January 2018.
TBC
3x 2 day residentials as part of year course
C of E Foundation for Educational Leadership
National Conference 2018:
'Called, Connected & Committed'
1 February
London
Full day
Regional School Leaders
Re-envisioning Deeply Christian - for the Common GoodLiving Life to the Full – Overcoming Barriers (mental health and wellbeing)
The New Outstanding Under the New SIAMS’
Thurs 22nd &
Fri 23rd Mar
Langstone Cliff Hotel, Dawlish
2 days/
residential
SIAMS
Date
Place
Time
SIAMS the new framework
Thurs 11th Jan
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
SIAMS the new framework
Tues 27th Feb
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
SIAMS the new framework
Tues 20th Mar
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
RE
Date
Place
Time
Fundamental British Values
Tues 9th Jan
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 13:00
RE Subject Leaders Annual Conference (for new and experienced RE subject leaders)
Tues 16th Jan
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
Understanding Christianity
Mon 5th Feb
(Day 2)
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
RE Subject Knowledge Enhancement: Teaching Judaism & Islam (KS1/2)
Mon 26th Feb
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
RE Curriculum Review
Tues 13th Mar
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 13:30
Learn Teach Lead RE hubs across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay
For details of your local hub go to http://ltlre.org/events/
15:45 - 17:00
Leadership & Management
Senior Leadership Briefings
A termly meeting held across the Diocese for Headteachers along with their Chair of Governors to inform and discuss current issues affecting the Church Schools family.
Dates:Tues 23rd JanSt. Matthew’s CE Primary Academy
Tues 30th JanSt. Peter’s CE High School, Exeter
Tues 20th FebSt. Mary’s CE Primary, Bideford
Time: 16:00 – 18:00
Cost: Free of charge
Course Title: School Chaplaincy Development Day
Date: Thursday 25th January
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Keynote: Garry Neave National Adviser for Chaplaincy
Facilitator:Tatiana Wilson
Time: 09:30 – 15:30
Cost: Staff £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
A day for school chaplains to come together, understand their role within local and national contexts, share best practice and agree training priorities into the future. The intention is that from this day a bespoke package of further support will be developed. It would be particularly valuable if schools with chaplains were able to send a representative.
Course description
· National updates pertinent to Chaplaincy from Gary Neave
· Resources for Chaplaincy explored
· Sharing of best practice – case studies of best practice
· Identification of further training and development needs/
Intended outcomes
· Updated on national initiatives and resources to draw on to support your role in school
· Learn from best practice case studies
· Identify priorities and training needs for the year ahead
Course Title: Ofsted Training
Date: Mon 29th Jan
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Sue Ladipo, Lead Ofsted Inspector
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Cost:£150 VAT exempt - School staff – NON SLA
£100 VAT exempt – School staff – SLA
£80 VAT exempt – Governors – NON SLA
£60 VAT exempt – Governors – SLA
With so many changes taking place in education it is often very difficult for heads, senior leaders and governors to keep fully up to speed about what is happening. I am delighted that the Diocese has been able to secure the services of Sue Ladipo an experienced head teacher from a community school in North London. As a National Leader and an Ofsted Lead Inspector Sue Ladipo has made a major contribution to the field of education.
Course description
•understand what Ofsted are looking for
•identify effective teaching and learning
•develop effective monitoring processes
•identify whole school and individual areas for improvement which will have an impact on pupil outcomes
Intended outcomes
•gain greater understanding of the Ofsted expectations
•learn how to present a summary of your progress to date
•analyse teaching in your school
•identify whole school and individual areas for development
Heads, Chairs and Ex-Officio Foundation Governors
(Or a substitute foundation governor)
3 Twilight Sessions over 3 Terms beginning in the Autumn Term 2017
Facilitators:Christina Mabin, Ed Pawson and Tatiana Wilson
Dates:18th January Unpacking Your Vision and Responding to the C of E Vision for Education
`7th March ‘Deeply Christian Serving the Common Good’: How Vision Shapes Ethos
13th June Engaging with the Diocesan Vision: Pray Grow Serve (Collective Worship, RE, Parish links)
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Time:15.45 for 16:00 – 17:30
Cost: £120 per school for 3 sessions or £60 for 3 sessions with SLA
Course description:
The new Church of England Vision for Education informs the way church schools will be inspected under the new SIAMS evaluation schedule from September 2018. This programme gives Heads, Chairs and Ex-officio governors the opportunity to work together and explore how the vision can further enhanced their own education provision within a Christian context.
