Leadership and Management Development · This booklet contains details of the Lancashire Leadership and Management Development Course Programme for the ... In support of middle leaders

Leadership and ManagementDevelopment

Foundation Stage, Primary, Secondary and Special Professional Development Courses 2006-2007

The School Leadership and ManagementDevelopment Team:� Responds to schools’ demand for management

support and training.� Provides models and support for the validation of

school self-evaluation.� Promotes the development of leadership and

management skills.� Enables schools, through brokering services and

disseminating good practice, to take responsibilityfor the effectiveness of their leadership andmanagement.

The School Leadership and Management DevelopmentTeam consists of school advisers assisted by a team ofclient support and administrative personnel. The teamhas a wealth of experience in the design, creation anddevelopment of a wide range of leadership andmanagement courses, consultancies and school basedin-service training.

Courses are designed to support leaders and managersat all levels in school.

The programme includes dedicated courses for nursery,primary, secondary, special and short-stay schools.There are also a number of cross-phase courses.

They aim to meet the needs of leaders and managers atthe following levels:

� Emergent Leadership.� Established Leadership.� Entry to Headship.� Advanced Leadership.� Consultant Leadership.

As you look through this booklet please also rememberthat we can offer:

� School-based INSET based on any of our courses.� Network INSET at your own venue for a network

or cluster of schools.� Consultancies to follow-up training or as an

alternative way of undertaking CPD.

For further information please telephone: 01772531887 to discuss your requirements or ask for anadviser to make contact with you to discuss your needsin more detail.

We look forward to working with you to ensure thatthe CPD needs of leaders and managers at all levelswithin your school are met by our course programme.If you have any comments, suggestions or requests forleadership and management development then pleasecontact us.

How to contact usSchool Leadership and Management Development TeamDirectorate for Children & Young PeopleLancashire School Effectiveness ServiceRoom A1PO Box 61County HallPRESTON PR1 8RJTel: 01772 531988 / 531887 / 532169 Fax: 01772 532436Email: [email protected]: www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/lses

The School Leadership and Management Development Team

What will I find in this booklet?This booklet contains details of the Lancashire Leadership and Management Development Course Programme for the

2006/07 school year.

Which courses are suitable for me?Most of the courses in this booklet are designed for school leaders and managers. Some are designed for ‘middle

managers’ and colleagues aspiring to leadership positions. Each course has a set of aims listed and an indication of the

‘phase’ that it is suitable for. Please check the aims for any course you are interested in to make sure it meets your needs.

In order to assist you in understanding at ‘what level’ the courses are pitched, please see the diagram on page 6

outlining a possible ‘ladder’ of progression through our courses. Although there are no hard and fast rules, we try not

to restrict courses to particular posts within school, as every school is different and everyone’s CPD needs are

individual.

What aspects of leadership and management are covered in the courses provided?On pages 9-13 you will find the courses grouped according to the ‘theme’ or ‘topic’. At the rear of the booklet we

have also included an A-Z index with courses listed by their title and in some cases the aspect of leadership covered.

If you can’t see what you are looking for - please do not hesitate to contact us.

What will the format of the course be?Our courses are delivered by advisers working alongside practising headteachers and senior managers in schools and

LA officers. Each course will outline the educational principles and practical implications involved and support

colleagues in carrying out rigorous self-evaluation. A range of learning tools is used during courses to help colleagues

develop their knowledge and understanding and reflect on implications for their leadership and management in

school. We aim to make our courses informative, interesting, practical and, most importantly, useful in supporting

self-evaluation and planning for improvement.

What do I do after the course?Some colleagues have found a consultancy or coaching session with an adviser or headteacher (possibly six months

after the course) to be a useful way of developing their skills or measuring the impact of the course on school. This

has been found to be an effective way to support and challenge school self-evaluation, supported by an experienced

colleague.

Course Programme 2006-2007

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New this yearThis year we are introducing new courses on Coaching, Enhancing Personal Performance, Authentic Leadership and

Developing High Performance Teams in association with Metaphorics (Dr Mark Bawden). These courses have been

extensively trialled with school leaders in Lancashire and were extremely well received.

We also have a new induction programme for headteachers: HeadStart, and, by request, an exciting residential

conference for primary headteachers and senior leaders. This will be held in February 2007 entitled ‘24 hours in

Leadership’ (see page 17).

In support of middle leaders we are introducing a ‘generic’ course on subject leadership for the first time and other

courses to support the development of a rich, broad and creative curriculum.

The success of the ‘Leading the...’ series of courses last year has been built on with new courses in that series. The

induction programme for primary deputy headteachers (IDeAHs) will continue following outstanding reviews in

2005/06.

Much of our CPD provision for secondary schools is tailored ‘in-house’ training (see page 8) but we do have an

increasing number of courses designed for secondary school staff - all highlighted within this booklet.

Supported WorkshopsIn 2006/07 we are again offering...

A suite of supported workshops which provide an opportunity for senior managers to bring along school data,

information or draft materials (such as the SEF) - receive an update on the latest advice and information - and receive

advice and assistance from advisers and their peers.

COMING SOON - watch for the flyers!

Meeting the ECM outcomes in school

Inspiring School Leaders - for leadership in special schools

Managing a Critical Incident

Leading a Key Stage or phase within school

Associate Heads’ & Deputies’ Network

Mental preparation for Ofsted - available to individual schools & networks on a ‘consultancy’ basis

Any additional courses added during the year will be advertised by flyer.


How do I apply for a place on a course?Complete a course application form and return it to:

School Leadership and Management Development Team

Directorate for Children & Young People

Lancashire School Effectiveness Service

Room A1

PO Box 61

County Hall

PRESTON

PR1 8RJ

Fax: 01772 532436Web: www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/lses

New for September 2006!You can now check our full range of courses and apply for a

place online at our exciting new website

www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/lses

You can view details of our full range of available services,

including courses, consultancies and publications as well as

up-to-date news and information.

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Headteachers Lancashire Secondary HeadteacherInduction Programme (p29)

Assessing Threshold Standards (p15)

Headstart (p27)Lancashire induction programme

for primary headteachersAdvancing School Self-Evaluation

(p41)

Deputy Headteachers Potential School Leaders (p8)Primary Deputy/Assistant

Headteacher Conferences (p17)

Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum (p20-21)

IDeAHs: (p28)Induction Programme for Deputy

and Assistant Headteachers

Middle Managers Inspiring School Leaders (p39)Preparation for Middle Leadership

in Secondary Schools (p39)

Primary Induction Tutor Training(p30)

Training for Secondary NQTInduction Tutors (p30)

Aspiring Managers Threshold Standards (p15)

Teachers Effective Subject Leadership (p23)

Moving into Management (p38)

Preparation for Middle Leadershipin Secondary School (p39)

Headteacher Forums(p19,20 and 25)

The Small Schools’ Conference (p41)

Senior LeadersHeadteachers &

Deputy Headteachers

24 hours in Leadership (p17)Primary residential leadership

conference

Ensuring High Quality Induction(p36)

Authentic Leadership (p16)Effective Financial Management

(p34)

Deputy Headteacher and AssistantHeadteacher Conference (p18)

Raising Your School Profile (p36)

Enhancing Personal Performanceand the Performance of others

(p14)

Effective People Management(p34)

HeadCoach (p14)Developing High

Performance Teams (p16)

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Leading and Developing ExtendedServices through the School (p32)

Leading the Inclusive (SEN) School(p32)

Managing Meetings in School (p35)

Leading the Inclusive (Able, Gifted& Talented) School (p33)

Managing the Effective Primary School Office (p35)

Learning Network Leaders’ Forum(p40)

Excellence & Enjoyment: Managing a broad and balanced

curriculum (p23)

Leading the E-Confident School(p24)

Leading the Creative School(p24)

The Importance of Becoming anEco-School (p25)

Reviewing Your SchoolDevelopment Plan (p42)

How Effective is your Foundation Stage? (p25)

Leading the Small School (p31)

Carrying Out Lesson Observationsas a Subject Leader (p46)

Applying for the LearningExcellence Award (p33)

Ofsted Self Evaluation Form (SEF)(p43)

Carring Out Planning and Work Scrutiny (p44)

Observing Lessons and Feeding Back(p44)

Developing Pupil Voice (p45)

Using the ePANDA Report (p45)

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INSET PACKAGES FOR SECONDARYSCHOOLS

Advisers on the secondary team offer a range ofdifferent INSET provision. Leadership and Managementpackages can be designed to meet the needs of anindividual school or a cluster of schools.

These include:

1. Generic leadership and management training formiddle leaders• Understanding leadership and management• Leadership styles• Developing personal qualities for leadership• Time management in leadership

2. Leading learning and teaching • Judging standards consistently• Observing learning and giving feedback• Strategies for improvement

3. Leading self-evaluation and school developmentplanning• Methods of monitoring leading to self-evaluation• Interpreting data and other information for self-

evaluation• SEF completion• Good practice in development planning

4. Developing coaching techniques to improve learning.

5. Using data to lead school improvement (can also beused with school governors)

6. Leading curriculum development from 14-19

7. The role of the leader in relation to schoolinspection

8. Leading special educational needs and inclusion

INSET can be provided during the school day, a twilighttraining session or a series of sessions. Support can alsobe provided on school training days.

If schools wish, they can ask for different advisers todeliver on different topics - your school adviser or PhilWood, Secondary Team Leader, will be able to adviseon appropriate personnel who can meet your school’sneeds. Phil can be contacted via 01772 531658.

PRIMARY FORUMS AND POTENTIALSCHOOL LEADERS’ TRAINING

FORUMSEach term in each area we hold a separate Forum for:• Headteachers• Deputy and Assistant Headteachers

These sessions are an opportunity for school leaders tomeet with Area Team advisers:• To provide school leaders with a forum for the

discussion of current/future developments inleadership, management and learning and teaching;and

• To provide updates on recent initiatives in theprimary phase.

They are an opportunity for school leaders to networkwith other colleagues in the local area and keep up todate wth recent developments. A variety of differentapproaches and learning tools are used to assist schoolleaders in developing the knowledge, understanding andskills required in leading and managing a primary school.For details see pages 19 - 21 of this booklet.

NETWORK LEADER FORUMSThere is also a termly forum for the leaders of schoolnetworks. See page 40.

