School Improvement Services and Support

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1 School Improvement Services and Support At the Lime Trust we believe that the key to any school s success is to be outward facing and continuously looking for ways to become brilliant. We aim to provide high quality school to school support based on our proven theory of making it simple.

2 The Lime Trust has a clear moral purpose putting children first. This is simply to place pupils learning and well- being at the centre of all that we do.

3 Our ambition is to work collaboratively to provide opportunities that make a positive difference to the lives of the children, young people and adults within our schools and community. Why the Lime Trust? We are well placed to provide support and improvement services, because we: have a proven track record of developing, leading and managing successful schools believe in supporting neighbouring schools, not competing against them have an uncompromising desire to build aspirations and challenge all children, with high expectations meet the high standards needed to be approved by the DfE as an academy sponsor have robust governance Our Services The Lime Trust provides a wide range of services for schools. We have a large team of professionals working to provide high quality, bespoke CPD and School Improvement Services. Including: Mentoring Networking events (Open to all school leaders) CPD, training and development for teachers & support staff Initial Teacher Training Programme School Improvement Services Education is the most powerful weapon, which you can use to change the world. Nelson Mandela

4 Introduction Our advisers will provide challenge and guidance to develop your school. You will benefit from the support of a skilled and experienced team with a proven track record of school improvement. You will be left with all the tools, templates and materials that you will need for continued growth and capacity to improve. Our consultants provide the highest quality external evaluation and support to manage school improvement. There is a rigorous approach with focused and practical advice, outcomes that are measurable and sustainable, ensuring a lasting difference and adding value to pupils and staff. Our Team The Lime Trust provides a wide range of school improvement services for schools. We have a large team of professionals working to provide high quality, bespoke CPD and School Improvement services. Our team includes; Headteachers, curriculum leaders, specialist consultants and business and administration experts. Dr Helen Tyler, Director of CP, brings 35 years experience in teaching and leadership training, tutoring and mentoring and is supported by our strong team. Clare Reynolds, Consultant Headteacher. NPQH. Interim Headteacher in challenged academy in Croydon, member of Board of Assessors, Forest Independent Primary Collegiate; worked across London boroughs. Brendan Plunkett, Consultant Headteacher. NPQH. Interim Headteacher in challenged academies in Haringey and Croydon. Expertise in assessment and technology infrastructure to support teaching and learning. Victoria Lock, Consultant Headteacher, completing NPQH. Expertise in curriculum, assessment, Pupil Premium, music. Beth Dilnot-Smith, Consultant Headteacher, completing NPQH. Expertise in EYFS. Headteacher Designate of Lime Ridgeway Free School, Enfield. If you do not know how to ask the right question you discover nothing. W. Edward Deming

5 Kevin Reynolds, Deputy Headteacher, Lime Trust, Masters in Education. NPQML. Expertise in IT and assessment. Member of Pearson Edexcel User Acceptance Panel. Ellie Metcalf, Assistant Headteacher & Lead Practitioner for inclusion and safeguarding, NASENCO Currently studying for a Masters in special and inclusive education. Expertise in teaching and learning. Amanda Daoud, Chief Operating Officer. Advanced Diploma in School Business Management; Prince2 practitioner. Expertise in Financial Management and Planning. Claire Keefe, Executive School Business Manager. 16 years experience in business management roles in schools and higher education, formerly the SBM of a school rated Outstanding by Ofsted for leadership; holds a diploma in management from the Chartered Management Institute, member of NASBM; undertaking the Advanced Diploma in School Business Management (ADSBM) with the NCTL. Rachel Turner, Learning Environment Manager, delivering staff training and support on the whole school environment, indoors and outdoors, to maximise learning. Specific expertise is also available from other Lime Trust staff on SEND, assessment, English, Maths, P.E and school sport. School Improvement Services We believe in collaboration and building capacity for continued and sustained improvement. Providing challenge, support and inspiration to schools by an experienced team with a proven track record of school improvement. We provide schools with the information, systems and process for continuing growth and development, offering an outstanding bespoke service and excellent value, tailoring support according to the needs and requirements of each school. Continuous improvement is better than delayed perfection Mark Twain

6 Our school improvement services include: Teaching and Learning Review Triangulated approach of lesson observations, detailed data look and progress over time An overview of teaching and learning at your school with regards to the OFSTED framework A detailed report to your governing body Learning Environment Review Ensure consistency across your school, make the most effective use of resources Audit of existing environment Focus on environments that motivate to learn Storage management Organisation and effective use of resources Mentoring for Headteachers, Business Managers and Middle Leaders Regular meetings with an agreed agenda Target setting Practical advice Networking Extended Services Review Review of existing provision Safeguarding and organisation Financial viability Ensuring a broad balanced provision Equality of opportunity Meeting the needs of the pupils and families Curriculum Subject Support Curriculum coverage Assessment of the subject Schemes Growing middle leaders Management of the subject Bespoke Teacher Training and Development Programmes Focus on the qualified to teach standards Linked to the DfE teachers development standards July 2016 and core values Competition makes us faster; collaboration makes us better Fyrefly 26 march 2013

7 Administrative Support and Improvement Administrative systems and processes Improving communication Meeting statutory guidelines SCR and administrative processes around safeguarding Systems and processes to ensure compliance and effective monitoring around Health & Safety and building maintenance Recruitment of pupils Full utilisation of administrative and data management systems Review of welfare and first aid provision Becoming a cashless School Pupil- admissions packs, increasing numbers and recruitment Staff Recruitment Financial Audit & Change Management Benchmarking & Value for money Effective use of funding Claiming of all available grants & funding Cost effective processes and systems Governance and financial regulations Reviewing school structures and possible new models Effective use of Pupil Premium funding ICT Audit of current provision The use of technology within and to enhance the curriculum The meeting of statutory requirements Enabling learning through ICT Resources and provision Marketing & Branding Logos, templates & reports Website development Networking To find out more, receive a quotation and discuss how we may be able to support you please get in touch. Coming together is a beginning; Keeping together is Progress; Working together is success; Henry Ford.

8 Further Information We are incredibly proud of the schools in our trust and warmly welcome visits. To review our full range of services, or to book your place at one of our evening briefings for school leaders please see our website. Alternatively, or call us for more further information. Tel: