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Autumn 2024

5 September

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Headteacher Appraisal

FREE to appraisal governors in schools that purchase the Headteacher Appraisal package from ODBE

 

Governance+: Free for all governors

 

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

We recommend that all governors who conduct the headteacher appraisal have received

this training before they engage in this vital part of the governance role.

 

19 September

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm -8:30 pm

An Introduction to Governance in Church Schools and Trusts

FREE to all Church school trustees and governors in the Diocese of Oxford. Booking is essential.

Setting out the specific requirements of governing in a Church of England school or trust.

 All trustees and governors are encouraged to attend this session and it is a requirement

of appointment or re-appointment as a Foundation Governor/Trustee.

23 September

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9.30 am- 3.30 pm

So, You’re the New RE Lead?

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA Credit

An introduction to RE subject leadership Everything you will need to know about leading RE in your school.

25 September

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9.30 am - 3.30 pm

SIAMS Self Evaluation

SLA: £ 150 (+ VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £ 200 (+ VAT) per person

Governance+ schools: one governor can book to attend free of charge with a paying member of staff.

1 SLA Credit

Self-evaluation is an integral part of Church school development and preparation for SIAMS. This course will explore the self-evaluation process, share model templates and strategies to support school leaders in crafting their SIAMS SEF.

 

 

 

 

 27 September

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9:30 am- 3:00 pm

Headteacher Induction Programme: Day 1

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

The Headteacher Induction Programme is an 18-month long programme for new Headteachers in Church schools and academies. This cost covers all sessions within the programme.

For all those new to leading a Church of England school this is an 18 month support package           on leading a school with a Christian character, to meet other heads new to role, to take time and       space to consider your new role and to find out about the support offered by ODBE.

3 October

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm - 5.30 pm

RE Leadership Development Network #1

SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

Non-SLA: £120 (+ VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

1 SLA Credit for all 6 sessions

Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision for all pupils across the Diocese. Facilitated by the Diocesan RE Adviser who will draw on the latest resource in the RE world to support your role as RE leader.

 

 

7 October

Online

Further info & booking

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

SIAMS – The Basics

SLA: £45 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) per person

½ SLA Credit

If you don’t know what SIAMS stands for, or you’ve heard it mentioned and know it’s important to your school as Church school and want to find out more.

 

7 October

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

So, I’m wondering about School Chaplaincy

Free

Whilst this session is free to all within the Diocese, booking is essential.

 

An informal opportunity to discuss the possibilities of chaplaincy in your church or school.

14 October

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Governance+

 

School Admissions Arrangements

 

Governance+ free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

How to ensure that your admission arrangements are compliant with Statutory Guidance and ODBE policy including the requirements around consultation and determination. Suitable for governance leads and clerks.

15 October

Online

Further info & booking

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Collective Worship and Spirituality Workshop #1

For all 3 workshops across the academic year:

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA credit

Interactive with opportunities to network with other schools following the cycle of the school year, the changing seasons and the Liturgical Calendar.

16 October

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to SIAMS

Governance+ free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

This session will cover everything you need to know as a school governor about SIAMS. You will learn about the purpose and process of SIAMS and consider the role of governors in ensuring your school lives out its vision and flourishes as a Church of England school. 

18 October

Ripon College Cuddesdon

Further info & booking

9:30 am  – 3:30 pm

An Opportunity to Experiencing Godly Play

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA Credit

Godly Play provides ways to get inside stories, finding a place to wonder and take time to reflect.  We are exploring how we can use Godly Play principles as part of ‘Dwelling in Story’ activities, a key feature of our Space Makers resource.

4 November

Online

Further info & booking

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

RE: Implementing the new Diocesan Scheme of Work

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) per person

 

A guide for all schools using the Diocese Scheme of Work. Support for RE teachers on how to implement the new scheme.

4 November

Online

Further info & booking

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Governance+

 

School Admissions Arrangements

 

Governance+ free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

How to ensure that your admission arrangements are compliant with Statutory Guidance and ODBE policy including the requirements around consultation and determination. Suitable for governance leads and clerks.