POTENTIAL SCHOOL LEADERS’ TRAININGThe Lancashire School Effectiveness Service organisesarea based coaching sessions for potential schoolleaders. These sessions are facilitated by school adviserswith support from diocesan officers. Meetings aretermly and address such issues as preparation forleadership, application and interview techniques.The participants may be self-selecting or recommendedby the headteacher or school’s adviser.For further details, including dates of coaching sessions,please contact your area advisers’ office:EAST AREA Janet Bowers Tel: 01254 220530NORTH AREA Marion Hill Tel: 01524 585857SOUTH AREA Liz Noonan Tel: 01257 517239

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Course Title Phase Start Date Course No. Page

Coaching & Performance Management

HeadCoach Wed 17 Jan 2007 MAN119a 14Wed 25 April 2007 MAN119b 14

Enhancing Personal Performance and the Thu 19 Oct 2006 MAN104a 14Performance of Others Wed 7 Feb 2007 MAN104b 14

Wed 13 Jun 2007 MAN104c 14

Threshold Standards Thu 9 Nov 2006 am MAN118a 15Thu 9 Nov 2006 pm MAN118b 15Thu 8 Mar 2007 am MAN118c 15Thu 8 Mar 2007 pm MAN118d 15Wed 20 Jun 2007 am MAN118e 15Wed 20 Jun 2007 pm MAN118f 15

Assessing Threshold Standards Tue 14 Nov 2006 am MAN143a 15Tue 14 Nov 2006 pm MAN143b 15Tue 20 Mar 2007 am MAN143c 15Tue 20 Mar 2007 pm MAN143d 15Tue 26 Jun 2007 am MAN143g 15Tue 26 Jun 2007 pm MAN143h 15

Authentic Leadership Wed 31 Jan 2007 MAN159a 16Thu 7 Jun 2007 MAN159b 16

Developing High Performance Teams Thu 8 Mar 2007 MAN161a 16Wed 20 Jun 2007 MAN161b 16

Conferences & Forums

24 Hours in Leadership - Residential Primary Leadership Conference Thu 22 Feb 2007 MAN304a 17

Primary Deputy and Assistant Headteacher Conference Thu 16 Nov 2006 MAN302a 17

The Small Schools’ Conference Thu 21 Jun 2007 MAN303a 18

Deputy Heads and Assistant Heads Conference Fri 15 Jun 2007 MAN301a 18

Headteacher Forum - Area East Mon 13 Nov 2006 MAN107a 19Tue 14 Nov 2006 MAN107b 19Wed 15 Nov 2006 MAN107c 19Mon 5 Mar 2007 MAN107d 19Tue 6 Mar 2007 MAN107e 19Wed 7 Mar 2007 MAN107f 19Mon 18 Jun 2007 MAN107g 19Wed 20 Jun 2007 MAN107h 19

PHASE GUIDE: FOUNDATION PRIMARY SECONDARY SPECIAL

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Headteacher Forum - Area North Tue 21 Nov 2006 MAN122d 19Wed 22 Nov 2006 MAN122e 19Thu 23 Nov 2006 MAN122f 19Tue 13 Mar 2007 MAN122g 19Wed 14 Mar 2007 MAN122h 19Thu 15 Mar 2007 MAN122i 19Tue 12 Jun 2007 MAN122a 19Wed 13 Jun 2007 MAN122b 19Thu 14 Jun 2007 MAN122c 19

Headteacher Forum - Area South Tue 14 Nov 2006 MAN129c 20Wed 15 Nov 2006 MAN129d 20

Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum - Area East Tue 21 Nov 2006 MAN108a 20Wed 22 Nov 2006 MAN108b 20Wed 21 Mar 2007 MAN108c 20Thu 22 Mar 2007 MAN108d 20Mon 25 Jun 2007 MAN108e 20Tue 26 Jun 2007 MAN108f 20

Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum - Area North Tue 28 Nov 2006 MAN123d 21Wed 29 Nov 2006 MAN123e 21Thu 30 Nov 2006 MAN123f 21Tue 20 Mar 2007 MAN123g 21Wed 21 Mar 2007 MAN123h 21Thu 22 Mar 2007 MAN123i 21Tue 26 Jun 2007 MAN123j 21Wed 27 Jun 2007 MAN123k 21Thu 28 Jun 2007 MAN123l 21

Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum - Area South Wed 22 Nov 2006 MAN130b 21

Nursery Headteacher Forum Thu 5 Oct 2006 MAN125b 22

Curriculum Leadership

Excellence & Enjoyment: Developing the Broad, Thu 12 Oct 2006 MAN154a 23Rich, Creative Curriculum Tue 6 Mar 2007 MAN154b 23

Effective Subject Leadership for School Tue 27 Mar 2007 MAN128a 23Improvement Tue 19 Jun 2007 MAN128b 23

Leading the E-Confident School - Mon 16 Oct 2006 MAN157a 24helping headteachers to think strategically Tue 20 Feb 2007 MAN157b 24about ICT Tue 12 Jun 2007 MAN157c 24

Leading the Creative School Fri 20 Oct 2006 MAN141b 24Thu 24 May 2007 MAN141c 24

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The Importance of Becoming an Eco-School Thu 25 Jan 2007 MAN121a 25

How Effective is your Foundation Stage? Wed 17 Jan 2007 MAN120a 25Tue 13 Mar 2007 MAN120b 25Wed 23 May 2007 MAN120c 25

Developing an Effective Teaching and Learning Policy Wed 31 Jan 2007 MAN202a 26for the 21st Century

Induction Programmes

HeadStart Wed 17 Jan 2007 MAN158a 27Wed 25 Apr 2007 MAN158b 27Wed 12 Sep 2007 MAN158c 27

IDeAHs - Induction Programme for Deputy and Tue 19 Sep 2006 MAN133d 28Assistant Headteachers in Primary Schools Tue 16 Jan 2007 MAN133e 28

Tue 24 Apr 2007 MAN133a 28

Lancashire Secondary Headteacher Induction Wed 18 Oct 2006 MAN203a 29Programme

Primary Induction Tutor Training Tue 12 Sep 2006 NQT101c 30Thu 14 Sep 2006 NQT101d 30Mon 25 Sep 2006 NQT101e 30Tue 16 Jan 2007 NQT101f 30Wed 25 Apr 2007 NQT101a 30Wed 4 Jul 2007 NQT101b 30

Training for Secondary NQT Induction Tutors and Tue 27 Feb 2007 NQT203a 30Headteachers on the Statutory Requirements Wed 28 Feb 2007 NQT203b 30of Induction Thu 1 Mar 2007 NQT203c 30

Leadership & Management

Leading the Small School Fri 26 Jan 2007 MAN160a 31

Leading the Learning School: A course for Tue 30 Jan 2007 MAN142a 31Leadership Teams

Leading and Developing Extended Services Thu 2 Nov 2006 MAN155a 32through the School Thu 8 Mar 2007 MAN155b 32

Leading the Inclusive (SEN) School Tue 7 Nov 2006 MAN140a 32

Leading the Inclusive (Able, Gifted & Talented) Tue 7 Nov 2006 MAN136a 33School Wed 7 Feb 2007 MAN136b 33

Mon 21 May 2007 MAN136c 33

Supported Workshop - Applying for the Learning Wed 11 Oct 2006 MAN151a 33Excellence Award Thu 1 Mar 2007 MAN151b 33

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Effective People Management Mon 6 Nov 2006 MAN105a 34Mon 5 Mar 2007 MAN105b 34Mon 11 Jun 2007 MAN105c 34

Effective Financial Management Thu 18 Jan 2007 MAN102c 34Wed 13 Jun 2007 MAN102d 34

Managing the Effective Primary School Office Wed 14 Mar 2007 MAN113a 35

Managing Meetings in School Wed 14 Mar 2007 MAN110a 35

Raising Your School Profile Fri 22 Jun 2007 MAN131a 36

Ensuring High Quality Induction Thu 19 Apr 2007 MAN165a 36

Secondary Assessment for Learning Conference Fri 8 Jun 2007 MAN300a 37

Middle Management

Moving into Management Wed 4 Oct 2006 MAN100a 38Tue 17 Oct 2006 MAN100b 38Mon 8 Jan 2007 MAN100d 38Tue 1 May 2007 MAN100e 38

Inspiring School Leaders Mon 25 Sep 2006 MAN106a 39Tue 9 Jan 2007 MAN106b 39Thu 19 Apr 2007 MAN106c 39

Preparation for Middle Leadership in Tue 3 Oct 2006 MAN201a 39Secondary Schools

Networks

Learning Network Leaders’ Forum Fri 6 Oct 2006 MAN138a 40Tue 20 Feb 2007 MAN138b 40Thu 28 Jun 2007 MAN138c 40

Self Evaluation, Inspection & Development Planning

Advancing School Self-Evaluation Mon 25 Sep 2006 MAN139a 41

Managing the Inspection Process Wed 8 Nov 2006 MAN114a 41Tue 27 Feb 2007 MAN114b 41

Effective Development Planning for Wed 7 Mar 2007 MAN101a 42School Improvement Thu 7 Jun 2007 MAN101b 42

Reviewing Your School Development Plan Wed 4 Oct 2006 MAN117a 42

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Ofsted Self-Evaluaton Form (SEF) Mon 2 Oct 2006 MAN145a 43(Supported Workshop) Thu 16 Nov 2006 MAN145d 43

Thu 23 Nov 2006 MAN145l 43Tue 16 Jan 2007 MAN145b 43Wed 21 Feb 2007 MAN145e 43Mon 26 Feb 2007 MAN145m 43Mon 30 Apr 2007 MAN145j 43Wed 16 May 2007 MAN145k 43Thu 17 May 2007 MAN145n 43

Carrying Out Planning & Work Scrutiny Wed 29 Nov 2006 MAN149a 44(Supported Workshop) Wed 2 May 2007 MAN149b 44

Observing Lessons and Feeding Back Thu 19 Oct 2006 MAN153a 44(Supported Workshop) Tue 6 Feb 2007 MAN153b 44

Mon 11 Jun 2007 MAN153c 44

Developing Pupil Voice Wed 28 Feb 2007 MAN147a 45(Supported Workshop) Wed 23 May 2007 MAN147b 45

Using the ePANDA Report available from Thu 2 Nov 2006 MAN146a 45RAISEOnline (Supported Workshop) Mon 13 Nov 2006 am MAN146b 45

Mon 13 Nov 2006 pm MAN146c 45Thu 11 Jan 2007 MAN146d 45

Carrying out Lesson Observations as a Subject Thu 19 Oct 2006 MAN152a 46Leader (Supported Workshop) Tue 30 Jan 2007 MAN152b 46


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HeadCoach

Key Stages: Foundation; KS1; KS2

Objectives:The primary aim of this course is to create a frameworkfrom which headteachers can coach each other towardsincreased performance effectiveness through skilledcoaching conversations. The secondary aim is toenhance coaching cultures within schools.

