Lancashire School Improvement Service Guarantee 2026/2027

Lancashire Primary Schools (maintained)

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Trusted Support for Primary School Improvement

The Lancashire School Improvement Service Guarantee (SISG) offers maintained primary schools a comprehensive, responsive and personalised support package designed to strengthen leadership, improve teaching, and raise outcomes for children.

What you Receive

Key Features:.

Named Adviser


Assigned in consultation with the school; experienced former headteachers.

Adviser Days


Five flexible days tailored to school priorities.

All-Year Support


Phone and email access, with cover during adviser absence.

Ofsted Support


Adviser available during inspections, including inspector discussions and feedback.

Emergency Response


Immediate support for critical incidents.

Access to Services


Adviser-coordinated escalation to HR, Finance, Safeguarding, etc.

Leadership Solutions


Support in brokering temporary senior leadership.

Wellbeing Focus


Dedicated attention to staff and leader wellbeing.

Data Tools


Access to LSIP, ‘Closing the Gap’ reports, and governor LSIP.

Forums & Briefings


Free termly Headteacher/Deputy forums, Small School Headteacher Network Meetings, plus SEND, EYFS, and Ofsted briefings.

Resources Access


Exclusive SISG online area with publications and updates.

Moderation & CPD


Free Year 6 writing moderation session; CPD discounts.

Conference Access


Discounted places at “24 Hours in Leadership” conference.

Tailored Support


Bespoke advice and challenge based on school context.

 

Why Schools Choose SISG:

  • Bespoke advice rooted in deep understanding of your school
    • Honest, reflective challenge and support
    • Proven impact on leadership confidence and school improvement
    • Seamless access to wider Lancashire expertise
    • A service that adapts to your needs and is always there when you need it
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Lancashire County Council is the largest provider of School Improvement support in Lancashire.

Our School Improvement Service Guarantee offers an all inclusive package of essential support for primary schools, along with extras only available thanks to our interconnectivity with other Lancashire County Council services.

View the comprehensive list of benefits

Meet our skilled and experienced team

Download our SISG Brochure

Terms and Conditions

We pride ourselves in the honest and
reflective advice we offer

"The SISG offer has been great for myself and our school. Our school adviser has been a critical friend, but also really helped with guiding school progress and pointing us in the right direction for useful resources and collaborating with other schools. The HT forums again have up to date information and resources to support heads, and then take that back to school to ensure best practice and staff CPD. As well as the annual LSIP, the whole package is a supportive and useful resource to ensure you are best placed as a leader to drive improvement and attainment within your school."

Liam Reynolds, Headteacher, John Cross CE Primary School

"I buy into the SISG service for school improvement provided by Lancashire. The service is not only value for money, but invaluable in supporting me in my role as headteacher. My school adviser is someone I wholehearted trust. He knows me as a person and as a leader and goes above and beyond when it comes to help and guidance. My school is all the better for the genuine care and tailored support that is offered to me throughout the year. Set meetings and visits are booked, but I know I can always pick up the phone at any time and he will happily help. The breadth and quality of support is unwavering. I genuinely feel that I have grown in confidence as a leader, and my school has grown in success as a result of this partnership. I honestly would be at a loss without it!"

Danielle Dewhurst, Headteacher,
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School

Continue or Start your Relationship with Lancashire

£3600 for an April 2026 to March 2027 School Improvement Service Guarantee (SISG). If you wish to continue with your SISG then there is no need to do anything, your contract will automatically renew and roll forward.

For a collaboration of two or more schools, the SISG will be arranged with you at a bespoke price.

 

Our senior advisory team are happy to informally discuss your experiences and requirements, so that your package is the perfect fit

Jane Phythian, 07795 812716, jane.phythian@lancashire.gov.uk

Julie Fryer, 07810 252372, julie.fryer@lancashire.gov.uk

General enquiries, 01257 516166, advisory.support@lancashire.gov.uk

"I find the support from SISG and my named adviser to be invaluable, reflecting the needs of school leaders in the everchanging landscape of education. My named adviser knows and understands our school well - its culture, strengths and challenges, and provides tailored guidance that drives real improvement. The regular visits focus on our school agenda; the termly updates from the English, Maths and EYFS team give valuable insight into current developments that help us in turn support and challenge staff; weekly updates ensure that we don't miss anything in the deluge of information we receive from many sources. The team strike the perfect balance of challenge and support, always encouraging us to push boundaries, whilst also being there in times of difficulty to offer wide ranging support and advice."

Stephanie Reeves, Headteacher,
Garstang Community Primary School