"The discussions were thought provoking and tackled issues in a solution focused manner. It helped me to reframe my own thinking and I am reinvigorated to go back to my school and to look at issues from a different perspective."
"It was a great opportunity to talk with other colleagues who are facing the same issues in different contexts and to have a network of leaders that I can share ideas with and seek the advice of in future."
"It was refreshing to have a CPD course which focused on the ethical values of a leader and the core purpose of our role, to improve teaching and learning for all."
"Excellent and very, very useful. Enjoyed the residential aspect of it being away from school and therefore in a different head space and this gives the chance to get away from the day-to-day pressures."
"It was inspirational and empowering. A very useful opportunity to reflect, network and strategise."
"Speaking to other Heads and school leaders provided opportunities for reflection on school development priorities, I will ensure that teaching and learning is the bedrock of everything we do. "
"Why are there not more organisations like this? Valuing teaching and getting to the heart of what we all came into the profession for. "
"It has helped me to refine my thinking around next steps in terms of pedagogy at a whole school level and our priorities. It has helped me to clarify my thoughts around social mobility and what works. It has reminded me of the importance of subject training and need to keep encouraging subject leaders to make professional development at the heart of their meetings rather than 'business'. It has reassured me that we are on the right path and need to build on the positives. "
"It has been so inspiring to hear from and talk to so many like minded professionals. I have small takeaways from the conference such as specific technologies recommended by delegates, to much more strategic ideas regarding assessment, marking, ethos and CPD. It has been an excellent event, thank you very much to all involved. "
"The conference gave me time to reflect on approaches to leadership, particularly during these challenging times for education. It has reinforced my belief that quality CPD is essential to develop teachers and that Quality First teaching must remain our top priority in schools. "
"am completely new to PTI and I have found the experience of attending the leadership conference very informative and refreshing. There was plentiful stimulus complemented by purposeful and informative discussion in the break out rooms. This gave food for thought and focus on leading my school over the next 12 months. I'm also inspired to look at a school leadership development project. "
"Many thanks as always for an extremely well put together ,thought-provoking and supportive seminar. I hope to see you in person soon! "
"The speakers were excellent and I have taken away many nuggets generated by their talks and subsequent discussion. I will also be looking at the work they have done and have a new list of books to add to my bookshelf! "
"A thoroughly enjoyable, thought provoking and collaborative opportunity. "
"A great opportunity to stop and reflect, to celebrate achievements and to share ideas with others. "
"It was a high quality event - all sessions and all presenters were well-informed, relevant and thought-provoking. "
"Having the time to discuss the "things that matter" with colleagues from different contexts and varied positions felt extremely valuable."
"This was an inspirational event -I feel that I have learned so much from the speakers and from the other delegates."
"The aims and content were just right and very refreshing. The speakers were excellent and have given lots of pause for thought. The mixture of school and wider speakers was very engaging."
"Really enjoyed having access to such high-profile and engaging presenters who provided really excellent stimulus for discussion."
"The PTI School Leadership Residential has allowed me to focus even more on what we know is right: ethical leadership that promotes excellent subject knowledge is vital to securing a great education for all. The PTI allows me think and reflect."
"The PTI School Leadership Residential provides time away to reflect and network with like-minded professionals. It enables learning through discussion with leaders sharing a plethora of experience from diverse backgrounds to inform action planning in school."
"The PTI School Leadership Residential has facilitated fascinating,thought-provoking discussions which have sought to challenge leaders from a range of schools across the country in a supportive environment."
"The PTI has enabled staff to access quality speakers which has revitalised them and therefore the pupils. It has helped me to develop the school to come together as a team with a shared vision to ensure that our pupils together with our staff learn to be the best that we can be . Thank you! "