Infinite Learning Course Brochure

‘Infinite’ Lifelong Learning

The most important asset of any school is its teachers. Highly trained, motivated, inspirational teachers will be the key to improving teaching and learning outcomes.

At the heart of this lies good Professional Learning opportunities for teachers.

Lifelong ‘infinite’ learning, for students and teachers alike, is the key to success.

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EARLY YEARS

Active Learning in Early Years

Adaptive Teaching in Physical Education for Teachers – Inclusive Lessons for All Children

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

Advanced Mentoring Skills for Teachers

Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Ensuring Efficiency

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: A Parent’s Guide

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Educational Leaders

Brain Development

Building Resilience and Self-Esteem for Teachers

Building the Dream Team

Classroom Skills for Teaching Assistants

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

Coaching Skills

Conflict Resolution

Curriculum Development

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Creating Socially Just School Communities

Early Years Physical Activity and Development Skills

Effective Behaviour Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

EARLY YEARS

Empower, Include and Unlock Every Student’s Potential

Fact or Fiction – Mythbusting Early Childhood Development – Writing

Finding Your Voice: Speaking with Confidence

Guiding Support Teachers and Coaches in Physical Education

Hearts and Minds: Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood

Highly Effective Teaching

How to Seed and Water Language Skills in Early Years Arabic Language Acquisition

Inspection for Heads of Inclusion

Inspection Readiness

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (F2F)

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (Self-Paced)

Leading Change in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) World

Leading for Success: Empowering School Leaders to Drive Excellence

Leading with Purpose: Effective Leadership in Early Childhood Education

Learning Behaviours

Let Go and Lighten Up

Maths Movers – Movement Matters

Maximising and Engaging a Deeper Understanding of Physical Education in Schools

Middle Leader Mastery

EARLY YEARS

Mindfulness and Self-Care for Teachers

Music and Movement for SEND

Negotiation Skills – How to be a Great Negotiator

Number Skills

Personalities in the Classroom – Improving Wellbeing and Behaviour Using the True Colours Programme

Planning Assessment in Physical Education

Positive Behaviour, Positive Outcomes: Managing Behaviour in Early Years

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Preparing for Inspections by Transforming Pressure into Purposeful Teaching

Project Based Learning and Language Skills Acquisition for Arabic and Islamic Teacher in Early Years

Review of School Provision for EAL Learners

Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers in Preventing Substance Misuse

School Leadership and Management for School Improvement in the UAE: Enhancing Education Standards

Skills for Mastering Time, Delegation and Feedback

Sounds like Success: Building Phonemic Awareness

Super Scribers – Early Writing and Storytelling Skills

Survive as a Subject Leader

Teaching for Progress: Effective Lesson Design and Student Thinking

Teacher Observation Skills in the Classroom

EARLY YEARS

Teaching with Confidence: Simple Strategies for a More Positive Classroom Experience

Time and Stress Management with Personal Resilience

Training for Teachers to Ensure Students are Emotionally Regulated and Ready to Engage with Learning Training for the New Early Years Framework – Preparing for Practice and Inspection

Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Train the Trainer

Training in Physical Education for Early Childhood

Training to Understand How to Adapt Teaching to Include Every Student

Training to Understand how to Reengage Students and Manage Behaviour when it Disrupts Learning

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (E-Learning)

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (F2F)

Understanding Autism for Teachers

Wellbeing and Resilience

Word Skills

Working with EAL Learners: Arrival, Assessment and Achievement

Working with EAL Learners: Closing the Word Gap and Boosting Reading and Writing

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

How to Seed and Water Language Skills in Early Years Arabic Language Acquisition

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Project Based Learning and Language Skills Acquisition for Arabic and Islamic Teacher in Early Years

Effective Behaviour Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

PRIMARY

Adaptive Teaching in Physical Education for Teachers – Inclusive Lessons for All Children

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

Advanced Mentoring Skills for Teachers

An Evolving Curriculum

Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Ensuring Efficiency

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: A Parent’s Guide

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Educational Leaders

Becoming a Better Maths Teacher

Bespoke Training for International School Librarians

Building Resilience and Self-Esteem for Teachers

Building the Dream Team

Checking for Understanding, Responsive Teaching, and Key Retrieval Opportunities

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

Coaching Skills

Collection Development for School Librarians

Conflict Resolution

Creating a Community of Readers in the Primary School

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Creating Socially Just School Communities

Effective Behaviour Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

PRIMARY

Effective Communication and Writing for Impact

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

Embedding Wellbeing into the Primary Classroom

Empower, Include and Unlock Every Student’s Potential

Fact or Fiction – Mythbusting Early Childhood Development – Writing

Finding Your Voice: Speaking with Confidence

Guiding Support Teachers and Coaches in Physical Education

Highly Effective Teaching

Inspection for Heads of Inclusion

Inspection Readiness

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (F2F)

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (Self-Paced)

Leading Change in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) World

Leading for Success: Empowering School Leaders to Drive Excellence

Let Go and Lighten Up

Maximising and Engaging a Deeper Understanding of Physical Education in Schools

Metacognition in Action

Middle Leader Mastery

Mindfulness and Self-Care for Teachers

PRIMARY

Negotiation Skills – How to be a Great Negotiator

Number Skills

Oracy and Group Work Skills

Personalities in the Classroom – Improving Wellbeing and Behaviour Using the True Colours Programme

Planning Assessment in Physical Education

Practical Strategies to Bring Purpose and Meaning Back to Writing

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Preparing for Inspections by Transforming Pressure into Purposeful Teaching

Preparing for School Inspections (Inclusion and Preparing for Inspection)

Primary English – Developing Writers with Purpose – KS1

Primary English – Developing Writers with Purpose – KS2

Primary Science for Teachers

Really Useful Cataloguing for Librarians

Review of School Provision for EAL Learners

Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers in Preventing Substance Misuse

School Leadership and Management for School Improvement in the UAE: Enhancing Education Standards

Skills for Mastering Time, Delegation and Feedback

Storytelling Skills for Librarians

Supporting the Social, Emotional, Mental Health of Children and Young People in Schools

PRIMARY

Survive as a Subject Leader

Teaching for Progress: Effective Lesson Design and Student Thinking

Teaching Research Skills to Primary and Junior Students

Teaching with Confidence: Simple Strategies for a More Positive Classroom Experience

Teamworking and Networking for the School Librarian

The Art and Science of Primary Reading – How to Engage and Create Lifelong Readers

The Indispensable School Librarian Skills

The Playful School Library

Thinking through Philosophy – Using Dialogic Teaching Skills

Time and Stress Management with Personal Resilience

Training for International School Librarians on how to be Creative

Training for Teachers to Ensure Students are Emotionally Regulated and Ready to Engage with their Learning Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Train the Trainer

Training to Understand How to Adapt Teaching to Include Every Student

Training to Understand how to Reengage Students and Manage Behaviour when it Disrupts Learning

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (E-Learning)

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (F2F)

Understanding Autism for Teachers

PRIMARY

Using Creative Arts to Improve Primary Writing

Using Drama Across All Subjects

Using Drama in English

Using Generative AI with Effect in the School Library: A Beginner’s Guide

Using Short Film in Primary English to Improve Reading and Writing

Using Technology and Digital Products with Effect in the School Library

Wellbeing and Resilience

Wellbeing for Teachers – How to use Manifestation and Meditation to Enhance Your Life

Word Skills

Working with EAL Learners: Arrival, Assessment and Achievement

Working with EAL Learners: Closing the Word Gap and Boosting Reading and Writing

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

Effective Behaviour Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

SECONDARY

Adaptive Teaching in Physical Education for Teachers – Inclusive Lessons for All Children

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

Advanced Mentoring Skills for Teachers

Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Ensuring Efficiency

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: A Parent’s Guide

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Educational Leaders

Becoming a Better Maths Teacher

Bespoke Training for International School Librarians

Building Resilience and Self-Esteem for Teachers

Building the Dream Team

Checking for Understanding, Responsive Teaching, and Key Retrieval Opportunities

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

Coaching Skills

Collection Development for School Librarians

Conflict Resolution

Developing a Culture of Outstanding Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Creating Socially Just School Communities

Effective Communication and Writing for Impact

Effective Feedback: Less Marking, More Impact

SECONDARY

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

Empower, Include and Unlock Every Student’s Potential

Ensuring Academic Honesty and Integrity in the Classroom

Exploring Effective Teaching and Learning Strategies: GCSE Mathematics – Exploring Key

Finding Your Voice: Speaking with Confidence

Guiding Support Teachers and Coaches in Physical Education

Helping Students to Use Generative AI Ethically for Research, Write Up and Revision

High Impact Assessment Skills in Cutting Workload and Enabling Progress

Highly Effective Teaching

Impactful Planning: Curriculum Design and Implementation

Inspection for Heads of Inclusion

Inspection Readiness

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (F2F)

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (Self-Paced)

Leading Change in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) World

Leading for Success: Empowering School Leaders to Drive Excellence

Let Go and Lighten Up

Maximising and Engaging a Deeper Understanding of Physical Education in Schools

Metacognition in Action

SECONDARY

Middle Leader Mastery

Mindfulness and Self-Care for Teachers

Motivating Reluctant Readers

Negotiation Skills – How to be a Great Negotiator

Number Skills

Personalities in the Classroom – Improving Wellbeing and Behaviour Using the True Colours Programme

Planning Assessment in Physical Education

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Preparing for Inspections by Transforming Pressure into Purposeful Teaching

Preparing for School Inspections (Inclusion and Preparing for Inspection)

Providing Teaching Assistants with Tools to Support All

Really Useful Cataloguing for Librarians

Review of School Provision for EAL Learners

Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers in Preventing Substance Misuse

School Leadership and Management for School Improvement in the UAE: Enhancing Education Standards

Skills for Mastering Time, Delegation and Feedback

Storytelling Skills for Librarians

Supporting the Social, Emotional, Mental Health of Children and Young People in Schools

Survive as a Subject Leader

SECONDARY

Teaching for Progress: Effective Lesson Design and Student Thinking

Teaching with Confidence: Simple Strategies for a More Positive Classroom Experience

Teamworking and Networking for the School Librarian

The Indispensable School Librarian Skills

The Playful School Library

Time and Stress Management with Personal Resilience

Training for International School Librarians on how to be Creative

Training for Teachers to Ensure Students are Emotionally Regulated and Ready to Engage with their Learning

Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Train the Trainer

Training to Understand How to Adapt Teaching to Include Every Student

Training to Understand how to Reengage Students and Manage Behaviour when it Disrupts Learning

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (E-Learning)

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour (F2F)

Understanding Autism for Teachers

Using Generative AI with Effect in the School Library: A Beginner’s Guide

Using Technology and Digital Products with Effect in the School Library

Wellbeing and Resilience

SECONDARY

Word Skills

Working with EAL Learners: Arrival, Assessment and Achievement

Working with EAL Learners: Closing the Word Gap and Boosting Reading and Writing

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

Effective Behaviour Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

NON-TEACHING

Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Ensuring Efficiency

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: A Parent’s Guide

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Educational Leaders

Building the Dream Team

Conflict Resolution

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Creating Socially Just School Communities

Effective Communication and Writing for Impact

Finding Your Voice: Speaking with Confidence

Leading Change in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) World

Let Go and Lighten Up

Negotiation Skills – How to be a Great Negotiator

Outstanding PD Day for Administrative Teams: Elevating the Customer Experience

Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers in Preventing Substance Misuse

Skills for Mastering Time, Delegation and Feedback

Time and Stress Management with Personal Resilience

Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Train the Trainer

Wellbeing and Resilience

Active Learning in Early Years

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This training course is underpinned with evidence based research at The Centre for Research in Early Childhood. The session explores how adopting a movement pedagogy in early childhood can benefit all learners and reach into all areas of learning and development.