Coaching has been used for many years within businessand sporting domains. This coaching programme hasbeen designed specifically for the educational sector anddelegates can expect a motivating, enlightening andpractical course, leading to increased levels ofunderstanding, awareness and performance.

Course presenter, Dr Mark Bawden is a performanceconsultant whose background lies in world class sports.He is passionate about developing practical strategiesthat are proven to enhance performance.

The course objectives are:• to raise delegates’ awareness of the principles of

coaching and how this process can be used as a toolto enhance headteacher performance;

• to ensure delegates are capable of using a coachingapproach with colleagues;

• to be able to use practical coaching tools and techniqueswhich can be applied back into daily practice;

• to understand the key differences between coachingwith and without expertise; and

• to have practical experience of coaching throughoutthe course.

This course was extensively trialled with networks ofheadteachers in the spring and summer terms of 2006.Consequently it can also be ‘commissioned’ by a network,through the School Leadership & ManagementDevelopment Team (tel. 01772 531887) - at a local venueof your choice.

Who should attend:Headteachers and Deputy/Assistant Headteachers

When and where:MAN119aWednesday 17 January 2007, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm,Thursday 18 January 2007, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm andWednesday 28 March 2007, 9:00 am - 4:45 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN119bWednesday 25 April 2007, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, Thursday 26 April 2007, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm andWednesday 27 June 2007, 9:00 am - 4:45 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Dr Mark Bawden (Performance Consultant) inpartnership with the School Leadership andManagement Development Team.

Course fee: £380, including lunch

Enhancing Personal Performance and the Performance of Others


Objectives:The aim of this innovative two day course is to workwith senior leaders to enhance their own performanceand those that they manage. The course focuses on fivekey areas of performance enhancement including:• motivating yourself and others;• focusing your energy effectively;• performing under pressure;• developing resilience; and• building robust self confidence.

The course objectives are:• to raise delegates’ awareness of how to get the best

out of themselves and others;• to raise delegates’ awareness of their motivators,

values and drivers;• to establish effective strategies that enhance a positive

work/life balance;• to develop practical tools and techniques that help

teachers to perform under pressure effectively;• to increase awareness of how to become more

resilient; and• to develop practical tools and techniques which will

increase delegates’ robust self confidence.

Testimonial:“Having attended the Enhancing your performance course,I can honestly say that this is one of the most powerful andeffective leadership training sessions I have ever attended.” Judith Williams, Headteacher, Peel Park PrimarySchool, Accrington

Who should attend: Senior Managers

When and where:MAN104aThursday 19 October 2006, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm andFriday 20 October 2006, 9:30 am - 4:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN104bWednesday 7 February 2007, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm andThursday 8 February 2007, 9:30 am - 4:30 pmBorwick Hall Outdoor Education Centre, Carnforth

MAN104cWednesday 13 June 2007, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm andThursday 14 June 2007, 9:30 am - 4:30 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Dr Mark Bawden (Performance Consultant) inpartnership with the School Leadership andManagement Development Team.



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Threshold Standards

Key Stages: Foundation; KS1; KS2; KS3; KS4

Objectives:To inform teachers of the Threshold Standards and theapplication process.

This half day course is aimed at those teachers eligibleto apply for Threshold Assessment in the near future,i.e.:• qualified teachers subject to the School Teachers’ Pay

and Conditions document who are placed on PointsM5 or M6 of the Pay Scale for classroom teachers;

• those teachers who were eligible for earlier roundsbut chose not to apply; and

• those teachers who did apply in earlier rounds butwere found to have ‘not yet met’ some, or all, of thethreshold standards.

Who should attend:Teachers eligible to apply for Threshold Assessment

When and where:MAN118aThursday 9 November 2006, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN118bThursday 9 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN118cThursday 8 March 2007, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN118dThursday 8 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN118eWednesday 20 June 2007, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN118fWednesday 20 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:David Eastham (Specialist Adviser)

Course fee:£75, refreshments will be provided

Assessing Threshold Standards


Objectives:This half day course, designed for headteachers who haveto assess threshold applications for the first time, willcover how the threshold assessment process operates. It will also provide headteacher participants with anopportunity to extend their knowledge andunderstanding of their role in the threshold assessmentprocess.

Note: There is no national programme of training fornew headteachers this year.

Who should attend:Headteachers and Heads of Central Services

When and where:MAN143aTuesday 14 November 2006, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN143bTuesday 14 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN143cTuesday 20 March 2007, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN143dTuesday 20 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN143gTuesday 26 June 2007, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN143hTuesday 26 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:David Eastham (Specialist Adviser)



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Authentic Leadership


Objectives:The aim of this one day course is to developinspirational leadership through the process ofenhancing self awareness.

The course is based on the principle that strong,sustainable leadership is not a series of skills that aperson needs to learn, but is about really knowing whatyour strengths as a person are and how to play thesestrengths through strong leadership.

The course objectives are:• to raise delegates’ awareness of authentic leadership

and its place in education;• to explore delegates’ levels of authenticity and

enhance these over the course;• to develop practical steps, based on a solid theoretical

underpinning; and• to facilitate greater levels of self-understanding in

headteachers and explore how authenticity forms thefoundation of great leadership.

Who should attend:Senior Managers

When and where:MAN159aWednesday 31 January 2007, 9:00 am - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN159bThursday 7 June 2007, 9:00 am - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Dr Mark Bawden (Performance Consultant) inpartnership with the School Leadership & ManagementDevelopment Team

Course fee:£150, including lunch

Developing High Performance Teams


Objectives:The aim of this two day course is to increase teachingteam performance by enhancing awareness of how tomanage a high performance team.

The course objectives are:• to raise delegates’ awareness of what makes a high

performance team• to explore goals, roles and communication within the

team;• to understand team and individual strengths and how

to use these most effectively;• to understand how the team responds to pressure

and to prepare for pressure environments;• to explore how to create high performance cultures

in which individuals can take responsibility and areable to take risks; and

• to develop practical tools and techniques that willenhance team performance.

Presented by:Dr Mark Bawden (Performance Consultant) working inpartnership with the School Leadership andManagement Development Team.


When and where:MAN161aThursday 8 March 2007, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 9 March 2007, 9:00 am - 4:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN161bWednesday 20 June 2007, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm andThursday 21 June 2007, 9:00 am - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Dr Mark Bawden (Performance Consultant) inpartnership with the School Leadership & ManagementDevelopment Team



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24 Hours in Leadership: Residential Primary LeadershipConference


Objectives:This conference is residential and will begin with lunchat 12.30pm on Thursday and end at 12.30pm on Friday.This is an opportunity for leadership teams to worktogether for 24 hours and explore current leadershipand management developments in Primary Education.

This conference aims to:• motivate and challenge school leadership teams;• provide an opportunity for leadership teams to work

together on current issues;• stimulate discussion around leadership and

management issues;• provide opportunities for senior leadership teams to

network; and• use a range of strategies including motivational

speakers, small group work and open space learning.

Full details of key-note speakers will be provided onflyers nearer the time of this conference.

As this conference is designed for leadership teamsthere will be a reduced charge of 25% for the secondand subsequent applicant from the same school.

Who should attend:Headteachers and Senior Managers - Leadership Teamsfrom Primary Schools

When and where:MAN304aThursday 22 February 2007, 12:30 pm - 10:00 pm andFriday 23 February 2007, 9:00 am - 12:30 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)Alison Pile (Adviser)Invited Keynote Speakers

Course fee:£275, including evening meal and overnightaccommodation

Primary Deputy and Assistant Headteacher Conference


Objectives:This is an absolute must for all Deputy and AssistantHeadteachers in the foundation/primary phase and isrelevant to both newly appointed and experienced postholders. The day will focus on enhancing andchallenging delegates’ understanding of strategicleadership, personal performance and what it takes tobe an effective school leader.

Delegates’ feedback from last year’s Conference wasextremely positive:-“The whole day was more than excellent! Inspirational!A really fantastic day lots to take from it.In 12 years . . . Best training ever! Feel very motivated,more positive professionally and personally. Thank you.”

This year the Conference welcomes two keynotespeakers:-Dr. Ruth Sutton, Education Consultant and internationalspeaker, who will open the Conference and guidedelegates through aspects of effective leadership,challenge their thinking on building leadership capacityand inspire them to be agents of change .

Dr. Mark Bawden, accredited sports psychologist andbusiness coach, has been brought back by popularrequest. This year he will provide delegates with insightsinto how to get the best out of your teams at school. Hewill transform your thinking on understanding individualand team strengths and how to create measurableimprovements at individual and institutional levels. He willtransfer his sporting metaphors to the high performanceenvironment of the school and inspire delegates to applythe principles to their own circumstances.

Deputy headteachers taking part in the Deputies’induction programme (IDeAHs) from September 2006can attend at a reduced rate of £100 but must apply onthe special voucher issued at the first twilight sessionattended (see page 28).

Who should attend:Deputy and Assistant Headteachers


Presented by:Viv Clark (Adviser)Dr Ruth Sutton (Education Consultant)Dr Mark Bawden (Performance Consultant)



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The Small Schools’ Conference


Objectives:This conference will follow the last year’s verysuccessful format. Beginning at 1.30pm it will examineand share up to date issues in small school leadershipand management.

The conference aims to:• provide current information on issues facing small

schools;• explore strategies to support leadership and

management in small schools;• share ideas and good practice from each other’s

school; and• support networking within the small school

community in Lancashire.

To end the conference there will be an evening meal forparticipants, providing an opportunity to talk tocolleagues informally.

Who should attend:Small School Headteachers and Senior Managers

When and where:MAN303aThursday 21 June 2007, 1:30 pm - 10:00 pmBarton Grange Hotel, Preston

Presented by:Alison Pile (Adviser)

Course fee:£180, including evening meal

Secondary Deputy Headteacher andAssistant Headteacher Conference

Key Stages: KS3; KS4

Objectives:To attend workshops and keynote address on leadershipissues in secondary schools. The main topic for thisyear’s conference will be personalised learning andinnovation in secondary education.


When and where:MAN301aFriday 15 June 2007, 9:15 am - 3:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Guest Keynote Speakers



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Headteacher Forum - Area East


Objectives:These sessions are an opportunity for primaryheadteachers to meet with Area Team advisers:• to provide headteachers with a forum for the

discussion of current/future developments inleadership, management and learning and teaching; and

• to provide updates on recent initiatives in the primaryphase.

