OFSTED INSPECTION SUPPORT
In light of recent tragic events in Reading, the RGA would like to take the opportunity to remind governors and schools of the support we offer to our schools’ governing boards.
As volunteers, it can be daunting to support schools in such important and challenging areas such as safeguarding and staff wellbeing, but it is evident that we can make a huge difference to the success of our schools. At the RGA, our services are designed to enhance training and support which governors typically access online, in isolation. Our in-person advisory sessions enable small, varied groups of governors to discuss what they have learned, and how to improve their practice, overseen by experienced school governors from a range of education settings, and in a safe space for sharing concerns.
The recent decision by His Majesty’s Chief Inspector not to pause Ofsted inspections in Reading is causing some agitation. Our board members have undergone a great number of inspections as governors, some as recently as this month, and have been sharing our experiences and recommendations with recent attendees at our events. If you are anticipating an inspection imminently, and feel you need extra preparation, please do not hesitate to contact us for advice.
We urge all our members to take advantage of these opportunities, which are designed to support you. Our aim is to fully support you in your role so that you can support your school leaders with confidence.
Additionally, mentoring for Chairs of Governors can be arranged, either with one of our team or via the IGovS service.
Chair – Julia Cottee
Vice-Chair – Richard Rolfe
Clerk – Hazel Archer
Treasurer – Chris Robinson
Officers – John Ennis, Matt Espley, Yvonne Newman
Associates – Sarah Shortt
10th April 2024
Tuesday 23rd April 2024 6:00pm The RGA is delighted to announce our next event to be held in person at The Wren school from 6pm on Tuesday 23rd April. ‘The Good, the Bad and the Ugly’ reviews current thinking on a variety of user-related issues including the Safety of Gen AI (or AI-Chatbots). The Good aspects of the technology refer…
30th March 2023
Following the announcement of Ruth Perry’s tragic death on 8th January, following an Ofsted inspection at Caversham Primary School where she was Headteacher, Reading Borough Council and Reading Schools Leaders wrote to Amanda Spielman on 22nd March …
7th March 2023
Ever wondered which schools are maintained and which are academies? And if they are academies, which trust do they belong to? The RGA has captured this information, which can be found on our new Education in Reading page. If your governing board is …
21st November 2022
Swift on the heels of two Outstanding OFSTED judgements, the REYS federation has won a bid to run the South-east Early years stronger practice hub. Blagdon Nursery School will lead the group which serves Reading, West Berkshire and Windsor…
16th November 2022
Congratulations from the RGA to Caversham Nursery School, who achieved another Outstanding judgement in the recent inspections in Reading. Their Daycare (0-3s) division was rated Outstanding in May 2022.
100% of Reading nursery schools remain…