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👩‍🏫 How can we make vocabulary learning effective and enjoyable for young learners? Join specialist Bex Adlard as she explores how visually led, topic-based teaching, combined with the games and puzzles children naturally love, helps learners aged 6–10 acquire and retain English vocabulary. 📖 Examine then how vocabulary is processed and stored in long-term memory, emphasizing the role of familiar puzzles and games to unlocking vocabulary retention. Drawing on examples from the Collins 1,000 English Words Activity Books, teachers will leave with a choice of actionable ideas to implement in their classrooms. ✍ The session also addresses the challenge of extending learning beyond the classroom, particularly for learners with limited home support with English. By providing independent, engaging activities, this approach helps bridge the gap between school and home learning.

Wednesday, 9th September and Thursday, 10 September 2026 2.30pm-6.00pm | 2.30pm-5.30pm ONLINE ONLY Join us this September for a timely and practical online conference exploring the opportunities, risks and realities of artificial intelligence in schools. Organised by SecEd and Headteacher Update, the event follows the success of our previous two AI in Schools online conferences, bringing together leading practitioners, researchers and school leaders. It is designed to support educators at every stage of their AI journey – from early exploration to whole-school implementation. Across two focused afternoons, you will gain expert insights, honest reflections and actionable guidance to help you harness AI’s potential while safeguarding your school community. Designed for school leaders, teachers and education professionals, the conference will offer practical guidance, informed debate and real-world insights to support confident, responsible use of AI in schools. Don't miss this chance to shape how your school uses AI. Whether you are shaping strategy, refining classroom practice or supporting staff development, this conference will equip you with the knowledge, confidence and tools to lead effectively in an AI-enabled world. Who should attend? Senior leaders Colleagues with responsibility for teaching and learning Teachers Leaders of CPD Middle leaders Teaching assistants

Facilitated by Helen Morgan The ECIS Global Pedagogy Certificate in Relational and Restorative Practices invites educators working in international settings to explore how relational and restorative approaches can transform classroom culture and strengthen community. With a focus on building strong, respectful relationships, this session offers practical tools for creating inclusive environments where every student feels a sense of belonging, connection, and value. Rather than managing behaviour through control, participants will explore how to respond to challenges with curiosity, care, and consistency by fostering accountability, empathy, and mutual respect. Grounded in global pedagogy and informed by research, the course ignites reflection on the role of identity, language, and culture in relational dynamics. Through reflective dialogue and hands-on strategies, educators will leave with a strengthened relational toolkit and a clearer vision for cultivating trust and inclusion in their context. Session 1: Turning Up the Volume on Relationships Session 2: Restorative Practice: Repairing and Restoring Relationships Session 3: Building Your Behaviour and Relationships Toolkit

Come along to this 4-part live webinar CPD where you will be supported in everything you need to deliver effective maths leadership. Audience: School leaders Subject: Primary maths Topics: Analysis and use of assessments, Knowledge of the curriculum, Knowledge of your subject field, School leadership, Student assessment practices Are you new to the role of maths leader? Do you want to have a meaningful impact but aren’t sure where to start? Come along to this 4-part live webinar CPD where you will be supported in everything you need to deliver effective maths leadership. Session 1 – Identifying change Thursday 10 September 2026, 3:45pm – 4:45pm We will start by exploring the role of the maths leader and provide strategies to effectively support and address your school's unique needs. This session will guide you through the process of identifying those needs, ensuring you are equipped to drive meaningful change and enhance mathematical learning within your school. Session 2 – Action planning and implementing change Thursday 8 October 2026, 3:45pm – 4:45pm In this session, we will map out effective strategies for driving necessary change, set realistic targets, and address potential barriers. Gain practical insights and tools to ensure successful implementation and foster a culture of continuous improvement in maths education at your school. Session 3 – Planning a staff meeting Thursday 12 Novemver 2026, 3:45pm – 4:45pm What does an effective maths staff meeting look like? We will support you in designing CPD tailored to the specific needs of your school. Session 4 – Monitoring and driving forward Thursday 28 January 2027, 3:45pm – 4:45pm Evaluate the impact of your staff meeting and identify the next steps for continued improvement. In this session, we will explore methods to continuously enhance the teaching and learning of maths through a cycle of effective leadership. Learn how to sustain progress and drive ongoing success in your school's maths program. Purchasing via Webinar Tokens? This session costs 20 tokens per ticket, please follow the link below to book your tickets now https://forms.monday.com/forms/db48eeb6d0df94f13c5e3575e33312e4?r=euc1 THIS WEBINAR IS A LIVE EVENT AND WILL NOT BE RECORDED. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE A BOOKING ON THE BASIS OF VIEWING THE SESSION LATER AS THIS IS NOT POSSIBLE.

The government’s latest NEET data shows that the number of young people not in education, employment, and training is up. Over 800,000 16 to 24-year-olds were NEET which is around 3,000 more than a year earlier. Whilst the annual figures represent a 0.3 percentage point fall – down from 13.6% in 2024 to 13.3% last year - this still equates to more than one in eight young people and is up one third since the pandemic. This matters because studies have shown that time spent NEET can have a detrimental effect on physical and mental health, and increase the likelihood of unemployment, low wages, or low quality of work later on in life.  Research shows the origins to becoming NEET go back to secondary school and the transition into post-16 learning. Further, studies have shown that young people without qualifications are twice as likely to be NEET compared to peers qualified to GCSE level and above. Young people who exit education at 16 infrequently return to education to take higher qualifications - and without them, the risk of NEET doubles. Young people who are struggling at school are at significant risk of becoming NEET later on. So, what can secondary schools and local authorities do to prevent young people from becoming NEET?  In this half day masterclass, education expert Matt Bromley will explore the link between disengagement, absenteeism, and NEET - offering strategies for school leaders and teachers to foster a better sense of belonging in school, including for those who face additional challenges such as being disadvantaged or having SEND, so that young people attend, engage, and make progress at school, and are helped to find suitable future pathways post-16.

