Resources
How to build a school CPD programme with impact
Why is the school CPD programme so important? In this guide, we explore how to ensure professional development is effective at improving quality of education.
The Performance Review of Executive Leaders in School Trusts Part 2
The performance review of the school trust CEO or Executive Leader is one of the Board’s most significant responsibilities. It is key to the Board’s leadership of strategy and values, its accountability for educational outcomes and financial health, and supports the development and well-being [...]
ASCL & BlueSky: Appraisal policies, procedures & processes
In the second part of our guidance developed in partnership with the Association of School and College Leaders, we consider the relevant policies, procedures and processes for changing your school or trust’s approach to performance management and appraisal. This paper is the second in [...]
The Performance Review of Executive Leaders in School Trusts
The performance review of the school trust CEO or Executive Leader is one of the Board’s most significant responsibilities. It is key to the Board’s leadership of strategy and values, its accountability for educational outcomes and financial health, and supports the development and well-being [...]
ASCL & BlueSky: Changing approaches to performance management
In many schools, colleges and trusts, the approaches to performance management and appraisal is changing. In this information paper, developed in partnership with the Association of School and College Leaders, we explore the evidence and possible justifications for this change, and outline some of [...]
Essential Steps To Effective Teacher Appraisal
In this guide we explore how school leaders can use teacher appraisal to link objectives to professional development and encourage your staff to engage with school improvement priorities.
Partnership Module Brochure for Trusts and Groups
Download our Partnerships brochure today to learn more about how BlueSky supports trusts and groups of schools to develop their people.
How BlueSky Supports Recruitment in Schools
In this guide, we explore how BlueSky can support all stages of the teacher recruitment process, from application to induction. Our accompanying checklist helps to evaluate your current approach.
How BlueSky supports school staff retention & succession planning
In the continuing teacher recruitment crisis, it is even more important that schools have processes in place to nurture and retain staff. This guide invites leaders to reflect upon current practice in their school, and consider how BlueSky can support retention and succession strategies.
Ensuring Excellence in School Staff Induction
The most valuable asset in any school is its staff: ensuring that you successfully introduce new colleagues into the organisation and their new role within it, is a critical process. In this guide, we outline the key features of an effective induction programme and how BlueSky supports this.
Develop a coaching culture with impact
This eBook guide considers why coaching is important, how schools can develop a coaching culture, and the different ways coaching can be used to impact on the school workforce and improvement.
Download the BlueSky Education brochure
BlueSky is the multi award-winning comprehensive solution that supports school leaders and staff with appraisal, professional development, quality assurance, school evaluation and improvement. BlueSky helps schools and Trusts to elevate outcomes by putting people at the centre of a professional dialogue. Download our brochure today to learn more about how BlueSky Education works and explores our unique features.
