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Over recent years, the majority of schools have focused on embedding early reading in order to ensure that all children make the best start to their education.  Reading in KS2 though, has been a slightly trickier issue and many schools aren't sure where to start when it comes to building upon this strong foundation across Years 3 - 6.  

This three part course will support English Leads in developing their school's approach to reading in KS2. Over the course of the sessions, delegates will explore and discuss the outcomes of key recent research and consider how th ...

This training has been designed to support all practitioners working directly with children on the autism spectrum to develop their practice.

In-depth training around identification and support focussing on the four areas of need. A basic knowledge of Autism is needed and it is suggested that delegates will have already completed Making Sense of Autism

The training will support practitioners working directly with children on the autism spectrum or on the pathway to a diagnosis in early years settings.

This AET training is only available to Schools, Nurseries, Pr ...

This half day session focuses on developing Year 5 teachers’ understanding of the writing curriculum. The focus will be on subject knowledge, with ideas for teaching strategies and practical advice. Delegates will also consider what makes an effective evidence base and how to plan appropriate opportunities for writing.

Delegates will be contacted three days before the session with details of how to access the online training, which will be sent via a link to the email address on your CPD Online account. Please ensure that the email address you have registered with is correct. ...

Year 2 is always a challenging year and with the TAF no longer being statutory, 2023-24 is likely to pose further challenges.

Making sure that teachers are clear about curriculum expectations; know what these look like in practice and are confident in mapping provision are key to success. As such, this course will support Year 2 teachers in developing their subject knowledge of the writing curriculum, with a focus on both grammar and composition. It will consider key elements of the writing curriculum; what constitutes an effective teaching sequence and how to ensure the provision o ...

Adaptive Teaching Approaches for classroom teachers using the ‘Five-a-day' approach.

A series of one hours online sessions for all teachers.

The ‘Five-a-day’ approach allows educators to embed a set of teaching habits that feel manageable in reality. And best of all, these approaches come out of an evidence review that looked specifically at the impact on academic progress for pupils with SEND in mainstream settings. Using this research, we will examine in detail what each element requires and delegates will explore how they can make this work in their clas ...

This course is specifically aimed at those new to leading English. The morning will provide an introductory overview of the English Lead’s role, provide information about key aspects and share useful resources, as well as providing an opportunity for delegates to network.

It is highly recommended that delegates also book on the subsequent English Leads’ Network (course code LIT/23/145) starting on 18 November 2023 for continuing support. 

Delegates will be contacted three days before the session with details of how to access the online train ...

The first half of this two-part course will explore key research linked to reading, with a focus on creating a clear approach to teaching whole class reading. Delegates will gain a strong understanding of the key elements of a KS2 reading diet and how to cover this across their timetabled reading sessions.

This courseis for SAS Schools only

Delegates will be contacted three days before the session with details of how to access the online training, which will be sent via a link to the email address on your CPD Online account. Please ensure that the email address you have regi ...

Moving into lower key stage 2 presents a big jump for some children and ensuring security in the content from the previous year is key to successfully moving children forwards. Securing key concepts from previous years is key if mathematical concepts are to become embedded. This course is to help teachers ensure that the children are ready for the curriculum in year 3 and 4 . The course is split into 3 sessions which have been broadly matched to when the topics are covered across the year. Each session will look at progression in the strands for both year groups , explore ideas to secure un ...

Once again we are fortunate to have Tom Holloway lead the science subject leader network meetings. Tom will support you as a science leader to ensure that you are fully informed on the most up to date national and local research and guidance for the teaching and learning of science. At each meeting there will also be a focus on a core aspect of the science national curriculum.
As always there will be time in each meeting to share and discuss ideas across the network of maths leads.
This year there are 3 meetings, all online.

This course is for SAS schools only.

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Different but the Same

Activities will be provided for all Primary age phases, and this year we will be sending out a brilliant picture book for use in KS1 and some practical materials for your whole school activity. You will be able to join us at various points in the day on teams, hear from members of some local worldviews communities, as well as receiving planning and materials for lessons and activities in all year groups.

Thinking will connect your RE with ideas on similarity and difference, and opinions on climate change and the environm ...