Start date,End date,Day,Time,End Time,Type,Proposed session title,Session description,Speaker,Excerpt,Image ,Tag,ID,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Curriculum,The purpose of schools is knowledge transmission. For now.,"The topic of what schools should teach is perennial. There is forever a new book, new guru, new philosophy, fad, or favourite du jour. The PTE movement tracked every time someone in the media said 'schools should teach...' and came up with 213 things that schools should teach, beyond everything they already do, in 2018 alone. Between this and core knowledge, skills, disciplines, careers and character, teachers and schools are left uncertain of their place in the role of education, and scrambling to meet impossible demands. Yet, there is an answer...","Kristopher Boulton, Director of Education & Product, Up Learn","Kristopher Boulton, Director of Education & Product, Up Learn",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Kristopher_Boulton.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,1,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Curriculum | Secondary,Student led Action Research: Level 2 EPQ and Education Research,This session discusses insights from a G&T-student-led action research project focusing on Curriculum Re-Design. Topics researched include: Decolonising the curriculum; the value of homework; making Politics compulsory at KS3; the value of terminal exams and the alternatives; how the education system in the UK affects social inequality; diversifying the curriculum while avoiding tokenism. Student outcomes will be shared as well as strategies for implementing similar programmes.,"Michael Mellor, Teacher of English & EPQ Co-ordinator, Putney High School GDST, Matthew Pattie, Director of Teaching, Learning and Scholarship, Putney High School","Michael Mellor, Teacher of English & EPQ Co-ordinator, Putney High School GDST, Matthew Pattie, Director of Teaching, Learning and Scholarship, Putney High School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Matthew_Pattie.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,2,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Early Years,How Can Modelling in EYFS Increase Children's Skills and Knowledge?,"As passionate early years' practitioners we want all our children to have learning experiences that excite them, extends their knowledge and skills and develops their cultural capital. We firmly believe that all children, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds should be explicitly taught and it should not be left to chance/osmosis. To enable this in our settings we use modelling as a key strategy to support learning. Throughout the day adults use a wide range of ‘modelling' techniques. This daily repetition of adults modelling, quality interactions and children applying the learning has a really positive impact on outcomes.","Jackie Gray, Director of Early Years, Outwood Grange Academy Trust, Carla Robinson, Teacher coach, Outwood |Grange Academy Trust","Jackie Gray, Director of Early Years, Outwood Grange Academy Trust, Carla Robinson, Teacher coach, Outwood |Grange Academy Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carla_Robinson-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,3,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,"Further Education, apprenticeships & skills",Stabilising the Transition State between A-Level and Degree Level Chemistry,"A Level chemistry fails in its fundamental goal: to prepare students for a challenging undergraduate degree. Extension chemistry can help students bridge the gap between A-Level and degree level, and can also make the difference between acceptance and rejection from Oxbridge. This talk will focus on how to teach extension chemistry effectively and engagingly.  Sky will discuss:  - what topics are great to extend on - how to curate extension questions that are desirably difficult - training students to tackle extension problems (incl. problems from the UK Chemistry Olympiad) - techniques that help students think like chemistry experts.","Sky Singh Kang, Chemistry Subject Expert, Harris Westminster Sixth Form","Sky Singh Kang, Chemistry Subject Expert, Harris Westminster Sixth Form",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/SkySingh_Kang.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,4,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Teaching Writing: From Theory to Practice,The session will explore some of the research behind effective writing instruction and will demonstrate how this can be applied to the classroom,"Tom Needham, Research Lead/Head of English, Trinity School Lewisham","Tom Needham, Research Lead/Head of English, Trinity School Lewisham",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Tom_Needham.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,5,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,'Must Do Better!' How to Teach Boys to Accept your Feedback,"For decades, schools have grappled with the most significant barriers to male academic success: a lack of motivation to succeed, poor attitudes to learning and a reluctance to edit, re-draft and improve their work. In this talk, we'll consider the research picture around teacher feedback, the classic mistakes teachers make when giving boys feedback and how to boost boys' motivation to improve. Providing practical suggestions to help busy classroom teachers tackle ‘The Boy Question’, this is an essential session for all primary and secondary teachers.","Mark Roberts, Director of Research and English teacher, Carrickfergus Grammar School","Mark Roberts, Director of Research and English teacher, Carrickfergus Grammar School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Mark_Roberts.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,6,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Initial teacher training,A New Teacher in a New Teaching World,"New teacher? No problem. We are the only cohort of teachers (in the past 20+ years) who have come into a profession and faced with challenges that no one has had before. It's new to everyone. This session provides an insight into the mind of an ECT, how mental health and anxiety has been hit (in staff and pupils) and how the new set of recently qualified teachers are stronger than we might think.","Isobel Williams, Music Teacher, ECT Teacher and Head of Woodwind and Brass","Isobel Williams, Music Teacher, ECT Teacher and Head of Woodwind and Brass",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Isobel_Williams.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,7,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Leadership,"Beyond everyone’s Invited ? how to create real, sustainable change""","In this session, behavioural change expert Elke Edwards will be exploring how to move beyond the checklists and tick box gestures surrounding the Everyone’s Invited movement and examining how to create genuine behavioural and cultural change in our schools ? both with pupils and staff.  This talk is focused on giving forward-thinking teachers and leaders an understanding of how to facilitate this kind of learning in schools, the role of the teacher in creating psychological safety, and where to start, given all the barriers to success teachers experience daily.""","Elke Edwards, Founder & Creative Director, Ivy House London","Elke Edwards, Founder & Creative Director, Ivy House London",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Elke_Edwards-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,8,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Leadership,Becoming Leaders - The heart and art of character,Good leadership can change the world for the better. But how do we help young people become leaders who have the character they need to navigate the challenges of our time and make an impact for good? This session will consider the evidence on why character matters and discuss how we can help ourselves and others develop the motivation and practices to become wise thinkers and good leaders. ,"Emmie Bidston, Director of the Wellington Leadership and Coaching Institute, Wellington College, Katy Granville-Chapman, Deputy Head, Wellington College ","Emmie Bidston, Director of the Wellington Leadership and Coaching Institute, Wellington College, Katy Granville-Chapman, Deputy Head, Wellington College ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Emmie_Bidston.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,9,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Research,Understanding and evaluating your impact: an introduction ,"The session will focus on how we translate evidence-informed practice to particular school contexts. What evaluation approaches, tools and methodologies can we use to assess if a strategy or intervention has worked here? A practical overview of approaches to impact evaluation, and an overview of assessment tools, strategies and systems to make this work without increasing workload. There will be a particular focus on methods for reliably evaluating non-academic outcomes such as meta-cognition, self-efficacy and motivation. There will also be a case study of one of our partner schools who have successfully integrated these approaches into their planning and strategy.","Joe McGinn, Head of School Partnerships, ImpactEd, Harriet  Hurdley-Lees, Assistant Headteacher - Standards, The City of Leicester College","Joe McGinn, Head of School Partnerships, ImpactEd, Harriet  Hurdley-Lees, Assistant Headteacher - Standards, The City of Leicester College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Harriet_Hurdley-Lees.