Target Audience

EYFS & Year 1 TA’s, HLTA’s, Teachers, SLT, Classroom based staff

Aims of the Course

To create an environment to support all learners

To understand how a movement pedagogy can impact on learning acquisition

To develop a holistic approach to teaching

To enable more creative planning to elicit excellent learning responses

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Adaptive Teaching in Physical Education for Teachers – Inclusive Lessons for All Children

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Knowledge – learners will explore frameworks which can be applied to a PE setting to effectively engage all pupils

Mindset – learners will have the opportunity to critically review their own pedagogical approaches

Action – learners will gain practical ideas for Adaptive teaching which are relevant to the individual school context

Target Audience

This CPD opportunity is open to all staff working in the Physical Education setting

Aims of the Course

Develop a deeper understanding of the inclusion spectrum

Explore how to structure learning for all pupils to achieve their potential

Apply frameworks to adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils

Trainer

Paul Quinn

Advanced Leadership Strategies in Arabic and Islamic Studies

E-Learning | 8 Hours | 4 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This course is designed to equip educators, administrators, and community leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively lead and innovate within educational and religious institutions. This comprehensive program integrates advanced leadership principles with the rich traditions and contemporary practices of Arabic and Islamic studies

Target Audience

Teacher/Head of Department

Aims of the Course

Enhanced Leadership Skills: Develop advanced leadership skills tailored to the context of Arabic and Islamic educational institutions, including strategic planning, decision-making, and team management

Innovative Educational Practices

Curriculum Development

Ethical Leadership

Trainer

Omaima Shahwan

Advanced Mentoring Skills for Teachers

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

This course will empower leaders to understanding the principles of mentoring to support staff in understanding how to develop skills and teaching practice. Participants will explore how mentoring builds relationships, resilience, communication skills and motivation. Participants will be empowered to guide mentees to reflect and question any barriers to development and provide solutions to ongoing school improvement

Target Audience

All staff involved in the management and education within schools

Aims of the Course

Build effective personnel and professional relationships

Grow, develop and support leadership skills

Support high levels of communication, engagement and reflection

Understanding the theory of change to benefit and guide fellow peers

Trainer

Beth Harris

An Evolving Curriculum

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Part 1 – What knowledge, skills, and values are we embedding in our curriculum? What are the key themes driving our teaching? What messages are conveyed through the hidden curriculum?

Part 2 – What is the deeper purpose of our curriculum? How can we ensure it provides meaningful life lessons and essential skills to prepare our children for the challenges ahead?

Part 3 – How do we design and implement a curriculum that is intentional, tailored to our students and school context, and equips them with the tools to thrive and positively impact the world?

Target Audience

Primary curriculum or subject leads

Aims of the Course

To provide support on curriculum design

To explore current research and models

Sharing ideas and ways to enhance and deepen the curriculum

Trainer

Maddison Lewis

Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Ensuring Efficiency

Face-to-Face | 1 Session | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

Empower school business and administrative staff with cutting-edge AI tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Introduce AI technologies that can streamline operations, improve communication, and drive success across marketing, HR, finance and administrative functions.

Target Audience

School business managers, marketing coordinators, HR professionals, and administrative staff who want to leverage AI to become more efficient and effective in their roles.

Aims of the Course

Use AI tools to boost efficiency

Automate routine tasks with AI

Apply AI for data-driven decisions

Enhance communication with stakeholders

Improve financial management and resource use

Select and implement the right AI tools confidently

Trainer

Dan Fitzpatrick

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: A Parent’s Guide

Face-to-Face | 1 Session | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

This informative and engaging half-day workshop is designed to equip parents with a comprehensive understanding of AI in education and practical skills to support their child’s learning journey. Led by AI in education expert Dan Fitzpatrick, this session will demystify AI technology, explore its impact on education, and provide hands-on experience with AI tools that can be used at home.

Target Audience

Parents and guardians of school-age children

Aims of the Course

Understand AI basics and its role in education

Explore 5+ AI tools to support learning at home

Recognise AI’s impact on future education and careers

Guide children in using AI safely and ethically

Apply AI in homework and creative projects

Confidently discuss AI and nurture tech interests

Trainer

Dan Fitzpatrick

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Educational Leaders

Face-to-Face | 1 Session | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

This dynamic half-day workshop is designed to empower educational leaders with practical AI tools and techniques to enhance their productivity and effectiveness. Led by AI in education expert Dan Fitzpatrick, this hands-on session will introduce you to cutting-edge AI technologies that can streamline your daily tasks, improve decision-making, and free up valuable time for strategic leadership.

Target Audience

Educational leaders

Aims of the Course

Use AI to boost productivity and decision-making

Streamline administrative tasks for more leadership focus

Enhance communication with staff, parents, and stakeholders

Apply AI for quick data analysis and insights

Leverage AI for professional growth and learning

Confidently select and use AI for leadership tasks

Trainer

Dan Fitzpatrick

Becoming a Better Maths Teacher

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Atomisation is the key to helping all students understand any mathematical concept. It is innovative, grounded in research, and teachers can apply the principles the very next time they step into a classroom. Craig delivered this series of workshops to primary and secondary boundary teachers during a recent tour of Australia and New Zealand, and it was well received (4.85/5 rating from over 500 people).

Target Audience

Key Stage 2, 3 and 4 Maths Teachers

Aims of the Course

Atomisation is the key to helping all students understand any mathematical concept.

Trainer

Craig Barton

Bespoke Training for International School Librarians

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This live, face-to-face course offers rich connection and depth beyond online learning. Delegates gain spontaneous, high-value discussions, tailored advice, and lasting professional relationships. More than a course, it’s an energising experience that equips participants to return as confident, creative leaders in school librarianship.

Target Audience

School librarians and library staff primary, middle or secondary

Aims of the Course

Identify challenges and opportunities in library programmes

Apply expert advice to improve practice and planning

Use research to support development goals

Implement new approaches with peer feedback

Build lasting connections with international librarians

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

Brain Development

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

Enhance learning outcomes by linking quality teaching with brain development and achievement

Create lasting impact by building neural pathways for long-term success and well-being

Target Audience

EYFS foundation

Pre-kindergarten to Year 1 SLT/Teachers/TAS’s

Aims of the Course

Understand brain development from infancy to adolescence and its impact on learning and behaviour

Apply neuroscience insights to teaching, curriculum design, and classroom management

Use practical strategies to create brain-friendly environments, differentiate instruction, and support healthy development

Trainer

Beth Harris

COURSES

Building Resilience and Self-Esteem for Teachers

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This programme explores resilience and self-esteem at multiple levels, offering adaptable strategies for different situations. It emphasises teacher well-being, translating theory into practical classroom applications. Highly recommended by educators and parents in the UAE and UK, the course uses the widely adopted Adlerian approach to behaviour, common in schools across the UK, USA, and beyond.

Target Audience

School Staff and school support staff working with children and young people. All Primary and Secondary school staff working with children

Aims of the Course

To discuss the crucial ingredients of resilience/self esteem and how it can be fostered in learners.

Identify key strategies for developing emotional wellbeing and resilience based on understanding key models and the psychology of resilience

Trainer

Suzanne Pearson

COURSES

Building the Dream Team

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This programme will include dynamic facilitated discussions, strategic thinking, fun and thought-provoking activities. It will include practical content which is appropriate and relevant to the roles and responsibilities and will be high-energy, interactive, fun, and experiential learning.

Target Audience

Teams who are looking for reflection on where they are and where they want to be, and those looking to refresh and upskill themselves in an ever-changing world.

Aims of the Course

The content of the programme aims to challenge and disrupt current thinking patterns, enhance inclusivity, learn from best practices, and empower employees to shape the environment in which they wish to work.

Trainer

Jules Murray

COURSES

Checking for Understanding, Responsive Teaching, and Key Retrieval Opportunities

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This workshop addresses the key components of teaching: gathering studentdata, responding to it, and then making sure it sticks! Delegates will learn practical strategies, all grounded in research, that they can apply the very next time they step into a classroom.

Target Audience

Secondaryschool teachers of all subjects, Key Stage 2 teachers

Aims of the Course

Checking for understanding, responsive teaching, and desirabledifficulties

Trainer

Craig Barton

Classroom Skills for Teacher Assistants

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

Build effective communication skills to support collaboration

Tailor support to diverse student needs and abilities

Access ongoing professional development to enhance skills and confidence

Target Audience

All support staff

Aims of the Course

Develop skills to collaborate with teachers in planning, delivery, and evaluation for inclusive learning

Strengthen communication and teamwork to support student learning and behaviour

Use practical strategies and tools to deliver differentiated instruction and boost engagement and achievement

Trainer

Beth Harris

Coaching Education for Arabic Speakers in Arabic

E-Learning | 4x2 Hour Sessions | 8 Hours

Programme Overview

What is coaching?

Differences between coaching, mentoring, and consulting

The role of coaching in modern educational leadership

Target Audience

Everyone who has anything to do with education

Aims of the Course

Develop Coaching Competency

Enhance Professional Practice

Foster Empowering Conversations

Promote a Growth-Oriented Culture

Bridge Coaching with Arabic Educational Values

Build Confidence in Leadership

Trainer

Omaima Shahwan

Coaching Skills

E-Learning | 2 Days | 2 Sessions | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

These comprehensive courses offer innovative solutions to tackle challenges in reading, spelling, and handwriting, empowering educators to foster academic success for every learner.

