WIDENING WORLDS Parental Talks 2026/27
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THE BIG 7 - COMMUNITY EVENTS Beyond our educational talks, we love coming together just to connect, celebrate and catch up. We would absolutely love for you to join us at our upcoming community events across 2026 and 2027. Please save the dates below. We can’t wait to see you there!
‘Lifelong learning as a community of parents and caregivers widens everyone's world, and helps navigate things with calm and purpose, feeling informed and building connections along the way.’ Tom Hicks Senior Deputy Head
The Beckwith Saturday 5th September
Carols and Christmas Market Thursday 10th December
FLWC Quiz Night Friday 5th March
Foundation Day Thursday 18th March
Sports Day Friday 23rd April
Foundation Ball Saturday 12th June
Speech Day Saturday 3rd July
Explore the Parental Engagement Programme
PARENTAL ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMME TALK SCHEDULE 2026/27
03 OCT
12 OCT
07
Combatting Misogyny And Supporting Healthy Masculinity With MATT PINKETT 9:30 - 11:30 AM - Gavin Hall
Supporting Your Child Through Mocks And Beyond In Their GCSE Year With RICHARD WHEADON 7:00 - 8:00 PM - Zoom
Supporting Children In Sport With DR JEN HARRIS 9:30 - 11:30 AM - Gavin Hall
NOV
16 JAN
06
Learning Habits: Learning, Thinking And Habit Formation With RICHARD WHEADON 10:00 - 11:15 AM - Gavin Hall
Teenagers’ Online World With CHLOE COMBI 9:30 - 11:00 AM - Gavin Hall
FEB
06 FEB
Natasha Devon is a BBC Bitesize exam stress expert and author of Yes You Can. She delivers engaging talks that help students navigate academic pressure and maintain mental wellbeing.
Learning Habits: Learning, Thinking And Habit Formation Follow-Up With RICHARD WHEADON 10:00 - 11:00 AM - Gavin Hall
*Dates and times are subject to change - for the latest information, please check our webpage via the QR code on the back of this leaflet.
Alicia Drummond is a BACP-accredited counsellor, author, and speaker supporting adolescent wellbeing across schools, companies, and the NHS. She is a regular BBC guest and the founder of Teen Tips. Jeffrey Boakye is an author, educator, and broadcaster exploring race, masculinity, and culture. A Manchester University Senior Teaching Fellow, he wrote Musical Truth and co-presents BBC Radio 4's Add to Playlist. Patrick Foster is a motivational speaker, mental health advocate, and founder of GAM-Ed. Using his addiction recovery experience, he empowers parents to spot hidden struggles and build youth resilience.
12 FEB
13 MAR
18 MAR
23 MAR
Crossroads Foundation Workshop For Staff And Parents With DAVID J BEGBIE
1:30 - 4:00 PM - Gavin Hall
Managing & Reducing Social Ostracism In Teens With DR DOMINIQUE THOMPSON 9:30 - 11:00 AM - Gavin Hall
Revision And Study Skills - Preparing For Exams 4th - U6th With NATASHA DEVON 7:00 - 8:00 PM - Zoom
‘Back From The Brink’: Gambling, Gaming and Financial Risk-Taking Behaviours With PATRICK FOSTER 6:30 - 8:30 PM - Zoom
Chloe Combi is a generational expert helping global brands and governments become future-ready. She is an Independent columnist, podcaster, and author specialising in global future trends and youth culture. Richard Wheadon is an experienced educator and school improvement partner for twelve secondary schools. He speaks internationally, supporting global schools to implement initiatives that foster independent, resilient learners. Dave Parvin, Youth education specialist, delivers vital parental drug awareness seminars to help families spot early signs of substance misuse and build strong, proactive partnerships with schools.
06 MAY
22 MAY
Drug Awareness With DAVE PARVIN 7:30 - 8:30 PM - Gavin Hall
Parenting Teenagers: Navigating Teenage Parties Safely And Responsibly With ALICIA DRUMMOND 9:30 - 11:00 AM - Gavin Hall
09 JUN
Diversity & Inclusion With JEFFREY BOAKYE 7:00 - 8:00 PM - Zoom