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,10,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Research,Action Research: A ‘Tool Kit’ for Harnessing the Self-Critic ,"What is it about watching yourself on camera that can be so uncomfortable? How can we embrace the process and use it positively to evaluate and improve performance rather than simply criticize ourselves? Even well-known actors do not like watching their performances. Reese Wetherspoon said in 2010 “I won't watch because if I did I would spiral into a state of self-hate.” In this practical session teacher and actor Emma Crocombe will share research and useful video tools and techniques that can support students in overcoming their own inner critics, helping improve performance and wider skills in the classroom.","Emma Crocombe, Director of Drama, Putney High School","Emma Crocombe, Director of Drama, Putney High School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Emma_Crocombe-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,11,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,SEND,Listening to the voices of autistic children to understand what an autistic friendly classroom should be like. ,"The session explains one way of eliciting the voices of autistic pupils on their perspectives of what an autistic friendly primary school should be like. This is important, as all children have the right to express their views and engage in decisions which affect them. ","Melanie Cunningham , Assistant Headteacher , St James's Catholic Primary School ","Melanie Cunningham , Assistant Headteacher , St James's Catholic Primary School ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Melanie_Cunningham.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,12,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Diversity,"Diversity & Safeguarding, where is the link?","This session will explore the link between equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding, and look in depth at how diversity can be better embraced and celebrated within an education setting.","Polly Harrow, Assistant Principal, Kirklees College","Polly Harrow, Assistant Principal, Kirklees College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Polly_Harrow.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,13,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Catch up (Covid-19),A tutoring revolution for schools – can the NTP succeed?,"Nick Brook, deputy general secretary of school leaders' union NAHT, leads a panel discussion on whether the evidence behind tutoring justifies the focus that has been placed on it by government, and whether tutoring for all does indeed have a future, beyond Covid recovery.","Nick Brook, Deputy General Secretary for school leaders' union NAHT, NAHT - the school leaders' union","Nick Brook, Deputy General Secretary for school leaders' union NAHT, NAHT - the school leaders' union",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Nick_Brook.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,14,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,International,Escaping the exam factory: UK academy to Mexican Montessori ,"It's time to escape from the clutches of exam-based curriculums. This session will explore alternative curriculum maps based on my experience in international schools outside of the UK. Secondary school doesn't need to be learning formulaic methods to answers exam questions, or memorising quotations from 'A Christmas Carol'. Out in Mexico it's been recording podcasts for real audiences and analysing 'Mean Girls' and its bildungsroman tendencies alongside Marjane Satrapi's hard-hitting 'Persepolis'. There's more to school than churning out good exam results. In fact, there's more to school than exams full stop. ","Connie Maitland, Head of English, Humanitree, Mexico","Connie Maitland, Head of English, Humanitree, Mexico",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Connie_Maitland-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,15,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Wellbeing,1. Is resilience all it’s cracked up to be?,"Resilience has been the buzz word of choice over the past two years, but are we teaching it in the right way? So many children recite resilience as ‘never giving up’; are we raising a generation destined for burn out who feel they have no choice but to dig deep and carry on? Learn how resilience is all about developing the skills to effectively respond to stress rather than learning to accept it.","Louise Treherne, Director of Character Education, Role Models","Louise Treherne, Director of Character Education, Role Models",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Louise_Treherne.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,16,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,10:00,10:45,Wellbeing | Students,How to proactively identify young people who may be hiding early signs of poor mental health,"Attendees will learn some key strategies that they can take back into their schools and colleges about how to identify young people who may be hiding poor mental health. They will learn the importance of measuring and tracking young people in order to support them. I will also give my own experiences, as a headteacher of three schools, of how to improve pastoral care in schools. This will include how to empower your pastoral staff to become sector leaders in their field. ","Simon  Antwis, Educational Consultant, STEER Education","Simon  Antwis, Educational Consultant, STEER Education",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Simon_Antwis.jpg,Thurs - Period 1,17,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Curriculum,School Science Partnerships - What Works Well?,"Science education has some huge challenges to face, but working in partnership with others can help address these. Christina and Chris will share what works well in successful science partnerships.  Commissioned by the School Partnerships Alliance, Chris and Christina are gathering the best examples from around the UK of impactful science partnerships. Working with other leaders in science education, the case studies they are collecting will inspire those in schools and influence policy-makers in education and industry.  Come away inspired to build partnership projects - including ideas for funding - to improve science education in your school. ","Christina Astin, Education Consultant, Astin Consulting, Chris Hillidge, Director of STEM, The Challenge Academy Trust","Christina Astin, Education Consultant, Astin Consulting, Chris Hillidge, Director of STEM, The Challenge Academy Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Chris_Hillidge-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,18,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Early Years,Beyond the PTA: Meaningful and Effective Parental Engagement,"The earlier parental engagement is established, the greater the impact on raising student attainment, however the benefits can go far beyond this to include improved sleeping, eating, behaviour, and language development. Schools also report transformed relationships with parents, with greater openness and trust. The Parental Engagement Network CIC has been developing their approach to Parental Engagement for over a decade, and know what works for busy teachers. Lorraine Allman from Can-Do Child® works closely with parents and teachers to support the home learning environment. With a focus on Early Years using the exemplar Mouse Club initiative, attendees will...","Rachel Greeves, Deputy Director, Parental Engagement Network (CIC) UK, Lorraine Allman, Founder, Can-Do Child","Rachel Greeves, Deputy Director, Parental Engagement Network (CIC) UK, Lorraine Allman, Founder, Can-Do Child",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lorraine_Allman.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,19,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,"Further Education, apprenticeships & skills",Skills for education and employment: What next? ,"This session will focus on the key skills needed to thrive at school, university and in the workplace. It will examine the skills that are most important for the future, based on data from higher education as well as emerging trends from employers. By bringing together the voices of students, teachers and employers, this session also seeks to provide qualitative commentary on what skills really matter and how they can be meaningfully developed. ","Lauren Bellaera, Chief Impact and Strategy Officer, The Brilliant Club, Hannah Thomson, Research and Evaluation Officer, The Brilliant Club","Lauren Bellaera, Chief Impact and Strategy Officer, The Brilliant Club, Hannah Thomson, Research and Evaluation Officer, The Brilliant Club",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Hannah_Thomson.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,20,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Primary,The role of parents in a fair education system,"By age 11, poor children are on average nine months behind their richer peers. But did you know that only 14% of this gap relates to what happens at school, compared to 49% that relates to what happens at home? Parental engagement in learning is key to narrowing the disadvantage gap, which been widened by the pandemic. In this session we will explore the power dynamic that often exists between teachers and parents. We will consider what effective parental engagement looks like in reality and how schools can help to break down the barriers facing the most disadvantaged families. ","Tom Harbour, CEO, Learning with Parents","Tom Harbour, CEO, Learning with Parents",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Tom_Harbour.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,21,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,"A Psychologist's Secret to Raising Happy, Confident, High Achieving Children: Even in a Devastating Pandemic "," This session promises to teach how to achieve the trifecta of happiness, confidence and high achievement in their children and students, (and perhaps even learn something to apply to themselves!). The pandemic has wreaked devastating impact on young minds, educators and parents alike; the insights shared will help to counteract and heal some of the damage done, and lay a bright and exciting path for the times ahead. ","Natasha Tiwari, Psychologist and CEO , The Veda Group","Natasha Tiwari, Psychologist and CEO , The Veda Group",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Natasha_Tiwari.