SIAMS RE Collective Worship/Spirituality Governance Leadership/Vision
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3 June 4:00-5.00pm Online |
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. |
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3 June 7:00-8.00pm Online |
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. |
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9 June 1.30-3:00pm Online |
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. |
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11 June 3.30-5.30pm Online |
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. |
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13 June 9.30am - 3.30pm Church House Oxford |
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.
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19 June 7:00-8.30pm Online |
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. |
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24 June 1.30-3:30pm Online |
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.
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1 July 4:00-5.30pm Online |
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.
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8 July 7:00-8.30pm Online |
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. |
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14 July 7:00-8.00pm Online Further info & booking |
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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Autumn 2025 |
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Tuesday 09 September 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Headteacher Appraisal
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Governance+ Free 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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Monday 22 September 9.30am - 3.30pm Church House Oxford |
SIAMS Self Evaluation
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Training+ Free SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+ VAT) per person |
Focus on your understanding of the SIAMS process and how best to share the impact of your school’s Christian vision. We will explore the SIAMS Inspection Questions in detail. |
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Thursday 25 September 4:00 - 5:00pm Online |
RE Live Q&As Autumn Term
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SLA: Free Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT)
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These drop-in sessions are provided termly for RE leaders and teachers to ask any questions you may have regarding your RE provision. |
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Friday 26 September 9.30am- 3:00pm Church House Oxford |
Headteacher Induction Programme: Day 1
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SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) per person This cost covers the 5 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. |
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Tuesday 07 October 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to SIAMS |
Governance+ Free 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 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. |
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Thursday 9 October 2025 4.00- 5.30pm Online
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RE Leadership Development Network
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Annual cost for 6 sessions Training+ Free SLA: £60 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £120 (+VAT) |
Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision. Will include national updates in RE, curriculum development, work moderation, RE assessment, SIAMS implications, resources and sharing best practice in RE around the diocese. |
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Friday 10 October 9.30am- 3.30pm Church House Oxford |
So, You’re the New RE Lead?
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Training+ Free SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) per person |
A fun and practical session for new RE subject leaders and co-ordinators across the Diocese. |
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Monday 13 October 7:00-8.00pm Online |
School Admissions Arrangements
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Governance+ Free 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 governors of VA schools and Church academies, directors/trustees and office personnel. |
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Friday 17 October 9:30am- 3:30pm Church House Oxford |
Collective Worship – Everything you need to know |
Training+ Free SLA: £ 150 (+ VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) per person |
To explore the legal status of worship in Church schools and offer examples of planning and ideas to develop the provision on offer. There will be a focus on worship within SIAMS. |
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Tuesday 21 October 3:30pm - 5.00pm Online
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Collective Worship and Spirituality Network Meetings |
Annual cost to cover all 3 sessions over academic year Training +: Free SLA: £30 (+VAT)
Non-SLA: £75 (+VAT)
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A termly meeting to support developing inspiring, creative worship and weaving opportunities for spiritual experiences across the whole school. Using the church’s cycle of the year as our starting point we will explore elements of worship, share ideas for Christian festivals and look at best practice across the diocese to help support inclusive, invitational and inspiring acts of collective worship. |
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Tuesday 03 November 1:00 - 3:00pm Online |
Keeping your SIAMS SEF relevant |
Training + Free SLA: £55 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £95 (+VAT) |
A shorter self-evaluation session for experienced leaders who need to ensure that their SIAMS self- evaluation is a strong and current reflection of the impact of their vision on the school community. |
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Monday 03 November 5:00-6:00pm Online |
School Admissions Arrangements