They are an opportunity for headteachers to networkwith other colleagues in the local area and keep up todate with recent developments. A variety of differentapproaches and learning tools are used to assistheadteachers in developing the knowledge,understanding and skills required in leading andmanaging a primary school.

Who should attend:Headteachers

When and where:MAN107aMonday 13 November 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN107bTuesday 14 November 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Oaks Hotel, Burnley

MAN107cWednesday 15 November 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmSt Mary’s Chambers, Rawtenstall

MAN107dMonday 5 March 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN107eTuesday 6 March 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Oaks Hotel, Burnley

MAN107fWednesday 7 March 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmSt Mary’s Chambers, Rawtenstall

MAN107gMonday 18 June 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN107hWednesday 20 June 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Oaks Hotel, Burnley

Presented by:LA Advisers


Headteacher Forum - Area North


Objectives:These sessions are an opportunity for primaryheadteachers to meet with Area Team advisers:• to provide headteachers with a forum for the



They are also an opportunity for headteachers tonetwork with other colleagues in the local area andkeep up to date with recent developments. A variety ofdifferent approaches and learning tools are used toassist headteachers in developing the knowledge, skillsand understanding required to lead and manage aprimary school.


When and where:MAN122dTuesday 21 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

MAN122eWednesday 22 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSingleton Lodge, Poulton-le-Fylde

MAN122fThursday 23 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmHarris Centre, Preston

MAN122gTuesday 13 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

MAN122hWednesday 14 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmHarris Centre, Preston

MAN122iThursday 15 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSingleton Lodge, Poulton-le-Fylde

MAN122aTuesday 12 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSingleton Lodge, Poulton-le-Fylde

MAN122bWednesday 13 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

MAN122cThursday 14 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmHarris Centre, Preston


Course fee: £75, refreshments will be provided


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Headteacher Forum - Area South


Objectives:These sessions are an opportunity for Primary Heads tomeet with Area Team advisers:• to provide headteachers with a forum for the



They are also an opportunity for headteachers tonetwork with other colleagues in the local area andkeep up to date with recent developments. A variety ofdifferent approaches and learning tools are used toassist headteachers in developing the knowledge, skillsand understanding to required to lead and manage aprimary school.

Forums are held each term. Dates and venues for thespring and summer terms 2007 will be circulated byflyer nearer the time.


When and where:MAN129cTuesday 14 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 3:45 pmWest Lancashire Investment Centre, Skelmersdale

MAN129dWednesday 15 November 2006, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley



Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum -Area East


Objectives:These sessions are an opportunity for primary deputyand assistant headteachers to meet with Area Teamadvisers:• to provide deputy and assistant headteachers with a

forum for the discussion of current/futuredevelopments in leadership, management and learningand teaching; and


They are also an opportunity for deputy and assistantheadteachers to network with other colleagues in thelocal area and keep up to date with recent developments.A variety of different approaches and learning tools areused to assist deputy and assistant headteachers indeveloping the knowledge, skills and understanding torequired to lead and manage a primary school.

Who should attend:Deputy/Assistant Headteachers

When and where:MAN108aTuesday 21 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmThe Oaks Hotel, Burnley

MAN108bWednesday 22 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSt Mary’s Chambers, Rawtenstall

MAN108cWednesday 21 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmThe Oaks Hotel, Burnley

MAN108dThursday 22 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN108eMonday 25 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN108fTuesday 26 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmThe Oaks Hotel, Burnley




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Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum -Area North


Objectives:These sessions are an opportunity for primary deputy andassistant headteachers to meet with Area Team advisers:• to provide deputy and assistant headteachers with a





When and where:MAN123dTuesday 28 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmHarris Centre, Preston

MAN123eWednesday 29 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSingleton Lodge, Poulton-le-Fylde

MAN123fThursday 30 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

MAN123gTuesday 20 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

MAN123hWednesday 21 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSingleton Lodge, Poulton-le-Fylde

MAN123iThursday 22 March 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmHarris Centre, Preston

MAN123jTuesday 26 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmSingleton Lodge, Poulton-le-Fylde

MAN123kWednesday 27 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmLancaster House Hotel, Lancaster

MAN123lThursday 28 June 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmHarris Centre, Preston

Presented by: LA Advisers


Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forum -Area South


Objectives:These sessions are an opportunity for primary deputy andassistant headteachers to meet with Area Team advisers:• to provide deputy and assistant headteachers with a




Forums are held each term. Dates and venues for thespring and summer terms 2007 will be circulated byflyer nearer the time.


When and where:MAN130bWednesday 22 November 2006, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley




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Nursery Headteacher Forum

Key Stages: Foundation

Objectives:This forum aims to:• enhance the knowledge and understanding of current

issues related to the curriculum and leadership andmanagement of nursery schools;

• provide updates on national and local initiatives; and• facilitate the sharing of good practice and generate

discussion between nursery school headteachers.

This forum will be repeated in each term - dates tofollow by flyer.

Who should attend:Lancashire LA Nursery Headteachers

When and where:MAN125bThursday 5 October 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Gwenda Brown (Adviser)Jenny Bullen (Early Years Adviser)



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Excellence and Enjoyment: Developingthe Broad, Rich, Creative Curriculum


Objectives:This one day course aims to provide managers withknowledge, understanding and skills to:• audit current curriculum provision;• plan for the development of a broad, rich, balanced

and creative curriculum which meets the particularneeds of the pupils and wider community, relevant tothe school; and

• use the Excellence and Enjoyment: Teaching andLearning materials, to support staff development incurriculum enrichment.

It may be useful for more than one person from aschool to attend (e.g. the leadership team of theheadteacher and key subject leaders) - the second andsubsequent applicant from the same school receives a25% discount on the advertised fee.

Who should attend:Co-ordinators, Senior Managers and Headteachers

When and where:MAN154aThursday 12 October 2006, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN154bTuesday 6 March 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Jen Farrington (Adviser)


Effective Subject Leadership for School Improvement


Objectives:This one day course is workshop style and will:• provide the opportunity for subject leaders in all

subject areas to develop their skills and confidence asa subject leader;

• demonstrate the importance of the subject leaderrole in raising standards and promoting highexpectations;

• emphasise the importance of school self-evaluationand provide guidance on practical ways of involvingcolleagues and supporting the school’s leadershipteam;

• develop the skills of self-evaluation and raisingstandards by planned action;

• provide links with the Teachers Standards Framework;and

• enhance monitoring skills, which include reviewingchildrens learning, a range of work scrutiny strategies,scrutinising teachers planning and talking to childrenand staff.

Who should attend:Co-ordinators and Senior Managers

When and where:MAN128aTuesday 27 March 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN128bTuesday 19 June 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Anita Yearsley (Learning and Teaching Consultant)Nick Broome (Adviser)



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Leading the E-Confident School


Objectives:This one day course will help you to:• self evaluate the use of ICT in your school to enrich

and improve the quality of teaching and learning;• evaluate the role of ICT within the Ofsted Framework

and how it relates to Every Child Matters;• create a vision for the future development of ICT in

your school;• investigate several models for the future delivery of ICT;• monitor standards in ICT and collate evidence;• develop skills, knowledge and understanding to lead

the development of ICT; and• plan for the future development of E-confidence at all

levels.


When and where:MAN157aMonday 16 October 2006, 9:30 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN157bTuesday 20 February 2007, 9:30 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN157cTuesday 12 June 2007, 9:30 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:James Wright (Adviser)


Leading the Creative School


Objectives:This one day course will look at:• the stimulus of creativity;• making learning and teaching more creative;• creative approaches to timetable and curriculum

change; and• evaluating the impact of change.

The course will use examples from creative projectsbeing developed in Lancashire schools.

Who should attend:Teachers, Co-ordinators, NQTs and Senior Managerswho are interested in developing more creativeapproaches to both learning and teaching and schoolmanagement.

When and where:MAN141bFriday 20 October 2006, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmLancashire College, Chorley

MAN141cThursday 24 May 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Janice Carrick (Adviser)Chris Webster (Adviser)



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The Importance of Becoming an Eco-School: A change for the good


Objectives:This is an essential one-day conference where keynotespeakers will explain how to become an eco-school andthe benefits to the delivery of a broad, creative andrelevant curriculum. Becoming an eco-school willinfluence children’s lives - helping them to respect thelocal and global environment, conserve energy andconsider limitations to resources by reducing waste,reusing items and recycling materials.

After presentations by representatives from leadingorganisations and recognised practitioners in themorning, the afternoon session will consist of a choiceof workshops which will provide help, guidance andfurther suggestions to enable your school to become aneco-school.

Who should attend:Teachers, Co-ordinators and Senior Managers

When and where:MAN121aThursday 25 January 2007, 9:30 am - 3:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Julian Sims (Adviser)


How Effective is your Foundation Stage?

Key Stages: Foundation

Objectives:This one-day course for headteachers and seniormanagers of primary schools aims to:• improve senior managers’ understanding of what is

high quality foundation stage practice, in relation tonew statutory guidance;

• explore the contribution of early years’ assessment,including the Foundation Stage Profile, to schoolimprovement; and

• enable participants to evaluate the quality offoundation stage provision in terms of whole schoolself-evaluation.

In addition, the course will explore current issuesrelated to the introduction of the Early YearsFoundation Stage.

Who should attend:Senior Managers and Headteachers

When and where:MAN120aWednesday 17 January 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmGarstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang

MAN120bTuesday 13 March 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN120cWednesday 23 May 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmPendle Heritage Centre, Barrowford, Nr Nelson

Presented by:Gwenda Brown (Adviser)Jenny Bullen (Early Years Adviser)



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Developing an Effective Teaching andLearning Policy for the 21st Century


Objectives:To consider what is an effective Teaching and LearningPolicy and how to develop a Policy which will beimplemented by all staff.

This course explores what is meant by ‘learning’ and‘teaching’, and reflects on the effective processes andstructures necessary to develop the policy and toensure it’s implementation. The presenter, MikeHughes, famous for such books as ‘Closing the LearningGap’; ‘Tweaking to Transform’; and the ‘Jigsaw Pieces’series, will be presenting the course in the ‘coachingstyle’ manner.

Who should attend:Senior Managers and Co-ordinators

When and where:MAN202aWednesday 31 January 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Elaine Lockwood (Secondary Strategy Consultant)Jacque Bridge (Secondary Strategy Consultant)Mike Hughes (Ex Headteacher, Consultant & Author)



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HeadStart: An introduction to Primary Headship in Lancashire


Objectives:This is a brand new professional developmentprogramme introduced in 2006/07.

HeadStart provides professional induction for newlyappointed headteachers and for headteachers new toLancashire. It is a developmental programme designedto support and challenge the thinking of the participantsin their new role and enable them to further developskills and strategies to lead their schools.