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,22,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Raising lifelong learners through meaningful parental engagement,"The earlier parental engagement is established, the greater the impact on raising student attainment, however the benefits can go far beyond this to include improved sleeping, eating, behaviour, and language development. Schools also report transformed relationships with parents, with greater openness and trust. The Parental Engagement Network CIC has been developing their approach to Parental Engagement for over a decade, and know what works for busy teachers. Lorraine Allman from Can-Do Child® works closely with parents and teachers to support the home learning environment. With a focus on Primary using the exemplar Mouse Club initiative, attendees will...","Rachel Greeves, Deputy Director, Parental Engagement Network CIC, Lorraine Allman, Founder, Can-Do Child","Rachel Greeves, Deputy Director, Parental Engagement Network CIC, Lorraine Allman, Founder, Can-Do Child",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lorraine_Allman.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,23,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Using relatable and inspirational role-models to increase engagement in STEM.,"Inspire and inform your pupils how maths and its applications helps us understand the world, improving everyday lives and society.  STEM-based sectors offer young people a wealth of careers and opportunities yet the STEM skills gap remains. How can we encourage pupils, especially girls, to pursue STEM based subjects post-16 and beyond?   We will discuss powerful ways of: answering the classic pupil question 'but when will I ever need this?' by using relatable and inspirational role models in the classroom, combating unconscious gender bias; increasing careers awareness and STEM Capital; and supporting pupils to discover that STEM is for them. ","Louise Maule, Maths4Girls Project Lead, Founders4Schools, Paul Glaister, Professor of Mathematics and Mathematics Education, University of Reading","Louise Maule, Maths4Girls Project Lead, Founders4Schools, Paul Glaister, Professor of Mathematics and Mathematics Education, University of Reading",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Louise_Maule.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,24,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Changing cultures: the 'what went wells' and 'even better ifs' in a new Senior School,"Thomas’s Battersea Senior School opened with the first Year 9 cohort in September 2021, transitioning from a successful Prep School to a school that will eventually operate from Reception to Year 13. This session considers the ‘what went wells’ and ‘even better ifs’ of a decision that resulted in a huge change in culture, including those related to the expansion of age groups, a new vision, a curriculum redesign project and a vastly different Teaching and Learning Policy.","Therese Andrews, Director of Curriculum Innovation, Thomas's Battersea Senior School, Emma  Oliver, Director of Teaching and Learning, Thomas's Battersea Senior School","Therese Andrews, Director of Curriculum Innovation, Thomas's Battersea Senior School, Emma  Oliver, Director of Teaching and Learning, Thomas's Battersea Senior School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Emma_Oliver.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,25,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Secondary,What has the impact been of instructional coaching? A review of year one. ,"In this session, Rebecca will share how instructional coaching has been implemented at Wyvern St Edmund's this year. She will share what's worked well, the implementation challenges we've faced and what we've learnt about introducing instructional coaching this year. Rebecca will also share some examples of the impact instructional coaching has had on individual teachers at the school - sharing how their practice has changed and improved. ","Rebecca Lee, Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning), Wyvern St Edmund's","Rebecca Lee, Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning), Wyvern St Edmund's",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rebecca_Lee.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,26,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Leadership,The 3 Cs: Making Teacher Professional Learning more Effective,"What do school leaders need to know when planning for effective professional learning? Recent research from the EEF and TDT has highlighted the importance of key features of professional development. This session dovetails into those findings by providing practical ways for school leaders to think in depth about the experiences, needs and aspirations of their individual teachers. Leaders will be encouraged to become more forensic in planning professional learning, ensuring a greater impact on those who matter most - our students. ","Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith, Professional Learning, MATs / Professional Learning ","Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith, Professional Learning, MATs / Professional Learning ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DrFiona_Aubrey-Smith-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,27,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Research,Teaching in the glass-room: the school teacher under observation,"Teachers are no longer simply just ‘watched’ but are now very heavily ‘surveilled’. My doctoral research is on the topic of teacher surveillance. From Ofsted and ISI, to observations, work-scrutiny and learning walks, to apps like ‘rate-my-teacher’ and ‘ShowMyHomework’, teachers are constantly very much under the microscope, and the consequences of this are not always those which are intended. This session draws upon my case-study research to explore the many varied ways teachers are surveilled by management, colleagues, parents and pupils. I discuss the impacts of this ‘surveillant assemblage’ upon teaching as a profession, and offer recommendations for alternative approaches.","Charlotte Unsworth-Hughes, Head of English, Churcher's College","Charlotte Unsworth-Hughes, Head of English, Churcher's College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Charlotte_Unsworth-Hughes-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,28,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Research,How can the school experience change so wellbeing can flourish?,"This is a practical and researcher information sharing session where you will have access to research output. The research is timely and relevant with regard to understanding how the current education system is negatively impacting the wellbeing of staff and students. You will hear what the research uncovered, have an opportunity to consider how these revelations relate to your own experiences and will have access to the tool that I used to discover for yourselves how and where you could make changes so that wellbeing and hence, the desire to learn and teach may be restored. ","Natalie Rothwell-Warn, Post Graduate Researcher, University of the West of England","Natalie Rothwell-Warn, Post Graduate Researcher, University of the West of England",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Natalie_Rothwell-Warn.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,29,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Wellbeing | Students,Why engagement is essential to mental health service delivery,"Engagement is the key to delivering mental health services to more children and young people. Because the current system is designed around crisis care, young people who suffer from general anxieties such as self-esteem, loneliness, school stress or friendship issues never get help. There is no magic wand to satisfy demand for services but we know that early engagement can stop issues escalating to crisis point. Innovative, low cost and scalable solutions are essential. This session will explore digital, peer support and how it works to improve the mental health and well-being of young people.","Suzi  Godson, Co-CEO , MeeToo Education Ltd ","Suzi  Godson, Co-CEO , MeeToo Education Ltd ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Suzi_Godson.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,30,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Wellbeing,Embedding a Whole School Approach To Mental Health and Wellbeing,"Effective whole school mental health provision encompasses comprehensive provision of universal and targeted interventions. It considers how governors and leaders can drive change.  It acknowledges the challenges that teachers face looking after their own wellbeing whilst juggling the welfare, wellbeing and education of students when they may have no understanding of the complexities of mental health.  It is educating both young people and parents to ensure that interventions are impactful.  But every context is unique, there is no one-size-fits-all solution.  This session will offer a clear framework and practical ideas as to how to embed an effective whole school approach.  ","Lucinda Powell, Associate Lecturer, National Institute of Teaching in and Education, Coventry University","Lucinda Powell, Associate Lecturer, National Institute of Teaching in and Education, Coventry University",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lucinda_Powell.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,31,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Future Leaders,Going with your gut? Trusting your instincts in education leadership.,"Going with your gut? The role of trusting your instincts in modern education leadership.   The session is designed to present ideas on how aspirant leaders can balance data, guidance and research with their own instinct and knowledge of their school and pupils to create personalised success for a school environment. Its aim is to empower aspirant leaders to present information, evidence and data balanced with context and professional opinion. In an age where data is collected for all facets of our lives, there is still room for going with your gut.","Phil Sherwood, Head Teacher, Uplands Primary School and Nursery / Forest Learning Alliance","Phil Sherwood, Head Teacher, Uplands Primary School and Nursery / Forest Learning Alliance",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Phil_Sherwood.