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WB10749_Capita Sec SIP bro_AW:Layout 1 26/04/2011 15:04 Page 1 Training Courses 2011-2012 A Focus on School Improvement for Secondary Schools WB10749_Capita Sec SIP bro_AW:Layout 1 26/04/2011 15:04 Page 2 Using SIMS to support whole school improvement Our school improvement programme of courses and school technical staff, all experienced in providing reflects our commitment to helping you raise training, on-site consultancy and support relevant to standards and maximise your students’ attainment. individual schools. These courses are designed specifically to focus on the Key areas include: effective application and analysis of data within SIMS • identifying data to inform school improvement for improved performance across the whole school. strategies They are tailored for school senior and middle leaders, • the effective use of data classroom teachers and other key roles, for example, the inclusion manager, the SIMS manager and staff • tracking the performance of individuals or groups with pastoral responsibilities. of students • targeting students needing additional support We have over 23 years experience of working • monitoring progress against targets in partnership with schools and local authorities. • monitoring patterns of behaviour and related Our consultants have an extensive knowledge of impact on student performance SIMS and how SIMS can be used to support whole school improvement processes. They include many • engaging with parents. former head teachers, teachers, school administrators Throughout this brochure you will see quotes from various schools ‘‘ ‘‘ highlighting how they already use SIMS to raise standards across their school. WB10749_Capita Sec SIP bro_AW:Layout 1 26/04/2011 15:04 Page 3 Contents Senior and middle leaders The Role of the Inclusion Manager 6 and classroom teachers Explores how schools can maximise the potential of SIMS to support the role of the inclusion manager. An Inspector Calls – Secondary 4 The Role of the Pastoral Officer – Secondary 6 Explores how SIMS can be used effectively to prepare for an Covers using SIMS Behaviour Management routines to provide full inspection and provide information efficiently during the inspection. monitoring and reporting on issues, key evidence, use of templates for standardised letters and reports to automate communication SIMS and the Senior Leader – Secondary 4 with parents and online reporting. Explores how the data in SIMS can provide the crucial information to help senior leaders know their students better, enable more NEW The Role of the School Network Manager 6 effective management of the school’s resources and support Focuses on the key areas a network manager should address to teaching and learning. maintain a healthy, efficient and effective network in a school. SIMS and the Senior Leader Extended –5The Role of the SIMS Manager 7 Secondary Explores the responsibilities within the SIMS manager’s role and Follows on from SIMS and the Senior Leader – Secondary and focuses identifies the key contributors to the development of SIMS use in on more complex scenarios and the more advanced use of the Home the school. The course also explores whether the school is getting Page functionality. the best from SIMS and using all of its different functionality. SIMS in the Classroom – Secondary 5 The Role of the Timetabler 7 Covers the use of the Student/Teacher View – providing all student Focuses on the timetabler’s year, timetabling cycles and major information in one place; includes the use of SIMS as an electronic timetabling decisions. markbook and notekeeper, the running of basic SIMS reports and the additional information provided by the Home Page functionality. SIMS and Safeguarding 7 Target Setting & Measuring 5 Focuses on the purpose, range and scope of the safeguarding agenda and explores how SIMS can help to manage the information necessary Progress with FFT – Secondary to monitor issues. Takes delegates through setting up a tracking system in SIMS Assessment based upon Fischer Family Trust estimates, and NEW Social Networking and Schools 7 includes a focus on measuring progress and value added. Focuses on the background, policies and current best practice of social networking in schools. On the same wavelength? SIMS strategic development planning 8 for schools and academies Discover how SIMS can help ensure governors are talking the same language On-site training and consultancy 9 as the school. Our five 'must-have' On-site consultancy provides a comprehensive range of training 90 minute sessions focus on understanding and support tailored to your school’s specific needs. how SIMS helps schools deliver their objectives. Call 0844 893 9000 for more details. SIMS online learning 9 Case study – The Bishop