A variety of approaches will focus on:• ‘realising the vision’;• skills and strategies for motivating all staff members;• school self-evaluation;• school development planning;• personnel issues and handling conflict;• learning, teaching and the curriculum;• assessment;• personal and staff well-being;• financial management;• networking with other schools to enhance learning;• staffing: responsibilities and statutory requirements;

and• governors.

HeadStart is split into learning modules. Access to theprogramme is at one of three points. Autumn, Spring orSummer Term followed by five days focused onleadership development in context involving the areasidentified above. Headteachers will therefore spendtwelve months on the programme from the date of thefirst twilight session they attend.Access to the area-based ‘Headteacher Forum’ in eachterm is included in the cost of the course. (see pages 19and 20).

The exit term will include the option of a one to onecoaching session with an accredited, experienced,headteacher coach, contributing to the participant’scareer development and training plan.

If purchased separately these elements would costapproximately £1,000 but as part of the headteacher’sinduction, schools only pay £500 for their headteacher’sparticipation in this induction programme.

Please note that subsequent sessions for the spring andsummer cohorts 2007 will be advertised by separateflyer nearer the time.

Who should attend:Newly Appointed Headteachers

When and where:MAN158aWednesday 17 January 2007, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Wednesday 31 January 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm,Tuesday 13 March 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Tuesday 22 May 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Wednesday 26 September 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm andTuesday 27 November 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.The Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN158bWednesday 25 April 2007, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Tuesday 22 May 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Wednesday 26 September 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm andTuesday 27 November 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, PrestonPlease note that subsequent sessions will be advertised byseparate flyer nearer the time.

MAN158cWednesday 12 September 2007, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Wednesday 26 September 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm andTuesday 27 November 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, PrestonPlease note that subsequent sessions will be advertised byseparate flyer nearer the time.

Presented by:Jen Farrington (Adviser)Lancashire Headteachers

Course fee:£500, refreshments are included in the fee


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IDeAHs - Induction Programme forDeputy and Assistant Headteachers in Primary Schools


Objectives:What are the objectives of IDeAHs?• to provide training, development and professional

support for newly appointed deputy headteachers andassistant headteachers;

• to prepare deputy headteachers and assistantheadteachers for leading and managing a primaryschool;

• to support deputy/assistant heads in planning andpreparing for NPQH application;

• to establish key professional links and supportnetworks; and

• to enhance understanding of current issues in primaryeducation and to facilitate the sharing of goodpractice.

IDeAHs is a longer-term leadership developmentprogramme providing professional induction for newlyappointed deputy headteachers and assistantheadteachers. The programme is designed to supportthe participants in their new role and to enable them togain detailed knowledge and skills of a wide range ofleadership and management issues.

A variety of different approaches will focus on:• strategic school leadership;• school self evaluation;• planning for school improvement;• building teams and raising expectations;• personnel issues and handling conflict;• managing people and resources;• financial management;• time management; and• personal well-being.

IDeAHs learning modules are designed to enableparticipants to join the group in the Autumn, Spring orSummer terms. Membership of the group is limited to ayear but it is hoped that the formal and informalnetworks established thoughout the year will continuebeyond that time.

Successful applicants will also be entitled to attend:• The next Primary Deputy Headteacher’s Conference

at a reduced rate of £100 (using a voucher supplied atthe first twilight). See page 17.

• All Deputy/Assistant Headteacher Forums in theirarea for the duration of the course. See pages 20 and21.

If ‘purchased’ separately these elements would cost over£1,000 - but as part of the deputy/assistantheadteacher’s induction, schools are only asked to pay£500 for their participation in this induction programme.

Please note that subsequent sessions for the spring andsummer cohorts 2007 will be advertised by separateflyer nearer the time.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the course - feel so much moreconfident about the job now than I did at the beginning” Janet Webborn, Nelson St Pauls C of E PrimarySchool.

“Very professional and polished. Useful and practical!” Amanda Baxendale, Gueswell Primary School.

“A very good induction course. High quality input andrelevant information” Janet Rigby, Burnley Casterton Primary School.

“This has been a brilliant course, sorry it’s over. I’ve learntso much, made new friends and feel much more confident” Beverley Melvin, Staining C of E Primary School.

“Really enjoyed every session. Very useful.” Rachel Goulcher, Lister Lane School, Bradford.

Who should attend:Newly Appointed Deputy and Assistant Headteachers

When and where:MAN133dTuesday 19 September 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Monday 16 October 2006, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm, Tuesday 6 February 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm,Wednesday 21 March 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm andThursday 24 May 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm.The Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN133eTuesday 16 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 6 February 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm andWednesday 21 March 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm,Thursday 24 May 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm. (Please note that subsequent sessions for the springcohorts 2007 will be advertised by separate flyer nearerthe time).The Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN133aTuesday 24 April 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm and Thursday 24 May 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm. (Please note that subsequent sessions for the summercohorts 2007 will be advertised by separate flyer nearerthe time).The Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Viv Clark (Adviser)Carolyn Wareing (Deputy Headteacher, Cop Lane CofEPrimary School)



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Lancashire Secondary HeadteacherInduction Programme


Objectives:1. To receive training in key areas of headship from

successful practitioners.2. To gain a broader view of the diversity of secondary

education in Lancashire.3. To network with other colleagues new to headship.4. To share and discuss issues and solutions arising in

the first year of headship.

One afternoon each half term will be spent with a ‘hostheadteacher’ who will present training on one of arange of leadership topics. When appropriate, the topicshave been timed to coincide with the point in theschool year when new headteachers are most likely toface the same issues;October - experience of a first year in headship

(Phil Birch, Garstang High School)November - school self-evaluation, developing line

management and accountability (Carmel Foster, Our Lady Queen of Peace, an Engineering College)

February - managing the school budget (Martin Burgess, Skerton High School)

March - Curriculum development, including vocational education and the 14-19 agenda (Chris Lickiss, Ashton Community Science College)

May - School development planning and target-setting (Jon Wright, Central Lancaster High School)

June - Specialist School provision (George Lloyd, Bishop Rawstorne C of E Language College)

Each visit will last for two hours and will include apresentation on the identified topic for at least 45minutes. In addition to this, the host headteacher willtake participants on a tour of the school and explainhow they have developed educational provision duringtheir time in headship. The host school will also providelight refreshments and there will be an opportunity fornew headteachers to discuss the challenges they arefacing, share leadership solutions and seek advice ongeneric issues from successful headteachers.There will also be an opportunity for participants toidentify a further topic that they would like coveredthrough an additional visit and this will be organisedthrough the Secondary Advisers’ Team.

Who should attend:Secondary Headteachers

When and where:MAN203aWednesday 18 October 2006, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm,Thursday 16 November 2006, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm,Wednesday 7 February 2007, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm,Tuesday 27 March 2007, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Tuesday 8 May 2007, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm andWednesday 20 June 2007, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmCourses will be held at the host school as per therunning list in the course objectives.

Presented by:Phil Birch, Garstang High SchoolCarmel Foster, Our Lady Queen of Peace, an Engineering CollegeMartin Burgess, Skerton High SchoolChris Lickiss, Ashton Community Science CollegeJon Wright, Central Lancaster High SchoolGeorge Lloyd, Bishop Rawstorne CofE LanguageCollege



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Primary Induction Tutor Training


Objectives:To provide a comprehensive overview of the inductionprocess:• exploring the role and responsibilities of the induction

tutor;• providing training in the skills of the induction tutor;• exploring key documentation including the Career

Entry and Development Profile; and• constructing an action plan for the way forward.

This course will cover recent changes to the InductionStandards, the Career Entry and Development Profileand other key documents. Opportunities will beprovided to consider the full process of support for, andmonitoring of, NQTs as well as the collection ofevidence and making formal assessments.


When and where:NQT101cTuesday 12 September 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmWellington Park, Leyland

NQT101dThursday 14 September 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

NQT101eMonday 25 September 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

NQT101fTuesday 16 January 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

NQT101aWednesday 25 April 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

NQT101bWednesday 4 July 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:John Fleming (School Adviser)Danny Pentecost (School Adviser)Alison Pile (School Adviser)


Training for Secondary NQT InductionTutors and Headteachers on theStatutory Requirements of Induction


Objectives:• to share updated information from the TDA on NQT

induction requirements;• to ensure induction tutors/headteachers are aware of

statutory requirements when working with NQTs;and

• to ensure schools are aware of suitable strategieswhen supporting NQTs experiencing difficulties

This course is being run in anticipation of TDA revisedguidelines on NQT induction. It will include informationon best practice in Lancashire and enable schools tobenchmark their provision for NQTs. Headteacherswho are not aware of their statutory responsibilities inrelation to the employment of NQTs may also wish toattend.


When and where:NQT203aTuesday 27 February 2007, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmBroughton Business and Enterprise College, Preston

NQT203bWednesday 28 February 2007, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

NQT203cThursday 1 March 2007, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmAccrington Moorhead High School LRC

Presented by:Deb Hill (Adviser)



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Leading the Small School


Objectives:This one day course aims to:• identify key skills and knowledge required to make an

effective small school headteacher;• clarify the key features of managing a small school;

and• provide guidance on how the curriculum and

development of the curriculum can be managed in asmall school.

Who should attend:Headteachers, and those aspiring to be Headteachers insmall schools.

When and where:MAN160aFriday 26 January 2007, 9:30 am - 3:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley



Leading the Learning School: A course for Leadership teams


Objectives:This one day course aims to:• outline recent research on the development of

effective professional learning communities;• provide guidance on evaluating schools as professional

learning communities;• explore a number of strategies to develop schools as

professional learning communities; and• provide an opportunity for senior leadership teams to

explore issues together.

This course is designed for senior leadership teams toreflect on current leadership and management issueswithin their own school. Consequently it would be usefulif more than one person from a school were able toattend together. A second delegate from the same schoolwill receive a 25% discount on the advertised fee.


When and where:MAN142aTuesday 30 January 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Lee Pimlott (School Adviser)



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Leading and Developing ExtendedServices through the School


Objectives:This course will enable participants to:• understand that extending schools is a process not a

status;• build on the experiences of the schools already

delivering extended services• explore issues around funding and sustainability;• prepare for the inspection by Ofsted of their

extended activities and progress towards fiveoutcomes of Every Child Matters;

• engage more effectively with other professionalgroups;

• evaluate the impact of extended provision onachievement;

• clarify roles and responsibilities for service provision;and

• have knowledge of recent and relevant research.