Intended outcomes:
· Opportunity for Heads, Chairs and Ex-officio foundation governors to reflect on the implications of both the Church of England Vision for Education, the Diocese of Exeter’s Vision and how these fit with their school’s vision (and that of their MAT or federation).
· Examples of best practice both between participating schools and more widely
· Opportunity to reflect on the specific needs of the area using a variety of data and then explore how the school and parish might work in partnership with each other (and beyond) to meet these.
The Church of England Professional Qualification for Headship (CofEPQH) - South West Cohort
This course provides a unique opportunity for professional, spiritual and personal development. The programme aims to equip current and aspiring leaders to meet the challenges of leading school communities effectively, and has been recognised as a National Professional Qualification (NPQ) by the Department for Education.
Is this programme for me?
The programme is open to current headteachers (including Heads of School), senior school leaders and aspiring headteachers.
Interested in joining the programme in 2017-2018?
The Foundation will be delivering the CofEPQH in the South West from January 2018.
The Foundation is currently collecting Expressions of Interest for the 2017/2018 programme. If you are interested in applying or would like further information please contact [email protected]
Application forms will be available in September 2017.
The programme cost is £2000(+VAT). There are a limited number of bursaries available which schools are encouraged to apply for.
C of E Foundation for Educational Leadership National Conference 2018: 'Called, Connected & Committed'
Thursday 1st February 2018
Church House LondonFull day
Tickets are priced at £100+VAT and can be reserved by contacting Cat Morrison at [email protected]
Regional School Leaders Conference 2018
Make sure your Mission Community is represented at the
Regional School Leader’s Conference 2018
For all Senior Leaders and Governors
‘Re-envisioning Deeply Christian - for the Common Good’
09:00 Thursday 22nd to 16:00 Friday 23rd March 2018
Langstone Cliff Hotel, Dawlish EX7 0NA
Day 1 Thursday 22nd March 09:00 – 17:30 Dinner 19:00 – 22:00
Keynote speaker: Professor Chris Williams Medical Doctor and Emeritus Professor at the University of Glasgow and Director of Five Areas Ltd
‘Living Life to the Full – Overcoming Barriers’
· What does it mean to ‘Live Life to the Full?’
· How schools and mission communities can sustain themselves and look after the mental health and wellbeing of others?
· How can schools and mission communities work more effectively together to support their communities?
· How do we integrate a range of opportunities and embed them into our school/MAT/Federation and mission community Ethos?
Intended outcomes
· Strategies and easy to use resources for schools and parishes to work together to support the mental health and wellbeing of children and families in partnership
· Understanding the connectivity between mental health and wellbeing services offered across the region
· Case studies of best practice and how this links with school ethos – (interactive workshop)
· Strategies for evaluating impact through pupil voice and the work of the Children’s Society
Day 2 Friday 23rd March 09:00 – 16:00
Keynote speaker: Derek Holloway National School Character and SIAMS Development Manager, The National Church of England Education Office
‘The New Outstanding Under the New SIAMS’
· A look at the thinking behind the changes to SIAMS (yes there has been some!) and what inspectors will be looking for in a truly leading Church school.
