We value the relationships we have with our schools and see our role as working alongside them with care and integrity. Our aim is to support schools and adults within them to flourish, so that pupils are well served and can grow academically, spiritually and personally.
Our work is shaped by encouraging confidence and by a deep respect for the distinctive context of each school.
We offer support in:
- Christian distinctiveness and church school identity
- Religious education and collective worship
- Preparation for and response to SIAMS inspection
- School improvement and effectiveness
- Leadership support, including governance
- Admissions advice and statutory guidance
- Bespoke support responding to the needs and circumstances of individual schools
Enhanced Service Plan
Most schools across the Diocese choose to work with us through the Enhanced Service Plan. This sets out the core support we offer as a diocesan education team and provides access to a wider programme of services, training and professional development.
The plan reflects a shared commitment to partnership, open professional dialogue and sustained improvement, rooted in trust and mutual respect. You can read details by clicking below.
Training and resources
Our training and resources are accessed through ESP Online, our online learning platform. This brings together current training opportunities, events and resources, enabling schools to engage in ways that best meet their needs. You can access ESP Online by clicking here.