This is not generic national content—it's tailored, relevant, and grounded in the real experiences of your local school community.

Why Choose This Training?

Watch at your convenience.

No need to coordinate calendars or wait for scheduled sessions. Governors can engage with the training individually or as a board, at a time that suits them.

Access anytime, anywhere

Perfect for busy governors balancing multiple commitments. View the material on any device, whether you're at home, at work, or on the move.

Tailored to Buckinghamshire priorities

The session aligns with:

• Local governance expectations
• Buckinghamshire school improvement priorities
• Real-world experiences from local leaders who participated in the Ofsted pilot
• Clear examples relevant to the county’s current context

You’ll gain practical, applicable knowledge that mirrors the challenges and opportunities facing Buckinghamshire governing boards today.

Choose the Follow-Up Option That Works Best for Your Governing Board

After viewing the training, select the support method that fits your board’s needs and schedule:

Join a live Q&A session

Participate in an interactive session led by a Buckinghamshire School Improvement Advisor (SIA). This is a great opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and explore how the insights apply to your school’s context.

Email your questions

Once all governors have watched the session, you may submit questions via email. An SIA will provide detailed written responses, perfect for boards who prefer flexible, asynchronous support.

Why This Training Matters for Buckinghamshire Schools

Local expertise that reflects Buckinghamshire priorities

The content is developed by people who understand the local authority, local governance structures, and the unique challenges and strengths of Buckinghamshire’s schools.

Flexible and cost‑effective

Boards can access high‑quality training without the scheduling pressures or additional costs associated with in‑person sessions.

Grounded in real Ofsted experiences

Hear directly from local schools that took part in the Ofsted pilot - receiving practical, honest insights into what works, what to expect, and how boards can best prepare.

Price:

Just £99 per governing board for full access to the recorded session and follow-up options.

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How to Access Your Training After Purchase

1. Purchase the product through our online shop
   Complete your order as normal on the BESST online shop.
2. A member of the BESST team will contact you
   Once your purchase has been processed, a member of our team will get in touch to confirm the details of your governing board.
3. We will arrange access to the training
   The BESST team will then arrange for the private training link to be sent directly to your governing board.
4. About the private video link
• The video is private and can only be viewed by people you explicitly invite.
• Login is required: Invited viewers must sign in using the specific Google account you authorised for access.
• This ensures the training is secure and viewable only by your governing board.
5. Need help?
   If you have any issues accessing the video or need to update the list of authorised viewers, simply contact the BESST team and we’ll be happy to support you.