Target Audience

Early years, primary, inclusion officers and staff, school leaders and any secondary teaching staff who are working with struggling students

Aims of the Course

The Jumpstarting™ Process uses a visual approach to help students develop and control mental imagery for words. It supports entering effective learning states, reveals individual learning strategies, and fosters metacognition to enhance academic success. Designed to complement phonics programs, it provides session plans for both interventions and mainstream classrooms, especially for Reception and Early Years.

Trainer

Sara Haboubi

Collection Development for School Librarians

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This course draws upon that experience looking at how school librarians can develop and manage their resource collections whether these are digital or in print form. This short course will provide a taster of how this might be achieved considering the steps to be put in place for a successful outcome.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians managing collections, or teachers seeking to develop resources for teaching, learning, and reading.

Aims of the Course

Developing a resource collection for your library takes great skill. There are many aspects to consider and these are all constantly changing. In an age where we need to be mindful of budgets informed management, all our resources both physical and digital are key. In this course, we will learn about the challenges and how best to approach collection development in the library so we can offer a supportive stock to our school.

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

Conflict Resolution

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This workshop aims to deliver a combination of skills, knowledge, and best practices to ensure confidence and competence in managing internal and external conflict. It is designed to help you develop the skills and confidence to intervene professionally and nip disagreements in the bud before they escalate. Handling conflict in a proactive and positive way, boosting team morale and retaining valuable talent.

Target Audience

Anyone looking to improve their Stakeholder Relationships and acquire skills, knowledge and behaviours in conflict management. This course will address internal employee conflict as well as dealing with difficult customers.

Aims of the Course

This workshop aims to deliver a combination of skills, knowledge, and best processes to ensure confidence and competence in managing internal and external conflict. Delegates will have the opportunity to practice in a variety of simulations.

Trainer

Jules Murray

Creating a Community of Readers in the Primary School

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This is a full day’s course and will offer practical strategies and rich discussion around the recent research in to ‘reading for pleasure.’ Sally was part of the ‘reading for pleasure’ Open University group led by Teresa Cremin and led groups of teachers in the East Midlands at The University of Nottingham. She will share this research and explore recent pedagogies and offer strategies from her own experience of improving reading engagement across multiple schools in the U.K.

Target Audience

Primary Teachers, English and subject Leads, Senior Leaders, Curriculum Leads

Aims of the Course

The course will interweave theories of learning to read and match this against current practice. It will help educators to understand what ‘reading’’ actually means and how we develop confident, lifelong readers. It will offer practical advice in how to apply theory and research in to practice.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

COURSES

Curriculum Development

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Enhancing Curriculum Development through Observation

Exploring strategies for integrating observation findings into curriculum planning to create significant and impactful learning opportunities for learners

How do children make progress: Accumulating knowledge and deepening behaviours

Target Audience

EYFS Foundation, Pre-kindergarten to Year 1 senior leaders, teachers

Aims of the Course

Deepen understanding of curriculum theories to adapt models for student development

Design engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum frameworks

Create inclusive, culturally responsive learning experiences

Apply best practices, research-based methods, and assessments to refine curriculum and instruction

Trainer

Beth Harris

Developing a Culture of Outstanding Teaching, Learning and Assessment

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

Using best practice and evidence informed approaches, this programme provides a range of innovative strategies and frameworks through which TLA can be evaluated, identifying strengths and areas for improvement, before covering the key components and steps necessary to improve TLA in a culture of continuous collaboration and reflection. Explore the core principles and behaviours that drive outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment, equipping you with the skills needed to foster a culture of excellence in your school.

Target Audience

Secondary teachers and leaders

Aims of the Course

This practical course equips teachers and leaders with the skills and strategies to cultivate outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment (TLA). Participants will evaluate current TLA standards, identify areas for improvement, and confidently implement innovative practices to enhance academic excellence and holistic development.

Trainer

Jonny Kay

COURSES

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Creating Socially Just School Communities

Self-Paced | 6 Sessions | 12 Hours

Programme Overview

This course explores the core concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion and its impact on school organisations. In it, the participant will learn how to self-reflect to understand one ’ s own biases; developing one ’ s own role in making systemic change; and positively impacting organisational culture.

Target Audience

Teachers of students of all ages, school counsellors, inclusion staff, school and network leaders, support staff, school-based human resources personnel

Aims of the Course

Develop an understanding of DEI and its positive impact on organisational culture and policies

Understand, explore, and evolve one ’ s own role in cultivating an inclusive culture

Learn how to practice and implement positive systemic change through organisational influence

Trainer

Melissa Skiles

COURSES

Early Years Physical Activity and Development Skills

E-Learning| 1 Session | 1.5 Hours

Programme Overview

A highly engaging course aimed at raising the confidence and knowledge in early childhood physical activity and physical development. This course will provide you with the skills to create an engaging curriculum to enhance learning and well-being.

Target Audience

EYFS Teachers delivering activity or PE to children aged 3-6 years

Aims of the Course

Provides delegates with an understanding of how to deliver an EY session

To recognise the difference between PA/PD/PL/PE

To increase skills and broaden an understanding of EY PA

Provide delegates with the skills to create their own programme Instant ideas to increase engagement

To learn how to use music and movement to elicit excellent responses in young children.

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Effective Behaviour Management Techniques to Engage Students in the Arabic Classroom

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This practical and interactive workshop provides hands-on learning experiences designed to equip and empower Arabic teachers with modern, culturally responsive strategies for effective behaviour management. Through engaging role-plays, real-life classroom scenarios, group discussions, and collaborative exercises, participants will explore best practices for preventing and addressing behavioural challenges, gaining skills they can apply immediately.

Target Audience

All Arabic, Islamic Education, and Social Studies teachers

Aims of the Course

The aim of this course is to empower Arabic teachers with the knowledge, skills, and practical tools needed to manage student behaviour effectively. The program is designed to help teachers create positive, structured, and engaging classroom environments that foster student motivation, participation, and collaboration, while promoting a love for learning Arabic.

Trainer

Rania Nasr

Effective Communication and Writing for Impact

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course helps you understand different communication styles and develop skills to communicate effectively, handle difficult conversations, and resolve conflicts with “win-win” solutions. You’ll learn to build stronger parent relationships through empathy, write clearly and concisely, guide readers effectively, and avoid misunderstandings caused by assumptions—all to achieve the desired results in your communication.

Target Audience

Primary & Secondary: School staff seeking to improve customer service and parent relationships, including admissions, registrar, marketing, reception, finance, admin, secretarial, and security personnel.

Aims of the Course

This workshop equips staff with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to communicate effectively across all departments, handling enquiries, complaints, and parent interactions to achieve desired outcomes.

Trainer

Jules Murray

Effective Feedback: Less Marking, More Impact

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This course is structured to allow teachers and leaders to evaluate and analyse a range of effective feedback and marking strategies and techniques. Using evidence informed approaches, teachers and leaders will build on existing knowledge and understanding of marking and feedback to empower students and allow rapid and sustained progress through a range of approaches. With a focus on delegating workload to students, this session is packed with practical strategies and workload saving methods.

Target Audience

Secondary teachers and leaders

Aims of the Course

This practical course is designed to enhance your knowledge, understanding and application of effective feedback, marking and assessment strategies, leading to more effective support of students. The course will provide you with a range of tools, strategies and approaches to cut workload and more effectively communicate student strengths and areas for development.

Trainer

Jonny Kay

Effective School Work Knowledge and Skills for Emirati Teaching Assistants

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This programme is designed to offer hands on learning opportunities through different designed activities to model how teachers can offer all students high level of engagement to keep them focused and motivated.

Target Audience

Emirati Teaching Assistants

Aims of the Course

Equip newly hired TAs with essential knowledge and practical strategies for fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment. Participants will explore child protection responsibilities, effective teaching and learning approaches, meaningful assessment and feedback techniques, and classroom management strategies.

Trainer

Rania Nasr

Embedding Well-being into the Primary Classroom

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This full-day training course explores the vital role of wellbeing in the classroom, examining what wellbeing means, the key factors that contribute to it, and its impact on learning. Through a blend of research, discussion, and hands-on activities, participants will gain practical strategies to create a supportive, wellbeing-focused environment for both students and educators.

Target Audience

Primary Teachers, English and subject Leads, Senior Leaders, Curriculum Leads

Aims of the Course

Explore the link between wellbeing and learning, with practical strategies to embed wellbeing into classroom routines, foster resilience and positive relationships, manage stress, and create a supportive, mentally healthy learning environment for students and staff.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

Empower, Include and Unlock Every Student’s Potential

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This presentation equips educators with practical strategies for inclusive, adaptive teaching that empowers every pupil to thrive. Delegates will gain tips, insights, and opportunities to engage with the presenter, ensuring actionable ideas to unlock student potential.

Target Audience

EYFS/Primary/Secondary Teachers, Leaders, Support Staff, Librarians, Teaching Assistants, LSAs

Aims of the Course

Gain practical strategies for teaching pupils with SEN, applying adaptive methods to include and empower all learners. Leave confident and prepared to support students of all abilities and positively impact their learning outcomes.

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Ensuring Academic Honesty & Integrity in the Classroom

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This practical course equips school library staff with essential knowledge of copyright, plagiarism, and academic honesty. Learn to spot offences, use plagiarism checkers, teach referencing, and understand legal and cultural considerations, including penalties for misuse of resources.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians or teachers seeking to understand plagiarism and teach academic integrity within the curriculum.

Aims of the Course

Understand the importance of academic honesty,

Understand what constitutes plagiarism and cultural differences

Learn to spot offences including the use of plagiarism checkers and teaching referencing styles

Explore the penalties imposed on students if they are ‘caught out’ in public examinations.

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

Exploring Effective Teaching and Learning Strategies GCSE

Mathematics – Exploring Key Concepts of the Curriculum

E-Learning | 4.5 Hours | 3 x 1.5 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

Teachers will gain deeper understanding of mathematics in the classroom

Target Audience

Secondary KS3, KS4 teachers and KS3/4 coordinators, NQTs, non-specialists

Aims of the Course

Make connections between different strands in Mathematics

Use of visual images to develop deeper understanding

Students see how a concept grows from KS3 to KS5

Trainer

Raj Kumar

Fact or Fiction – Mythbusting Early Childhood Development – Writing

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This training day is designed to challenge assumptions and interrogate widespread practices around early writing, particularly in light of the recent DfE Writing Framework (2025). Drawing on the latest evidence from wider ECEC experts and grounded in the latest research, we’ll explore what truly supports children’s writing readiness, not just at the table, but from the ground up and with an awareness of how the transcriptional and the compositional effectively combine.

