Below is a helpful guide to the EBEA award for those co-ordinating the process.

September

• Head Teacher signs form indicating commitment to undertaking EBEA award.
• EBP adviser visits school for initial meeting with WRL / EILT co-ordinator.
• Explore Quality Standards Framework.

October/November

• Meet EBEA assessor, other schools undertaking the award and discuss process.
• Make a provisional date for assessor's visit.

November - February

• Prepare Quality Standards Framework - with other members of WRL team, conduct audit and gather portfolio evidence needed.
• Confirm 5 employers/organisations to receive award with you.
  Plan format for assessor's visit:
  • Discuss with EBP
  • Identify 4 focus groups (15 mins each)
  • Check availability of Head, Governor, staff, students.

Early March

• Complete self assessment and submit portfolio.
• Draw up programme for visit - make sure EBP has a copy.
• Brief Head, Governor, staff, business partners, students, parents.

Late March

Assessment half day moderation.

May

Head receives report from assessor.

June

Award presentation and celebration.