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Governance+ Free 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 governors of VA schools and Church academies, directors/trustees and office personnel. |
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Tuesday 4 November 1-3.30pm Online |
Implementing the Diocesan Scheme of Work |
SLA: Free Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT) |
A guide for all schools using the Diocesan Scheme of Work (SoW). The session will showcase how the SoW can be used effectively in school. |
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Monday 10 November 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Effective Monitoring in a Church School |
Governance+ Free 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. |
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Tuesday 18 November 1.30 -3:00pm Online |
SIAMS Live Q & As Autumn term |
SLA: Free Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT) |
Experienced advisers and inspectors will be on hand to support you with any questions or clarification you may need. |
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Tuesday 25 November 4.00- 5.30pm
Online |
RE Leadership Development Network
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Annual cost for 6 sessions over academic year Training+ Free SLA: £60 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £120 (+VAT) |
Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision. Will include national updates in RE, curriculum development, work moderation, RE assessment, SIAMS implications, resources and sharing best practice in RE around the diocese. |
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Tuesday 25 November 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Religious Education (RE)
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Governance+ Free 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. |
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Friday 28 November 9:30am-3:30pm Church House Oxford |
Developing an Approach to Spirituality
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Training+ Free SLA: £ 150 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) |
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. |
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Monday 01 December 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Collective Worship and Spiritual Flourishing |
Governance+ Free 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. |
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Tuesday 9 December 7:00-8:00pm Online |
School Leaders’ Briefing |
Free for all senior leaders and governors in Church schools and academies. |
An update of current key Information for Church school governors and leaders led by members of the adviser team. |
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Spring 2026 |
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Thursday 08 January 4:00 – 5:00 pm Online |
RE Live Q&As Spring Term
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SLA: Free
Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT) |
These drop-in sessions are provided termly for RE leaders and teacher to come and ask any questions you may have regarding your RE provision. You are welcome to come along and listen to the conversation as well. |
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Tuesday 13 January 7:00-8:00pm
Online |
Guide to Justice and Courageous Advocacy
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Governance+ Free SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors |
Ensuring that our schools are places in which pupils can challenge injustice and take active responsibility fostered by Christian vision and values is of paramount importance. By sharing current thinking and best practice we will share what justice and courageous advocacy means in the school context. |
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Wednesday 14 January 9.30am-12.30pm Online |
Inspiring Justice and Courageous Advocacy |
Training+ Free SLA: £75 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT) |
An interactive and informative seminar to explore the concept of courageous advocacy and how, as Church schools, we can develop pupils’ ability to tackle injustice in the world. |
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Thursday 15 January 9.30am - 3.30pm Church House Oxford |
SIAMS Self Evaluation
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Training+ Free SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) per person |
Focus on your understanding of the SIAMS process and how best to share the impact of your school’s Christian vision. We will explore the SIAMS Inspection Questions in detail. |
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Friday 23 January 1:00-3.30pm Online |
Implementing the Diocesan Scheme of Work Book here |
SLA: Free
Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT) |
A guide for all schools using the Diocesan Scheme of Work (SoW). Support for RE leaders and teachers on how to implement the revised scheme. The session will showcase how the SoW can be used effectively in school. |
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Wednesday 28 January 4.00- 5.30pm
Online |
RE Leadership Development Network
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Annual cost for 6 sessions Training+ Free SLA: £60 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £120 (+VAT) |
Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision. Will include national updates in RE, curriculum development, work moderation, RE assessment, SIAMS implications, resources and sharing best practice in RE around the diocese. |
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Friday 30 January 1.30–3.30pm Online |
RE for ECTs
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Training+ Free
SLA: £55 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £95 (+VAT) |
Whether in your first or second ECT year, if you are new to teaching, join us as we learn about the essentials of teaching RE in a Church of England School – finding out more about the purpose, the methodologies, resources and support on offer. |
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Tuesday 24 February 1.30 -3:00pm
Online |
SIAMS Live Q & As Spring term
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SLA: Free Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT) |