Target Audience

FS1, FS2, Nursery, Reception and KS1 teachers; Early Years leaders; SENCOs, SLT ; educators and advisors interested in curriculum design, assessment and movement-based approaches to early writing.

Aims of the Course

Critique “ready to write” vs. developmental needs.

Connect gross motor skills to fine motor control. Rethink early-years tasks for embodied learning. Use proximal-to-distal sequence in teaching.

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Finding Your Voice: Speaking with Confidence

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This training helps participants use the right words, tone, and body language, master vocal delivery, boost self-awareness, build confidence, and increase happiness in their role.

Target Audience

Anyone who has English as a 2 or 3 language and would like to improve their confidence and personal impact. nd rd

Aims of the Course

This programme is designed to support the employees who are currently spoken to with little, or no respect, to be able to respond confidently and professionally.

Learning appropriate words and phrases. The appropriate tone of voice. The confident body language. The impact on delivery.

Self-belief. Self-confidence and happiness in the role. To provide the skill-set to speak in a relaxed manner. Feeling like it fits. Feeling like they own it

Trainer

Jules Murray

Guiding Support Teachers and Coaches in Physical Education

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Learners will explore strategies for mentoring other adults effectively in the workplace, including key leadership approaches and understanding what makes a good mentor. They will also examine how to foster a high-performance, growth mindset environment, and gain practical ideas for supporting and mentoring colleagues successfully.

Target Audience

This CPD opportunity is open to all staff working in the Physical Education setting.

Aims of the Course

Knowledge – learners will explore strategies for mentoring other adults effectively in a workplace environment including key leadership strategies. What makes a good mentor?

Mindset – learners will explore how to foster a high-performance and growth mindset environment in the workplace.

Action – learners will gain practical ideas for effectively supporting and mentoring other adults.

Trainer

Paul Quinn

Hearts and Minds: Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This engaging and research-informed training programme supports early years practitioners, caregivers, and educators to deepen their understanding of emotional intelligence (EI) in the context of early childhood development. Grounded in developmental psychology and neuroscience, the course explores how responsive adult-child interactions foster selfregulation, empathy, and wellbeing from birth through the early years.

Target Audience

The course is suitable for teachers working across any early years curriculum with children aged 2-6 and has been designed to reflect international best practice.

Aims of the Course

Introduce emotional intelligence and its role in early childhood development.

Explore how it supports children’s wellbeing, behaviour, and lifelong learning.

Deepen understanding of emotionally secure environments and their benefits.

Share practical strategies to support smooth nursery or school transitions for children and families.

Trainer

Sharron Fogarty

Helping Students to Use Generative AI Ethically for Research, Write Up and Revision

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This short course explores AI tools for forming research questions, drafting outlines, finding authentic resources, and creating references. It also covers academic integrity and using AI as an effective revision tool, showing how AI can enhance academic writing when used skilfully.

Target Audience

Secondary school librarians and teachers wanting to teach students to use generative AI ethically for research, writing, and revision.

Aims of the Course

AI Ethics in Academic Writing: Explore pros, cons, and how to prevent misuse.

Structuring Writing with AI: Develop research questions, outlines, and personalised content.

Finding & Recording Evidence: Use AI to locate, verify, cite, and summarise academic sources.

What’s Not Cheating: Guidance from exam boards on ethical AI use, revision tools, and future developments.

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

High Impact Assessment Skills in Cutting Workload and Enabling Progress

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This session is designed to showcase a range of best-practice strategies to efficiently assess students with minimal workload, supporting students to track their own progress and focusing learning. From in-lesson assessment to long-term tracking of student performance, this session has a range of takeaway strategies for giving effective written and verbal feedback, ensuring improved impact for all students.

Target Audience

Secondary teachers and leaders from across the Secondary sector looking for evidence informed, practical tools and strategies to assess students more efficiently with greater impact.

Aims of the Course

To develop knowledge and understand of effective assessment. To effectively embed low stakes assessment across the curriculum. Teachers and leaders will be able to craft and deploy a range of assessment strategies.

Trainer

Jonny Kay

COURSES

Highly Effective Teaching

Self-Paced | 6 Modules | 3 Hours/Module | 18 Hours

Programme Overview

This course covers six key elements of highly effective teaching classroom management, engagement, challenge, feedback, questioning, and metacognition/impact—which can be accessed anytime, in any order, to suit teachers’ needs.

Target Audience

Newly qualified teachers wishing to develop an area of their practice, e.g. their classroom management.

Experienced teachers wishing to develop an area of their practice that they feel could be improved, e.g. questioning and metacognition.

Experienced teachers who are already very competent in a number of areas and wish to become truly outstanding practitioners.

Aims of the Course

This course focuses on six key elements which lead to highly effective teaching: classroom management, engagement, challenge, feedback, questioning and metacognition and measuring impact.

Trainer

Dr. Michael John O'Neill

How to Seed and Water Language Skills in Early Years Arabic Language Acquisition

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course covers child development, the seven areas of learning, and foundational Arabic language skills in early childhood. Teachers will learn to create language-rich FS2 classrooms, use playful and routine-based Arabic activities, and intentionally introduce vocabulary throughout the day. The training also highlights the ten most effective early years and “DAP” teaching strategies, and the cultural and identity-building role of Arabic in young learners’ classrooms.

Target Audience

All Arabic teachers in Early Years

Aims of the Course

Understand key learning areas and language development

Design engaging, real-life Arabic learning experiences

Foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving

Strengthen language skills and expand vocabulary

Integrate early years learning areas through interactive activities

Trainer

Rania Nasr

Impactful Planning: Curriculum Design and Implementation

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This course combines evidence-based insights and practical strategies to help you develop a clear, effective curriculum. You’ll explore key planning principles, set achievable objectives, implement and evaluate plans, and balance long-term goals with daily classroom progress to create engaging, productive learning environments.

Target Audience

Secondary teachers and leaders

Aims of the Course

This comprehensive course aims to equip secondary school teachers and leaders with the skills and strategies necessary for effective planning. Participants will learn to create structured, engaging, and impactful lesson plans, improve their time management, and foster a collaborative learning environment. By the end of this course, you will have the confidence to design and implement a detailed and effective curriculum that meets diverse student needs and aligns with curriculum standards.

Trainer

Jonny Kay

Inspection for Heads of Inclusion

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

The role of the SENCo or Head of Inclusion is a key position within School Leadership and the role has a vital part to play in whole school development. It is vital that SENCos and Heads of Inclusion understand the very specific requirements around leading and managing the inclusion team within a Dubai school and ensuring that the school is complaint with local regulations.

Target Audience

SENCos and HoI who are new to Dubai, new to DSIB / KHDA Inspection or those who wish to review their policies and processes

Aims of the Course

Equip Heads of Inclusion and SENCos with knowledge and confidence to meet Dubai inspection requirements

Enable leaders to self-evaluate, document, and improve support for students with additional needs (SEND, AEN, EAL, ELL, G&T, Medical, Emirati)

Trainer

Louise Dawson

COURSES

Inspection Readiness

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

Preparing for an Inspection by conducting self-evaluation to align with the inspection criteria, training SLT specifically for inspection readiness, ensuring documentation and facilities readiness, implementing a whole school communication plan and aligning school practices with inspection standards for an inspection.

Target Audience

All Staff

Aims of the Course

Equip the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) with the knowledge and skills to understand and prepare effectively for education inspections.

Understand inspection criteria and write SEF/SIP effectively

Conduct self-evaluations to identify improvement areas

Receive targeted training for inspection readiness

Communicate expectations clearly within the team

Align school practices with inspection standards

Trainer

Beth Harris

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (F2F)

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

The Jumpstarting™ Courses for Educators help teachers address diverse student needs, offering solutions for reading, spelling, and numeracy. In-school training and parent workshops support a collaborative, successful learning environment.

Target Audience

Early years, primary, inclusion officers and staff, school leaders and any secondary teaching staff who are working with struggling students

Aims of the Course

Uses a visual approach to develop and control students’ mental imagery for words

Supports entry into an effective learning state

Helps students understand personal learning strategies

Fosters metacognition to refine strategies and boost academic success

Complements conventional phonics programs

Includes session plans for interventions and mainstream classrooms, especially Reception and Early Years

Trainer

Sara Haboubi

Jumpstarting Word and Number Skills (Self-Paced)

Self-Paced | 8 Sessions | 8 Hours

Programme Overview

An eight-hour pre-recorded course with student tasks, module assessments, and a reflection journal. Offers strategies for reading, spelling, and numeracy, plus optional in-school training and parent workshops to support a collaborative learning environment.

Target Audience

ALL staff, EYFS, primary

Aims of the Course

Visual approach to develop and control mental imagery for words

Supports students’ entry into an effective learning state

Aids understanding of personal learning strategies

Fosters metacognition to refine strategies and boost academic success

Complements conventional phonics programs

Includes session plans for interventions and mainstream classrooms, especially Reception and Early Years

Trainer

Sara Haboubi

COURSES

Leading Change in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) World

Face-to-Face | 1 Session | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

An intensive, transformative day designed to equip educational leaders with the knowledge, skills, and vision to develop and implement a comprehensive AI strategy for their schools. This workshop will prepare participants to lead their institutions into the future of AI-enhanced education, ensuring they stay ahead of the curve and become centres of excellence in AI integration.

Target Audience

Educational leaders and those leading AI implementation

Aims of the Course

Understand the key components of an effective AI strategy for education

Have a draft AI strategy for their institution

Possess tools and techniques for refining and implementing their strategy

Be equipped to lead AI integration and innovation in their schools

Have a network of like-minded educational leaders to support ongoing development

Trainer

Dan Fitzpatrick

COURSES

Leading for Success: Empowering School Leaders to Drive Excellence

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This interactive experience is designed for school and corporate leaders seeking to enhance focus, efficiency, and effectiveness. Participants explore key strategies to cultivate a culture of excellence, empower every pupil, strengthen leadership teams, and drive meaningful change.

Target Audience

EYFS, Primary, Secondary Leaders, Aspiring Leaders

Aims of the Course

Develop key principles to foster a culture of excellence, lead high-performing teams, and empower team members. Gain self-awareness of leadership style, create a growth plan, and leave with the skills and confidence to drive meaningful, data-informed change.

Trainer

George Athanasiou

COURSES

Leading with Purpose: Effective Leadership in Early Childhood Education

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This training supports early years leaders and managers to strengthen their leadership skills, build confident teams, and drive continuous improvement across their setting. Combining practical strategies with real case studies, the course equips leaders with the tools to inspire, motivate, and create a culture of excellence in early years provision.

Target Audience

Nursery and school leaders (Principals, Vice-Principals, EY Coordinators)

Early childhood managers and supervisors

Aspiring leaders in early years education

Aims of the Course

Develop leadership skills tailored to early childhood contexts

Enhance team building and staff motivation strategies

Strengthen decision-making and problem-solving as a leader

Promote a shared vision of quality and improvement across the setting

Trainer

Sharron Fogarty

Learning Behaviours

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Promote active engagement and exploration in learning

Cultivate curiosity and investigative skills

Enhance collaboration and communication among learners

Target Audience

EYFS foundation

Pre-kindergarten to Year 1 senior leaders, teachers

Aims of the Course

Understand theories and principles of child development, behaviour, and learning

Analyse and interpret children’s behaviours in various educational contexts

Develop practical skills in observing, documenting, and identifying behavioural patterns and triggers

Explore strategies and interventions to support learning, cognitive growth, social skills, and emotional well-being

Foster positive and inclusive classroom environments

Trainer

Beth Harris

COURSES

Let Go and Lighten Up

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

The 'Let Go & Lighten Up' workshop will support teams to explore the importance of well being and find ways to reduce stress. With guided meditation, relaxation exercises and thoughts to take away, your team will leave feeling refreshed and ready to take on the challenges they face. Developed to support Leaders, Practitioners and staff from educational settings.

Target Audience

All staff members can access this event including teachers, leaders, support staff, catering staff, premises

Aims of the Course

Reduce Stress: Gentle yoga and relaxation techniques to calm mind and body

Enhance Focus: Boost concentration, energy, and classroom performance

Improve Emotional Balance: Stretch, meditation, and relaxation to build resilience and positive relationships

Rejuvenate: Relax and recharge to return refreshed and revitalised

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Maths Movers – Movement Matters

E-Learning | 1 Session | 1.5 Hours

Programme Overview

A highly engaging course to develop an understanding in how movement is vital for developing maths concepts. This course will provide you with the skills to create an engaging curriculum to enhance mathematical learning.

Target Audience

EYFS teachers, EY/KG Teachers, KS1, FS1 and FS2, EYFS support staff, nursery daycare managers, and staff

Aims of the Course

Maths is all around us – make it real! Make Maths concrete and tangible

Activities to support mathematical understanding

Physical Sequencing; time, past, present, and future Reflection on practice

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Maximising and Engaging a Deeper Understanding of Physical Education in Schools

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Learners will explore long-term development and how curriculum design impacts engagement and progress, while considering alternative approaches that connect the long-term athlete development model to a mastery-based approach. They will also gain practical strategies for delivering a mastery-based curriculum tailored to their school context.

Target Audience

This CPD opportunity is open to all staff working in the Physical Education setting

Aims of the Course

Develop a deeper understanding of the long-term development of young people. Explore the theoretical principles of mastery-based learning and how this can impact long-term development Apply theoretical principles to curriculum design.

Trainer

Paul Quinn

Metacognition in Action

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Learners will explore long-term development and how curriculum design impacts engagement and progress, while considering alternative approaches that connect the long-term athlete development model to a mastery-based approach. They will also gain practical strategies for delivering a mastery-based curriculum tailored to their school context.

Target Audience

This CPD opportunity is open to all staff working in the Physical Education setting

Aims of the Course

Develop a deeper understanding of the long-term development of young people. Explore the theoretical principles of mastery-based learning and how this can impact long-term development Apply theoretical principles to curriculum design.

Trainer

Beth Harris

COURSES

Middle Leader Mastery

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

This dynamic and immersive programme is designed to support those who are new to or aspiring to middle leadership and management roles, or those looking to refresh and upskill themselves in an ever-changing world. It aims to challenge and disrupt current thinking patterns, learn from best practices, make clear the roles and responsibilities of a ‘great’ leader and to empower managers to take employee engagement and inclusion into their own hands and shape the environment in which they wish to work.

Target Audience

Those who are new to or aspiring to middle leadership and management roles or those looking to refresh and upskill themselves in an ever -changing world.

Aims of the Course

Be courageous: step back and question daily mindsets and behaviours

Be patient: accept that meaningful change takes time

Be disciplined: practise personal development and self-improvement consistently until desired growth is achieved

Trainer

Jules Murray

COURSES

Mindfulness and Self-Care for Teachers

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

Define Mindfulness and Mindful teacher for effective learning.

Practice and explore a range of mindful techniques.

Look at linking different mindfulness techniques to a range of personalities and situations.

Research based Mindfulness and self care practice in the classroom.

Target Audience

School Staff and school support staff working with children and young people.

All Primary and Secondary school staff working with children would benefit from the Adlerian approach to building resilience.

Aims of the Course

To explore and understand the dynamics and benefits of mindfulness through a range of experiential tasks developing the mindful teacher.

Trainer

Suzanne Pearson

COURSES

Motivating Reluctant Readers

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This course will consider ways to make reading more accessible to these students and how we might boost their intrinsic motivation and self-esteem using alternative approaches. Some ideas will be based upon case studies gathered for the book “Playing Games in the School Library” Facet 2021 written by Sarah Pavey.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians or teachers who wish to find out ways to engage more reluctant students with reading for pleasure, reading for information and improving their attitudes to literacy

Aims of the Course

Learn of the barriers that can prevent some students engaging with reading and develop techniques based on sound pedagogical theory to overcome these challenges, setting students on a more productive pathway to literacy

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

Music and Movement for SEND

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course focuses on boosting overall literacy skills through physical development, using physical skills as a foundation for fine motor development. Participants will explore the benefits of movement and its impact on learning, gaining an understanding of sensory motor integration and sensory processing. They will also learn how music and movement can support and benefit all children in their learning journey.

Target Audience

EYFS & KS1 TAs, HLTA’s, teachers, SLT, classroom based staff, PE staff, SEND, SENCo

Aims of the Course

Staff will discover inspirational ways to boost early writing skills

Staff will develop a holistic approach to learning

Staff will gain more confidence to plan and deliver high quality active learning provision

Delegates will develop an understanding of the sensory systems and how music and movement can integrate the primitive reflexes

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Negotiation Skills – How to be a Great Negotiator

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This workshop will introduce you to the main principles of effective negotiation and help you develop the skills needed to achieve a successful outcome.

Target Audience

ALL SECTORS

Anyone who has a reason or a desire to negotiate: – SLT – Admin Teams – Procurement

– Accounts – Teachers. Whether you are negotiating a discount, a work assignment, a team activity or a child’s behaviour this course if for you.

Aims of the Course

To build confidence in being an effective Negotiator

To discover possible outcomes and explore influencing strategies

Trainer

Jules Murray

Number Skills

E-Learning | 4 Hours| 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

These comprehensive courses offer innovative solutions to tackle challenges in reading, spelling, and handwriting, empowering educators to foster academic success for every learner.

Target Audience

Early years, primary, inclusion officers and staff, school leaders and any secondary teaching staff who are working with struggling students

Aims of the Course

The Jumpstarting™ Process underscores a visual approach that educates students on developing and controlling their utilization of mental imagery for words. Beyond bolstering mental imagery skills, the system assists in:

Helping students’ entry into an effective learning state.

Unveiling students’ internal mental processes, aiding their comprehension of individual learning strategies.

Fostering metacognition by pinpointing strengths and refining ineffective strategies to foster greater academic success.

Trainer

Sara Haboubi

Oracy and Group Work Skills

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This full-day training session provides a dynamic blend of research insights, practical strategies, and hands-on activities designed to enhance oracy and group work in the classroom. Participants will explore the latest research on the impact of oracy on learning and cognition, gaining a deeper understanding of why speaking and listening skills are fundamental to student success.

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

The course will interweave theories of learning to read and match this against current practice. It will help educators to understand what ‘reading’’ actually means and how we develop confident, lifelong readers. It will offer practical advice in how to apply theory and research into practice.

Outstanding PD Day for Administrative Teams: Elevating the Customer Experience

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This programme is designed to take an inside-out approach on the connections and memorable interactions we make along the customer journey. It is intended to promote awareness of best practise, make clear the school’s purpose and to empower people to take customer service into their own hands and shape the environment they wish to work in.

Target Audience

Any school personnel looking to improve their customer service delivery and build great parent relationships: admissions, registrar, marketing, receptionist, accountant/bursar, secretaries/PA, support staff and senior leadership teams

Aims of the Course

This workshop builds the skills, knowledge, and processes needed to ensure effective communication across all departments. From handling enquiries and complaints to raising parent awareness, participants will gain the confidence to achieve clear, consistent results in both written and spoken communication.

Trainer

Jules Murray

COURSES

Personalities in the Classroom: Improving Wellbeing and Behaviour Using The True Colours Personality Programme

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

The course teaches a different way to build relationships with pupils. I have worked with many schools in the UK around True Colours in the Class with great feedback. This course is a different way to build relationships and deal with Behaviour in the class.

Target Audience

All primary and secondary school staff working with children

Aims of the Course

To understand the key ingredients of True Colours, how it applies to wellbeing and self-esteem.

To identify the link between personality type and building successful relationships with students. This course helps you get the best from the student and the class.

Trainer

Suzanne Pearson

COURSES

Planning Assessment in Physical Education

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Learners will explore frameworks that can be applied in a PE setting to effectively engage all pupils, while also having the opportunity to critically review their own pedagogical approaches. They will leave with practical ideas for adaptive teaching tailored to their individual school context.

Target Audience

This CPD opportunity is open to all staff working in the Physical Education setting

Aims of the Course

Develop a theoretical understanding of effective formative and summative assessment approaches. Apply theoretical principles to curriculum design and lesson delivery. Critically evaluate your assessment processes and impact.

Trainer

Paul Quinn

COURSES

Positive Behaviour, Positive Outcomes: Managing Behaviour in the Early Years

Face-to-Face | 1 Session | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

This practical training supports early years practitioners in understanding the roots of children’s behaviour and applying positive, age-appropriate strategies to guide and support them. By focusing on connection, consistency, and understanding, participants will gain the confidence to manage challenging behaviour, promote self-regulation, and create a safe, supportive environment where all children can thrive.