8 November

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

1:00 pm -

3.30 pm

SIAMS – Keeping your SEF relevant

SLA: £75 (+ VAT)

Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT)

Governance+ schools: one governor can book to attend free of charge with a paying member of staff.

 

½ SLA Credit

A shorter self-evaluation session for experienced headteachers who need to ensure that their SIAMS self- evaluation is a strong and current reflection on the impact of their vision on their school. (Suitable for leaders who have attended the self-evaluation days within the last 3 years.)

 

12 November

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Religious Education (RE)

 

Governance+: free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+ VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

An opportunity for governors to consider their responsibilities for the curriculum, monitoring and evaluation of Religious Education (RE) including the current requirements of RE syllabuses

18 November

Online

Further info & booking

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm 

Autumn SIAMS Surgery

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT)

 A ‘one-stop-shop’ for all your SIAMS questions and clarification. Suitable for school leaders, RE and collective worship leads and governors of Church schools.

20 November

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Effective Monitoring in a Church School

 

Governance+: free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Knowing what to measure and monitor is an essential part of working as part of an effective governing board. This session will provide guidance and support with suggestions to develop and improve your practice in readiness for inspection.

22 November

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Understanding Christianity Revisited

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA Credit

 An introduction to Understanding Christianity for schools that already have the resource and need training or a refresher.

25 November

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm  

Collective Worship and Spirituality Network Meeting #1

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 3 sessions in the academic year.

A termly meeting to support developing inspiring, creative worship and weaving spiritual experiences across the whole school

 

 

27 November

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm - 5.30pm

RE Leadership Development Network #2

SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

Non-SLA: £120 (+ VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

1 SLA Credit for all 6 sessions

Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision for all pupils across the Diocese. Facilitated by the Diocesan RE Adviser who will draw on the latest resource in the RE world to support your role as RE leader.

 

29 November

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9.30 am – 12.30 pm

Developing an Approach to Spirituality

SLA: £75 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA credit

To help school leaders develop their understanding of spiritual flourishing. 

The session will focus on what spirituality means in a Church school and how this is developed and enhanced to reflect the Christian vision of your school.

3 December

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Collective Worship and Spiritual Flourishing

 

Governance+: Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+ VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

 This new course will support governors in Church schools to understand what the law expects collective worship to contain and how acts of worship should reflect the Christian vision of the school.

 

9 December

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm  

Heads & Governors Briefing

Free for all senior leaders and governors in Church schools and academies in the Diocese of Oxford

An essential update on current key Information for Church school governors and leaders led by members of the adviser team.

Spring 2025

10 January

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9.30 am - 3.30 pm

SIAMS Self Evaluation

SLA: £ 150 (+ VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £ 200 (+ VAT) per person

Governance+ schools: one governor can book to attend free of charge with a paying member of staff.

1 SLA Credit

Self-evaluation is an integral part of Church school development and preparation for SIAMS. This course will explore the self-evaluation process, share model templates and strategies to support school leaders in crafting their SIAMS SEF.

 

 

 

 

14 January

Online

Further info & booking

9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Inspiring Courageous Advocacy:

Mini Conference  

SLA: £75 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA Credit

An interactive and informative seminar where we will explore the concept of courageous advocacy and how, as Church schools, we can develop pupils’ ability to tackle injustice in the world.

We look at some key resources for courageous advocacy including Christian Aid’s Global Neighbours scheme and the Archbishop of York’s Youth Trust’s (ABYYT) Youth Leadership scheme.

 

 

15 January

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm -8:30 pm

An Introduction to Governance in Church Schools and Trusts

FREE to all Church school trustees and governors in the Diocese of Oxford. Booking is essential.

Setting out the specific requirements of governing in a Church of England school or trust.  All trustees and governors are encouraged to attend this session and it is a requirement of appointment or re-appointment as a Foundation Governor/Trustee.

 

20 January

Online

Further info & booking

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Collective Worship and Spirituality Workshop #2

For all 3 workshops across the academic year:

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA credit

Interactive with opportunities to network with other schools following the cycle of the school year, the changing seasons and the Liturgical Calendar.

