Leadership and Management in Schools
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The leadership and management standard introduced in January 2015 is based on

  • Following a set of guidelines
  • Meeting the well-being needs of pupils
  • Achieving the required outcomes (correct)
  • Implementing specific governance practices

What is the meaning of 'well-being' as mentioned in paragraph (1)(c)?

  • The state of being happy and healthy (correct)
  • The state of being academically successful
  • The state of being obedient and disciplined
  • The state of being socially active

What is the purpose of the leadership and management standard?

  • To promote the well-being of pupils
  • To assess the skills and knowledge of school leaders
  • To ensure consistent compliance with all standards (correct)
  • To dictate how schools should govern themselves

When a school is run by a trust, who is considered to have leadership and management responsibilities in relation to the school?

<p>The trustees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might be a reason for action plans to address steps in relation to members of governing bodies?

<p>Lack of proper oversight of safeguarding (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What evidence gathered by inspectors is usually sufficient to make necessary inspection judgments under the heading of leadership and management?

<p>Evidence gathered in relation to other standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The leadership and management standards should be met

<p>continually (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The leadership and management standard is not met if

<p>the school leaders lack skill or knowledge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Actively promoting well-being in an independent school means

<p>ensuring policies are in line with safeguarding and equality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The leadership and management standard applies to

<p>governing and proprietorial bodies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for meeting the leadership and management standard?

<p>Achieving the required outcomes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the leadership and management standard?

<p>To ensure consistent meeting of other standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of failing to meet any other standard in relation to the leadership and management standard?

<p>It indicates a failure in the school's management structure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may have separate and relevant powers that bear on the governance of schools run by charities?

<p>The Charity Commission (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation might action plans need to address steps in relation to members of governing bodies?

<p>When the trustees have not exercised proper oversight of safeguarding (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might be considered when making inspection judgments under the heading of leadership and management?

<p>Whether the senior management has access to appropriate support and training (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the factors listed in the Children Act 2004 that define well-being in independent schools?

<p>Physical and mental health and emotional well-being; protection from harm and neglect; education, training and recreation; the contribution made by them to society; social and economic well-being. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to prioritize the well-being of pupils over the interests of the institution?

<p>The failure to actively promote the well-being of children. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the leadership and management standard apply to in an independent school?

<p>Members of governing and proprietorial bodies, as well as employees in management positions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be included in an action plan to improve leadership and management in a school?

<p>Further training or new appointments to strengthen leadership and management, or restructuring existing arrangements and senior staff. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the leadership and management standard?

<p>To ensure that the school consistently meets the independent school standards (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'well-being' as mentioned in paragraph (1)(c)?

<p>The overall health and happiness of the pupils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the leadership and management standard considered not met?

<p>When any other standard is not met (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may have separate and relevant powers that bear on the governance of schools run by charities?

<p>The Charity Commission (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might be a reason for action plans to address steps in relation to members of governing bodies?

<p>Lack of proper oversight of safeguarding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What evidence gathered by inspectors is usually sufficient to make necessary inspection judgments under the heading of leadership and management?

<p>Evidence of non-compliance with other standards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a factor that defines well-being in independent schools according to the Children Act 2004?

<p>Physical and mental health and emotional well-being (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to prioritize the well-being of pupils over the interests of the institution?

<p>Potential legal action or regulatory intervention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the leadership and management standard apply to in an independent school?

<p>Anyone with leadership or management responsibilities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might be considered when making inspection judgments under the heading of leadership and management?

<p>The financial stability of the school (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be included in an action plan to improve leadership and management in a school?

<p>Restructuring existing arrangements and senior staff (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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