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,32,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Governance,What is governance by enquiry?,This session explores the concept of governance by enquiry and encourages participants to consider how they might integrate this technique into their own board strategy.,"Penny Rabiger, Researcher, The Centre for Race, Education and Decoloniality","Penny Rabiger, Researcher, The Centre for Race, Education and Decoloniality",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penny_Rabiger.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,33,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,11:15,12:00,Technology,How online learning fails its learners (and what we can do about it),"As learning apps and educational platforms multiply and reach all sections of the population with their enticing offer of learning a new skill, infinite opportunities and ways to practice or the chance to gain a qualification, we take a hard look at the unspoken problem of online learning: high dropout rates. Based on our research, we explore how learners can be motivated by activities and assessments to continue to the finish line. Our attempts to find a solution while meeting the demands of a diverse body of learners have implications for the classroom practitioner and the future of online learning","Esther Chesterman, CEO, National Extension College, Helen Valls, Staff Tutor and consultant, National Extension College","Esther Chesterman, CEO, National Extension College, Helen Valls, Staff Tutor and consultant, National Extension College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Esther_Chesterman.jpg,Thurs - Period 2,34,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Diversity,Part-time women teachers and their relationships with career progression,"The session will begin with a discussion of Dr Suzanne Brown's research findings into the relationships between flexible working and career progression. Recommendations for effective practice will be shared. From here, opportunities for attendees to identify and challenge barriers to effective flexible working within their own schools/establishments and to share good practice will be facilitated by discussion groups. Opportunities for networking and supporting one another will be encouraged. Feedback from the discussion groups will be taken as part of highlighting ways forward and attendees  setting targets for future effective practice.","Suzanne Brown, Senior Lecturer in ITE, Sheffield Hallam University","Suzanne Brown, Senior Lecturer in ITE, Sheffield Hallam University",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Suzanne_Brown.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,35,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,10 things your students want you to know about oracy,"‘Voice’ is a complex concept. Beyond the act of speaking, it refers to the right of students to express their ideas and feel heard. Drawing on data collected from 1994 students across England, we explore student perceptions of oracy. How do students feel about ‘cold calling’? How can teachers overcome potential barriers of anxiety, embarrassment and a reluctance to participate? What do students value most about oracy? Utilising original research, this session will explore how students experience oracy in the classroom before considering what teachers can do to foster a culture in which oracy is nurtured, valued and celebrated. ","Amy Gaunt, Director of Learning and Impact, Voice 21 ","Amy Gaunt, Director of Learning and Impact, Voice 21 ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Amy_Gaunt-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,36,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,WWF's primary education programme,"Hear from the WWF education team about our primary education resources on the themes of biodiversity, wildlife conservation, climate change and more. Find out how to request free online live lessons for you class, join in with our Walrus from Space public science project and learn how you can incorporate sustainability as a whole school approach.","Amy Ball, Primary Education Officer, WWF-UK","Amy Ball, Primary Education Officer, WWF-UK",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Amy_Ball-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,37,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Comparative judgment as facilitator for peer assessment,"Comparative judgement has risen as an alternative assessment method for assessing competences and performances.  This iterative process results in a collective professional consensus with high reliability and can be facilitated by digital tools providing promising results on how to facilitate increased affordances for teachers’ assessment practices for the sake of learning.  This session provides an overview of comparative judgement and how it can be applied in various settings, e.g. as a facilitator for peer assessment for both students and teachers with examples primarily undertaken in STEM ed. ","Eva Hartell, Researcher at uni & Head of research at department for ed in municipality , KTH Royal Institute of Technology & Haninge municipality","Eva Hartell, Researcher at uni & Head of research at department for ed in municipality , KTH Royal Institute of Technology & Haninge municipality",,Thurs - Period 3,38,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Developing Fearless Learners,"In this interactive session you will find out how a leading girls’ school is helping their students become more fearless in their learning. It is not just the students they want to become more fearless, it is also the teachers - how are they doing this? What have been the successes and the challenges?  This session will cover practical ideas that can be applied immediately and suggest ways to enhance your own Teaching and Learning approach and learn from others’ experiences.","Andrew Boardman, Assistant Head, Teaching and Learning, Channing School","Andrew Boardman, Assistant Head, Teaching and Learning, Channing School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Andrew_Boardman-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,39,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Free creative technology courses empowering students to change their world,"At a time when it’s more important than ever to give young people the agency to take positive action on the issues they care about, Apps for Good will be showcasing their free creative technology courses that can be delivered in curriculum time.   You’ll hear more about Apps for Good’s practical and inclusive approach, including our new course ‘Innovate for Climate Change’. You'll also find out how Apps for Good can empower your students to think about the world around them and build technology products that change it for the better.","Freddie Norton, Director of Programmes, Apps for Good, Apps for Good","Freddie Norton, Director of Programmes, Apps for Good, Apps for Good",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Freddie_Norton.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,40,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Initial teacher training,The ITT Market Review: Reflections on recent government policy,The context for the review What makes it controversial What gives it great potential What happens next,"Sam Twiselton, Director of Sheffield Institute of Education, Sheffield Hallam University","Sam Twiselton, Director of Sheffield Institute of Education, Sheffield Hallam University",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sam_Twiselton.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,41,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Leadership, How we led a coasting  school from good to outstanding   ,"The session will explain how a leadership team planned, worked together and then  worked with middle leaders to join up the curriculum, pastoral and teaching and learning in order to  create consistency and move a school from coasting with good results to being outstanding outstanding in every aspect.","Kathy Hersh, Senior Assistant Head , St Bartholomew's School , Newbury, David  Fitter, Co Headteacher, St Bartholomew's School Newbury","Kathy Hersh, Senior Assistant Head , St Bartholomew's School , Newbury, David  Fitter, Co Headteacher, St Bartholomew's School Newbury",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/David_Fitter-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,42,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Leadership,Working with the other sector - why bother?,"Collaboration between schools has many benefits, but what's special about cross-sector partnership? With Margaret's leadership and research background and Christina's experience as a practitioner, delegates will come away excited to build new bridges for the benefit of their students and teachers.","Christina Astin, Education Consultant, Astin Consulting, Margaret Hunnaball, Consultant, Trustee and PhD student, MH Educational","Christina Astin, Education Consultant, Astin Consulting, Margaret Hunnaball, Consultant, Trustee and PhD student, MH Educational",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Christina_Astin-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,43,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Policy,Why we should give up on achieving 'parity of esteem',"The apparent need to create 'parity of esteem' between academic and technical qualifications has been highlighted by numerous policymakers over the course of several decades. However, as this session will explain, trying to achieve ‘parity of esteem' can create just as many problems as it solves for learners, parents, employers and politicians. After exploring the evidence on this important issue, the session will conclude by offering a new perspective on how technical education can take its rightful place as a respected and credible option for young people.","Tom Richmond, Director, EDSK Think Tank","Tom Richmond, Director, EDSK Think Tank",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Tom_Richmond.