23 January

Online

Further info & booking

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

RE: Implementing the new Diocesan Scheme of Work

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) per person

A guide for all schools using the Diocese Scheme of Work. Support for RE teachers on how to implement the new scheme.

 

28 January

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm - 5.30 pm

RE Leadership Development Network #3

SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

Non-SLA: £120 (+ VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

1 SLA Credit for all 6 sessions

Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision for all pupils across the Diocese. Facilitated by the Diocesan RE Adviser who will draw on the latest resource in the RE world to support your role as RE leader.

 

 

24 February

Online

Further info & booking

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Spring SIAMS Surgery

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT)

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for all your SIAMS questions and clarification. Suitable for school leaders, RE and collective worship leads and governors of Church schools.

 

3 March

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm –5:00 pm

Collective Worship and Spirituality Network Meeting #2

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 3 sessions in the academic year.

A termly meeting to support developing inspiring, creative worship and weaving spiritual experiences across the whole school

 

5 March

Online

Further info & booking

4.30 pm – 6:00 pm

Governance+

 

School Appeals Arrangements 

Governance+: Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

 

How to ensure that your appeals arrangements are compliant. Suitable for school leaders including trustees and governors, governance leads and clerks to governing boards.

 

7 March

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

1.30 pm –3.30 pm

RE for ECTs

SLA: £75.00 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT) per person

½ Credit

If you are new to teaching, this session will introduce you to the essentials of teaching RE in a Church of England school. There will be a focus on the purposes, methodologies and resources that will support you in your teaching of RE.

 

11 March

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm  

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to SIAMS

 

Governance+ Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

This session will cover everything you need to know about the SIAMS process. You will learn about the purpose and process of SIAMS and consider the role of governors in ensuring your school lives out its vision and flourishes as a Church of England school. 

 

20 March

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm - 5.30pm

RE Leadership Development Network #4

SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

Non-SLA: £120 (+ VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

1 SLA Credit for all 6 sessions

Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision for all pupils across the Diocese. Facilitated by the Diocesan RE Adviser who will draw on the latest resource in the RE world to support your role as RE leader.

 

 

28 March

Ripon College Cuddesdon

Further info & booking

9:30 am  – 3:30 pm

An Opportunity to Experiencing Godly Play

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA Credit

Godly Play provides ways to get inside stories, finding a place to wonder and take time to reflect.  We are exploring how we can use Godly Play principles as part of ‘Dwelling in Story’ activities, a key feature of our Space Makers resource.

 

1 April

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Collective Worship and Spiritual Flourishing

Governance+: Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+ VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

This new course will support governors in Church schools to understand what the law expects collective worship to contain and how acts of worship should reflect the Christian vision of the school.

 

 

 

 

Summer 2025

22 April

Online

Further info & booking

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Collective Worship and Spirituality Workshop #3

For all 3 workshops across the academic year:

SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA credit

Interactive with opportunities to network with other schools following the cycle of the school year, the changing seasons and the Liturgical Calendar.

 

29 April

Online

Further info & booking

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

SIAMS: The Basics

SLA: £45 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) per person

½ SLA Credit

This course is designed for those new to SIAMS. Our experienced advisers, both serving SIAMS inspectors, will guide you through the basics of SIAMS, why schools have this inspection, what the inspection is seeking to judge and importance of a theologically rooted Christian vision at the heart of flourishing for all.

 

30 April

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

School Appeals Arrangements 

Governance+: Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

How to ensure that your appeals arrangements are compliant. Suitable for school leaders including trustees and governors, governance leads and clerks to governing boards.

 

7 May

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Religious Education  

 

Governance+: Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

An opportunity for governors to consider their responsibilities for the curriculum, monitoring and evaluation of Religious Education (RE) including the current requirements of RE syllabuses. Time to explore how your school’s Christian vision reflects We will explore how RE is considered in the light of SIAMS and OFSTED inspections and its relationship to British Values and spiritual, moral, social and culture development of pupils.

