Training

SIAMS Framework September 2023

SIAMS Framework September 2023 - you only need to attend one support session. All others are repeats.
Each session takes place at a different venue within the Diocese of Guildford. Please note the venue at the time of booking.

This session will provide further detail and opportunity for discussion around the changes for the SIAMS Framework ready for introduction in September 2023.                     

Key elements will include:

  • Context to the changes 
  • What does the 2023 Framework look like?
  • The inspection structure including the inspection questions
  • Judgements
  • What will it mean for schools and MATs?
  • A theologically rooted vision      

Intended Audience: Headteachers and their Chair of Governors

Standard Price
Universal Free
GDBE elevate CORE Free
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Venue

Church House Guildford, GU2 7YF

Tutors

Jane Whittington, Schools Officer RE and Christian Distinctiveness

Jane has been a school’s officer with the Diocese of Guildford since 2013.  Before that she taught in primary schools in Surrey and Hampshire, this included headships in both church and community schools.

Jane set up one of the first prayer spaces in her school in 2008 and currently is a networker for the Prayer Spaces in Schools team, in this role she assists with training and writing materials.  Jane is an assessor for the Christian Aid Global Neighbours awards.

In her current role Jane provides training and support for school leaders, teachers, and governors in the areas of Christian distinctiveness, vision and values in church schools, spiritual development, Religious Education, collective worship,  PHSE and developing links with their parish church.  She works with diocesan colleagues to train clergy and church volunteers.

Areas of specialism: Christian distinctiveness, vision and values in church schools, spiritual development, Religious Education, collective worship, PHSE in church schools, school and church links.

Role within the Diocese: School’s Officer with responsibility for Christian Distinctiveness

Susan Costa, SIAMS Officer