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Adaptive Teaching and the Graduated Approach
This programme is designed to empower educators with the knowledge and skills to enhance their teaching practices and create dynamic learning environments. This comprehensive training comprises two in-person training days and three webinars, offering a flexible and accessible approach to professional development.
The training curriculum places a strong emphasis on understanding the evidence that supports adaptive teaching. Participants will explore the latest research and theories in education, gaining insights into effective instructional strategies and pedagogical approaches. Through engaging with evidence, educators will develop a deeper understanding of the impact of adaptive teaching on student learning outcomes, teaching the necessary tools and knowledge to implement adaptive teaching strategies effectively.
This course is suitable for Primary and Secondary school:
- Senior Leaders
- Middle Leaders
- Classroom Teachers
Dates
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Monday 19th February 9.00am - 4.00pm (lunch included) // face to face at the Tomlinson Centre
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Wednesday 28th February 4.30 - 5.30pm // online
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Wednesday 6th March 4.30 - 5.30pm // online
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Tuesday 19th March 4.30 - 5.30pm // online
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Monday 15th April 9.00 - 4.00pm (lunch included) // face to face at the Tomlinson Centre
Key areas of the programme include:
- Graduated Approach - using today’s landscape of increasingly complex needs, the graduated approach will be considered and how it can be used to provide increasingly tailored support to meet the needs of complex learners using ‘detective’ skills and the spiral of enquiry.
- Special Educational Needs in mainstream - educators will explore and actively engage in the five evidence based recommendations to support children with SEND, providing school leaders with a starting point to review current approaches and practical ideas for implementation.
- Making best use of Teaching Assistants - educators will look at evidence based guidance to make the best use of Teaching Assistants. Recommendations are based on the latest research examining the use of TAs in the classroom.
Facilitators
Margaret Mulholland is a specialist in inclusivity and Special Educational Needs. She is advisor on SEND policy for the Association of School and College Leaders and has recently worked as Whole School SEND Project Director leading an evaluation for the Education Endowment Foundation. A leading advocate for the role SEND settings play in improving understanding of inclusive teaching and learning, Margaret brings over 20 years experience of innovation and practice. She spent seven years as Director of Development & Research at a leading Special School and thirteen years at the Institute of Education, where she was responsible for innovative employment based routes to QTS, PGCE secondary partnerships and led a leadership exchange programme as part of London Challenge. Margaret is an Honorary Norham Fellow at the University of Oxford. She also writes a column on research and inclusivity for the Times Educational Supplement.
Sophie Dickin is an Advisory Teacher for Gloucestershire County Council, providing support to schools in the development of their services for children with communication and interaction needs. With a background in psychology and inclusion, along with extensive experience in various educational roles, Sophie is dedicated to improving the educational journey and outcomes for young people, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Having served in roles ranging from teacher to SENCo, Senior Leader, and SEN Consultant, Sophie has developed a comprehensive understanding and approach to education, with a specific focus on inclusive practices. In her capacity as a Specialist Leader of Education for Inclusion, Sophie spearheaded a research project aimed at enhancing outcomes and engagement for complex learners in a mainstream setting. This initiative drew upon current research in adaptive teaching and prioritised the establishment of sustainable systems, processes, and policies. Taking a holistic approach, the project involved examining school structures, practices, and processes to better address the needs of children with complex requirements, fostering more flexible approaches. The outcome of this endeavour included heightened engagement and empowerment among involved staff, improved standards and achievement for the target pupils, and enhanced progress for all learners within the class.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£660.00
(incl. VAT)Alex Bedford: Pupil Book Study
Pupil Book Study is a window into the lived experience of pupils, as opposed to just the observed experience. It is also a mirror in which to reflect professional practice and identify what helps learning, and what hinders it by outlining clear and coherent structures in which to talk with pupils and look at their books.
Alex Bedford, author of “Pupil Book Study: An Evidence-Informed Guide to Help Quality Assure the Curriculum” will lead three sessions infused with cognitive science research and evidence-informed practice.
"It became apparent to me throughout my years in education that the most obvious thing we don’t do as teachers is the very thing we should be doing more of – talking to pupils with their books. The question was how to do that without feeling overwhelmed, underprepared and wasting valuable time asking questions that lack structure and impact. This is how Pupil Book Study began, with the need for a systematic toolkit that enables leaders and teachers to focus on evaluating their curriculum, teaching and learning in a precise, evidence-rich environment." Alex Bedford
- To understand the cognitive and neuroscience research that underpins Pupil Book Study.
