Lead an honest self-study
Set up a manageable structure, write self-evaluation that visitors trust and turn findings into a focused action plan.
Online course · Accreditation · 12-hour certificate of completion
Accreditation Readiness
Turn accreditation into real school improvement. A practical, self-paced course for principals, deputy heads and accreditation co-ordinators. Lead an honest self-study, build an evidence base that shows real impact and host a visiting team with confidence. 19 lessons, a practical task in every lesson and a 12-hour certificate. Includes free access to the Northbeam Leaders’ Circle community.
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What you will gain
By the end of the course
Evidence that shows impact
Curate a small, organised evidence base and present data that tells a clear story about learning.
A calm, confident visit
Prepare staff, students, parents and governors, host the team well and turn recommendations into lasting improvement.
Who it is for
Is this course for you?
This course is for you if your school is preparing for accreditation or re-accreditation, if you have been asked to co-ordinate a self-study, or if you want the process to drive real improvement rather than paperwork. You will finish with a timeline, an evidence structure and a one-page Accreditation Readiness Plan.
What you get
- 5 chapters of short lessons, at your own pace
- A certificate for 12 hours of professional development when you finish
- A Participant Workbook (your Leadership Journal) and a guide to the research behind each module, both to download
- Free access to the Leaders’ Circle, our online community for school leaders
- Watch on any device, whenever suits you
$75
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Curriculum
What you will learn
5 chapters · 20 lessons and activities
Chapter 1: How Accreditation Works
- Welcome and How This Course Works
- What Accreditation Is For
- The Accreditation Cycle at a Glance
- Understanding the Standards
Chapter 2: Leading the Self-Study
- Setting Up the Self-Study Team
- Reviewing Your Mission and Guiding Statements
- Writing Honest Self-Evaluation
- Turning Findings into an Action Plan
Chapter 3: Gathering the Evidence
- What Counts as Evidence
- Organising an Evidence Base
- Data That Tells a Story
- Safeguarding, Compliance and the Non-Negotiables
Chapter 4: Preparing Your Community
- Engaging Staff Without Overload
- Involving Students, Parents and Governors
- Rehearsing Without Performing
Chapter 5: The Visit and Beyond
- Hosting the Visiting Team
- Interviews, Observations and Exit Reports
- Acting on Recommendations and Staying Ready
- Knowledge Check
- After the Visit: Your Readiness Plan and Certificate
Your course leader
Why I made this course
I’m Jacques Tredoux. I’ve worked in schools for more than twenty years, led schools in three countries and chaired international accreditation visiting teams. Too many good teachers are promoted into leadership and left to work it out alone. I built this course from real situations in real schools, so every lesson gives you something you can use on Monday.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How does the course work?
It is a self-paced online course on our learning platform. You can start straight away and work through the 5 chapters at a pace that suits you, on a laptop, tablet or phone.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. When you finish, you receive a certificate for 12 hours of professional development to add to your CPD record.
Can I try it before I buy?
Yes. Watch the trailer at the top of this page, or download our free sample lesson to see how a Northbeam lesson works.
Can I buy it for my team?
Yes. School licences give a group of staff the same course with one invoice and a certificate for each person. See our school licences page or contact us for a quote.
What if it is not right for me?
Email us within 14 days of buying and we will refund you in full.
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