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,44,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Research,Identifying and Remediating Children’s Language Difficulties,"Oral language skills are key to education and children’s wellbeing, and should be fostered in early years settings. This session will show that oral language interventions are being successfully delivered by teaching assistants in school and pre-school settings, using apps such as LanguageScreen and programmes such as the Nuffield Early Language Intervention (NELI). Professor Hulme will also share insights from the University of Oxford research that underpins both LanguageScreen and NELI.","Professor Charles  Hulme, Founder and CEO, OxEd and Assessment Ltd","Professor Charles  Hulme, Founder and CEO, OxEd and Assessment Ltd",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ProfessorCharles_Hulme.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,45,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Safeguarding,Everyone's Invited: Assessing Impact and Optimal School Responses. ,"The Everyone's Invited Movement shone a light on the rates of sexual harassment against young women in educational settings and ignited a desire on the part of schools to tackle this issue head-on. In this session, criminologist, Dr Kathy Weston will aim to describe the impact of the Everyone's Invited campaign and discuss evidence-based ideas that schools need to consider as part of their wider response moving forward. ","Dr Kathy Weston, Founder, Tooled Up Education, Tooled Up Education","Dr Kathy Weston, Founder, Tooled Up Education, Tooled Up Education",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DrKathy_Weston-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,46,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,SEND,Hope and uncertainty for leaders of SEND,"In light of significant uncertainty facing the sector, particularly in relation to SEND, leaders must rely on their tenacity and creativity. Making choices which are right as well as achievable seems an impossible task. However, as evidence-led and values-driven leaders you can meet the challenges faced by schools and their young people. This session will explore “what next” in SEND and how you can lead on the front foot in readiness for further change.","Christopher Rossiter, Chief Executive, Driver Youth Trust, Simon Tanner, Director of SEND, Bohunt Education Trust","Christopher Rossiter, Chief Executive, Driver Youth Trust, Simon Tanner, Director of SEND, Bohunt Education Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Christopher_Rossiter-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,47,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,SEND,The Inclusion Illusion: How children with SEND experience mainstream schools,"This session uses results from the UK’s largest observation study of pupils with high-level SEND to argue that inclusion is an illusion. The way schools are organised and how classrooms are composed creates a form of ‘structural exclusion’ which preserves mainstream education for typically-developing pupils and justifies a diluted pedagogical offer for pupils with SEND. Policymakers, not mainstream schools, are indicted over this state of affairs. This session prompts questions about what we think inclusion is and what it looks like. Ultimately, it suggests why a more authentic form of inclusion is needed, and how it might be achieved.  ","Rob Webster, Director, Education Research, Innovation & Consultancy (ERIC) Unit | Reader in Education, University of Portsmouth","Rob Webster, Director, Education Research, Innovation & Consultancy (ERIC) Unit | Reader in Education, University of Portsmouth",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rob_Webster.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,48,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,T Levels,Approaches for Designing the Next Big Thing,"Preparing to enter the world of T Level? This session will share a host of approaches for getting it right. From attitudes, anxiety-busting and pitch, to working with employers like never before, and training staff how to design the future of technical education, this session will take you through a journey of possibilities explained through the experience of a first phase pioneer. If your considering adding a T Level to your curriculum or you're a teacher about to embark on planning the future; this session could be just the guidance you're looking for.","Matt Reynolds, Vice Principal, Cirencester College","Matt Reynolds, Vice Principal, Cirencester College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Matt_Reynolds.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,49,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,12:15,13:00,Wellbeing,THE BIOPHILIC CLASSROOM  ,"Putney High School GDST shares research into a first of a kind study into the benefits of introducing plants and biophilic design into learning environments.    The Biophilic Classroom won a coveted gold medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021, demonstrating  how biophilic principles - using natural materials, plants, and images of nature - can positively impact the emotional and cognitive wellbeing of students and staff and help them flourish.    Headmistress Suzie Longstaff and Sustainability Architect, Clare Bowman (RCZM) will together highlight the simple and sustainable improvements that indoor horticulture, natural design principles and external landscaping can bring to any school. ","Suzie Longstaff, Headmistress, Putney High School GDST, Clare Bowman, Lecturer of Architecture, De Montfort University","Suzie Longstaff, Headmistress, Putney High School GDST, Clare Bowman, Lecturer of Architecture, De Montfort University",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Clare_Bowman-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 3,50,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary,No Outsiders: Teaching for citizenship and character in 2022,Attendees will learn strategies for building an inclusive ethos across a school where children understand there are no outsiders. Every year the national figures for recorded hate crime rise; where is the plan to reverse this trend? The answer is education; we must actively teach children from a young age to know who they are and to embrace difference.,"Andrew Moffat, Class teacher / Personal Development Lead Excelsior Mat, Excelsior Mat","Andrew Moffat, Class teacher / Personal Development Lead Excelsior Mat, Excelsior Mat",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Andrew_Moffat-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,51,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Supporting pupils with literacy difficulties in a primary classroom  ,"Using the three areas most prevalent in literacy difficulties, we will present a framework for dynamic support for the classroom drawing from the experience and expertise of Kelly, a dyslexia specialist and Laura, a current primary teacher and literacy specialist.  This will begin with a foundation of knowledge about processing, phonological awareness and working memory before applying this knowledge to practical classroom strategies based on the primary curriculum. ","Kelly Challis, Head of Innovation and Learning , Driver Youth Trust, Laura Dobson, Consultant at Driver Youth Trust, Teacher, Driver Youth Trust and Primary School","Kelly Challis, Head of Innovation and Learning , Driver Youth Trust, Laura Dobson, Consultant at Driver Youth Trust, Teacher, Driver Youth Trust and Primary School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Kelly_Challis.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,52,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,What we've learnt so far from the HUH Curriculum Project!,"HUH is the Egyptian god of endlessness, creativity, fertility and regeneration ? a perfect deity for the school curriculum! In this session Mary Myatt and John Tomsett will reflect upon what they have learnt from their HUH project where they interviewed dozens of expert middle and senior leaders from both primary and secondary phases, about how they develop the curriculum for real, on the ground, in schools. Come to this session to learn about the wisdom of expert subject/phase leaders as they carefully piece together their curricula and what senior leaders can do to best support them.""","John Tomsett, Educational writer, Mary Myatt, Educational writer","John Tomsett, Educational writer, Mary Myatt, Educational writer",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/John_Tomsett.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,53,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Initial teacher training,What Do New Teachers Need To Know About Child Mental Health?,"This session will explore transdisciplinary approaches to mental health in schools, exploring how initial teacher training provision can contribute to clarity of insight into the psychological and biological basis underlying child behaviour. We will consider how we can provide new teachers with practical and evidence based interpersonal neurobiological research e.g. Polyvagal Theory and Trauma Informed practices. The session will promote the importance of applying therapeutic opportunities through the power of interaction to empower teachers as agents of change in promoting positive child mental health.","Laura Purser, Head of Primary and Prep Initial Teacher Training, The University of Buckingham","Laura Purser, Head of Primary and Prep Initial Teacher Training, The University of Buckingham",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Laura_Purser.