Posted by Les Hutchinson, Head of Quality and Performance
We previously committed to publishing a summary of the key points/highlights from our Senior Leadership Team meetings. Now that we’re settling into the rhythm of regular meetings, I hope that these updates will be more consistent.
At every meeting, the first item on our agenda is to share successes and challenges. This week’s successes included:
- the visit of a group of teachers from Sweden, with the prospect of maintaining links;
- the leadership retreat for secondary headteachers at Ardoch;
- the Early Years Collaborative/Raising Attainment for All learning session; and
- the first roadshow presentations on our statement of ambition and budget position (second roadshow – not such a success)
Our challenges:
- meeting the attainment challenge in the National Improvement Framework
- preparing for the arrival of Syrian refugees in Arbroath – we’re very pleased with the support from the voluntary sector who are offering support.
The last time we met we had a creative conversation about how to tackle some of our current recruitment issues. We’d like to encourage you to share your ideas with us in the comments section – go on, be creative!
As part of our performance management agenda, we’ll be reviewing one of the priority themes from our Directorate Improvement Plan on a regular basis. The future attractions are:
- 16 December 2015 – Raise the attainment and achievement of all of our pupils.
- 27 January 2016 – Provide positive, nurturing and inclusive environments to support learning and development
- 24 February 2016 – Restructure Criminal Justice Services in line with national policy.
- 23 March 2016 – Ensure that our priorities, ambitions and our resources are fully aligned.
Put a note in your diary to come back here for an update on the theme(s) of your choice.