Target Audience

Early childhood educators, FS1–FS2/KG1–KG2 teachers, nursery leaders and managers

Support staff and teaching assistants working with children aged 2–6 years

Aims of the Course

To understand behaviour as a form of communication in young children

To equip educators with practical strategies for guiding positive behaviour

To build consistency in routines, expectations, and responses across the setting

To strengthen relationships with children through connection and empathy

Trainer

Sharron Fogarty

COURSES

Practical Strategies to Bring Purpose and Meaning Back to Writing

E-Learning | 8 Hours | 4 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

Discover proven strategies to help children love writing through Write Inspired’s core principles:

Ideas & Focus – spark and develop creative ideas

Organisation – build vocabulary, stories, and grammar through unique tools

Sound & Models – use sound and 3D models to inspire writing

Celebration & Play – make writing fun with projects and engaging environments

Target Audience

All teachers in Primary: KS 1 and 2, English and subject leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

Reignite a love of words and empower children to express themselves with confidence and joy

Learn ideas to create inspiring, engaging writing sessions that improve confidence and attainment in writing

Trainer

Philip Davis

Practical Strategies to Make Learning Skills Evident in the Classroom for Arabic and Islamic Teachers

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This session examines the difference between learning and learning skills, covering critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and digital skills. Participants will explore strategies to develop, showcase, and provide feedback on students’ learning skills through engaging educational experiences.

Target Audience

All Arabic and Islamic education teachersacross all school sectors

Aims of the Course

Enhance teachers’ understanding of learning skills

Equip teachers with strategies to create meaningful learning opportunities

Foster students’ critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, communication, and adaptability

Explore ways to recognise, develop, and encourage learning skills in students

Ensure engaging and impactful experiences that support student growth

Trainer

Rania Nasr

COURSES

Preparing for Inspections by Transforming Pressure into Purposeful Teaching

E-Learning | 1 Hour | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This session equips Classroom Teachers and Heads of Department with practical strategies to prepare for inspections confidently and effectively. It focuses on managing stress and wellbeing, planning purposeful lessons and using data to demonstrate progress. Attendees will learn how to streamline preparation, align teaching with inspection criteria and turn inspection readiness into impactful, high-quality teaching and learning.

Target Audience

Teachers, Middle Leaders and, potentially, Senior Leaders preparing for upcoming inspections

Aims of the Course

Empower teachers and leaders with time and workload strategies

Provide tools for purposeful, low-stakes lessons aligned with inspection criteria

Use data effectively to track progress and show impact

Streamline preparation into meaningful teaching and learning practices

Build confidence in leading and teaching with clarity during inspections

Trainer

Sarah Towlson

Preparing for School Inspections (Inclusion and Preparing for Inspection)

Face-to-Face | 4 Hours | 4 x 1 Hour Sessions |

Programme Overview

This course looks at understanding the journey that Dubai has been on and takes an in depth look at the documentation provided by KHDA to guide Inclusion within schools. We will also look at how to use that documentation to Audit the department, create a robust Strategic Action Plan and a clearly evidenced Self Evaluation.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school staff who have an interest in students with additional needs, whether they are already identified with a need, or on their journey. Principals, Senior Leaders, Middle Leaders, Heads of Inclusion, SENCos, Aspiring SENCos

Aims of the Course

Boost the confidence of staff when supporting children with additional needs

Provide an understanding of this History of Inclusion in Dubai and the connected documentation

Enable the Inclusion team in school to create a strong, robust Strategic Action Plan and Self Evaluation documentation

Trainer

Louise Dawson

COURSES

Primary English – Developing Writers with Purpose – KS1

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Within a classroom of children, writing abilities and the understanding of key foundational skills and concepts can vary. Creating opportunities within the writing cycle which seek to support, consolidate and challenge pupils, at their own stages of their writing journeys, empowers them to gain a purposeful understanding of SPaG techniques and concepts.

Target Audience

Key Stage One teachers, teaching assistants

English Subject Leaders, Lead Practitioners

Aims of the Course

Understand the purpose of teaching SPaG and its impact on young writers

Use assessment effectively to guide teaching and progress

Plan purposeful learning experiences for applying SPaG skills

Build confidence in SPaG techniques and methodology

Trainer

Laura Spargo

COURSES

Primary English – Developing Writers with Purpose – KS2

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Within a classroom of children, writing abilities and the understanding of key foundational skills and concepts can vary. Creating opportunities within the writing cycle which seek to support, consolidate and challenge pupils, at their own stages of their writing journeys, empowers them to gain a purposeful understanding of SPaG techniques and concepts.

Target Audience

Key Stage Two teachers, teaching assistants

English Subject Leaders, Lead Practitioners

Aims of the Course

Understand the purpose of teaching SPaG and its impact on young writers

Use assessment effectively to guide teaching and progress

Plan purposeful learning experiences for applying SPaG skills

Build confidence in SPaG techniques and methodology

Trainer

Laura Spargo

Primary Science for Teachers

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Developing a greater understanding of progress within Science, Greater Depth and the teaching of skills.

Target Audience

Primary Subject Leaders or Primary Class Teachers who want to develop their science teaching skills.

Aims of the Course

Teachers will feel confident with regards to the progression of both skills and knowledge outcomes in science and know how to scaffold and stretch their students.

Trainer

Maddison Lewis

Project Based Learning and Language Skills Acquisition for Arabic and Islamic Teachers In Early Years

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This programme is designed to offer hands on learning opportunities through different designed activities to model how teachers can offer all students high level of engagement to keep them focused and motivated.

Target Audience

All Arabic and Islamic education teachersin Early Years

Aims of the Course

Encourage teachers to introduce PBL to enhance students’ learning experiences through strong links to students’ daily life and connections to everything around them. This training will help teachers in designing engaging activities that require students to use their language skills frequently in communicating their knowledge, understanding, and newly acquired skills.

Trainer

Rania Nasr

COURSES

Providing Teaching Assistants with Tools to Support All

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This training programme equips teaching assistants with the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a sustained difference. Delegates will develop skills to recognise and respond to individual student needs, tailoring support to enable progress. The course highlights the value of effective feedback, relationship-building and collaborative approaches that help students take ownership of their learning.

Target Audience

Secondary teaching assistants

Aims of the Course

This practical course is designed to support and enhance Teaching Assistant impact in the classroom, providing you with a range of strategies to support all learners to become independent and confident in developing.

Trainer

Jonny Kay

Really Useful Cataloguing for Librarians

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session COURSES

Programme Overview

This course explores arranging library stock, focusing on adapting the Dewey Decimal System for different age groups and school needs. Participants will learn effective cataloguing, improving digital media visibility, and maximising LMS potential.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians or teachers with responsibility for managing resources in a library who wish to know more about how cataloguing and classification systems can be used within the school environment. Learn how to teach order in the library to students in an engaging way that is practical and interactive.

Aims of the Course

Use classification systems to make resources easily findable Understand and teach the Dewey Decimal System

Use keywords and subject headings to aid resource discovery

Leverage library management system features to enhance teaching, learning, and reading for pleasure

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

COURSES

Review of School Provision for EAL Learners

Bespoke | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This is a brand new and bespoke in school training programme that is conducted in review format over 1 day (plus half day for writing notes and report). The outcome, following a positive and affirming review, will be a written report that details what the school currently offers, any suggested improvements or next step guidance.

Target Audience

Senior leadership, middle leaders, EAL Coordinators/Heads of EAL

Aims of the Course

Our bespoke EAL Review provides a “fresh eyes ” assessment of your EAL provision through a friendly, collaborative process. It begins with prearrival and staff confidence questionnaires to guide planning. Beth spends a day and a half in school meeting staff, observing lessons, and touring the campus. Informal feedback is given to SLT, followed by a full written report with detailed next steps within 14 days.

Trainer

Beth Southern

Roles and

Responsibilities

of Teachers in Preventing Substance Misuse

Self-Paced | 1 Session | 3 Hours

Programme Overview

This course includes information about the different types of substance, your role and responsibility as a person that works with young people and methods to support young people.

Guest Trainer: Riaz Jamadar

Target Audience

All educators from support staff to leadership.

Aims of the Course

Develop your understanding of the UAE context for preventing substance Misuse.

To introduce a variety of documents and frameworks that empower your knowledge to support young people.

Trainer

Louise Dawson

School Leadership and Management for School Improvement in the UAE: Enhancing Educational Standards

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

This two-day programme equips school leaders to drive improvement and inspection readiness, covering strategic leadership, accountability, capacity building, and sustainable development, using practical tools, case studies, and live modelling.

Target Audience

Senior Leadership Teams (including Heads, Deputy Heads, Assistant Heads, and Directors of Education)

Aims of the Course

To equip the Senior Leadership Team with the strategic insight and operational tools needed to drive school improvement and confidently prepare for inspections by aligning all school systems with inspection expectations

Trainer

Beth Harris

Skills for Mastering Time, Delegation and Feedback

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This training builds skills in time management, organisation, and resilience, while adopting performance as a system. Participants will learn to delegate with SMART objectives, plan effectively with clear measures, and foster accountability. The programme also highlights seeing feedback as a gift and embracing excellence in both giving and receiving it.

Target Audience

All sectors – Leadership team, middle leaders, supervisory levels

Aims of the Course

With NLP based, collaborative, interactive activities and facilitated discussions, this programme aims to provide key tips and techniques to 3 most popular areas: Improved time management, planning and preparation for effective delegation, and how to give and receive sensory-evidenced feedback.

Trainer

Jules Murray

COURSES

Sounds like Success: Building Phonemic Awareness

Face-to-Face | 1 Session| 4 Hours

Programme Overview

This training explores phonemic awareness as the foundation of early literacy. Participants will learn the sequence of skill development, evidence-based strategies, and practical techniques for sound recognition, blending, and segmenting through interactive, hands-on activities and resource sharing.

Target Audience

Early childhood educators, Foundation Stage/KG1–KG2 teachers, learning support assistants Speech and language practitioners, education professionals working with children aged 3–6 years in schools or nurseries

Aims of the Course

Build understanding of phonemic awareness in early literacy. Outline phonemic skill development for ages 3–6. Equip educators with practical, engaging strategies. Integrate phonemic awareness into daily teaching and play.

Trainer

Sharron Fogarty

Storytelling Skills for Librarians

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

This course will equip school librarians with the knowledge and skills to effectively engage students through storytelling. By understanding the importance of storytelling in education, we can create meaningful learning experiences in the library or after-school clubs. Developing storytelling skills and techniques helps captivate students’ attention, promotes literacy, and fosters a love for reading.

Target Audience

Primary and Secondary School librarians who wish to learn more about using storytelling as a medium for engagement with reading and literacy through delivery themselves or for setting up a club for students.