 

13 May

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm -8:30 pm

An Introduction to Governance in Church Schools and Trusts

FREE to all Church school trustees and governors in the Diocese of Oxford. Booking is essential.

Setting out the specific requirements of governing in a Church of England school or trust.  All trustees and governors are encouraged to attend this session and it is a requirement of appointment or re-appointment as a Foundation Governor/Trustee.

 

19 May

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

So, I’m wondering about School Chaplaincy

Free

Whilst this session is free to all anyone within the Diocese, booking is essential.

 

An informal opportunity to discuss the possibilities of chaplaincy in your church or school.

 

21 May

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm - 5.30pm

RE Leadership Development Network #5

SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

Non-SLA: £120 (+ VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

1 SLA Credit for all 6 sessions

Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision for all pupils across the Diocese. Facilitated by the Diocesan RE Adviser who will draw on the latest resource in the RE world to support your role as RE leader.

 

 

23 May

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9.30 am – 12.30 pm

Developing an Approach to Spirituality 

SLA: £75 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT) per person

1 SLA credit

This session supports school leaders in developing spirituality in a Church school. It will focus on how this is developed and enhanced to reflect the Christian vision of your school. We will explore examples of how schools tackle this area and look at definitions and shared language in depth to support leaders.

 

3 June

Online

Further info & booking

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Collective Worship and Spirituality Network Meeting #3

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 3 sessions in the academic year.

A termly meeting to support developing inspiring, creative worship and weaving spiritual experiences across the whole school.

 

3 June

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm  

Heads & Governors’ Briefing

Free for all school leaders and governors in Church schools and academies in the Diocese of Oxford

An essential update on current key Information for Church school governors and leaders led by members of the adviser team.

 

9 June

Online

Further info & booking

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Summer SIAMS Surgery

SLA: Free

Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT)

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for all your SIAMS questions and clarification. Suitable for school leaders, RE and collective worship leads and governors of Church schools.

 

11 June

Online

Further info & booking

3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Exploring Christianity from a Global Perspective

SLA: £45 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) per person

½ SLA Credit

Develop your understanding of Christianity as a global faith and how this can enhance RE and worship in Church schools.

We will explore how schools have built links with Christian organisations on a global scale and help you to identify next steps to develop provision in RE and worship.

 

13 June

Church House Oxford

Further info & booking

9.30 am - 3.30 pm

SIAMS Self Evaluation

SLA: £ 150 (+ VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £ 200 (+ VAT) per person

Governance+ schools: one governor can book to attend free of charge with a paying member of staff.

1 SLA Credit

Self-evaluation is an integral part of Church school development and preparation for SIAMS. This course will explore the self-evaluation process, share model templates and strategies to support school leaders in crafting their SIAMS SEF.

 

 

 

 

19 June

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Effective Monitoring in a Church School

 

Governance+: Free for all governors

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

Knowing what to measure and monitor is an essential part of working as part of an effective governing board. This session will provide guidance and support with suggestions to develop and improve your practice in readiness for inspection.

 

24 June

Online

Further info & booking

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Creating, Embedding and Reviewing the

Theologically Rooted Christian Vision

SLA: £45 (+VAT) per person

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) per person

½ SLA Credit

Crafting and reviewing the school’s vision is challenging. We will explore the theological roots of school visions and how best to review the desired impact.

 

 

1 July

Online 

Further info & booking

4:00 pm- 5.30pm

RE Leadership Development Network #6

SLA: £60 (+VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

Non-SLA: £120 (+ VAT) for all 6 sessions in the academic year.

1 SLA Credit for all 6 sessions

Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision for all pupils across the Diocese. Facilitated by the Diocesan RE Adviser who will draw on the latest resource in the RE world to support your role as RE leader.

 

 

 

14 July

Online

Further info & booking

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Governance+

 

The Governors’ Guide to Headteacher Appraisal

FREE to appraisal governors in schools that purchase Headteacher Appraisal package from ODBE

 

Governance+: Free for all governors

 

SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors

 

We recommend that all governors who conduct the headteacher appraisal have received this training before they engage in this vital part of the governance role.

 

 

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