The New Ofsted Framework Implications for Governors

1. The New Ofsted Framework � Implications for Governors Clive Dunn School inspector and consultant

2. The New Ofsted Framework � Implications for Governors The effectiveness of the Governing Body What does Ofsted say �good� governance looks like? Where will the inspection evidence come from? Equalities, Community Cohesion and Safeguarding Limiting Judgements

3. The Full Judgement The effectiveness of the governing body in challenging and supporting the school so that weaknesses are tackled decisively and statutory responsibilities met

4. Good (2)The governing body has the capacity to meet the school�s needs and is influential in determining the strategic direction of the school. Governors are rigorous in ensuring that pupils and staff are safe and discharge their statutory duties effectively. They are fully and systematically involved in evaluating the school. Their relationships with staff are constructive and they show determination in challenging and supporting the school in tackling weaknesses and so bringing about necessary improvements. Governors have clear systems for seeking the views of parents and pupils and mechanisms for acting on these.

5. Where will the inspection evidence come from? Inspection evidence is likely to include information drawn from the following sources: SEF Including Part C � Statutory Requirements Discussion with governors Minutes of meetings Discussion with other leaders in the school Monitoring/visit reports School Plan Questionnaires

6. Equalities � compliance with statutory requirements In order to be judged at least �satisfactory� in promoting equality the school must meet 5 requirements as a minimum. It must have: Written race equality policy Disability Equality Scheme Gender Equality Scheme It must also monitor the implementation of these schemes and assess their impact It must record racist incidents and report them to the local authority on a regular basis

7. Equalities, Community Cohesion and Safeguarding Not just policy Policy into practice and procedure What impact does this have? How is this impact evaluated? How is this information used to promote further improvement?

8. Limiting Judgements A school is likely to be judged inadequate (4) for overall effectiveness if it is judged inadequate in any of the following areas: Pupils� achievement and the extent to which they enjoy their learning Promoting equal opportunity and tackling discrimination Effectiveness of safeguarding procedures Outcomes for individuals and groups of pupils The school�s capacity for sustained improvement

9. Limiting Judgements A school will be judged inadequate (4) for outcomes for individuals and groups of pupils if it is judged inadequate in any of the seven prime judgements: how well pupils achieve and enjoy their learning the extent to which pupils feel safe pupils� behaviour the extent to which pupils adopt healthy lifestyles how well pupils contribute to the school and wider community how well pupils develop workplace and other skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development

10. Any questions?

11. Contact Clive Dunn clivedunn@live.co.uk 07794983348