A ‘one-stop-shop’ for all your SIAMS questions and clarification. Experienced advisers and inspectors will be on hand to support you with any questions or clarification you may need. Please come along to the session with questions. No question is a silly question. |
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Monday 9 February 3:30pm - 5.00pm Online
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Collective Worship and Spirituality Network Meetings |
Annual cost to cover all 3 sessions over academic year Training + Free
SLA: £30 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £75 (+VAT)
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A termly meeting to support developing inspiring, creative worship and weaving opportunities for spiritual experiences across the whole school. Using the church’s cycle of the year as our starting point we will explore elements of worship, share ideas for Christian festivals and look at best practice across the diocese to help support inclusive, invitational and inspiring acts of collective worship. |
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Tuesday 03 March 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to SIAMS
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Governance+ Free 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 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. |
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Friday 06 March 9:30am – 3:30pm Church House Oxford |
Collective Worship – Everything you need to know
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Training+ Free
SLA: £ 150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) |
This session will explore the legal status of worship in Church schools. We will offer examples of planning and ideas to develop the provision on offer. We will explore how worship can be inclusive, invitational and inspiring for pupils and adults. There will be a focus on worship within SIAMS. |
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Monday 16 March 3:30pm-5:00pm Online |
Using the Cycle of the Year/ Liturgical Calendar in School |
Training+ Free
SLA: £35 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) |
A twilight session that will explore the cycle of the church’s year and unpick the seasons of the liturgical calendar. We will help you to consider how this can be used to enhance church and school relationships and to develop provision for collective worship across school. |
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Wednesday 18 March 9.30am-12.30pm Online |
Spiritualty Mini-Conference |
Training+ Free
SLA: £75 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £110 (+VAT) |
A deeper look into Spirituality to suggest appropriate next steps and progression for schools that have an established language, and a curriculum that provides for spiritual development. We welcome keynote speaker Paul Rusby from Diocese of Carlisle. |
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Thursday 19 March 4.00- 5.30pm
Online |
RE Leadership Development Network
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Annual cost for 6 sessions over academic year Training+ Free SLA: £60 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £120 (+VAT) |
Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision. Will include national updates in RE, curriculum development, work moderation, RE assessment, SIAMS implications, resources and sharing best practice in RE around the diocese. |
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Tuesday 24 March 7:00-8:00pm Online |
School Leaders’ Briefing |
Free for all school leaders and governors in Church schools and academies in the Diocese of Oxford |
An update of current key Information for Church school governors and leaders led by members of the adviser team. |
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Summer 2026 |
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Friday 17 April 9:30 – 11:30am Online |
Keeping your SIAMS SEF relevant |
Training+ Free
SLA: £55 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £95 (+VAT) |
A shorter self-evaluation session for experienced leaders who need to ensure that their SIAMS self- evaluation is a strong and current reflection of the impact of their vision on the school community. |
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Monday 20 April 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Collective Worship and Spiritual Flourishing |
Governance+ Free 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. |
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Wednesday 22 April 4:00 – 5:00 pm Online |
RE Live Q&As Summer Term |
SLA: Free
Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT) |
These drop-in sessions are provided termly for RE leaders and teacher to come and ask any questions you may have regarding your RE provision. You are welcome to come along and listen to the conversation as well. |
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Wednesday 06 May 1:30pm-3:00pm Online |
Help! My school is on the SIAMS list |
Training+ Free
SLA: £30 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £60 (+VAT) |
Lead by experienced inspectors, this session is for headteachers and school leaders in preparation for SIAMS inspection in 2026-27 academic year. This session will focus on the role of leaders in a SIAMS and help you to lead and prepare for inspection. |
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Tuesday 12 May 4.00- 5.30pm Online |
RE Leadership Development Network
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Annual cost for 6 sessions over academic year Training+ Free SLA: £60 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £120 (+VAT) |
Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision. Will include national updates in RE, curriculum development, work moderation, RE assessment, SIAMS implications, resources and sharing best practice in RE around the diocese. |
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Tuesday 12 May 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Religious Education (RE) |
Governance+ Free 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. |
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Friday 15 May 9.30am-3.30 pm Church House Oxford |
Developing an Approach to Spirituality |
Training+ Free SLA: £150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £220 (+VAT) per person Including lunch |
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.
