This is an opportunity to receive up-to-date guidance on important topics in primary language teaching.
You'll also have a chance to share best practices and discuss challenges with other professionals, helping you to further develop your subject knowledge and leadership skills.
Early Years & Primary
Oracy in Secondary Science
— Science
A national oracy framework has been part of the curriculum review and in secondary science this will support students to deepen learning and thinking.
This session will explore how oracy is currently embedded in science teaching and learning and where there could be opportunities to build science staffs confidence and students skills in lessons with practical applications.
Secondary
Supporting teaching and learning for Neurodivergent children and young people
— SEN
This full day training will explore some of the common neurodivergent conditions seen in our classrooms identifying both strengths and barriers faced by our pupils.
We will identify some practical classroom strategies to enable learners to access teaching and learning within school.
Underpinning the training will be an exploration of executive functioning.
All
Rochdale Local Authority Safeguarding Leaders Network
— Safeguarding
THIS SESION IS FOR SCHOOLS THAT SUBSCRIBE TO THE LOCAL AUTHORITY SAFEGUARDING SLA
FOR ANY SCHOOLS THAT DO NOT SUBSCRIBE TO THE LOCAL AUTHORITY SAFEGUARDING SLA PLEASE BOOK ON THE PM SESSION
The DSL network is a termly opportunity for DSL’s and safeguarding staff in school to come together to share learning and to catch up on all of the updates in the world of safeguarding in school.
All
REAL Trust Safeguarding Leaders Network
— Safeguarding
THIS SESION IS FOR SCHOOLS THAT SUBSCRIBE TO REAL TRUST & ALSO SCHOOLS THAT DO NOT SUBSCRIBE TO THE LOCAL AUTHORITY SAFEGUARDING SLA
IF YOU SUBSCRIBE TO THE LOCAL AUHTORITY SAFEGUARDING SLA PLEASE BOOK ON THE AM SESSION
The DSL network is a termly opportunity for DSL’s and safeguarding staff in school to come together to share learning and to catch up on all of the updates in the world of safeguarding in school.
All
Paediatric First Aid & Emergency First Aid at Work (12-Hour Blended Course)
— Health & Safety
This course combines the 12-hour Paediatric First Aid qualification with the 6-hour Emergency First Aid at Work, enabling you to achieve two nationally recognised qualifications in one day (plus online learning), rather than attending separate courses.
Designed specifically for those working in education and childcare settings, this course equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to respond effectively to emergencies involving adults, children, and infants.
You will complete a 6-hour online learning module at your own pace prior to attending a 6-hour face-to-face practical session, where you will apply your skills in a supportive, hands-on environment.
The link for the online learning module will be sent in good time prior to the practical session
All
Primary Music Subject Leader Network
— Music
This course will include 5 meetings each year and its purpose is to bring Primary School Music Subject Leaders together to share information, resources and good practice.
If you want to continue to develop your music leadership and indeed the musical opportunities you offer to your students, this is the course for you
Early Years & Primary
Primary PE Network Meeting
— PE
Edstart Sports Coaching is launching a series of Primary PE Network Meetings in partnership with the REAL Trust, designed to support PE Leads and school leaders in delivering an outstanding, compliant and future ready PE offer.
Across the year, we’ll explore curriculum development, high impact CPD, upcoming changes to the PE & Sport Premium, and what it truly means to be Ofsted PE Deep Dive ready.
Each session blends practical guidance with strategic insight, giving you the tools, confidence and clarity to strengthen PE across your whole school.
Join a network that builds expertise, shares best practice, and raises standards for every pupil.
Early Years & Primary
OFSTED Updates - Attendance and Behaviour
— OFSTED / Inspection
An online session dedicated to navigating OFSTED’s scrutiny of attendance and behaviour.
We will examine the evidence base behind successful whole-school approaches and how to effectively present your data and narrative to inspectors.
Leaders will explore strategies for demonstrating a positive school culture, analysing behaviour trends, and showing robust, proactive interventions for persistent absence.
All
Designated teachers for cared for children network
— Cared for Children
Our termly Designated Teacher Network meetings provide an excellent opportunity to receive key updates, share effective practice, and connect with colleagues from schools across Rochdale.
The sessions offer practical guidance, professional development, and the latest information to support you in your role as a Designated Teacher for Cared for Children and Previously Looked After Children.
In addition to networking and collaboration opportunities, meetings often feature specialist speakers who share expertise on key areas affecting children and young people's education, wellbeing, attendance, and outcomes.
Whether you are new to the role or an experienced practitioner, the networks provide a valuable forum for learning, discussion, and peer support.
We encourage all Designated Teachers to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen practice and improve outcomes for our children and young people