Inspiring Teachers, Outstanding Learners

The Inspiring Teachers, Outstanding Learners programme is designed to encourage self-reflection as a Learner and a Teacher. Placing the emphasis on developing outstanding learners helps to move the teachers to inspiring and outstanding whilst avoiding a tick-box approach to progress. Participants place their understanding within the local and national context and use Ofsted standards as a basis for improvement. The implementation of Evidence Informed Practice and little 'lift's enable participants to explore their own learning, develop and explore teaching strategies and focus on increasing their confidence to close the gaps. 

Session 1 

To understand the Ofsted criteria for outstanding. 

To develop an understanding of the Learner and the role of the teacher

To look at the role of action research in developing outstanding practice

Session 2​ 

A morning spent in a school - observing practice, reviewing the learning environment and speaking to relevant leader.

Session 3​

To look at the term ‘Closing the gap’

To look at ways to ‘close the gap’

To explore different ‘lifts’ that can be made to improve learning and children’s involvement

Session 4 

To present findings of action research.