· This will cover the various pressures on Church School inspection and its changing role in the new educational landscape and some of the changing expectations in the new evaluation schedule. Hopefully this will provide reassurance for headteachers and others as well as clear ways forward
Intended outcomes
· An appreciation of the rationale behind the new SIAMS Inspection Framework
· Clarity for stand-alone and schools in a wider grouping of expectations and the hallmarks of exceptional practice
· Sharing of best practice, new initiatives, resources and networking opportunities – (interactive workshop
School Staff
Residential Places: £200 SLA, £250 Non SLA
Day Delegates: £130 SLA, £180 Non SLA
Governors & Mission Community/Parish Team
Residential Places: £170 SLA, £200 Non SLA
Day delegate £100 SLA, £130 Non SLA
SIAMS
Course title: SIAMS – The New Framework
Facilitators:Ed Pawson and Tatiana Wilson
Dates:Thursday 11th January 2018Tuesday 27th February 2018Tuesday 20th March 2018
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Cost Staff: £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description:
The Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) is a significant way in which Church schools are judged. A new SIAMS framework comes into force in September 2018 which draws heavily on the Church of England Vision for Education. This course will brief school leaders on the significant changes to the Evaluation Schedule and Self-evaluation and offers ideas for further improvement. It is aimed for all staff and governors and will be an interactive, informative and enjoyable day.
Intended outcomes:
· Introduction to the new SIAMS Framework
· Strategies for effective self-evaluation
· What research evidence tells us?
· Case studies of best practice
Please bring a copy of your school’s most recent SIAMS self-evaluation form and action plan with you as you may want to annotate these through the day
RE
Course title: Fundamental British Values: what do schools need to know?
Date: Tuesday 9th January
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 13:00
Cost: Staff £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
The new Ofsted inspection framework (September 2015) places significant emphasis on SMSC, stating that a school’s provision for SMSC needs to be considered before making a judgement on the schools’ overall effectiveness. The promotion of Fundamental British Values is now a significant part of this judgement. In June 2015 the DfE published “The Prevent Duty: Departmental advice for schools” which explains how and why schools have a duty to protect children from the dangers of radicalisation.
Course description
This course will be looking at how these changes will impact on our schools, offering a wealth of classroom ideas and activities. We will explore a range of strategies and techniques, including philosophical enquiry, to ask the question: “what exactly are British Values?”
Intended outcomes
This course will equip teachers to:
· Understand current expectations on SMSC, British Values and the Prevent Duty
· Explore and utilise a variety of techniques to open up discussion on these topics
· Plan units and create resources which will create engaged learning on these issues
Course Title: RE Subject Leaders Annual Conference
(for new and experienced subject leaders )
Date: Tuesday 16th January
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter.
Facilitators: Ed Pawson and Tatiana Wilson
Time: 09:30 – 15:30
Cost: Staff - £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors - £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description:
The day will focus on the development of leadership skills in RE, with practical advice on planning and delivery of exciting and challenging learning in RE, emphasising an enquiry based approach. There will also be an opportunity to explore new methods of assessment in RE. We aim for all attending to leave with some new ideas about how to lead learning in Religious Education and to inspire young people with the richness of experiences both within and beyond the classroom.
Intended outcomes:
· Developing expertise as an RE subject leader
· Improving skills in planning, monitoring and leading
· Supporting effective teaching on religions and worldviews
· Planning for visits and visitors
· Sharing updates on current issues: assessment, RE syllabus review, SIAMS, British values
· Giving advice on creative approaches and useful resources
Course Title: Understanding Christianity (Day 2)
Dates: Monday 5th Feb
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Cost:£250 for both days (including extensive resources)
Course description
This two day course will introduce you to the key elements of the Understanding Christianity resources, outlining the central concepts and approaches to learning. You will be given advice and practical guidance about how to utilize the extensive set of course materials provided as part of the resource pack.
Intended outcomes
This course will equip teachers to:
· Develop their own thinking and understanding with regard to Christianity
· Create powerful, well-resourced, connected learning programmes to teach Christianity
· Enable their pupils to explore the theological concepts within Christianity
· Help their pupils become more theologically literate
Course title: RE Subject Knowledge Enhancement Teaching Judaism and Islam in the Primary school (KS1/2)
Date: Monday 26th February
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 15:00
Cost Staff: £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description
This course aims to provide support and inspiration for teachers of RE and RE coordinators in primary schools. It will offer practical ways of learning about and from Islam and Judaism, providing essential subject knowledge and active approaches to learning. Resources and ideas will be shared, offering engaging strategies and creative, enquiry-based materials suitable for children from 5-11.
Intended outcomes
The course will equip teachers to:
· Gain a good grasp of the key concepts and practices in Islam and Judaism
· Plan creative learning opportunities in Judaism and Islam
· Ensure progression in these topics across the primary age range
· Create challenging learning activities and classroom experiences
· Approach the teaching of these religions with greater confidence
Course title: RE Curriculum Review
Date: Tuesday 13th March 2018
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 15:30
Cost:No Charge
Course description
This day will give RE teachers and subject leaders an opportunity to share perspectives on the current syllabus requirements as we begin the process of review: we will want to explore what is valued and make note of where development is needed. We will then examine some new syllabus models, to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different systems, with a view to making recommendations to Exeter Diocese and Devon, Torbay and Plymouth SACREs.
Intended outcomes
· To review current syllabus requirements
· To explore new syllabus models
· To make recommendations to Exeter Diocese and Devon SACRE
Course Title: Learn Teach Lead RE Hub meetings
Dates: TermlyVenue:Various
Time:15:45 – 17:00
Cost:Free of charge
Intended outcomes
· Get connected locally with other RE teachers and work together on developing your subject.
· RE Hubs are open to anyone who teaches RE and meetings are led by Primary and Secondary RE specialists and supported by the Diocese.
· Each meeting has a theme.
· People are able to attend whichever hub is most convenient to them.
· For information of a hub near you go to http://ltlre.org/events/
CPD PROGRAMME
Summer Term 2018
Celebratory events
Date
Place
Time
Schools Celebration Service
Saturday 7th July 2018
Exeter Cathedral
Evensong 4pm
Leadership and Management
Date
Place
Time
Senior Leadership Briefing
Tues 8th May
Tues 22nd May
Tues 5th Jun
St. Mary’s, Bideford
St. Peter’s, Exeter
St. Matthew’s, Plymouth (tbc)
16:00 – 18:00
Heads, Chairs & Ex-Officio working together
Wed 13th Jun
The Old Deanery, Exeter
16:00 - 17:30
SIAMS
Date
Place
Time
The New SIAMS Framework
Wed 23rd May
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
The New SIAMS Framework
Fri 15th Jun
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
RE
Date
Place
Time
P4C
Mon 23rd Apr
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
Understanding Christianity (Day 1)
Mon 21st May
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
RE Subject Knowledge enhancement: Teaching Sikhism and Non-religious worldviews (KS2/3)
Tues 12th Jun
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
Inclusive Spiritual Development
Thurs 14th Jun
The Old Deanery, Exeter
09:30 – 15:30
Learn Teach Lead RE hubs across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay
For details of your local hub go to http://ltlre.org/events/
15:45 - 17:00
Celebration Events
Event: Schools Celebration Service – Exeter Cathedral
Dates:Saturday 7th July 2018
Time: TBC
As a Diocese we engage with Schools through our yearly Cathedral Service – more details to follow nearer the time. This event is open to all Church of England schools in Devon.
Leadership & Management
Senior Leadership Briefings
A termly meeting held across the Diocese for Headteachers along with their Chair of Governors to inform and discuss current issues affecting the Church Schools family.
Dates:Tues 8th MaySt. Mary’s CE Primary, Bideford
Tues 22nd MaySt. Peter’s CE High School, Exeter
Tues 5th JuneSt. Matthew’s CE Primary Academy, Plymouth (tbc)
Time: 16:00 – 18:00
Cost: Free of charge
Heads, Chairs and Ex-Officio Foundation Governors
(Or a substitute foundation governor)
3 Twilight Sessions over 3 Terms beginning in the Autumn Term 2017
Facilitators:Christina Mabin, Ed Pawson and Tatiana Wilson
Date:13th June Engaging with the Diocesan Vision: Pray Grow Serve (Collective Worship, RE, Parish links)
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Time:15.45 for 16:00 – 17:30
Cost: £120 per school for 3 sessions or £60 for 3 sessions with SLA
Course description:
The new Church of England Vision for Education informs the way church schools will be inspected under the new SIAMS evaluation schedule from September 2018. This programme gives Heads, Chairs and Ex-officio governors the opportunity to work together and explore how the vision can further enhanced their own education provision within a Christian context.
