Permission is being sought to commission an
external organisation to fulfil the specialist role of supporting
schools to review and analyse data at key points across the primary
phases, Early Years Foundation Stage Profile (EYFSP) and Key Stage
1 (KS1). This will include the facilitation of moderation
activities to ensure consistency and accuracy in teacher assessment
judgements across Oldham. In addition, the provider will deliver
training and support to schools, focusing on key priorities
identified through the 2025 national data submissions.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 04/09/2025
Decision due: 27 Jun 2025 by Director of Education and Early Years
Lead member: Cabinet Member - Children and Young People
Contact: Emma Bennett, Learning Development Officer Email: schoolsandsettingsworktray@oldham.gov.uk Email: Emma.Bennett@oldham.gov.uk.
Consultation process
This report seeks approval to proceed with
Option 1: initiating an open quotation process to identify and
commission an external organisation with the requisite expertise to
provide specialist support in data analysis, moderation, and
training across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key
Stage 1 (KS1).
The proposed commission will be for an initial period of one year,
with the option to extend for a further year, subject to
performance and continued need.
The total funding is fully funded through the School Improvement
service as part of the de-delegated Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG).
This funding is already accounted for in the FY25/26 budget.