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,54,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Leadership,When Ofsted calls...and calls...and calls...and calls,"After a run of pandemic-year Ofsted inspections, two trust leaders share lessons learnt as a trust, tips for preparing for a MAT review and communicating grade changes effectively, and thoughts on how the framework can best be adapted in the post-Covid years.","Nick  Osborne, Chief Executive, Maritime Academy Trust, Tiffany Beck, Chair of Trustees, Maritime Academy Trust","Nick  Osborne, Chief Executive, Maritime Academy Trust, Tiffany Beck, Chair of Trustees, Maritime Academy Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Nick_Osborne.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,55,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Leadership,Regenerative Leadership - a natural approach to whole-system thriving,"The session will be based around three areas: 1. Why do we need a different approach to leadership?  2. What does this look like? 3. How will we know if we're successful? The session will introduce the practice of systems thinking, understanding why we’re seeing cracks in the system and how to revitalise, rather than plaster over the holes. We’ll touch briefly on the neuroscience of whole-system wellbeing, understanding how and why relationships sit at the heart of a thriving community and what our role is as leaders in enabling and allowing these relationships to flourish.","Rachel Musson, Director of Education, ThoughtBox Education CIC","Rachel Musson, Director of Education, ThoughtBox Education CIC",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rachel_Musson.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,56,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Research,The problem of assessing oracy: is comparative judgement the answer?,"Hear the findings of ‘Comparing Talk’, a Voice 21 and Rethinking Assessment research project working with schools across the UK to develop a new approach to oracy assessment. We wanted our assessment tool to be easy for teachers to use, whilst providing reliable insight into students’ attainment and progress. A ‘comparative judgement’ approach offers an alternative to rubrics and descriptors - and gives teachers the ability to directly compare their own students to those of similar ages across the UK. This session will share what we learnt - and what this means for oracy assessment in the classroom.","Amanda Moorghen, Head of Impact and Research, Voice 21","Amanda Moorghen, Head of Impact and Research, Voice 21",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Amanda_Moorghen-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,57,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Research,"Expert teachers are a global phenomenon, but England has no form of recognition. So are ‘Lead Practitioners’ as good as it gets? ","What is the concept of the 'Expert Teacher' from both a global and national perspective? We had the success of The Advanced Skills Teacher in England and the failure of The Chartered Teacher in Scotland; now we have the Chartered Teacher from the Chartered College of Teaching. However, the ‘unofficial Lead Practitioner’ is now the designation of choice, is it any good? The key question remains how we recruit and retain the best teachers in classrooms and provide them with status and a career structure, something several other high performing jurisdictions e.g. Singapore, USA and Australia are currently developing successfully.","andy goodwyn, Researcher, University of Bedfordshire","andy goodwyn, Researcher, University of Bedfordshire",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/andy_goodwyn-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,58,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Safeguarding,Online Safety: Establishing an Effective Whole School Approach,"This session will explore the strategic online safety considerations for designated safeguarding leads and senior leaders and provide updates from statutory guidance on how to keep children safe online when they are learning at home and school. This session will enable delegates to understand key requirements and reflect on their own online safety approaches, including policies, education approaches and staff training. The session will explore a range of good practice examples and consider how attendees can establish and evidence a whole school approach to online safety.","Rebecca Avery, Training and Development Manager and Online Safety Lead , The Education People","Rebecca Avery, Training and Development Manager and Online Safety Lead , The Education People",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rebecca_Avery.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,59,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,SEND,Positive behaviour management and real inclusion,A practical presentation about understanding behaviour and it's root causes and how to manage this within a classroom setting.,"Lynsey Spillane, Course Director - Foundation Learning, BCoT","Lynsey Spillane, Course Director - Foundation Learning, BCoT",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lynsey_Spillane.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,60,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,SEND,Supporting literacy difficulties: A framework for success,"Drawing on a decade of experience working with schools and leadership teams, Driver Youth Trust’s Literacy Difficulties Framework is based on inclusive teaching, building support for Literacy Difficulties, supporting teaching teams and practical strategies for the teaching of reading, writing and language, developing frameworks which effect positive change in school. This session sees the launch of DYT’s Literacy Difficulties Framework. Find out how we have developed our comprehensive guide to supporting all learners with identified and potential literacy difficulties.  ","Richard Selfridge, Consultant, Driver Youth Trust","Richard Selfridge, Consultant, Driver Youth Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Richard_Selfridge.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,61,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Technology,No more excuses - how you can make a digital strategy work in an economically deprived area,"In this session, Jess Pather and Emma Darcy from Denbigh High School will explain how a school in an extremely socio-economically deprived area overcame challenges of budget, infrastructure and staff confidence to develop a robust digital strategy and a 1:1 device scheme that ensured learning continued for all pupils both during and beyond the pandemic. As a DfE EdTech Demonstrator School, Denbigh has helped hundreds of other schools across the country to learn from their mistakes, challenges and successes and this session will share a wide range of practical examples for attendees to take back to their own environment.","Emma Darcy, Director of Technology for Learning, Denbigh High School, Jess Pather, Deputy Headteacher, Denbigh High School","Emma Darcy, Director of Technology for Learning, Denbigh High School, Jess Pather, Deputy Headteacher, Denbigh High School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Emma_Darcy.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,62,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Technology,The Power of Practice -  a case study in Maths,"“Practice makes perfect” ? how often do we all hear that? The benefits of practice are well-documented in areas such as sport and music but less talked about in academic study, particularly maths. At Sparx Learning, regular, meaningful practice is baked into our pedagogical model. This session will talk about how Sparx Learning collaborated with four of the UK’s MATs to pilot Sparx Maths Homework with the aim of optimising and transforming the quality and quantity of home learning with circa 15,000 Year 7 students, resulting a regular learning increase of up to three times versus their current system.  ""","Colin Hegarty, Director of Education, Sparx Learning","Colin Hegarty, Director of Education, Sparx Learning",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Colin_Hegarty-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,63,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Technology,How technology improves learning impact - practical examples,This talk will provide you with an insight in the new learning technologies that are coming onto the educational market. Some are already used in innovative corporate sectors. Forward looking educators will want to see how their profession is affected by technology and how they can use it to better teach students. ,"Jan van Delsen, Group CEO, Associated Learning","Jan van Delsen, Group CEO, Associated Learning",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jan_vanDelsen.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,64,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Wellbeing,Busting the Resilience Myths,"Teachers play a vital role in creating resilient children, who can cope with adversity. Adults comment on how remarkably resilient kids are, but don’t underestimate how important it is for them to feel they CAN cope, and have competencies. This session busts many resilience myths, such as why it takes more than a few posters saying “effort is key” or “be positive about setbacks” to create a growth mindset child, and provides tips for developing resilience. Having had a neuro-diverse child excluded from three schools by age of seven, Elaine knows first hand how to create resilient, competent, confident children.   ","Elaine Halligan, Director of The Parent Practice , The Parent Practice London Ltd","Elaine Halligan, Director of The Parent Practice , The Parent Practice London Ltd",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Elaine_Halligan-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,65,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,14:15,15:00,Wellbeing | Students,Addressing post-Covid Mental Health crisis - toolkit for teachers,"This practical session will share the tools available to use in the classroom with easy practical demonstrations in the chair and also show the evidence base for these tools through our most recent Research project, funded by the EU, the Hippocampus project.","Charlotta Martinus, Teacher Trainer, Teen Yoga Foundation (Mental Health charity)","Charlotta Martinus, Teacher Trainer, Teen Yoga Foundation (Mental Health charity)",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Charlotta_Martinus-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 4,66,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Curriculum,Creative Challenge in the Key Stage 3 Curriculum ,"Lesley will outline the principles behind a curriculum audit, and share how her school completely changed the curriculum at Key Stage 3 to embed challenge, creativity and enquiry based learning. There will be opportunities to discuss issues arising and ask questions as well as to take away a guidance pack and resources. ","Lesley Tyler, Executive Director Curriculum and Professional Excellence , Benenden School","Lesley Tyler, Executive Director Curriculum and Professional Excellence , Benenden School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lesley_Tyler.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,67,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Diversity,Shattering glass Ceilings for BME girls in STEM,This session will provide you with insight into the current STEM skills market in the UK and the need for more diversity to meet the demand in the market. You will gain insight into how our organisation works with young girls in secondary schools from BME backgrounds to shatter glass ceilings in STEM and help meet the growing demand in the workplace. ,"Hannah  Oyewole, Director , Young Ladies Club","Hannah  Oyewole, Director , Young Ladies Club",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Hannah_Oyewole.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,68,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,"Further Education, apprenticeships & skills",Careers not courses - developing a whole college approach ,"The session will showcase examples of best practice in careers education in colleges and encourage strategic thinking whilst focusing on practical steps to ensure that college colleagues have access to high quality resources, tools and training including local place based support from Careers Hubs. ","Nicola Hall, Director of Education, The Careers and Enterprise Company","Nicola Hall, Director of Education, The Careers and Enterprise Company",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Nicola_Hall.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,69,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Future Leaders,Securing A Place at a Top University: Mastering the Personal Statement,"This session is for those supporting (teachers and parents) students to get into elite and top universities, both in the UK, and the US.   This session is also for the students themselves, who are planning for their futures! Ultimately, this session will provide insider advice and very specific guidance, to give students an edge when applying to elite universities and colleges.   Natasha Tiwari will be giving her insights after shepherding hundreds of students into their dream universities and colleges, including Oxford, Cambridge, and the Ivy League Colleges. ","Natasha Tiwari, Psychologist, Educationalist and Founder , The Veda Group ","Natasha Tiwari, Psychologist, Educationalist and Founder , The Veda Group ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/NATASHA_TIWARI.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,70,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Governance,"Governance during COVID - the good, the bad and the ugly","I will discuss the positive and negative aspects of being a school governor during the Covid pandemic - how governance has changed, and how it remained constant.","Rebecca Tate, Vice chair of governors, Falconbrook Primary School","Rebecca Tate, Vice chair of governors, Falconbrook Primary School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rebecca_Tate.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,71,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,In the classroom - Primary,Exploring the Future of Reading Schemes ,"A fascinating session exploring the development of reading schemes and evaluating their role in the classroom. Deepen your knowledge and understanding of the design and pedagogy behind reading schemes, old and new. Gain clarity and be inspired about how to use books effectively to cultivate young readers who develop a life long love of reading whilst simultaneously learning to read. ","Abigail Steel, Education consultant, Abigail Steel Training Ltd ","Abigail Steel, Education consultant, Abigail Steel Training Ltd ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Abigail_Steel-300px.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,72,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,In the classroom - Secondary,Reclaiming the Essay: helping students discover their critical voice in English,"Are you an English teacher, frustrated by the limitations of PEE, PETAL, PCQA and other similar approaches to teaching critical writing? Do you feel such approaches constrain the ability of students across the ability range to write confident personal responses to texts? In this session, we introduce a new approach to critical writing which dispenses with rigid writing frames and places students' engagement with the text at the heart of the essay writing process. We will share examples its application in practice, and its transformative impact on student outcomes.","Nick Wakeling, Assistant Head, Colyton Grammar School, Kate Lea, Second in English, Colyton Grammar School","Nick Wakeling, Assistant Head, Colyton Grammar School, Kate Lea, Second in English, Colyton Grammar School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Kate_Lea.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,73,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Leadership,Leading 21st Century Careers Education,"Enabling young people to make choices to inform their next best step requires breadth of leadership; a powerful combination of high-profile senior leadership vision, curriculum planning and resourcing, empowered and impactful Careers Leaders and strong industry volunteers can create the conditions for success. Oli de Botton presents a compelling trend, evidence and outcome based session to support leaders to deliver powerful strategic careers programmes with young people at the heart.","Oli  de Botton, CEO Careers and Enterprise Company , The Careers and Enterprise Company","Oli  de Botton, CEO Careers and Enterprise Company , The Careers and Enterprise Company",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Oli_deBotton.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,74,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Leadership,The leadership mindsets that make the biggest difference,"What does it take to unlock leadership potential and enable school leaders to be at their most skillful and resourceful when it matters the most? Many competency frameworks would suggest that we need to develop a myriad of skills and qualities to be effective leaders, but in fact, there are just 12 leadership mindsets that have been found to have a disproportionate impact on performance. As founder of one of the world’s largest coaching organisations, Lee will share insights from over 100,000 coaching conversations with both education and business leaders, and highlight two particularly powerful shifts in mindset and practice.","Lee Sears, Founder, BTS Spark","Lee Sears, Founder, BTS Spark",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lee_Sears.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,75,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Research,Psychology in the Classroom,"From Teenage Neurodevelopment to Nature Connectedness Psychological research is wide ranging. Over the past 2 years I have gathered Psychologists from around the world to talk directly to teachers, through the medium of Podcast, about their research, the research of others and implications for education. This session will bring together the highlights of this auditory journey - the best advice, the things you shouldn’t believe, things you probably know but have forgotten, practical classroom tips and more - to help you get a better understanding of the vast array of research out there and how it can be applied to","Lucinda Powell, Associate Lecturer, National Institute of Teaching in and Education, Coventry University","Lucinda Powell, Associate Lecturer, National Institute of Teaching in and Education, Coventry University",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lucinda_Powell.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,76,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Research,Is deliberate practice really a teacher education panacea?,"Discussions around how to design teacher education that impacts on both classroom practices and pupil learning have become increasingly widespread. In particular, ‘deliberate practice’ has been presented by many as a catch-all solution to the question of how to best structure professional development. On Ambition Institute’s Teacher Education Fellowship, teacher educators have been exploring whether deliberate practice might not be the magic bullet solution that some have suggested it represents. In this session Nick will contest the increasingly unchallenged belief that deliberate practice is a teacher education panacea, and present the theoretical and practical implications for professional development practices.","Nick Pointer, Acting Associate Dean, Ambition Institute","Nick Pointer, Acting Associate Dean, Ambition Institute",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Nick_Pointer.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,77,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,SEND,"Building confidence, communication skills and a global perspective through digital immersive storytelling","Join Dr Harriet Marshall to explore how real human stories provide a powerful medium through which to engage learners, helping them connect with a range of themes to reinforce learning and support SEL. For children with SEND, meeting new people or experiencing new places can have its challenges. We share here how adaptable, multi-sensory digital storytelling can play an important role in opening up the world to learner who might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience it fully. We will look at research in SEND settings exploring the impact of immersive storytelling to build confidence and a global perspective.","Harriet Marshall, Head of Educational Research, Lyfta Education","Harriet Marshall, Head of Educational Research, Lyfta Education",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Harriet_Marshall.