The SIAMS for Governors sessions provide training for governors of Church schools, on effective ways to monitor, and crucially how to evaluate, the effectiveness of all aspects of a Church school.
Done through the lens of the SIAMS Framework, leading governors through 5 sessions. These can be booked individually below OR click here to book all 5 sessions.
This training is included as part of the service agreement for Church schools, therefore there is no additional costs. If your school is not part of the service agreement please make contact for the associated costs for these sessions.
| Session Titles | Dates |
|---|---|
| Session 1: Introducing the SIAMS Framework Reflecting on a theologically rooted Christian vision | 9th April 2025 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Click here to book Session 1 |
| Session 2: Monitoring vs impact: Enabling the flourishing of pupils and adults in a Church school. | 14th May 2025 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Click here to book session 2 |
| Session 3: The school curriculum and spiritual development Enabling spiritual flourishing through collective worship | 4th June 2025 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Click here to book session 3 |
| Session 4: Creating a culture where all are treated well. creating an active culture of justice and responsibility. | 25th June 2025 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Click here to book session 4 |
| Session 5: High-quality religious education An effective RE curriculum, reflecting the statement of entitlement. | 15th July 2025 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Click here to book session 5 |
Do I have to attend all 5 sessions?
Each of the 5 sessions will be delivered online through Zoom and will take place from 4:00 until 5:30. The sessions will build upon each other, to grow and develop governors’ knowledge and skills to monitor the impact of the school’s Christian vision. However, governors are welcome to attend selected sessions, and attendance at all 5 is not an expectation.
Are these sessions only for local governors?
These sessions will be delivered with local governors of Church schools in mind. However, as MATS continue to enhance the Christian foundation of Church schools in their trusts, these sessions will be equally beneficial to trustees.
I can’t make these dates, will the sessions be recorded?
The sessions are intended to be interactive and will seek feedback from participants. For this reason, sessions will not be recorded. Further dates will be made available for future sessions, following participant evaluation.
What else is required of me?
Each of the 5 sessions provides an overview of relevant reading and research relating to the focus of the session, therefore there is no need to prepare ahead of the session. All session materials will be circulated to all participants in attendance.
What can I expect in each session
Each session will look at 2 complimentary elements of the SIAMS Framework and a general session will:
- Explore the expectations of the SIAMS Framework
- Review examples of recent SIAMS reports, reflecting on areas of strength and areas for development in our own context
- Consider the recommendations from the annual SIAMS report from the National Director of SIAMS.
- Explore relevant reading and research relating to each session focus
- Consider how to evaluate the impact of the Christian vision in relation to each of these areas.
For any questions, please contact [email protected]
