Lindsay Conroy

📈 Our SEND School Improvement programme focuses on 7 key areas—from Intent to Provision Mapping—helping leaders create and embed actionable plans to enhance SEND provision and outcomes. Learn more today ⬇️

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How do you drive change in schools? Our new report explores how to maximise the impact of innovation in education - with insights for teachers, school leaders, academics, policymakers, and charities on ways to increase your influence. It’s based on the lessons learned from our evaluation of the Templeton World Charity Foundation ‘Big Questions in Classrooms’ initiative to promote inter-disciplinary teaching. Some of the key findings include:  ☑️ Involve teachers in research. ☑️ Focus on culture.  ☑️ Target school leaders & multi-academy trusts. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eaqZHzGp 

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WITHOUT ROBUST EXECUTIVE DECISIONS YOUR TRAINING PROGRAMMES WILL SUFFER Following on from yesterday's post about understanding your Ofsted report It's important to have a firm grip on the improvement processes you put into place Like if you agree

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Workplace skills are increasingly recognised as critical for success in personal and professional settings, whilst basic digital skills are now expected for most roles in order to navigate and work effectively in a digital society. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are delivering training courses to people living in Worcestershire and in many cases are fully funded. (Funding available dpending on location) These courses are designed following specific feedback from local employers through the Worcestershire LSIP findings in which employers identified two large skills gaps that are both a need and a necessity in the workplace. ▪ IT skills for the Workplace: Participants will gain proficiency in computer navigation, basic functions, and the utilisation of fundamental office programmes, empowering them to enhance efficiency and foster professional development, including: Internet Safety and Security Exploring Microsoft packages (Teams, Excel, Word and Outlook). An introduction to social media ▪ Professional Skills for the Workplace Participants of this course will have the opportunity to learn more about building confidence and assertiveness in the workplace by identifying personal strengths and how to handle feedback. The course will also cover the fundamentals of communication, as well as demonstrate effective techniques and skills. You’ll also learn more about the importance of work ethic, professionalism and time management. It is appropriate not just for people entering the world of work but also for newly appointed or future line managers. To book and find out more information speak to Lauren Ashford at the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, myself or Celia Felgate. Or: follow this link https://lnkd.in/egnr7k5Q which will enable you to book online and also find out more about Skillsboost funding available to support Worcestershire employees grow and develop. Helen Mulvenna

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Thrilled to share the launch of our new Apprenticeship campaign 👏 Management and leadership apprenticeships are one of the most effective ways to develop capabilities and boost performance as a leader - and by partnering with CMI, you and your learners have our support every step of the way! Learn more below 👇 #CMIPartner #ChooseCMI #Apprenticeships

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Sharing this useful perspective for education assessment leaders and practitioners. Ask yourselves this question… where in your PD cycle and roadmap are opportunities for your staff to choose to enhance their skills, knowledge, identity, influence and leadership in this complex, yet critical, domain? #assessment #leadership #education

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Guide to refurbishing your D&T space 🛠️ Refurbishing your learning environment can have a profound effect on how students absorb, react to, and analyse information! Learn more about transforming your existing D&T space... Download today 🔽 https://lnkd.in/e7DbxiAw

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Skills Development SETAs (Sector Education and Training Authorities) are driving skills development and transforming industries. Here’s how they’re making an impact: ✅ Identifying Skills Needs: Addressing gaps through Sector Skills Plans (SSPs). ✅ Workplace-Based Learning: Overseeing learnerships, apprenticeships, and internships. ✅ Funding Training: Allocating skills development levies to boost training opportunities. ✅ Promoting Transformation: Supporting youth, women, and people with disabilities. ✅ Ensuring Quality: Accrediting training providers and maintaining national standards. ✅ Building Partnerships: Connecting businesses, educators, and government. ✅ Career Advocacy: Guiding individuals toward skills and opportunities that match industry needs. 💡 SETAs are the bridge between education and employment, empowering South Africa’s workforce and driving economic growth. #SkillsDevelopment #SETAs #WorkplaceTraining #Empowerment #SkillsForGrowth

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This is a really big step in making education more accessible at higher levels.

