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SEND and Adaptive Teaching Strategies

— SEN

  • What is adaptive teaching and how does it apply to pupils with SEND?
  • Teachers and TA’s will undoubtedly have thought about this following the current trend and research around adaptive approaches to teaching, not least because of the references in the NPQ SEN and the Early Careers Framework.
  • This course explores principles of ‘in the moment adaptations’ that may be helpful for pupils with SEND whilst also exploring the continued need to plan a curriculum and lessons that are accessible in the first place.
  • Teaching strategies that are typically helpful for pupils with SEND to access lessons will be shared to support this aim.
  • The ongoing debate around differentiation will also be discussed and guidance provided for teaching and learning priorities set by leaders in education settings.
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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
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Implementing the updated National Curriculum

— History

  • Having a precise understanding of what the curriculum does and does not say
  • Implementing these principles to emphasise your school’s unique context and locality
  • What might this look like with single or mixed-age classes
  • Considering the difference between tweaking, adjusting or changing curriculum elements
  • Throughout the session, Stuart will share tangible examples of how the updated curriculum an be implemented on a classroom and/or school level.
Early Years & Primary

Primary Maths Subject Leader Meeting

— Maths

  • Join teachers and mathematics leaders from across Rochdale and the REAL Trust to collaborate, share effective practice and explore current developments in mathematics education.
  • These network meetings provide opportunities to reflect on classroom practice, discuss current priorities and learn alongside colleagues.
Early Years & Primary

Primary Languages Subject Leader Network

— Languages

  • 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

RAEYPH (Rochdale Association of Early Years and Primary Headteachers) Summer Term Conference

— Leadership & Management

  • Refreshments available from 8.30am for a prompt 9am start.
Early Years & Primary

Clever Collaboration: Strategic Multi-agency Curriculum Planning

— Curriculum

  • Using professional expertise in curriculum planning for all pupils to ensure the best possible inclusive approaches to learning
  • This course is designed to provide a dive into evidence-based approaches, practical case studies, resources, and some creative suggestions for collaboration when budgets are tight.
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Primary Science Subject Leader Network

— Science

  • The Network welcomes new and established primary science subject leaders of all experience levels to share and improve practice, providing an opportunity to speak with other subject leaders in your region about the issues that are affecting each of you
  • Expert-led professional development inputs will support you with up-to-date issues, skills and resources.
  • Attending these termly networks is an interactive and practical way to help you to tackle these issues in your school, support you in your role as a leader, raise the profile of science and improve the outcomes for your pupils.
Early Years & Primary

Primary DT Subject Leader Network

— Design & Technology

  • This event, hosted by a D&T consultant with extensive experience, intends to meet the needs and expectations of both newly appointed and experienced D&T subject leaders.
  • It will include updates on professional development opportunities, current initiatives and collaborative time to network with colleagues to enable the sharing of hints, tips and recommended resources.
Early Years & Primary

Governor Training - Pupil Premium

  • Details to follow
Governor