Aims of the Course

Understand the role of storytelling in engaging students

Develop storytelling skills using voice, gestures, and pacing

Learn to select and adapt stories for different ages and interests

Explore interactive strategies with props, visuals, and technology to enhance storytelling

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

COURSES

Super Scribers – Early Writing and Storytelling Skills

E-Learning| 1 Session | 1.5 Hours

Programme Overview

A highly engaging course to develop children’s early writing and storytelling skills, using a music and movement philosophy

This course will provide you with the skills to create an engaging curriculum to enhance learning and well-being

Target Audience

EYFS Teachers, Early Years/KG teachers, KS1, FS1 and FS2, EYFS support staff, nursery daycare managers, and staff

Aims of the Course

Movement as a precursor to early mark making

Early childhood muscle development

Supporting the shoulder girdle

Using music and singing for language acquisition

Introduction to syllabology

Storytelling with music

Reflection on practice

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Supporting the Social, Emotional Mental Health of Children and Young People in Schools

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

This course examines the factors shaping young people’s behaviour and introduces practical approaches for positive change. Participants will explore motivation, communication, emotional growth, and counselling skills in educational settings, while gaining insight into the principles of circle time and group work.

Target Audience

This training supports staff in promoting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people. Open to all primary and secondary school staff, it combines theory with practical techniques for effective one-to-one and small group work, and is suitable for both newcomers to SEMH and those with pastoral experience.

Aims of the Course

Participants will reflect on their practice, explore approaches to supporting SEMH, identify personal development areas, and apply new counselling techniques relevant to their work with children and young people.

Trainer

Claire Wong

Survive as a Subject Leader

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This program will equip you with valuable insights, strategies and resources to feel prepared for any challenge, including Ofsted inspections. Most of all, learn to be efficient and maximise your impact. Benefit from George’s extensive experience and wisdom and take your leadership skills to the next level.

Target Audience

EYFS/Primary/Secondary

Subject Leaders, Middle Leaders, Senior Leadership, Aspiring Leaders, Teachers

Aims of the Course

Gain a deeper understanding of the key skills and knowledge required to be a confident and effective subject leader. Participants will develop practical strategies and resources to overcome common challenges and maximise their impact as a subject leader. Participants will leave the course feeling empowered to take control of their subject leadership role, equipped with the skills and confidence to succeed in any situation, including reviews and inspections.

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Teaching for Progress: Effective Lesson Design and Student Thinking

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

This programme helps teachers shift from task completion to fostering learner ownership. Through research-informed strategies, it provides practical frameworks for designing purposeful lessons, promoting progress, managing behaviour, and embedding reflection, questioning, and assessment for learning.

Target Audience

Classroom teachers, subject leaders, and middle leaders across all phases who want to strengthen lesson design, progress tracking, and student engagement.

Aims of the Course

Plan and deliver high-quality lessons

Engage and challenge all learners

Embed metacognitive and reflective practice

Create calm, purposeful classrooms

Grow through ongoing reflection and development

Trainer

Beth Harris

COURSES

Teacher Observation Skills in the Classroom

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Effective Observation Techniques: Introducing practical observation methods and tools to effectively monitor and document children’s behaviours, interactions, and progress

Using Observation Data to Inform Planning: Demonstrating how to analyse observation data to tailor learning experiences, activities, and the curriculum to meet individual and group needs.

Target Audience

EYFS Foundation

Pre kindergarten to Year 1

Aims of the Course

Interpret and analyse assessment data to identify student progress, learning needs, and areas for growth

Use assessment insights to adapt teaching, differentiate instruction, and personalise learning experiences

Collaboratively apply assessment data to inform curriculum planning, refine content, and develop targeted interventions and enrichment activities

Trainer

Beth Harris

Teaching Research Skills to Primary and Junior Students

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This course will cover the basics of good research practice and how we can teach these skills to primary and junior students.

Target Audience

Primary or junior school librarians or teachers wanting to know more about teaching the research and write up process to younger students for project-based learning.

Aims

of the Course

Understanding how to guide students through the research and write up process for project-based learning.

Becoming more aware of available inquiry models on which to scaffold learning.

Gaining knowledge of sources of information and how it can be collected.

Knowing how to teach evaluation of the information found.

Synthesising projects using multiple sources of information including visual material.

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

Training to Understand how to Adapt Teaching to Include Every Student

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Understand and apply the principles of adaptive teaching in diverse classrooms

Implement inclusive strategies to meet the needs of all students

Assess and respond to diverse learning needs effectively

Create and maintain an inclusive, engaging learning environment where every student feels valued

Target Audience

All staff – teachers, SENCos, leaders, support staff

Aims of the Course

This course equips educators to understand and apply adaptive teaching, explore practical inclusive strategies, and consider diverse student needs to ensure equitable learning. Participants will also learn to create and sustain inclusive, engaging classrooms where every student feels valued and motivated.

COURSES

Trainer George Athanasiou

COURSES

Teaching with Confidence – Simple Strategies for a More Positive

Classroom Experience

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Designed to support teachers in rediscovering their joy and passion in the classroom –retaining practitioners. The focus is on reminding teachers of simple, effective strategies that have a positive impact on pupil outcomes, so they can feel more confident and reignite their passion.

Target Audience

EYFS/Primary/Secondary

Teachers who would like to enrich and refresh their practice. Practitioners aspiring to teach

Aims of the Course

Reflect on personal sources of motivation and joy in teaching to renew purpose and enthusiasm

Learn and apply effective strategies to enhance teaching and improve pupil outcomes

Build confidence and autonomy in impacting students’ learning

Leave feeling engaged, motivated, and equipped to sustain passion for teaching

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Teamworking and Networking for the School Librarian

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course will help delegates understand the process and to put theory into practice to maximise the chances of success.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians who wish to learn more about communication skills and working within teams. This course will also be suitable for library team leaders.

Aims of the Course

This course draws upon that experience looking at how the school librarian can manage their own library staff and also considers the role they may play collaborating with other members of the wider school community. Successful communication plays an important role in ensuring positive impact of library services. The course will cover different team scenarios as well as looking at skills needed as both a team leader and as a team member.

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

The Art and Science of Primary Reading – How to Engage and Create Lifelong Readers

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This is a full day’s course and will offer practical strategies in implementing Christopher Such’s research into the Art and Science of Primary reading. It will unpick the research, consider current reading practices and explore some myth busting around learning to be a reader and teaching reading. It will then consider how the research can be implemented into practice.

Target Audience

Primary Teachers, English and subject Leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

The course will interweave theories of learning to read and match this against current practice. It will help educators to understand what ‘reading’’ actually means and how we develop confident, lifelong readers. It will offer practical advice in how to apply theory and research in to practice.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

The Indispensable School Librarian Skills

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Hour Sessions

Programme Overview

This course enables library staff to understand the need, and how to maximise the impact, of the librarian and the library for which they are responsible. The course will also cover policy development and making a library innovative by exploring ideas and initiatives within this framework.

Target Audience

School librarians or library assistants in either primary or secondary schools (or both) who wish to develop their libraries to give more impact within the school and to support teaching and learning and the wider aims of the school community.

Aims of the Course

Understand how the library and staff can support whole-school needs

Develop strategies to be visible during inspections and support senior leadership

Draft a library development plan that impacts teaching and learning

Plan a resource collection policy

Gain ideas for inspiration and innovation in school libraries

Trainer Sarah Pavey

The Playful School Library

E-Learning | 4 Hours | 2 x 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

This course will help delegates use their creativity to design games for use for specific learning outcomes. Although the examples will be drawn from library-based topics there will be opportunities for the principles to be applied in any subject area and any age group but rooted in pedagogical theory.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians or teachers wanting to know more about and gain practical experience of how to teach through the medium of game-based learning or gamification or how to use such initiatives as a promotional tool for the library.

Aims of the Course

Apply game-based learning strategies from theory and practice

Understand gamification vs. game-based learning

Explore oracy, role play, non-digital, and digital games

Focus on engagement, learning outcomes, and library promotion

Trainer Sarah Pavey

Time & Stress Management with Personal Resilience

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course helps participants work more efficiently by leveraging resources and strengths, improving wellness and resilience, rethinking prioritisation, removing obstacles, and delivering tasks or projects with less time and effort.

Target Audience

Anyone looking to improve their time and stress management

Aims of the Course

Stop wasting time and increase productivity

Identify and use available resources effectively

Build wellness and personal resilience

Rethink prioritisation and workflow for efficiency

Leverage team and personal strengths

Overcome obstacles that delay progress

Deliver tasks or projects using fewer resources and less time

Trainer

Jules Murray

Training for International School Librarians on how to be Creative

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course is designed specifically for school librarians working in international settings who want to step beyond routine and infuse their practice with fresh, imaginative thinking. Whether you ’ re already confident in your creative skills or feel you ’ ve lost touch with that part of yourself, this course will reignite your curiosity, resourcefulness and joy in your work.

Target Audience

School librarians and library staff primary, middle or secondary

Aims of the Course

Understand creativity concepts and their relevance for school librarians

Apply creative thinking strategies to library tasks and challenges

Experiment with innovative approaches to problem-solving, resource curation, and student engagement

Develop confidence to encourage creativity in students, colleagues, and the school community

Trainer

Sarah Pavey

COURSES

Thinking through Philosophy – Using Dialogic Teaching Skills

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This full-day training session will explore how philosophical thinking can enrich learning in the primary classroom, helping children develop deeper reasoning, critical thinking, and dialogue skills. Through a combination of research insights, practical strategies, and hands-on activities, teachers will gain the confidence to facilitate rich philosophical discussions that engage and challenge learners.

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum Leads

Aims of the Course

Understand philosophy’s role in primary education and its impact on learning

Apply strategies to enhance reasoning, oracy, and critical thinking

Facilitate enquiry with stories, images, and real-world dilemmas

Use questioning techniques to spark deep thinking and dialogue

Gain hands-on experience in creating thinking-rich classrooms

Embed philosophy across the curriculum to foster curiosity and collaboration

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

Training for Teachers to Ensure Students are Emotionally Regulated and Ready to Engage with their Learning

E-Learning | 1 Session | 2 Hours

Programme Overview

Understand low level behaviour

Understand how to self- regulate

Explore strategies to regulate dysregulated pupils

Being proactive over reactive

Target Audience

All staff

Teachers, SENCos, leaders, support staff

Aims of the Course

Understand low-level behaviour, its causes, and when support is needed

Develop self-regulation to manage emotional responses calmly

Apply practical strategies to help pupils regain focus and resilience

Use proactive approaches to prevent disruptions and promote positive behaviour

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Training for Early Years Framework – Preparing for Practice and Inspection

Face-to-Face | 2 Days | 2 Sessions

Programme Overview

Preparing for an Inspection by conducting self-evaluation to align with the inspection criteria, training all staff specifically for inspection readiness, ensuring documentation and facilities readiness, implementing a whole school development plan and aligning nursery practices with inspection standards for an inspection.

