Do you understand the local context? Are you familiar with the SEND code of practice? Zest Academy Trust have designed this session in order for those in governance to: Have a better understanding of the Blackpool context Update on Blackpool School Improvement Have a better understanding of Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Have a better understanding of the SEND code of Practice Have a better understanding of what questions to ask when holding school leaders to account Is this course just for academies? This training session is suitable to: Anyone in a primary school [...]

Are you new to school governance? Zest Academy Trust have designed this session in order for those in governance to: Have a better understanding of school terminology Have a better understanding of school governance Have a better understanding of the responsibilities and accountabilities under the governance competency framework Have a better understanding of what questions should be asked of school leaders Have a better understanding of the statutory guidance that covers your school Have a better understanding constitution of you schools governing body Is this course just for academies? This training session is suitable to: [...]

Do you know how school finances work? Zest Academy Trust have designed this session in order for those in governance to: Have a better understanding of how schools are funded Have a better understanding of good financial management in order to ensure the information you receive is fit for purpose Have a better understanding of the principles behind budget planning Have a better understanding of schools financial position at year end and at various monitoring points of the year Have a better understanding of determining the schools financial sustainable position Have a better understanding of financial efficiency metrics [...]