Back in July I told you about an Executive Head of three schools.
All three schools are situated in tough areas.
They don’t have a wealthy benefactor giving them money.
Unsurprisingly, they have increased complex needs.
Yet 2 of those schools were judged outstanding in 2024.
The other was rated Good in 2022 – but the head wants the inspectors back in because she knows it’s outstanding.
And there was no hot housing.
No results fiddling.
Just brilliant, passionate education.
Maybe it’s too hard to believe (I thought it was).
But it’s true.
Who is this head?Andrea Parker, and she’s speaking at our annual conference, Outstanding Against the Odds in November.
In fact all the speakers at this year’s conference have amazing stories to share about overcoming obstacles to deliver nothing but the best for their children.
We came into education to make a difference – and these heads can help us all learn how to do that better, no matter what the challenges.
You can check them here:
- Andrea Parker – Executive Headteacher, Bonneville Primary School, achieved outstanding May 2024
- Dave Sammels – Mayflower Primary School, outstanding 3 times since 2017.
- Dawn Titus – St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Primary School, outstanding Jan 2013 and Jan 2024 (and whilst working in an area with high levels of gangs).
- Lucy Mastrocola – Coombe Hill Junior School, outstanding Oct 2023.
- Justin Creasey & Lucie Dawn – Willow Brook Primary School, Outstanding in 2017 and again in 2023.
Outstanding Against the Odds 2024:
Best practice from recently Outstanding Headteachers
Thursday 21st November 2024
1 ticket gives online access to your and your leadership team
https://ukheadsup.com/events/outstanding-against-the-odds/
Tickets £360+VAT
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