Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Prisons
How effective are leadership and management in raising achievement and supporting all learners?

In effective self-assessment, the effectiveness of leadership and management is evaluated by the extent to which...

5.12efficient and effective use is made of resources.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the prisons context means...

5.12.1resources are continually monitored and updated, within the constraints of prison budgets, to meet new standards and take part in initiatives.
5.12.2the deployment of resources is carefully monitored to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
5.12.3teachers use learning materials, resources and teaching styles designed to meet the individual needs of each learner and that are appropriate to the prison environment.
5.12.4the provider aims to provide education in an appropriate venue and at a time that is convenient for and appropriate to learners, in collaboration with other prison departments.
5.12.5there are systems in place to ensure that all materials used are appropriate to prisoners' needs.
5.12.6resources and materials positively promote diversity.

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