Intended outcomes:
· Opportunity for Heads, Chairs and Ex-officio foundation governors to reflect on the implications of both the Church of England Vision for Education, the Diocese of Exeter’s Vision and how these fit with their school’s vision (and that of their MAT or federation).
· Examples of best practice both between participating schools and more widely
· Opportunity to reflect on the specific needs of the area using a variety of data and then explore how the school and parish might work in partnership with each other (and beyond) to meet these.
Course Title: School Chaplaincy Development Network Meeting
Date: Wednesday 20th June
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator:Tatiana Wilson
Time: 14:00 – 16:30
Cost: Staff £40 or £30 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Termly Development and Network meeting for Chaplains with a key focus and input from specialists.
Focus to be agreed at our January Conference but please keep the afternoon free.
SIAMS
Course title: SIAMS – The New Framework
Facilitators:Ed Pawson: Diocesan Education Adviser and SIAMS InspectorTatiana Wilson
Dates:Wednesday 23rd May 2018Friday 15th June 2018
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Cost: Staff £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description:
The Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) is a significant way in which Church schools are judged. A new SIAMS framework comes into force in September 2018 which draws heavily on the Church of England Vision for Education. This course will brief school leaders on the significant changes to the Evaluation Schedule and Self-evaluation and offers ideas for further improvement. It is aimed for all staff and governors and will be an interactive, informative and enjoyable day.
Intended outcomes:
· Introduction to the new SIAMS Framework
· Strategies for effective self-evaluation
· What research evidence tells us?
· Case studies of best practice
Please bring a copy of your school’s most recent SIAMS self-evaluation form and action plan with you as you may want to annotate these through the day
RE
Course title: Philosophy for Children (P4C) in primary school
Date: Monday 23rd April
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 15:00
Cost: Staff £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description
Philosophy for children is a powerful educational approach that has been found to be highly effective in the dual aims of raising attainment and improving children’s enjoyment of learning. In this practical, hands-on course we will be exploring some of the central aims and methods of P4C and discussing how its techniques can be embedded into learning settings across the curriculum.
Intended outcomes
This course will equip teachers to:
· Help children to ask philosophical questions
· Develop an enquiry-based approach to learning
· Create a ‘community of enquiry’
· Utilise P4C resources
· Integrate P4C skills into the curriculum
Course Title: Understanding Christianity (Day 1)
Dates: Mon 21st May
Time:09:30 – 15:30
Venue:The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Cost:£150 (including extensive resources)
Course description
This course will consist of one full day at the Old Deanery, Exeter (21/5/18) and one twilight session in your area (in September 2018). It will introduce participants to the key elements of the Understanding Christianity resources, outlining the central concepts and approaches to learning. You will be given advice and practical guidance about how to utilize the extensive set of course materials provided as part of the resource pack.
Intended outcomes
This course will equip teachers to:
· Develop their own thinking and understanding with regard to Christianity
· Create powerful, well-resourced, connected learning programmes to teach Christianity
· Enable their pupils to explore the theological concepts within Christianity
· Help their pupils become more theologically literate
Course Title:RE Subject Knowledge enhancement: Teaching Sikhism and Non-religious
Worldviews (KS2/3)
Date: Tuesday 12th June
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 15:00
Cost Staff: £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors: £80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description:
This course aims to provide support and inspiration for teachers of RE and RE coordinators in primary schools. It will offer practical ways of learning about and from Sikhism and non-religious worldviews such as Humanism, providing essential subject knowledge and active approaches to learning. Resources and ideas will be shared, offering engaging strategies and creative, enquiry-based materials suitable for children from 5-11.