Target Audience

SLT and managers and leaders of Early Years

Aims of the Course

Introduce practitioners and apprentices to Early Years Framework

Support effective implementation across practice areas

Clarify roles in delivering high-quality early education and care

Prepare settings for inspection by understanding key expectations

Promote continuous improvement and high standards in early years provision

Trainer

Beth Harris

COURSES

Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Train the Trainer

Face-to-Face | 1 Session | 4 Hours

Programme Overview

An intensive, transformative day designed to equip your selected staff with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become AI trainers within your school. This comprehensive programme, led by Dan Fitzpatrick, will prepare participants to effectively train and influence colleagues in the adoption and implementation of cutting-edge AI tools that deliver real impact in the classroom.

Target Audience

Educators training their colleagues in using AI

Aims of the Course

Deliver AI workshops and practical activities for educators

Address AI concerns and teach key AI skills and tools

Manage AI-driven changes and create a strategic adoption plan

Act as AI champions, leading improvements in teaching and learning

Trainer

Dan Fitzpatrick

Training in Physical Education for Early Childhood

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This practical, interactive course will enable delegates to gain confidence in the areas of Early childhood physical activity and PE

Target Audience

EYFS/KS1/PE/sport/kindergarten/nursery/FS1 FS2 educators, SLT, HLTA, sports and PE leads

Aims of the Course

To embed early years principles into PE provision and Movement play

To provide a thorough understanding on how best to support young children’s physical skills and development

To develop confidence and creativity within lesson planning

To enable delegates to understand the value of stage not age of development

Trainer

Helen Battelley

Training to Understand How to Re-Engage Students and Manage Behaviour When it Disrupts Learning

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

Exploration of behaviour management strategies

Causes of low level behaviour and what is being communicated.

Engagement techniques

Self regulation as practitioners

Target Audience

All staff

Teachers, SENCos, leaders, support staff

Aims of the Course

Explore evidence-based behaviour management strategies for lowlevel disruptions

Understand the underlying causes of student behaviour with empathy

Implement engagement techniques to keep students actively involved

Develop self-regulation skills to model calm, effective classroom behaviour

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Understanding Autism for Teachers

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

What is Autism?

Characteristics of Autism

How is Autism often displayed?

Ideas & Strategies to ensure success

Accommodation and Environmental planning

Target Audience

All staff

Teachers, SENCos, leaders, support staff

Aims of the Course

Build understanding of autism and its diverse characteristics

Identify and analyse key traits impacting learning and social interaction

Apply strategies and accommodations for inclusive, supportive classrooms

Foster practices that celebrate neurodiversity and promote acceptance

Trainer

George Athanasiou

Understanding and Dealing with Challenging Behaviour

E-Learning/Face-to-Face | 4.5 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This programme helps staff understand the reasons behind behaviour and apply effective classroom strategies based on Adlerian psychology. It covers the four key goals of children’s behaviour—attention, power, revenge, and discouragement—and translates research into practical applications to support teaching. Widely used in the UK, USA, and beyond, it comes highly recommended by teachers.

Target Audience

School Staff and school support staff working with children and young people. Especially useful for those working in a team, teachers responsible for life skills, character development and resilience.

Aims of the Course

Understand the reasons behind challenging behaviour using Adlerian Psychology

Trainer

Suzanne Pearson

COURSES

Using Creative Arts to Improve Primary Writing

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course explores how the creative arts – drama, visual art, music, and movement – can be used as powerful tools to enhance writing in the primary classroom. By engaging children’s imaginations, emotions, and senses, creative arts can unlock ideas, build confidence, and support the development of vocabulary, structure, and voice in writing.

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

Explore how creative arts enhance engagement, imagination, and expression in primary writing. Develop teachers’ confidence with practical strategies using art, drama, music, and movement to support writing across genres. Promote a joyful, inclusive classroom culture that strengthens vocabulary, structure, and narrative skills.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

COURSES

Using Drama Across All Subjects

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This is a full day’s course and will offer practical strategies in using Drama as a tool to motivate and engage Primary aged learners to enhance creativity and improve oracy, reading and writing skills and critical thinking and cognition across all Primary subjects.

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

The course will interweave theories of learning, research in using drama to improve cognition and motivation and teach practical strategies. An interactive Worksop will leave participants raring to use the strategies in the classroom and feel uplifted, inspired and motivated.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

Using Drama in English

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

A practical course exploring how to use drama in primary English teaching and how we can motivate learners and improve attainment

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

The course will interweave theories of learning, research in English teaching and practical strategies.

An interactive Worksop will leave participants raring to use the strategies in the classroom and feel uplifted, inspired and motivated.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

Using Generative AI with Effect in the School Library: A Beginner’s Guide

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course will explore the origins of this technology and then show you how to write an effective prompt to ensure the best possible results that save you time! We will also look at the different types of product that are available for creating both text and images, giving you insight into the best AI choice for the task you need to achieve. This could be a dynamic poster, a guide to using a library resource, your annual report – there are no limits.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians who wish to learn more about generative AI products and how they can be used with effect to simplify tasks and save time in the library.

Aims of the Course

This course considers how generative AI products have developed and how the different tools can be used to enhance librarian services and outputs. As a beginner’s guide it will cover basic steps such as effective prompt creation and will explore both text and images.

Trainer Sarah Pavey

COURSES

Using Short Film in Primary English to Improve Reading and Writing

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course shows how short films can enhance reading and writing in the primary classroom. Using rich visual storytelling, films develop key comprehension skills and provide engaging stimuli for a range of writing tasks. Teachers gain practical strategies and confidence to harness film’s creative potential, motivating learners and improving literacy outcomes.

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

Demonstrate how short films enhance reading comprehension and writing outcomes.

Provide practical strategies for using film to develop inference, prediction, sequencing, empathy, and rich writing.

Promote inclusive practice and inspire a love of language and storytelling through visual literacy.

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

COURSES

Using Technology and Digital Products with Effect in the School Library

E-Learning | 2 Hours | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course will consider how we can impact on our school community through the use of carefully chosen software and hardware within information literacy and reading for pleasure. We will also look at how technology can be used within physical and virtual libraries to encourage use outside the curriculum.

Target Audience

Primary and secondary school librarians who have responsibility for choosing technical and digital products for use in their school library or who wish to find out more about how it might be used.

Aims of the Course

This course draws upon that experience looking at the application of digital initiatives for the learning environment and takes some examples from her recently published book. Sarah is passionate about the use of technology within school libraries and believes that library staff can be the drivers of innovation and inspiration. The course will provide a taster of how this might be achieved.

Trainer Sarah Pavey

Wellbeing and Resilience

Self-Paced | 6 Sessions | 6 Modules

Programme Overview

This course explores wellbeing and resilience, helping participants define the concepts, recognise their strengths, and understand both individual and collective aspects of wellbeing.

Target Audience

Teachers of students of all ages, school counsellors, special-needs staff, specialist teachers, school leaders, support staff, parents

Aims of the Course

Understand the nature of wellbeing and resilience.

Appreciate that wellbeing and resilience are connected but not the same.

Practice identifying, naming, and describing wellbeing and resilience strengths.

Develop a repertoire of research-based of strategies for cultivating wellbeing and resilience strengths, for ourselves and with students and colleagues.

Trainer

Natalie Croome

Wellbeing for Teachers – How to use Manifestation and Meditation to Enhance Your Life

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This full-day training course explores manifestation and meditation through a blend of science, theory, guided practice, and reflection, participants will explore how these techniques can improve mental clarity, emotional resilience, and overall wellbeing and as a result have an impact in the classroom and beyond.

Target Audience

Primary teachers, English and subject leads, senior leaders, curriculum leads

Aims of the Course

Understand the science of manifestation and meditation and their impact on wellbeing

Learn techniques to reduce stress, increase focus, and cultivate a positive mindset

Explore how daily meditation supports emotional balance and classroom management

Discover how manifestation can help achieve personal and professional goals

Create an actionable wellbeing plan for daily life

Trainer

Sally Betteridge

Word Skills

E-Learning | 8 Hours | 4 Sessions

Programme Overview

These comprehensive courses offer innovative solutions to tackle challenges in reading, spelling, and handwriting, empowering educators to foster academic success for every learner.

Target Audience

Early years, primary, inclusion officers and staff, school leaders and any secondary teaching staff who are working with struggling students

Aims of the Course

The Jumpstarting™ Process:

Uses a visual approach to develop and control students’ mental imagery for words

Helps students enter an effective learning state

Reveals individual learning strategies and internal thought processes

Fosters metacognition by identifying strengths and improving weaker strategies

Complements traditional phonics programs with session plans for intervention and mainstream classrooms, especially Reception and Early Years

Trainer

Sara Haboubi

Working with EAL Learners: Arrival, Assessment and Achievement

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

An understanding of how best to support those learners at the early stages of learning English, from their arrival and integration to their induction, assessment and intervention. Plus a consideration of common barriers to learning and what we can reasonably expect from learners at different stages of English proficiency.

Target Audience

All staff, EYFS, Primary, Secondary

Teachers, teaching assistants, leaders responsible for EAL provision, EAL coordinators

Aims of the Course

Build confidence in integrating new arrivals

Develop effective admissions and induction processes

Adapt a flow chart to your school’s needs

Identify common learning barriers and red flags for additional needs

Review current practices and potential improvements

Explore scaffolding strategies and effective interventions in lessons

Trainer

Beth Southern

Working with EAL Learners: Closing the Word Gap and Boosting Writing

Face-to-Face | 1 Day | 1 Session

Programme Overview

This course addresses the word gap that so many EAL learners have, how to identify it and how vocabulary can be implemented across a whole school. It also offers practical ideas and guidance as to how to support EAL learners to reach their potential academically without the need for extensive withdrawal or intervention and demonstrates how to use images and video to effectively hook in learners to enable effective writing.

Target Audience

Primary/Secondary teachers, teaching assistants, leaders responsible for EAL provision, EAL coordinators.

Aims of the Course

Build understanding of explicit vocabulary instruction and key academic words

Explore how EAL learners learn to read and common challenges

Use phonics to support language development and writing

Discover practical activities, resources, and multimedia strategies to scaffold writing

Trainer

Beth Southern