1. Alsop High School Technology College and Vocational Specialist School
Mr. Phil Jamieson
Headteacher

2. Context
Mixed, Community, Comprehensive School, (very popular, heavily over-subscribed)
1720 on roll – 240 in the Sixth Form
Dual Specialist Status
High Performing Specialist School
Part of North Liverpool Central Collaborative for Post 16 Provision

3. Context 44% of students on free school meals
40% of students on SEN register (42 statemented students)
Attainment on entry is well below national averages
Tests prove below average reading ages and weak literacy skills

4. Culture Clear aims and a simple vision statement
Good staff-pupil relationships
Quality staff appointments (teaching and non-teaching)
Reduced class sizes
Emphasis on teaching and learning
Strength of pastoral structure
Clear rules and procedures
Numerous extra curricular activities
Excellent links with primary schools
Innovative curriculum
Strong parental support

5. ‘Good, with outstanding features’
The OFSTED Experience
Previous Ofsted in 2004
‘Good, with outstanding features’
Importance of preparation
Self-Evaluation Form
School Development Plan and Departmental Development Plan
Data and Documentation
Positive Approach

6. The OFSTED Experience Pre-Inspection Briefing Management of the Day(s)
Additional Positive Information
Constructive Challenge
Team Ethos
Importance of Students
EVERY CHILD DOES MATTER