Bell CE School 10 Other roles Training venues 11 Exams Organiser – Top Tips and Techniques 6 Hardware and software options 11 Aimed at existing exam officers who wish to revisit some of the key features within Exams Organiser, or explore the full potential of the How to book back cover software. Discover the techniques that can save time and money, lead to improved efficiency and maybe reduce stress! The Role of the Exam Officer 6 A good introduction to the role of the exam officer in schools. This course covers the main stages in the exam officer’s year and outlines key responsibilities. School Improvement Programme for Secondary Schools 3 WB10749_Capita Sec SIP bro_AW:Layout 1 26/04/2011 15:04 Page 4 Senior and middle leaders and classroom teachers An Inspector Calls – Secondary SIMS and the Senior Leader – Secondary Aimed at: Senior leaders in secondary schools. Aimed at: Senior leaders in secondary schools. Prior knowledge: Delegates require a basic understanding of SIMS Prior knowledge: Delegates require a basic understanding of SIMS. and some experience of using SIMS Assessment. Course code: SIPSSL-1-05S Course code: SIPAIC-1-05S Duration: One day Duration: One day This course explores how the data in SIMS can provide crucial This course explores how SIMS can be used to prepare effectively for information to help senior leaders to manage resources and support an Ofsted inspection in line with the current framework. It also shows teaching and learning. The course covers the whole school use of the schools how SIMS can be used to provide information efficiently Student/Teacher View, running of SIMS reports and the Home Page during the inspection. The course covers: functionality. The SIMS and the Senior Leader Extended course provides a follow up to this course. • RAISEonline analysis • how assessment analyses from SIMS can be used to support the school’s self evaluation • using SIMS in the classroom to show progress and support Assessment for Learning (AfL). The Student/Teacher View. “The inspection team asked detailed questions about pupil attainment on entry at Year 5, progress whilst here and final attainment when pupils leave at the end of Year 8. Having all this available in SIMS meant we could answer these questions quickly and easily.” Joanne Cafferty, Deputy Headteacher, Ponteland Community Middle School 4 School Improvement Programme for Secondary Schools WB10749_Capita Sec SIP bro_AW:Layout 1 26/04/2011 15:04 Page 5 SIMS and the Senior Leader Extended – Secondary Target Setting & Measuring Progress with FFT – Aimed at: Senior leaders in secondary schools. Secondary Prior knowledge: Delegates require a basic understanding of SIMS. Aimed at: Senior and middle leaders responsible for assessment in The course develops themes from SIMS and the Senior Leader – secondary schools. Secondary. Prior knowledge: Delegates should have a basic understanding of Course code: SIPSSLE-1-05S SIMS Assessment. Delegates are required to bring along their school’s Duration: One day FFT Live log-in details. Course code: SIPTSMPFFT-1-05S This course further explores how the data in SIMS can effectively Duration: One day provide key information to help senior leaders to manage the school's resources effectively and support the development of teaching and This course takes delegates through setting up a tracking system learning. It focuses on more complex scenarios and more advanced in SIMS Assessment based upon Fischer Family Trust estimates. use of the Home Page functionality. Scenarios involve data analysis through the investigation of other areas of SIMS such as assessment, The course covers: exams and the school timetable. • background information on Fischer Family Trust data and FFT Live • importing and using the SIMS Fischer Family Trust Aspects • setting targets using Fischer Family Trust estimates SIMS in the Classroom – Secondary • setting up tracking templates to monitor progress against targets • calculating value added against these targets by using the formula Aimed at: Class teachers and teaching assistants. functions in SIMS Assessment Prior knowledge: Delegates require a basic understanding of SIMS. • analysing value added by using analysis tools Course code: SIPSCR-1-05S • exploring the target setting functions in SIMS Assessment. Duration: One day This course explores how the student data in SIMS can be used effectively to support teaching and learning and enhance the pastoral provision of information to parents. The course covers: • the use of the Student/Teacher View (providing all the student information in one place) • taking the register electronically (for both tutor time and lessons) • running of some basic SIMS reports • the Home Page functionality providing additional information about students. Delegates will be shown how