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Thursday 21 May 3:30pm - 5.00pm Online
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Collective Worship and Spirituality Network Meetings |
Annual cost to cover all 3 sessions over academic year
Training +: Free
SLA: £30 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £75 (+VAT)
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A termly meeting to support developing inspiring, creative worship and weaving opportunities for spiritual experiences across the whole school. Using the church’s cycle of the year as our starting point we will explore elements of worship, share ideas for Christian festivals and look at best practice across the diocese to help support inclusive, invitational and inspiring acts of collective worship. |
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Thursday 21 May 7:00-8:00pm
Online |
Guide to Justice and Courageous Advocacy
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Governance+ Free SLA: £45 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors Non-SLA: £65 (+VAT) for up to 3 governors |
Ensuring that our schools are places in which pupils can challenge injustice and take active responsibility fostered by Christian vision and values is of paramount importance. By sharing current thinking and best practice we will share what justice and courageous advocacy means in the school context. |
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Friday 22 May 9:30am – 3:30pm
Church House Oxford |
Training for Incumbents: Developing partnerships between church and school |
Free of Charge for all clergy in the Diocese of Oxford
Lunch provided
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A day for clergy wanting to develop partnerships with schools. Focusing on primary aged pupils, we will share good practices with examples of effective partnerships. We will explore RE, worship and spirituality in the context of schools and churches working together. This course is subsidised by Bayne Funding. |
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Tuesday 02 June 3.30-5:00pm Online |
Help! My school is on the SIAMS list |
Training+ Free
SLA: £30 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £60 (+VAT) |
Lead by experienced inspectors, this session is for headteachers and school leaders in preparation for SIAMS inspection in 2026-27 academic year. This session will focus on the role of leaders in a SIAMS and help you to lead and prepare for inspection. |
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Monday 08 June 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Effective Monitoring in a Church School |
Governance+ Free 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 provides guidance and support with suggestions to develop and improve your practice in readiness for inspection. |
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Tuesday 9 June 1.30– 3:00pm Online |
SIAMS Live Q & As Summer term |
SLA: Free Non-SLA: £35 (+VAT)
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A ‘one-stop-shop’ for all your SIAMS questions and clarification. Experienced advisers and inspectors will be on hand to support you with any questions or clarification you may need. Please come along to the session with questions. No question is a silly question. |
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Thursday 11 June 3:30– 5:30 pm Online |
Exploring Christianity as a global world faith |
Training+ Free
SLA: £55 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £95 (+VAT)
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Develop your understanding of Christianity as a global faith and how this can enhance RE and worship in Church schools. We will explore a range of resources and ideas to strengthen provision in RE to enhance appreciation of Christianity as a diverse, global religion. |
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Friday 19 June 9.30am - 3.30pm
Church House Oxford |
SIAMS Self Evaluation
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Training+ Free SLA: £ 150 (+VAT) per person Non-SLA: £200 (+VAT) per person
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This session will focus on your understanding of the SIAMS process and how best to share the impact of your school’s Christian vision. We will explore the SIAMS Inspection Questions in detail and support you in considering what to include and what not to include in the SIAMS SEF. |
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Thursday 25 June 4.00- 5.30pm
Online |
RE Leadership Development Network
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Annual cost for 6 sessions over academic year Training+ Free SLA: £60 (+VAT) Non-SLA: £120 (+VAT) |
Half termly meetings to support, share and develop high quality RE provision. Will include national updates in RE, curriculum development, work moderation, RE assessment, SIAMS implications, resources and sharing best practice in RE around the diocese. |
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Thursday 25 June 7:00-8:00pm Online |
Guide to Headteacher Appraisal |
Governance+ Free 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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