MAN155bThursday 8 March 2007, 9:00 am - 3:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Celia Davies (Adviser)


Leading the Inclusive (SEN) School


Objectives:This course will cover:• leading on inclusion (Primary National Strategy) - self-

evaluation strategies, understanding and using data forpupils with additional needs, provision mapping;

• identifying pupils with SEN - writing and managingIEPs, effective deployment of support staff, assessingprogress and pupil tracking;

• supporting and including pupils with medical needs -writing and maintaining care plans, contractual issues;

• developing a consistent, positive behaviourmanagement ethos; and

• practical suggestions to develop consistent strategiesto support pupils with additional social, emotional andbehavioural needs.

Practical tasks will include: • analysing and producing a provision map;• analysing pupil tracking systems to include all pupils;

and• producing a behaviour management audit.

It would be helpful if participants could bring thefollowing files to the course.• Leading on Inclusion.• Supporting pupils with medical needs in school.

Who should attend:Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers, SENCOs, andInclusion Co-ordinators

When and where:MAN140aTuesday 7 November 2006, 9:30 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:David Parkes (Adviser)Nick Broome (Adviser)



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Leading the Inclusive (Able, Gifted and Talented) School


Objectives:This course will look at:• systems to identify Able, Gifted & Talented youngsters

and seek out underachievement;• effective provision within the academic areas to

ensure high levels of achievement & engagement;• practical strategies to support talented pupils; and• effective tracking & targeting systems for Able, Gifted

& Talented pupils.


When and where:MAN136aTuesday 7 November 2006, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmLancashire College, Chorley

MAN136bWednesday 7 February 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmLancashire College, Chorley

MAN136cMonday 21 May 2007, 9:00 am - 4:00 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Chris Webster (Adviser)


Supported Workshop - Applying for the Learning Excellence Award


Objectives:This workshop session will provide input on the mosteffective approaches to completing the application pro-forma in order to satisfy the assessment criteria for‘Best, Good or Innovative Practice’ standards.

Opportunities will also be provided for individualsupport, guidance and advice from advisers and peerson draft applications or on completion from scratch!

Please bring a Laptop to this course.

Who should attend:Teachers, Co-ordinators, HoDs and Senior Managers

When and where:MAN151aWednesday 11 October 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN151bThursday 1 March 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

Presented by:Nick Broome (Adviser)



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Effective People Management


Objectives:This is a two day course.

Day one deals with managing staff issues and aims toprovide managers with knowledge, skills andunderstanding of:• personal conflict management style;• sources of conflict and how to resolve and confront

them;• legal context of the employment relationship;• disciplinary process and professional misconduct; and• capability and competence procedures.

Day two deals with managing staff absence and stress. Itaims to provide managers with knowledge, skills andunderstanding to enable them to:• effectively manage attendance;• conduct return to work interviews;• implement the short term/long term absence

procedures;• use the Occupational Health Scheme effectively;• manage the impact of stress;• identify, address and reduce work related stress;• be aware of the legal implications for failing to manage

stress; and• implement good practice in communication.

Who should attend:Headteachers and Senior Managers

When and where:MAN105aMonday 6 November 2006, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm andMonday 20 November 2006, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN105bMonday 5 March 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm and Monday 19 March 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN105cMonday 11 June 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pm and Monday 25 June 2007, 9:30 am - 3:45 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Vic Welch (Senior Personnel Officer)Anne Sutton (Senior Personnel Officer)Stan Johnson (Senior Adviser)David Parkes (Adviser)


Effective Financial Management


Objectives:This two day course will look at a range of resourceissues relating to the management of staff, finance,learning and accommodation.

This course will enable the participants to:• understand how schools are funded within the fair

funding framework; • understand the principles of budget setting and

budget monitoring and control;• clarify roles and responsibilities for financial resource

management, including those of the Local Authority(LA), Governors, Headteachers and other school staff;

• understand the principles of Best Value and considerhow applying the Best Value principles might benefittheir school;

• understand ‘procurement’ and consider ways in whichschools can develop procurement skills; and

• self-evaluate the school’s financial management againstthe DfES ‘Financial Management Standard in Schools’.

Previous delegates have said that attending as a ‘seniorleadership team’ or as ‘head and deputy’ was veryuseful. Second and subsequent applicants from the sameestablishment will receive a 25% discount on thecourse fee. Please note, to qualify for the reduced feeapplications must be for the same course session.


When and where:MAN102cThursday 18 January 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm andThursday 1 February 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN102dWednesday 13 June 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm andWednesday 27 June 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmGarstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)Alan Taylor (Financial Services Manager)Jan Hornby (Headteacher, Our Lady Star of the Sea)



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Managing the Effective Primary School Office


Objectives:This half day course aims to:• consider strategies and procedures for the effective

management of the school office;• consider the tasks currently carried out by teaching

and administrative staff and the implications for schoolpolicy and procedures;

• discuss the roles and responsibilities of differentschool staff in the management of the school officeand how to ensure good working relationships;

• discuss ‘office protocol’;• consider the role of the school office in contributing

to school improvement; and• provide opportunities to critically reflect on current

office procedures and plan for improvement.

We would strongly encourage headteachers and officemanagers to attend together, wherever possible

Please note, lunch will be provided for any delegateattending this session and course MAN110a (ManagingMeetings in School).

Who should attend:Senior managers and office staff

When and where:MAN113aWednesday 14 March 2007, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Nick Broome (Adviser)Sarah Watson (Headteacher, Walter Street Primary)Julie Bithell (Bursar, Walter Street Primary)


Managing Meetings in Schools


Objectives:This course aims to:• consider strategies for the effective management of

meetings in school;• examine ways in which meetings can be used

effectively to meet the school’s aims and ensureschool improvement;

• consider how best to prepare for meetings andinterviews;

• consider how best to handle ‘difficult’ meetings andinterviews;

• discuss some practical tips for meetings andinterviews and some of the ‘pitfalls’; and

• critically reflect on current school practice and planfor improvement.

“Practical and informative, good materials to take away”. Margaret Jordan, St. Thomas the Martyr CEPrimary.

Please note, lunch will be provided for any delegateattending this session and course MAN113a (Managingthe Effective Primary School Office).


When and where:MAN110aWednesday 14 March 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmLancashire College, Chorley




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Raising Your School Profile


Objectives:This is a practical one day course that aims to helpschools to share and develop strategies to raise theirschool profile in their local community and beyond.

The course will explore:• audits to gain an understanding of your community’s

views;• tools to support getting the positive information out

there;• strategies to support dealing with negative

information; and• successful strategies used by other schools.



Presented by:Alison Pile (Adviser)Christine Haworth (Adviser)


Ensuring High Quality Induction


Objectives:This course is intended for managers and key teachersin primary schools to take the opportunity to considerand explore all aspects of Induction at school. A rangeof presenters (advisers, headteachers and/or key stafffrom Lancashire schools) will provide specific overviewsand examples upon which delegates can build toenhance provision for induction in their own schools.

The focus will be upon the induction of:• newly qualified teachers;• teachers new to the school;• support staff;• subject leaders;• pupils; and• governors.


When and where:MAN165aThursday 19 April 2007, 9:15 am - 3:45 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Danny Pentecost (Adviser)


Secondary Assessment for Learning Conference


Objectives:To enable managers to reflect on the systems andprocesses that lead to the effective implementation ofAssessment for Learning in schools.

The day will focus on sharing good practice. The mainspeaker will be Christine Harrison from King’s CollegeLondon, co-author of pamphlets such as ‘Inside theBlack Box’. Christine will paint a vision of AfL in practice.

During the day the Regional Director for AfL, LindaThompson, plus some practicing practitioners, will runvarious workshops on aspects of implementing AfL.

Who should attend:Senior Managers and Co-ordinators


Presented by:Elaine Lockwood (Secondary Strategy Consultant)Jacque Bridge (Secondary Strategy Consultant)Dr Christine Harrison (Doctor)Linda Thompson (Regional Director for AfL)



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Moving Into Management


Objectives:A first level management course for teachers who areinterested in developing their leadership andmanagement skills.

The course will focus on key aspects of:• managing people;• school budgets and finance;• development planning;• staff development;• school self evaluation; and• school policies and practices.

The course is linked to National Standards for schoolleaders and is an essential basic course for anyoneconsidering promotion in the primary sector.

Who should attend:Nursery, primary and special school teachers aspiring toleadership roles

When and where:MAN100aWednesday 4 October 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Wednesday 11 October 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Wednesday 8 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Wednesday 15 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Wednesday 22 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm andWednesday 29 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm.Garstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang

MAN100bTuesday 17 October 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday 6 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Monday 13 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Monday 20 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Monday 27 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm andMonday 4 December 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm.The Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN100dMonday 8 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday 15 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday 22 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday 29 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday 5 February 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm andMonday 19 February 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm.Clayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN100eTuesday 1 May 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 08 May 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 15 May 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 22 May 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 5 June 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm and Tuesday 12 June 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)Steve Belbin (Senior Adviser)Nick Broome (Adviser)Len Guest (Headteacher, Moorside Primary School)Christine Jackson (Headteacher, Moor End PrimarySchool)Val Colledge (NPQH Tutor, former headteacher)Jan Hornby (Headteacher, Our Lady Star of the SeaCatholic Primary School)Nick Toyne (Headteacher, Great Harwood PrimarySchool)


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Inspiring School Leaders


Objectives:This long-term course aims to enable middle managers togain detailed knowledge and skills on a broad range ofmanagement issues, including strategic leadership, leadinglearning and teaching, team building and managing peopleand resources. It is aimed at those who have completedthe Moving into Management courses and wish to focuson aspects of school leadership and/or are consideringmoving into deputy headship in the future.

Delegates are encouraged to network with othercourse participants and to share good practice.

Delegates attend five twilight sessions and are requiredto undertake the responsibility of developing a keyaspect of school improvement. The participant shouldbe mentored by a senior member of the school as theyundertake this task.

The five twilight sessions are followed by a further twonetwork twilight meetings led by the LA Adviser, and apresentation and celebration evening after the finalnetwork meeting that brings together delegates andtheir headteacher/mentor. These ‘extra’ sessions areincluded within the course fee.

Applicants can gain accreditation through Edge Hill fortheir work.