Intended outcomes:
The course will equip teachers to:
· Gain a good grasp of the key concepts and practices in Sikhism
· Develop a sound understanding of the nature of non-religious worldviews, specifically focusing on Humanism
· Plan creative learning opportunities for teaching about Sikhism and Humanism
· Ensure progression in these topics across the primary age range
· Create challenging learning activities and classroom experiences
· Approach the teaching of these topics with greater confidence
Course Title: Inclusive Spiritual Development
Date: Thursday 14th June
Venue: The Old Deanery, Exeter
Facilitator: Ed Pawson
Time: 09:30 – 15:30
Cost: Staff - £150 or £100 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Governors:£80 or £60 subscription rate per person (plus VAT where applicable)
Course description:
This course will help teachers to identify more clearly what is meant by spirituality and spiritual development, making links with inspiration, creativity and relational awareness and reflecting on its connection with religious belief. Through use of practical examples, there will be a discussion of how spirituality can be identified in all areas of the curriculum, through use of audit tools and planning grids. Consideration will be given to the way in which schools can enable staff to plan for the inclusive spiritual development of all children.
Intended outcomes:
· To develop a shared understanding of spirituality and spiritual development
· To consider the interaction between religion, religious beliefs and spirituality
· To explore what is meant by ‘learning from’ religion and to consider the role of mindfulness in schools
· To explore possible routes towards pupils’ spiritual development through collective worship, RE and other curriculum areas
· To explore the use of spiritual development planning grids
· To develop a policy on inclusive spiritual development, emphasising the way in which this should impact on all staff and all children
Course Title: Learn Teach Lead RE Hub meetings
Dates: TermlyTime:15:45 – 17:00
Venue:Various
Cost:Free of charge
Intended outcomes
· Get connected locally with other RE teachers and work together on developing your subject.
· RE Hubs are open to anyone who teaches RE and meetings are led by Primary and Secondary RE specialists and supported by the Diocese.
· Each meeting has a theme.
· People are able to attend whichever hub is most convenient to them.
· For information of a hub near you go to http://ltlre.org/events/
B O O K I N G I N F O R M A T I O N
BOOKING A PLACE ON THE COURSE
1.
To request a place on any of our courses, please send your full contact details on one of our booking forms by post or via email. Forms are also available to download via our website
http://exeter.anglican.org/schools/resources/
Please ensure we are aware of any special requirements you may need on the day e.g. specific dietary requests, disabled access, etc., and we will do our best to ensure all your needs are met.
Once you have submitted your booking form, we will e-mail you confirmation that you are accepted on to the course of your choice (unless the course is fully booked). Please note the Events Administrator is a part-time post, term time only, so you may experience a short delay before receiving a response.
A reminder will be emailed approximately one week before the course, together with any other relevant information.
PAYMENT
Invoices for Course fees are issued from a week prior to the event.
CANCELLATIONS
1.
While we understand that delegates sometimes have to withdraw at a late stage, we would be grateful if those who have to cancel would inform us immediately if they cannot attend.
We regret that when such late cancellations occur, it may be necessary to make an administration charge and recoup any costs incurred as part of a cancellation fee (this will depend on the nature of the course and the costs incurred). A cancellation fee of 100% will be made if cancelling within one week of an event, subject to the terms and conditions of the venue.
Most courses will have a minimum number of participants required to make the course viable, therefore bookings will close 7 days prior in order for a weeks notice to be given in the event of cancellation.
REFRESHMENTS
The Course fees include refreshments on arrival and at any breaks. Where stated, lunch will be provided, usually as a sandwich buffet selection.
ANY QUESTIONS?
Contact: our Events Administrator Fran Bradley ([email protected]),
Diocesan Board of Education, The Old Deanery, Exeter EX1 1HS.
Tel: 01392 294921.
Leadership Programme
In partnership with St Christopher’s Multi Academy Trust, we are putting together a rich and varied programme of leadership learning for the coming year, built around the Church of England’s Vision for Education (2016) and wider leadership theory. These are challenging times for all school leaders, and we encourage colleagues to join us at these events.