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Considering an apprentice for your business? Have a read below to find out what benefits having an apprentice can bring 🗒️ For more information get in touch through direct message or give us a call on 0131 600 0820.

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The latest Persona Education newsletter is out now, featuring tips on different ways to deliver the social-emotional aspects of student personal development – have a read ⤵ #personaldevelopment #socialandemotionallearning #studentwellbeing

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AI and safeguarding Educators, learners, and leaders continue to learn together about the opportunities and the challenges that lie at the intersection of technological innovations and human connections. —> Register to learn with the CIS community of members and experts!

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Dispelling End Point Assessment (EPA) Myths with Pearson! 🎓 - Myth: You're locked into using the same organisation for on-programme qualifications and EPA. - Fact: Pearson offers flexibility to choose us as your EPAO, even if you use different qualifications. Example: Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship: Pearson can be your EPAO, regardless of which L3 qualification you've chosen from the DfE's approved list. 😀 Our Commitment: - Providing high-quality EPA service - Supporting educators and learners with expert knowledge, resources, and services Our Focus: Guiding your learners to success. Learn More: Discover how Pearson can enhance your EPA experience ➡ https://lnkd.in/eA_fmvNF #Apprenticeship #EPA #EndPointAssessment #Qualifications

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Develop your digital strategy with Al Kingsley A brand-new initiative exclusively available via The Learning Line. This programme is designed to empower Trust and School leaders to create a cohesive, forward-thinking digital strategy that drives both short-term improvements and long-term growth. Ready to take the next step? Register your interest today via the attached QR code, or contact us directly at [email protected]. #DigitalStrategy #EdTech #SchoolLeadership #TrustLeaders #thelearningline

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Technology affords us new possibilities in curriculum and learning design. We can't miss the opportunity to do better for our learners by being beholden to traditional approaches simply because we haven't considered new possibilities. This guide is here to help.

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Guide to refurbishing your D&T space 🛠️ Refurbishing your learning environment can have a profound effect on how students absorb, react to, and analyse information! Learn more about transforming your existing D&T space... Download today 🔽 https://lnkd.in/eM5BjN6m

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Fabulous day at Blackpool Children’s Education Conference yesterday, delivering my CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education) workshop. Thank you Dr Elaine Allen OBE and mark cowell. I only had to contend with a few hours of failing trains but these headteachers have had to contend with years of their schools and seaside communities being neglected and left behind through lack of regeneration and austerity. And yet, what struck me was the energy in the room. An absolute determination to ensure their children thrive. Can’t think of an attitude more closely aligned to CLPE’s core value. Every child deserves to be literate and to be literate they deserve the same access to resources as everyone else. In this case, we explored key principles we need to consider when teaching children using English as an additional language; children who are literally learning to learn in another language. And we explored how to put these principles into practice in the classroom and through high-quality texts and non-reductive teaching approaches - drawing on established research (of course!) and what we know that works in the classroom right now, particularly for schools supporting educationally vulnerable children and disadvantaged communities. Our Power of Reading English curriculum offers all our children a rich and cohesive curriculum with teaching sequences carefully designed to scaffold language development from reading into writing. The approaches are utterly steeped in evidence and rigorously reviewed with real children in mind through our CLPE community. We know it has been designed to work for children who are using English as an additional language as well as other educationally vulnerable children. We know it is adaptable to suit the needs and interests of different children. And it brings the joy back into teaching, which surely matters in these times. Encouraging teachers to reflect on why and how their practice works (or doesn’t) with the children they have before them isn’t loose, it’s essential for them to really have an impact on each child. And, of course, it’s essential for a teacher’s professional development and status. We’re proud to have held Early Career Teachers to develop best practice as well as helped retain some wonderfully experienced but disillusioned teachers because of this agency and knowledge that they are making a difference in joyful ways. If you are in Blackpool or anywhere in the North West, we are bringing Power of Reading to you in Manchester! Join our CLPE community and let us help you and your teachers to make a difference.

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