Join Marie Thornby, Head of Pedagogy at Kapow Primary , for a practical webinar exploring what adaptive teaching looks like in everyday international classroom practice. International classrooms bring together pupils with diverse languages, backgrounds, prior experiences and learning needs. Drawing on evidence-informed guidance and real classroom examples, Marie will share practical strategies to help teachers identify barriers to learning, respond to pupils' needs and create ambitious, inclusive lessons that keep the whole class learning together, without increasing workload or lowering expectations. Learning outcomes: Understand what adaptive teaching is and how it differs from differentiation. Explore the evidence base that underpins effective adaptive teaching. Discover simple, practical strategies to adapt teaching, resources and support for learners with diverse backgrounds, experiences and learning needs. Explore real classroom examples, including how Kapow Primary integrates adaptive teaching guidance and opportunities throughout the curriculum. Understand how adaptive teaching can help all pupils to access the same ambitious curriculum and work successfully towards shared learning objectives.

Led by Maria Navarro, former Senior Specialist Adviser at Ofsted, key architect in the development of the renewed inspection framework, this series examines the critical stages of an Ofsted inspection under the renewed framework, including the revisions in place from September 2026. This is a comprehensive series across 3 events. From the notification call and planning week through inspection activity and post‑inspection outcomes, it explores how decisions, evidence‑gathering, and professional judgement at each stage shape direction, impact, and final judgements. In our third session we will delve into Ofsted's post-inspection process under the renewed framework. This session will cover: Implications for providers receiving “Needs Attention” or “Urgent Improvement” grades. Understanding Ofsted's contact with providers post inspection. Delving into the new monitoring inspection and re-grading profile process. Starting the preparation process for monitoring inspection. Opportunities for delegates to ask questions throughout the session. Delegates will gain: Ability to confidently navigate Ofsted’s changes to the post-inspection process. Understanding of how to maintain productive contact with inspectors post inspection. Clear insights into the new monitoring inspection and re-grading process. Knowledge in how to start planning improvement strategies in readiness for the monitoring inspection. This session is aimed at nominees, shadow nominees, senior leaders and managers who might take part in the inspection planning call or represent the provision during the inspection, including quality managers.

Join us for a free introduction to our new A Level Psychology (H569), now accredited and ready for teaching from September 2027. Hosted by our expert subject advisor, this session will focus on: - the highlights of our specification and assessments, including what’s new - the benefits of our qualification for you and your students - the support and resources available to help you teach with confidence. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. Please contact CustomerDevelopment@cambridge.org with any questions ahead of the event or if you have any problems joining on the day. We look forward to seeing you there!

Get a sneak peek into the future of education with AIFE Live, a free live-stream series leading up to the AI and the Future of Education Conferences in Dubai! Thinking about joining the International School Teacher Leadership Certificate (ISTLC) but want to hear firsthand what the experience is really like? Join us for a live panel conversation with the ISTLC program facilitator - Warren Apel and other members of the ISTLC Advisory Board they share their journeys, the importance of the ISTLC program, and the impact that it will make on your career. Discover how ISTLC supports educators in developing the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to lead meaningful change in their schools and communities. Whether you're an aspiring leader, a current middle leader, or simply curious about the program, this session is your opportunity to ask questions, gain insights, and explore whether ISTLC is the right next step in your professional learning journey.

Join us for the third session in our literacy leaders series with Alex Quigley. Leading literacy continues to be complex and fast moving. Leaders are working within a shifting context of national policy development, curriculum and assessment change, and the introduction of a new Ofsted framework. Alongside this, literacy habits beyond school are evolving and influencing learners in new ways.  This exclusive twilight series with literacy expert Alex Quigley provides space to explore these challenges in depth, alongside practical approaches and school and trust level strategies that strengthen literacy leadership over time. Each session includes: Focused input from Alex Quigley Provocation and discussion points linked to current national context Opportunities for professional dialogue and shared practice across settings Time for questions and reflection The sessions are designed with literacy leadership at the centre, while remaining strongly relevant to classroom practice across phases and settings.

Changes in higher education, academic and financial pressures, uncertainty, and an unpredictable job market are intensifying pressures on students, making mental health and wellbeing more critical than ever. Despite growing awareness, NHS mental health services remain under immense pressure, leading to additional strain on Higher Education Providers (HEPs) (Department for Education, 2026). A multi-agency reformed approach is crucial to confront mental health challenges and prioritise effective care pathways from early intervention to crisis, otherwise risking worsening student wellbeing, and fragmented support. With major UK reforms underway to address student mental health, it is essential that student support teams stay informed about government initiatives to avoid unsustainable or outdated practices. Now is the time to align strategies, build sustainable partnerships and ensure students have access to the right care and the right support. The Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference 2026 examines the latest government initiatives tackling the rising challenge of student mental health and explores the obstacles faced by service providers at leading universities. It highlights practical solutions for delivering effective support and offers clear guidance on next steps to strengthen student support pathways.

Join us for a free introduction to our new A Level Psychology (H569), now accredited and ready for teaching from September 2027. Hosted by our expert subject advisor, this session will focus on: - the highlights of our specification and assessments, including what’s new - the benefits of our qualification for you and your students - the support and resources available to help you teach with confidence. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. Please contact CustomerDevelopment@cambridge.org with any questions ahead of the event or if you have any problems joining on the day. We look forward to seeing you there!