The first strand is a series of seminars (3hrs) led by Jo Evans on some of the big themes of
educational leadership
The Kenn Centre, Exeter Road,
Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7UE
http://www.kenncentre.co.uk/page_2807786.html
08:30 – 11:30
Vision and Values: What do you really believe? – 2nd October 20170
Relational Leadership: Trust and Transformation – 29th January 2018
Leading Learning and Developing Community – 1st May 2018
In addition, we intend to set up two thriving networks (2hrs), for church school leaders across the county to engage with theory, reflect on practice and develop peer support. These will be led by Jo Evans and Tatiana Wilson:
Best Western Tiverton Hotel (2pm-4pm) on 27th November 2017,
26th February 2018, 23rd April 2018, and 18th June 2018
Best Western Tiverton Hotel, Blundells Road, Tiverton
Devon EX16 4DB
All Saints Academy Plymouth (2pm-4pm) on 30th November 2017,
1st March 2018, 26th April 2018, and 21st June 2018
All Saints Academy Plymouth, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross, Plymouth, PL5 3NE
There will be no charge for St Christopher’s MAT schools, and prices for other schools £30 per session or £180 for all 7 (discount of £30) Non SLA and £30 per session and £150 for all 7 sessions (£60 discount) for SLA.
This is our first venture in formal MAT/Diocesan training partnerships and we are looking forward to identifying further collaborative training partnerships in the coming months. If you would like to discuss this further contact Fran
For more information or to book, contact Fran Bradley via [email protected].
Grove Booklets
Subscribing to Grove Booklets for £11 per annum is an inexpensive way for all schools to keep up to date with current thinking in Church School Education – e-books and past publications are available from the same site.
https://grovebooks.co.uk/products/subscription-to-the-grove-education-series
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Exeter Diocese CPD Events Booking Form
Course Title
Course date and
venue
Name of
Delegate/s
Position in School
e.g. Head,
Governor etc.
School Name
Email address for
delegate(s)
Phone number
For delegate(s)
Full Address
For invoicing,
(school address
unless paying for
yourself!)
Special Dietary
Requirements?
Any other special
requirements?
Cost per delegate
Total cost to be
invoiced to school
We respectfully draw your attention to the following Terms and Conditions.
1. Please note that bookings for this event will be on a first come first served basis.
2. Please confirm special dietary requirements at time of booking.
3. A programme and information will be sent 7 days prior to the event.
4. CANCELLATION - In the event of cancellation, and if no other delegate can be sent as a
replacement, the school may be liable to a cancellation charge (100% if cancelling within one
week of an event, subject to terms and conditions of venue).
5. Most courses will have a minimum number of participants required to make the course viable.
In the event of the Diocese cancelling the course, a full refund will apply.
6. Booking deadline is 7 days prior to the event.
Completed forms to be emailed to [email protected] or posted to
Events, Exeter Diocese Board of Education, Education Office, The Old Deanery, The Cloisters,
Exeter, EX1 1HS. Tele Number: 01392 294921.
Exeter Diocese CPD Events Booking Form
Course Title
Course date and venue
Name of Delegate/s
Position in School
e.g. Head, Governor etc.
School Name
Email address for delegate(s)
Phone number
For delegate(s)
Full Address
For invoicing, (school address unless paying for yourself!)
Special Dietary Requirements?
Any other special requirements?
Cost per delegate
Total cost to be
invoiced to school
We respectfully draw your attention to the following Terms and Conditions.
1. Please note that bookings for this event will be on a first come first served basis.
2. Please confirm special dietary requirements at time of booking.
3. A programme and information will be sent 7 days prior to the event.
4. CANCELLATION - In the event of cancellation, and if no other delegate can be sent as a replacement, the school may be liable to a cancellation charge (100% if cancelling within one week of an event, subject to terms and conditions of venue).
5. Most courses will have a minimum number of participants required to make the course viable. In the event of the Diocese cancelling the course, a full refund will apply.
6. Booking deadline is 7 days prior to the event.
Completed forms to be emailed to [email protected] or posted to
Events, Exeter Diocese Board of Education, Education Office, The Old Deanery, The Cloisters, Exeter, EX1 1HS. Tele Number: 01392 294921.
B O O K I N G I N F O R M A T I O N
BOOKING A PLACE ON THE COURSE
1.
