Description
With Ofsted’s new framework placing greater emphasis than ever on inclusive leadership and effective SEND provision, it’s essential that schools can evidence a culture where every pupil can thrive — whatever their starting point or need.
That’s why we’ve developed a practical, forward-thinking course for leaders, SENCos, and senior leaders covering every aspect of the inspection of inclusion and SEND.
A practical leadership course to help schools deliver truly inclusive, high-impact practice — and meet Ofsted expectations with confidence.
This training translates the new Ofsted judgement criteria into clear, actionable steps that leaders can embed in everyday practice.
You Will Learn How To:
🔹 Lead a Culture of Inclusion
- Embed high-quality, inclusive teaching as the foundation of effective SEND practice.
- Build a culture where staff recognise and respond to the full range of barriers to learning and wellbeing.
- Ensure reasonable adjustments and accessibility plans are meaningful, compliant, and regularly reviewed.
🔹 Identify and Meet Needs Early and Accurately
- Strengthen systems for early identification, assessment, and support using the graduated approach.
- Work effectively with external specialists — and implement their advice with measurable impact.
- Use high-quality evidence and research to inform pupil premium and SEND strategies.
🔹 Empower Your SENCo and Leaders
- Ensure your SENCo is positioned to drive whole-school improvement.
- Use the SEN Information Report and Local Offer as powerful tools for transparency and accountability.
- Support seamless transitions for pupils with SEND, both within and beyond your school.
🔹 Support Disadvantaged Pupils Effectively
- Align your pupil premium strategy with wider improvement priorities.
- Train staff to deliver and monitor targeted interventions consistently.
- Demonstrate evidence of positive impact on progress, engagement, and attendance.
🔹 Strengthen Multi-Agency Working and Support for Vulnerable Pupils
- Work collaboratively with social care, virtual schools, and safeguarding partners.
- Ensure looked-after and previously looked-after children receive high-quality, personalised support.
- Use strong partnerships to remove barriers and promote wellbeing.
Why This Course Matters
Ofsted inspectors will ask:
“How effectively do you identify, meet, and monitor the needs of all pupils — especially those who need the most support?”
This course gives you the clarity, confidence, and tools to evidence that your inclusion and SEND provision isn’t just compliant — it’s exceptional.
