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Ofsted Briefing No 2 16 September 2014. Nick Spenceley, Principal & Chief Executive John Driver, Deputy Principal Curriculum & Quality Dave Brock, Head of Vocational Academy Sarah Chamberlain, AP Head of 6 th Form. Some important decisions are coming up… Our Ofsted rating
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Ofsted Briefing No 216 September 2014 Nick Spenceley, Principal & Chief Executive John Driver, Deputy Principal Curriculum & Quality Dave Brock, Head of Vocational Academy Sarah Chamberlain, AP Head of 6th Form
Some important decisions are coming up… • Our Ofsted rating • Scottish independence
We’re now at the highest level of alert, but we will keep our cool…
What’s happening with vocational programmes?... Work experience:- EY & Health – normal placements Engineering – L2 motorbike and pushbike restoration Timetabled college maintenance L3 – live briefs – lawnmowers etc. ICT – Live briefs – web pages, local charities Business – Event management, WE highlighted in green on SOW
Tip of the week • Announcing learning outcomes at the beginnings of sessions
Sixth Form Centre Strategic Focus – ‘Sixth Form Strategy’ re-establish a Sixth Form brand, reputation and standards high expectations – outcomes and commitment raising aspirations – RG, EPQ, Growth Mindsets broadening horizons – cultural capital marketing - USPs
Study Programmes – 4 Elements • Substantial Qualification • Tutorial/Enrichment including study periods • English/Maths skills should be developed • Work Experience/Work related activities required to support the development of employability skills