To request a place on any of our courses, please send your full contact details on one of our booking forms by post or via email. Forms are also available to download via our website
http://exeter.anglican.org/schools/resources/
Please ensure we are aware of any special requirements you may need on the day e.g. specific dietary requests, disabled access, etc., and we will do our best to ensure all your needs are met.
Once you have submitted your booking form, we will e-mail you confirmation that you are accepted on to the course of your choice (unless the course is fully booked). Please note the Events Administrator is a part-time post, term time only, so you may experience a short delay before receiving a response.
A reminder will be emailed approximately one week before the course, together with any other relevant information.
PAYMENT
1.
Invoices for Course fees are issued from a week prior to the event.
CANCELLATIONS
1.
While we understand that delegates sometimes have to withdraw at a late stage, we would be grateful if those who have to cancel would inform us immediately if they cannot attend.
We regret that when such late cancellations occur, it may be necessary to make an administration charge and recoup any costs incurred as part of a cancellation fee (this will depend on the nature of the course and the costs incurred). A cancellation fee of 100% will be made if cancelling within one week of an event, subject to the terms and conditions of the venue.
Most courses will have a minimum number of participants required to make the course viable, therefore bookings will close 7 days prior in order for a weeks notice to be given in the event of cancellation.
REFRESHMENTS
1.
The Course fees include refreshments on arrival and at any breaks. Where stated, lunch will be provided, usually as a sandwich buffet selection.
ANY QUESTIONS?
Contact: our Events Administrator Fran Bradley ([email protected]),
Diocesan Board of Education, The Old Deanery, Exeter EX1 1HS.
Tel: 01392 294921.
Exeter Diocese
CPD
Events
Booking Form
Course Title
Course date and
venue
Name of
Delegate/s
Position in School
e.g. Head,
Governor etc.
School Name
Email address for
delegate(s)
Phone number
For delegate(s)
Full Address
For
invoicing,
(school address
unless paying for
yourself!)
Special Dietary
Requirements?
Any other special
requirements?
Cost per delegate
Total cost to be
invoiced to school
We respectfully draw your attention to the following
Terms and
Conditions
.
1. Please note that bookings for this event will be on a first come first served basis.
2. Please confirm special dietary requirements at time of booking.
3. A programme and information will be sent 7 days prior to the event.
4. CANCELLATION
-
In the event of cancellation, and if no other delegate can be sent as a
replacement, the school may be liable to a cancellation charge (100% if cancelling within one
week of an event, subject to terms and conditions of venue).
5. Most courses will have
a minimum number of participants required to make the course viable.
In the event of the Diocese cancelling the course, a full refund will apply.
6. Booking deadline is 7 days prior to the event.
Completed forms to be emailed to
or posted to
Events, Exeter Diocese Board of Education, Education Office, The Old Deanery, The Cloisters,
Exeter, EX1 1HS. Tele Number: 01392 294921.
Exeter Diocese CPD Events Booking Form
Course Title
Course date and
venue
Name of
Delegate/s
Position in School
e.g. Head,
Governor etc.
School Name
Email address for
delegate(s)
Phone number
For delegate(s)
Full Address
For invoicing,
(school address
unless paying for
yourself!)
Special Dietary
Requirements?
Any other special
requirements?
Cost per delegate
Total cost to be
invoiced to school
We respectfully draw your attention to the following Terms and Conditions.
1. Please note that bookings for this event will be on a first come first served basis.
2. Please confirm special dietary requirements at time of booking.
3. A programme and information will be sent 7 days prior to the event.
4. CANCELLATION - In the event of cancellation, and if no other delegate can be sent as a
replacement, the school may be liable to a cancellation charge (100% if cancelling within one
week of an event, subject to terms and conditions of venue).
5. Most courses will have a minimum number of participants required to make the course viable.
In the event of the Diocese cancelling the course, a full refund will apply.
6. Booking deadline is 7 days prior to the event.
Completed forms to be emailed to [email protected] or posted to
Events, Exeter Diocese Board of Education, Education Office, The Old Deanery, The Cloisters,
Exeter, EX1 1HS. Tele Number: 01392 294921.