Who should attend:Those who have completed Moving into Management

When and where:MAN106aMonday 25 September 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Tuesday 10 October 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 7 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Wednesday 22 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm andMonday 4 December 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmWellington Park, Leyland

MAN106bTuesday 9 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Wednesday 24 January 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm,Monday 5 February 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 20 February 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm andWednesday 7 March 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN106cThursday 19 April 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Wednesday 2 May 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 22 May 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Tuesday 5 June 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm and Tuesday 19 June 2007, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by: Viv Clark (Adviser)Steve Belbin (Senior Adviser)


Preparation for Middle Leadership in Secondary Schools


Objectives:The first four sessions provided will be ‘generic’ (i.e. notsubject specific) and will relate to the TDA ‘NationalStandards for Subject Leaders’, a copy of which will beprovided as pre-course reading. Participants will beasked to follow up with a small action research taskwithin their own department. Between the fifth andthe sixth session, course members will be asked toundertake this task, which will broaden their currentskills, knowledge and experience in preparation forapplying for promotion to a Head of Department/Subject Leader post. They will then be asked to make ashort oral presentation during the final session aboutthe impact of their departmental work as a result ofattending the course.

Who should attend:Teachers with sufficient experience and interest toenable them to apply for middle leader positions in thenear future.

Session 1. Leading teaching & learningSession 2. Monitoring standards and improvement

strategiesSession 3. Development planning and resource

managementSession 4. Leading a team and managing personnel Session 5. Participants give presentations on their

school-based projects. Peer and adviser evaluation.

When and where:MAN201aTuesday 3 October 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm, Tuesday 17 October 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm, Tuesday 14 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm,Tuesday 28 November 2006, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm andWednesday 7 March 2007, 4:30 pm - 7:00 pmBroughton Business and Enterprise College, Preston

Presented by:David Bird (Deputy Head, Skerton High School)Richard Catmore (Deputy Headteacher Lytham StAnnes High Technology College)Paul Dyson-Knight (Secondary Adviser)Deb Hill (Secondary Adviser)Liz Nicholls (Headteacher Ripley St Thomas High School) Andy O’Brien (Deputy Head, Moorhead High School)


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Learning Network Leaders’ Forum


Objectives:These forums will provide an opportunity for networkleaders, in all phases and all types of learning network,to:• receive training and support in their role as network

leaders;• be made aware of the latest initiatives and

opportunities for networks;• develop their knowledge and understanding of

networking principles;• liaise with leaders from other networks and find out

about their work;• share and celebrate their work and successes;• jointly problem solve issues for network leaders in a

supportive environment; and• explore the potential of networking and collaborative

working to address issues and achieve agreedoutcomes for children and young people.

Where networks are practising co-leadership it isrecommended that more than one person attends froma network to allow this forum to stimulate activity andaction within your network leadership team. Co-leadersand lead teachers in the networks would benefit fromjoint attendance. Second and subsequent applicantsfrom the same establishment will receive a 25%discount on the course fee. Please note, to qualify forthe reduced fee applications must be for the samecourse session.

Who should attend:Teachers, Co-ordinators, Network Co-leaders,Headteachers and Senior Managers

When and where:MAN138aFriday 6 October 2006, 9:15 am - 12:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN138bTuesday 20 February 2007, 9:15 am - 12:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN138cThursday 28 June 2007, 9:15 am - 12:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)



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Advancing School Self-Evaluation


Objectives:This course is aimed at headteachers of primaryschools. It will build upon the skills and competenciesdeveloped in previous self-evaluation courses.

The course will run over three days and the focus willbe on the impact of leadership and management onlearning. It will link with a new Lancashire leadership &management self-evaluation tool and the 2005 Ofstedframework. The course will be accredited and acertificate will be awarded to participants whocomplete the programme and the associated activitieswhich includes a walkthrough based in a peer’s school.The walkthrough element takes place between daystwo and three of the course.

The course aims to:• further develop skills, knowledge and understanding

relating to rigorous and systematic self-evaluation;• enable participants to reflect on the quality of

leadership and management and its impact on schoolimprovement; and

• develop partnered walkthrough as a contributory tooltowards school self-evaluation.


When and where:MAN139aMonday 25 September 2006, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, Friday 3 November 2006, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm andTuesday 28 November 2006, 9:30 am - 3:30 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Stan Johnson (Senior Adviser)Paul Duckworth (Adviser)


Managing the Inspection Process


Objectives:By the end of the course participants should:• have a clear understanding of the 2005 framework

and its implementation;• understand the importance and structure of the Self-

Evaluation Form (SEF);• know the range of evidence to consider when

completing the SEF;• understand the procedures within the inspection

process including joint observation of lessons andinspection trails;

• be confident in undertaking lesson observations in linewith the lesson evaluation criteria in the Ofstedframework; and

• be confident in developing strategies to manage theprocess as an extension to and external validation oftheir own self evaluation processes.

Previous delegates have said that attending as a ‘seniorleadership team’ or as ‘head and deputy’ was veryuseful. Second and subsequent applicants from the sameestablishment will receive a 25% discount on thecourse fee. Please note, to qualify for the reduced feeapplications must be for the same course session.


When and where:MAN114aWednesday 8 November 2006, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm andTuesday 21 November 2006, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN114bTuesday 27 February 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm andMonday 12 March 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)Stan Johnson (Senior Adviser)



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Effective Development Planning for School Improvement


Objectives:This two day course is workshop style and will enablesenior managers of primary schools to:• understand how school improvement, school self-

evaluation and Performance Management are linkedto school development planning;

• understand the range of information to consider whendrawing up targets for the plan;

• know the processes to use to determine priorities forthe plan;

• review planning formats;• understand roles and responsibilities; and• know the principles for costing a plan.

Previous delegates have said that attending as a seniorleadership team or as a head and deputy was veryuseful. Second and subsequent applicants from the sameestablishment will receive a 25% discount on thecourse fee. Please note, to qualify for the reduced feeapplications must be for the same course session.


When and where:MAN101aWednesday 7 March 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm andWednesday 21 March 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN101bThursday 7 June 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm and Thursday 21 June 2007, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmLancashire College, Chorley

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)Nick Broome (Adviser)Helen Belbin (Headteacher, Dallas Road CP)


Reviewing Your School Development Plan


Objectives:This one day course is workshop style and will enablesenior managers of primary schools to:• review updated materials and the latest advice from

the two day development plan training course;• reflect on their present planning formats and

contents; and• discuss their existing plan with both peers and

advisers.

Attending as a senior leadership team would provide auseful opportunity to consider the effectiveness andcontent of your existing planning. A second attendeefrom the same school will receive a 25% discount onthe course fee.

Please note, to qualify for the reduced fee, applicationsmust be for the same course session.


When and where:MAN117aWednesday 4 October 2006, 9:15 am - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston




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Supported Workshop - Ofsted Self-Evaluation Form (SEF)


Objectives:An opportunity for colleagues to bring along their draftSEF, or sections from it, to a workshop. The workshopwill contain input on the latest advice on completing theSEF and outcomes from recent inspections under thenew framework. There will be an opportunity todiscuss issues related to completing the SEF with peersand the advisers present.

As this is a supported workshop there are only twelvedelegates maximum - allowing more time for discussionbetween delegates and a focus on particular issues thatdelegates wish to discuss.

Who should attend:Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers and leaders withresponsibility for the completion of the school’s SEF.

When and where:MAN145aMonday 2 October 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmGarstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang

MAN145dThursday 16 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 3:45 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN145lThursday 23 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN145bTuesday 16 January 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmGarstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang

MAN145eWednesday 21 February 2007, 1:15 pm - 1:45 amWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN145mMonday 26 February 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

MAN145jMonday 30 April 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmGarstang Country Hotel and Golf Club, Garstang

MAN145kWednesday 16 May 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN145nThursday 17 May 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmClayton Park Conference Centre, Clayton le Moors

Presented by:Paul Duckworth (Adviser)Stan Johnson (Senior Adviser)Danny Pentecost (Adviser)



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Supported Workshop - Carrying OutPlanning & Work Scrutiny


Objectives:A workshop looking at the scrutiny of pupils’ work andlesson planning as tools for self-evaluation. In a recentOfsted report ‘Best Practice in self-evaluation’ (July2006) best practice was recognised when ‘sharplyfocused monitoring, based on clear indicators, helpedinstitutions to measure the extent to which their workimproved outcomes for pupils’ and recommended thatPrimary schools should extend their self-evaluation toreflect the whole curriculum.

This workshop seeks to inform staff and provide themwith the necessary skills to carry out planning and workscrutiny across the curriculum as an effective self-evaluation tool.

Who should attend:All staff responsible for monitoring pupil progress.

When and where:MAN149aWednesday 29 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN149bWednesday 2 May 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

Presented by:Christine Haworth (Adviser)


Supported Workshop - Observing Lessons and Feeding Back


Objectives:This workshop provides:• discussion about what is Learning and what is

Teaching;• information about the role of the leadership team in

monitoring standards of teaching;• sample forms for use in observation;• paired observations of sample lessons;• discussions about possible judgements; and• giving feedback (practical sessions).


When and where:MAN153aThursday 19 October 2006, 9:15 am - 12:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN153bTuesday 6 February 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN153cMonday 11 June 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston




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Supported Workshop - Developing Pupil Voice


Objectives:Many schools are seeking to develop the ‘pupil voice’within school, as an integral part of their school policiesand practices and as a vital part of school self-evaluation.

Frequently asked questions include:• What do you mean by ‘pupil voice’?• Aren’t we doing that already?• How can we do this in the primary school?• What are other schools doing?

This workshop aims to:• clarify the key features of developing pupil voice

within your school; and• provide guidance and support on different strategies

to develop pupil voice.

Who should attend:Teachers who are looking to develop pupil voice in theirschools.

When and where:MAN147aWednesday 28 February 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley

MAN147bWednesday 23 May 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pmWoodlands Conference Centre, Chorley



Supported Workshop - Using the ePANDA Report (available from RAISEOnline)

Key Stages: KS2

Objectives:From September 2006, schools will be able to accessdata and analyses via the web tool RAISEonline. Whilstthis contains many functions which are interactive, italso contains a printable full report, the ePANDA (likelyto be called the full report on the RAISEonline website).This report contains analyses, graphs and charts whichare based around CVA (Contextual Value Added).

This workshop aims to:• consider the ePANDA report in detail, including the

charts and graphs;• think about the use of CVA analysis (Contextual Value

Added);• allow participants time for reflection about the

ePANDA for their own school, including time toconsider how they can use this when updating theirschool SEF; and

• consider how to use ePANDA with other levels ofdata that impact on school self evaluation, such as thefurther graphs and charts of RAISEonline and FFT(Fischer Family Trust) reports.

Participants are asked to bring a copy of their school’slatest ePANDA report to the workshop . This report isavailable on the RAISEonline website; you will needyour school’s password information to access this. Thereport ‘The Full Report’ can be printed. You may alsowish to bring your SEF.

Who should attend:Co-ordinators, Senior Managers and Headteachers

When and where:MAN146aThursday 2 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN146bMonday 13 November 2006, 9:30 am - 12:15 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN146cMonday 13 November 2006, 1:15 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN146dThursday 11 January 2007, 1:15 pm - 4:00 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

Presented by:Karen Williams (Adviser)



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Supported Workshop - Carrying out Lesson Observations as a Subject Leader


Objectives:This workshop provides:• discussion about what is Learning and what is

Teaching;• techniques of capturing observations;• paired observations of a sample lesson;• making judgements on pupil progress, attitude and

teaching;• help with validating judgements; and• giving feedback.


When and where:MAN152aThursday 19 October 2006, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston

MAN152bTuesday 30 January 2007, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmThe Red Rose Hub, Preston



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AAdvancing School Self Evaluation ................................41Assessing Threshold Standards....................................15Authentic Leadership...................................................16Leading the Inclusive (Able, Gifted & Talented) School ..........................................................33Secondary Assessment for Learning Conference........37

C24 hours in Leadership - Residential Primary Leadership Conference ...............17Leading the Creative School .......................................24Secondary Assessment for Learning Conference........37Secondary Deputy & Assistant Headteachers’Conference..................................................................18The Small Schools’ Conference...................................18

D24 hours in Leadership - Residential Primary Leadership Conference ...............17Deputy Headteacher Forum..................................20/21Developing an Effective Teaching & Learning Policy for the 21st Century ..........................26Developing High Performance Teams .........................16Developing Pupil Voice (Supported Workshop)..........45Effective Development Planning for School Improvement ...................................................42IDeAHs - Induction Programme for Deputy & Assistant Headteachers in Primary Schools.................28Reviewing your Development Plan (one day update)...42Secondary Deputy & Assistant Headteachers’Conference..................................................................18

EDeveloping an Effective Teaching & Learning Policy for the 21st Century ..........................26Effective Development Planning for School Improvement ...................................................42Effective Financial Management ..................................34Effective People Management .....................................34Effective Subject Leadership........................................23Enhancing Personal Performance & the Performance of Others ...............................................14Excellence & Enjoyment: Managing a Broad & Balanced Curriculum..................23How Effective is your Foundation Stage? ....................25Leading and Developing Extended Services through the School ......................................................32Leading the E-confident School...................................24The Importance of Becoming an Eco-school ..............25

FDeputy Headteacher Forum..................................20/21Effective Financial Management ..................................34How Effective is your Foundation Stage? ....................25Network Leaders’ Forum ...........................................40Ofsted Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) (Supported Workshop)................................................43

HDeputy Headteacher Forum..................................20/21HeadCoach..................................................................14HeadStart ....................................................................27Headteacher Forum...............................................19/20Lancashire Secondary Headteacher Induction Programme..................................................29Nursery Headteacher Forum......................................22Secondary Deputy & AssistantHeadteachers’ Conference .........................................18

ITraining for Secondary Induction Tutors ....................30Primary Induction Tutor Training ................................30Effective Development Planning for School Improvement ...................................................42IDeAHs - Induction Programme for Deputy & Assistant Headteachers in Primary Schools.................28Inspiring School Leaders..............................................39Leading the Inclusive (Able, Gifted & Talented) School ..........................................................33Managing the Inspection Process ................................41Providing High Quality Induction..................................36

L24 hours in Leadership - Residential Primary Leadership Conference ...............17Applying for the Learning Excellence Award (Supported Workshop)................................................33Authentic Leadership...................................................16Carrying out Lesson Observations as a Subject Leader (Supported Workshop).......................46Developing an Effective Teaching & Learning Policy for the 21st Century ..........................26Effective Subject Leadership........................................23Inspiring School Leaders..............................................39Lancashire Secondary Headteacher Induction Programme..................................................29Leading and Developing Extended Services through the School ......................................................32Leading the Creative School .......................................24Leading the E-confident School...................................24Leading the Inclusive (Able, Gifted & Talented) School ..........................................................33Leading the Inclusive (SEN) School .............................33Leading the Learning School - a course for Leadership teams ....................................31Leading the Small School.............................................31Network Leaders’ Forum ...........................................40Observing Lessons & Feeding Back (Supported Workshop)................................................44Preparation for Middle Leadership in Secondary Schools.......................................................39

MEffective Financial Management ..................................34Effective People Management .....................................34Managing Meetings in School ......................................35Managing the Effective Primary School Office ............35Managing the Inspection Process ................................41

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Moving into Management............................................38Preparation for Middle Leadership in Secondary Schools.......................................................39

NTraining for Secondary Induction Tutors ....................30Primary Induction Tutor Training ................................30Network Leaders’ Forum ...........................................40Nursery Headteacher Forum......................................22

OCarrying out Lesson Observations as a Subject Leader (Supported Workshop).......................46Managing the Effective Primary School Office ............35Observing Lessons & Feeding Back (Supported Workshop)................................................44Ofsted Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) (Supported Workshop)................................................43

PCarrying Out Planning & Work Scrutiny (Supported Workshop)................................................44Developing Pupil Voice (Supported Workshop)..........45Effective People Management .....................................34Enhancing Personal Performance & the Performance of Others ...............................................14Managing the Inspection Process ................................41Primary Induction Tutor Training ................................30Primary Deputy Headteachers’ Conference...............17Providing High Quality Induction .................................36Raising the School Profile ............................................36Reviewing your Development Plan (one day update) ....42Using the ePanda report available from RAISEOnline (Supported Workshop) ..........................45

RReviewing your Development Plan (one day update) ....42Using the ePanda report available from RAISEOnline (Supported Workshop) ..........................45

SAdvancing School Self Evaluation ................................41Effective Development Planning for School Improvement ...................................................42Effective Subject Leadership........................................23Lancashire Secondary Headteacher Induction Programme..................................................29Leading the Inclusive (SEN) School .............................32Leading the Small School.............................................31Preparation for Middle Leadership in Secondary Schools.......................................................39Reviewing your Development Plan (one day update) ....42Secondary Assessment for Learning Conference........37Secondary Deputy & Assistant Headteachers’ Conference ....................................20/21Supported Workshop - Carrying out LessonObservations as a Subject Leader ...............................46Supported Workshop - Carrying out Planning & Work Scrutiny ......................44Supported Workshop - Developing Pupil Voice..........45

Supported Workshop - Observing Lessons & Feeding Back ............................44Supported Workshop - Ofsted Self-Evaluation Form (SEF)..............................43Supported Workshop - Using the ePanda reportavailable from RAISEOnline.........................................45The Small Schools’ Conference...................................18

TAssessing Threshold Standards....................................15Developing an Effective Teaching & Learning Policy for the 21st Century ..........................26Developing High Performance Teams .........................16The Importance of becoming an Eco-school ..............25The Threshold Standards ............................................15Training for Secondary Induction Tutors ....................30Primary Induction Tutor Training ................................30

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How to apply

� You can apply by fax, by post or online. � Apply early to be sure of a place. � We will always send confirmation letters to the

applicant before the course. If you do not receiveconfirmation please ring us to check availability. Youare advised not to attend without such confirmation.

Substitution and cancellation

� If you wish to send a substitute, it helps if you cancontact us beforehand. There is no charge for this.

� To cancel a course place, please contact us as soonas possible before the course. Please note that thefull fee will be charged if cancelled within 8 workingdays.

How to pay

� For Lancashire maintained establishments, journaltransfers will be arranged periodically andnotification will be included in the school’s monthlyMasterpiece printout. Bank account schools willcontinue to be charged using the current billingarrangements.

� For all other clients, an invoice will be sent.

Discounts

� Second and subsequent applicants from the sameestablishment will receive a 25% discount on thecourse fee. Applications must be for the samecourse session.

How to contact us

School Leadership and Management Development TeamDirectorate for Children and Young People Lancashire School Effectiveness ServiceRoom A1PO Box 61County HallPRESTON PR1 8RJ

Tel:01772 531988 / 01772 531887 / 01772 532169Fax: 01772 532436Email: [email protected]: www.lancsnglf.ac.uk/lses

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What is on offer?

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at EdgeHill can provide opportunities for the accreditation ofa range of professional development activities. Wehave developed a module with generic learningoutcomes which enables us to respond flexibly torequests for accreditation of staff developmentundertaken in relation to a current educationalinitiative or strategy.

• This offers collaboration to support and enhanceteachers’ professional development.

• It also offers an opportunity for evaluation of andreflection on new school initiatives and other school-based work.

• The emphasis is on accrediting work already beingundertaken in school.

How does it work?

• You take part in a CPD activity (course, conference,consultancy, etc.).

• You undertake a range of development work inschool linked to this CPD activity.

• You can be registered for accreditation based on thework you will be doing.

• Edge Hill will agree appropriate specific assessmentrequirements with your course/CPD leader.

• Edge Hill will provide tutorial support for you inproducing your portfolio of accreditation evidence.

Accreditation evidence

This is based on three elements:

• RATIONALE FOR DEVELOPMENT (e.g. research,school improvement).

• DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICE (e.g. action plan,scheme of work).

• IMPACT OF DEVELOPMENT (e.g. on teacher’sown practice, pupil motivation and learning).

Examples of accreditation evidence

As already indicated, the evidence to be provided foraccreditation will depend on the nature of the workyou are doing. The following are examples of evidencethat have so far been included:

• Presentation to staff or governors (e.g. briefing paper,Powerpoint).

• Curriculum audit.

• Small-scale research project with staff or pupils (e.g.case studies).

• Scheme of work.

• New curriculum materials.

• Evaluation of impact on learning and teaching.

What academic credit would I receive?

Academic credit is offered at two levels:

• Successful completion of the module will give you 30credits at Level 3 and a freestanding Certificate ofProfessional Development, for inclusion in your C.V.,Professional Development Portfolio, etc.

• If you interested in pursuing postgraduateaccreditation, this module can also count as 20 credits(i.e. one module) at Masters Level to start aPostgraduate Certificate. Postgraduate pathways areavailable in a range of specialisms.

Further information

For further information, contact:

Rob Foster (CPD Project Manager)Telephone: 01257 517121 E-mail: [email protected]

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For further information please contact:

School Leadership and Management Development TeamChildren and Young People DirectorateLancashire School Effectiveness ServiceRoom A1County HallP O Box 61PrestonPR1 8RJ

Tel: 01772 531988 / 01772 531887 / 01772 532169Fax: 01772 532436Email: [email protected]: www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/lses

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