For Headteachers and Senior Leaders
Join Andrew Pilmore for an in-depth exploration of the new-look IDSR and what it means for school leaders.
The IDSR has changed considerably, both in its presentation and in the information available to schools and inspectors. This course will help you understand those changes, interpret your school’s information accurately and consider what it may mean for your school improvement priorities.
A particular focus will be the Similar Schools model. We will look in detail at how this works, what the comparisons do – and do not – tell you, and how leaders can use this information intelligently alongside their wider knowledge of the school.
During the session you will:
- explore what has changed in the IDSR and develop a clear understanding of the latest format, measures and information available;
- look in detail at the Similar Schools model – understanding how schools are compared, how to interpret the information and the questions it may prompt;
- consider how Ofsted may use the IDSR before an inspection – identifying what the information highlights and the areas inspectors may want to explore further;
- develop a confident and comprehensive understanding of your own IDSR, enabling you to discuss it effectively with senior leaders, staff and inspectors;
- consider the implications for school improvement, identifying where the IDSR supports, challenges or adds to your existing evaluation of the school;
- create a concise governor summary, helping governors understand the key messages within the IDSR and preparing them for the types of questions they may encounter during inspection.
Please note: delegates will need access to their own IDSR during the day so that the learning can be applied directly to their school.
INCLUDES LUNCH