- To know what Pupil Book Study is and how to implement it in school.
- Participants will have an enhanced understanding of PBS quality assurance methods to work out what helps and what hinders teaching and learning through the curriculum.
- Participants will have a toolkit to identify professional growth opportunities that are evidence-led and research focused.
Tuesday 23 January 2024 – Foundations of Pupil Book Study
Tuesday 30 January 2024 – Inner Workings of Pupil Book Study
Tuesday 6 February 2024 – Implementing Pupil Book Study
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£78.00
(incl. VAT)Communication and language in EYFS for Support staff
Join Primary Advantage as they offer 45 minute training over the course of 9 sessions to build and develop core skills in communication and language for support staff. Following the EYFS framework, having a large vocabulary helps children learn more. Words allow them to make sense of the world around them.
"Through conversation, story-telling and role play, where children share their ideas with support and modelling from their teacher, and sensitive questioning that invites them to elaborate, children become comfortable using a rich range of vocabulary and language structures." (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2; page 8)
Communication and language is a EYFS prime area which means that it’s one of the important building blocks for all the other areas. If it’s not developed early it’s difficult to achieve later.
The role that support staff play in this area is vital to the development of the children in their care. Boost their role with concise EYFS-aligned communication training today.
Aims of the project:
- Practitioner Knowledge: increase in knowledge about approaches to language development; improvement in staff skills in listening and responding to children by establishing episodes of joint attention and holding meaningful conversations increased knowledge about how to engage children in stimulating conversation; increase knowledge of accurate self-assessment
- Practitioner Practice: increase length of interactions with a child;increase the frequency of episodes of joint attention with the children; increase use of descriptive comments (rather than asking questions); increase in use of extending words; increase the use of expressive language; more accurate assessment of the children; increase in confidence during interactions with children
- Outcomes for children: increase in vocabulary; increase in the amount children say; increase in opportunities to have 1:1 and small group conversations; increase in complexity of conversation
| Date | Time | Venue |
| Wednesday, 18 Oct 2023 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 8 Nov 2023 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 22 Nov 2023 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 6 Dec 2023 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 17 Jan 2024 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 31 Jan 2024 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 21 Feb 2024 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday, 6 Mar 2024 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
| Wednesday 13 Mar 2024 | 2.30pm - 3.15pm | Online |
Trainer Bio:
Daniela Rader is Deputy Head at De Beauvoir Primary School and an experienced Early Years leader and practitioner, as well as having extensive experience with SEND in young children. She is the Early Years leader for the Primary Advantage Federation.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Early Years
- Included in package:
- Primary
£378.00
(incl. VAT)Good Practice in Year 2 Moderation of Maths and Literacy
- To gain a clear understanding of good practice in Year 2 for Reading, Writing and Maths
- To review both the non-statutory exemplification materials and the Teacher Assessment Frameworks to support Reading, Writing and Maths
- To share best practice with colleagues
This training is suitable for:
- Year 2 teachers new to the profession
- Experienced Year 2 teachers
Facilitators: Kathleen O'Connor, Rosie Condon, Emma Burton, Claire Tregear
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£177.60
(incl. VAT)Hackney Local Agreed Religious Education Syllabus
Launch of the Hackney Local Agreed Religious Education Syllabus
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 4-6 p.m. at The Tomlinson Centre
Please join us for the New Local Agreed Syllabus launch event. This celebration marks the official launch of the new RE syllabus, which will be required of all Hackney schools starting in September 2024.
The celebration will begin with a performance by the choirs of St. John the Baptist and St. Paul's with St. Michael's School.
There will be a chance to hear from SACRE members who represent the diversity of Hackney communities by sharing a variety of religious and worldview perspectives.
The new Local Agreed Syllabus will be shared with attendees ahead of the training sessions in the summer term:
- Primary LAS training: Friday 3rd May 1-3pm at The Tomlinson Centre. Claire Clinton, Lead director of RE Hubs, Newham RE Advisor will join us for this session.
- Secondary LAS training Monday 29th April 4-6pm at The Tomlinson Centre
Please email Claire Ramalli, SACRE/RE Advisor ahead of the launch with any queries claire.ramalli@hackney.gov.uk
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
HR insights for Senior Leaders, Middle Leaders and School Business Managers
1st Session - 9th November 2023:
- Disciplinary and grievance: This session is designed to help school leaders conduct an appropriate investigation and disciplinary hearing, and understand the different sanctions that employees may be given. We will look into our policy to explore best practice and ensure procedures are fair, and consistent. You will also understand what happens when an employee raises a grievance, how to investigate and the appeals process.
