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'Each individual - from pupils and parents to teachers and all members of staff - is integral to the running of the school.' Janitor
| A school is good to the extent that… | A school is excellent to the extent that… |
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| Leaders consult and delegate effectively, as appropriate to their level of responsibility. | Leaders consult widely and encourage all staff, parents, partners, children and young people to feel that their views are helping to shape the school’s future. Staff in posts of responsibility have clear roles and remits and are encouraged to develop their own ideas to suit the needs of the school. Developments are seen as a collective responsibility which gives the school community ownership of school improvement. |
| Leaders create effective channels of communication and systems for sharing knowledge and expertise and shaping existing school policy. | Leaders know their staff well and capitalise on the expertise and talents of others to drive school improvement. Staff and pupils know how to voice their concerns and suggest ideas for change. Individuals, teams and working groups are used well to channel initiatives into action that impacts on learners. Leaders inspire confidence in others to deliver. |
| Leaders provide opportunities for some staff to take leadership roles; for example, through a committee structure and consultative mechanisms in school. | Leaders use their knowledge of staff to nurture leadership in others. Staff are encouraged to develop leadership skills through formal training or coaching opportunities, project management and leading working groups on school improvement. Leaders give staff freedom to develop initiatives and offer support and challenge where appropriate. There are opportunities for staff to shadow leaders to experience different leadership styles. Where possible, the school offers acting positions to develop skills and confidence in aspiring leaders. |
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