"Our SIP has been extremely supportive and helped us to clarify the way forward for out school improvement targets. He visits are inspiring and invigorating for the whole SLT."

Hilary Buckland, Deputy Headteacher, Monteagle Primary

"Valence is very pleased to have had you as our SIP. As always, your professional support, expertise and pedagogical guidance, has been invaluable. 

Both Janice and I have been able to explore pertinent lines of curriculum-based inquiry, which has strengthened and challenged existing professional practice, timely and positively. 

In a safe, non-threatening manner, you have guided us. We thank you for the support and we know we can always come to you for any further advice, or signposting."

Lorraine Williams, Senior Deputy Head, Valence Primary

"Thank you very much for your exceptionally productive visits. Your comments, expertise and suggestions for next steps are very valuable. I am pleased that you were able to come into school – it is a pleasure to work with you. My staff have been very complimentary, and they value your insight and coaching."

Grant Krog, Headteacher, The Leys Primary

"It has been really beneficial receiving support on the SEN recovery plan. For all SENCos, this was new after the pandemic. Your support allowed us to return to school successfully, so it was really useful. You have also connected me with several people who have guided me and supported the writing of various policies for the website, ensuring they are the best they can be."

Jade Beech, SENCo, St Margaret’s Primary School

"I genuinely loved being there. Everyone in the Registration Office was nice, friendly, welcoming and absolutely amazing. Even though the week was long and full of all sorts of unexpected things, everyone was really supportive and forgiving and even help me correct my mistakes. I learnt a lot"

WEX student placed at the LBBD Register Office

"The WEX student is an absolute star. He turns up early ready for work, is well presented and polite. He’s eager to learn and asks questions. To be honest, he’s a model student and we have all absolutely enjoyed hosting him"

Alison Cornack, Social Value Lead, Jerrum Falkus

"The impact of CPD has been excellent for me and the inclusion team. It has also rippled through the teaching and support staff across the school. My positive experience is something I am personally very grateful for. All the training, discussions and support were given in a positive way. I never felt judged, always encouraged, guided, (and sometimes cajoled). Well done BDSIP!"

Dawn Jones, George Carey Church of England Primary School, SENCo

"Firstly, can I say a huge thank you for all the help, advice and support you have provided us with what has been a momentous turning point in my school. The discussions and reflections that have come about as a result of me feeding back from your conferences and networking events have been astounding; long may it continue for the change and benefit of the children."

Rhianna Peters, Year 5 and 6 Phase Leader, Parsloes Primary School

"I attended one of the Careers Events which was a STEM workshop organised by Rosalind and her team and I was blown away by the richness of the event. There was a variety of STEM industry professionals who volunteered their time to facilitate the workshops. The take-up by various schools was impressive. It was so well organised and was inspirational even for me as an adult. The offer to our schools by Rosalind’s team is outstanding and I just wanted to share my reflections."

Angelina Ikeako, Deputy Headteacher, Aspire Virtual School, LBBD, Education Core