2nd Session - 29th February 2024:
- Managing Organisational change and restructures: This session will give managers the tools to help lead employees through transitional periods. We will explore, through our policy, the restructuring process from beginning to end looking at effective planning, consultation, selection criteria and achieving the final outcome whilst working sensitively and within the law.
3rd Session - 6th June 2024:
- Managing Sickness Absence: This session is for school leaders and line managers to support them to handle sickness absence in the most effective way. You will learn how to manage long term and short term absences and gain an understanding of our policy. Understand your role as manager and the obligations of the employee. We will also discuss effective return to work procedures and reasonable adjustments.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
- Included in package:
- Primary
KS2 Writing Moderation for Leaders
This training session will use the Standards and Testing Agency (STA) KS2 Moderators Training materials to enhance current practice in moderating writing to improve leaders’ understanding of the 2024 - 2025 KS2 Moderators Training and the TAFs.
Course objectives
- To strengthen our understanding of the differences between each of the 3 national standards for English writing for Year 6.
This training is suitable for:
- Year 6 teachers
- Assessment leads
- Middle Leaders
- Deputy Heads
- Headteachers.
Trained KS2 moderators do not need to attend.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£177.60
(incl. VAT)Language for Leaders Programme: Middle Leadership Training
| Session | Overview | Content Summary |
| Session 1 |
Leading by example and evaluating |
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| Session 2 |
Undertaking identified support and |
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| Session 3 | Making sure that impact is sustained |
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Dates
Session 1: Thursday, 12th October
Session 2: Thursday, 25th January
Session 3: Thursday 27th June
Facilitator: Rachel Davie, Viridis Schools
Most suitable for: Established Phase Leaders, Assistant Headteachers, new to role Deputy
Headteachers
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£324.00
(incl. VAT)Moderation of writing in Year 2: securing judgements for borderline pupils
Course overview
This practical session is designed to support teachers identify and secure the standards in writing for their children. Some children demonstrate the statements within writing but at times teachers are not sure if the evidence shows this securely.
Course objectives
- To secure a judgement for the pupils writing.
- To provide ideas on how to find and address gaps in children’s learning.
Course requirements
Teachers must bring children's books for writing to the session (1 of each standard) WTS/EXS/GDS.
Who should attend?
Year 2 teachers and is suitable for both experienced teachers and those new to the profession.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£108.00
(incl. VAT)Moderation of Writing in Year 6
This practical session is to explore and understand the standards in Year 6 and to work with colleagues on moderating pupils work in writing.
Course objectives:
- To understand the TAF statements and overall standards in Year 6 writing.
- To gain opportunities to work with colleagues to moderate judgements in writing referencing national standard guidance (training and practical session).
This training is suitable for:
- Year 6 teachers new to the profession
- Experienced year 6 teachers
Facilitators: Claire Tregear
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£177.60
(incl. VAT)Moderation of writing in Year 6: securing judgements for borderline pupils
Course overview
This practical session is designed to support teachers identify and secure the standards in writing for their children. Some children demonstrate the statements within writing but at times teachers are not sure if the evidence shows this securely.
Course objectives
- To secure a judgement for the pupils writing.
- To provide ideas on how to find and address gaps in children’s learning.
Course requirements
Teachers must bring children's books for writing to the session (1 of each standard) WTS/EXS/GDS.
Who should attend?
Year 6 teachers and is suitable for both experienced teachers and those new to the profession.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£108.00
(incl. VAT)Phonics screening check: the administration explained
This course is aimed at teachers or senior leaders who are planning to implement the year 2 Phonics check.
Course objectives:
- This course provides a guide to the administration, planning and organisation of the check.
- This course will enable you to access key documentation and updates so that you are fully aware of the implementation requirements.
This training is suitable for:
- Year 2 teachers
- Teaching assistants
- Those responsible for planning to implement the year 2 Phonics check.
This course is free for Hackney schools. Non-Hackney schools have to pay £45 + VAT pp.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£0.00
(incl. VAT)Primary to Secondary Spanish Learning Conference
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
- Included in package:
- Primary
Sharing Good Practice in Promoting Intercultural Understanding in the Four Language Skills
The promotion of intercultural understanding in the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing is crucial in today's globalized world. Sharing good practices in this area can contribute to fostering open-mindedness, empathy, and effective communication across cultures. Here is a summary of key strategies for promoting intercultural understanding in each of the language skills:
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Listening: Encouraging active listening skills while exposing learners to a variety of authentic materials from different cultures helps develop intercultural understanding. Incorporating podcasts, interviews, and speeches from diverse sources can expose learners to different accents, perspectives, and cultural contexts, enhancing their ability to empathize and understand diverse viewpoints.
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Speaking: Creating opportunities for learners to engage in meaningful and authentic conversations with individuals from different cultural backgrounds is essential. Collaborative projects, language exchanges, and multicultural discussion groups can facilitate dialogue and promote intercultural understanding through direct interactions. Encouraging learners to share personal experiences and cultural traditions helps foster empathy and appreciation for diversity.
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Reading: Integrating culturally diverse texts, literature, and news articles into the curriculum allows learners to explore different perspectives and gain insights into various cultures. Discussions around cultural themes and comparisons between different cultural practices can help learners develop critical thinking skills and broaden their intercultural awareness. Providing a range of reading materials from different cultures also promotes inclusivity and representation.
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Writing: Assigning writing tasks that encourage learners to reflect on their own cultural backgrounds while engaging with other cultures can enhance intercultural understanding. Journaling, reflective essays, and intercultural exchanges through email or online platforms enable learners to articulate their thoughts and engage in cross-cultural dialogue. Peer feedback and revision processes can further deepen their understanding and respect for diverse cultural perspectives.
In sharing good practices, educators and language instructors can exchange ideas, resources, and experiences to enhance their teaching methods. It is essential to create an inclusive and respectful learning environment that celebrates cultural diversity and promotes intercultural understanding in all language skills.
Suitable for Primary and Secondary MFL coordinators.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£108.00
(incl. VAT)Structured Conversations: how to discuss children’s learning and needs
- Having a framework to guide conversations;
- A set of tools and techniques to use in communicating with parents and carers (including target setting and gaining parent/ carer support);
- And for senior leaders, an opportunity to develop a whole school approach in working in partnership with parents and carers.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
- Included in package:
- Primary
Supporting Language for Maths
This course will explore the link between language skills and the development of maths. It is suitable for primary maths teachers and classroom support.
Course objectives
- To understand why pupils with language difficulties struggle with maths problem solving questions, reasoning questions and multi-step questions
- To develop strategies to support these pupils
This session is aimed at Maths teachers and support assistants.
Facilitators
Emma Burton, Associate Deputy Headteacher and Hackney Education Maths Lead
Helen Wilson, Speech and Language Therapist at Homerton Hospital
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£54.00
(incl. VAT)Teaching Assistants as Primary Leaders of Reading
Course overview
To develop experienced teaching assistants or HLTAS in how to develop and manage reading opportunities for all children. Becoming a reading expert. Impact building a reading team and develop reading knowledge and expertise in 1:1, small group and whole class.
Sessions
5 sessions to align with implementation opportunities in school:
- Review of expectations across the school from Reception through to year 6.
- What are the rewards of reading?
- How assessment informs 1-1, small group, and whole class reading sessions.
- Working with exceptional children
- Developing independence
- Ensuring that reading is central to a school’s literacy culture.
Dates
| Tuesday, 7 November | |
| Tuesday, 28 November | |
| Tuesday, 23 January | |
Tuesday, 12 March
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Who should attend?
Teaching Assistants and HLTA
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary
- Literacy
£324.00
(incl. VAT)Teaching Phonics in Spanish (KS2 & KS3)
Calling all Spanish teachers!
Join us for an enriching session where we delve into the heart of effective phonics teaching. Learn from primary educators who've mastered English phonics and explore our unique insights into ensuring your students grasp Spanish phonics fully through the power of retrieval practice. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and create a dynamic learning experience for your students.
Book your spot now and unlock the secrets of successful phonics instruction in the Spanish classroom!
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Secondary
- Included in package:
- Primary
£108.00
(incl. VAT)Twilight Spanish classes: linking KS2 Spanish curriculum
Twilight Spanish classes are being offered online specifically for primary teachers. These classes aim to provide teachers with the necessary language skills and teaching techniques to effectively deliver the Key Stage 2 (KS2) Spanish curriculum. The classes will focus on enhancing the teachers' Spanish language proficiency and equipping them with the tools and resources needed to engage and educate their students in Spanish language learning. By linking the classes to the KS2 Spanish curriculum, teachers will be able to align their instruction with the curriculum objectives and deliver comprehensive Spanish lessons to their primary school students.
Facilitator: Raquel Tola Rego.
- Target audience:
- Primary
- Included in package:
- Primary