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,78,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,SEND,How can we support our most vulnerable young people to thrive in mainstream school?,"This sessions will explore how best we can support vulnerable young people to remain and thrive in mainstream schools. This session will touch on the importance of early intervention and the power of relationships. As well as this, we will explore and discuss our experience of the importance of trauma informed practice, teacher wellbeing and cultural competency in supporting vulnerable young people to succeed in mainstream education.","Jack Reynolds, CEO, Football Beyond Borders","Jack Reynolds, CEO, Football Beyond Borders",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jack_Reynolds.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,79,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Technology,Applying Virtual Reality & Immersive Technology to Enhance the Curriculum,"The session will outline how virtual reality and immersive technology has enhanced the curriculum and support services within Runshaw College. An evidence-based approach from staff-led action research projects demonstrates how teaching, learning, assessment and support are enhanced by using virtual reality and immersive technology. Stimulated and virtual training environments create new and exciting opportunities to engage learners and develop appropriate knowledge, skills and behaviours. The use of VR can also assist learners with developing coping strategies to overcome anxiety and support positive mental health.","Martin Rigby, Deputy Principal, Runshaw College","Martin Rigby, Deputy Principal, Runshaw College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Martin_Rigby.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,80,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Wellbeing | Staff,How to switch off at the end of the day,"According to the 2019 Teacher Wellbeing Index, 74% of education professionals consider the inability to switch off and relax to be the major contributing factor to a negative work / life balance.  In this informative, entertaining and engaging session, International wellbeing and performance expert George Anderson will outline the fundamental issues that are preventing you from switching off. He’ll present a number of practical tools that can help you access periods of calm inner quiet, essential for balanced wellbeing and mental health.","George Anderson, Wellbeing expert, George Anderson","George Anderson, Wellbeing expert, George Anderson",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/George_Anderson.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,81,
07/07/2022,07/07/2022,Thursday,15:30,16:15,Wellbeing | Students,Mental Toughness: Practical ways to Develop Resilient Students,Developing student’s resilience is now being seen as just as important as academic learning and wellbeing. This course will look at research-based practical approaches/strategies to develop resilient students and provide a wealth of practical strategies so that they become mentally tough and able to bounce back in challenging situations.,"Nicola S. Morgan, International educational consultant, author and teacher, NSM Training & Consultancy Ltd","Nicola S. Morgan, International educational consultant, author and teacher, NSM Training & Consultancy Ltd",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/NicolaS._Morgan.jpg,Thurs - Period 5,82,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Diversity,The Bias Within,"This talk gives an insight into the biases within that influence our decisions. We all have biases, there are a natural and necessary part of how we have evolved. Recognising them, learning how to disrupt them, is a crucial step in unlocking talent. This talk will give overview of unconscious biases as well as strategies to limit their impact in your educational setting.","Yusuf Ibrahim, Assistant Principal - Academic Studies & Digital Transformation, Cardiff and Vale College","Yusuf Ibrahim, Assistant Principal - Academic Studies & Digital Transformation, Cardiff and Vale College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Yusuf_Ibrahim.jpg,Fri - Period 1,83,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,"Further Education, apprenticeships & skills",The place for enrichment in FE,"Everybody can remember the trip, the guest speaker, the experiment that they did whilst in education, not everybody can remember the lesson content. But enrichment isn't always easy to pull together. Enrichment has to be relevant to the course, educational and cost effective. A combination that feels overwhelming, add in the paperwork and the mind boggling processes and you're already thinking of giving up. Don't. Don't give up because session will show you it's possible, even better it will give you ideas for starting your own without having to sacrifice your desk time (or your sanity!)","Charlotte Marshall, Program Area Leader and Teacher of English , West Nottinghamshire College","Charlotte Marshall, Program Area Leader and Teacher of English , West Nottinghamshire College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Charlotte_Marshall-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,84,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Joshua Seigal - Poetry and Performance ,"I will perform a selection of my award-winning poetry, and demonstrate the power of poetry and performance in all educational contexts.","Joshua Seigal, Poet , self employed ","Joshua Seigal, Poet , self employed ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Joshua_Seigal.jpg,Fri - Period 1,85,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,In the classroom - Secondary,Going on a Bear Hunt: Making Desirable Difficulties Desirable,"Taking Bjork’s notion of desirable difficulties as a starting point, the session will offer a perspective on some ways in which appropriate challenges can be established and achieved in the classroom. A particular area of focus will be how teachers can make the aims and benefits of desirable difficulty explicit and engaging to learners but there will also be reference made to the benefits of growth mindset, interleaving, retrieval practice and oracy. The talk is based upon a year-long study undertaken as part of Bedford School’s side-by-side peer coaching programme.","Nicholas Hopton, Head of English, Bedford School","Nicholas Hopton, Head of English, Bedford School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Nicholas_Hopton.jpg,Fri - Period 1,86,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Leadership,Leading Schools for Expert Teaching,"In this session, David Weston will bring together findings about school leadership, teacher expertise and school culture to identify why it is that so many attempts to help teachers improve fail. Drawing on examples from some of the most effective schools, he will give practical ideas for any leader to take away and implement.","David Weston, CEO, Teacher Development Trust","David Weston, CEO, Teacher Development Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/David_Weston-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,87,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Leadership,Creating A School Wide Culture of Coaching,Research clearly shows the positive impact of a coaching culture to an organisation. This preparation will explore the research in the context of a school. The presenter will set out the case for coaching the adults but also for coaching and mentoring as an approach for working with learners. The workshop will leave you with tips to consider if you want to introduce this approach in your school. The presentation will also link the importance of self determination theory through coaching to the skills that will be prized in the workforce by 2030!and beyond. ,"Chris McShane, CEO, Learning 3D","Chris McShane, CEO, Learning 3D",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Chris_McShane-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,88,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Leadership,Leading Transformative Change To Ensure A Brilliant Teacher in Every Classroom,"The session will outline have in a school that was previously in special measures following training received via the ambition Institute, a team of staff were trained as a teacher educators and implemented a whole scale approach to change in culture pedagogy and practice focusing on utilising research based approach to teaching and learning that prioritises a brilliant teacher in every classroom and seeks to ensure that no child is left behind.","Siobhan  Clegg , Assistant Head Teacher Staff Development , Q3 Academy Tipton ","Siobhan  Clegg , Assistant Head Teacher Staff Development , Q3 Academy Tipton ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Siobhan_Clegg.jpg,Fri - Period 1,89,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Research,"What is the level of essential skills in the UK, and is it improving?","Many of us become teachers because we want to make a difference to young people's lives. We want them to be better prepared for their next steps and, ultimately, for adulthood. The links between essential skills like teamwork & problem solving and academic outcomes has been established. Here, we explore the inaugural ‘Essential Skills Tracker’, which takes a view across the whole UK population. It’s the most complete picture we’ve ever had of who is building their essential skills and the impact this has on a wide range of life outcomes - including employment, income, social mobility, and wellbeing.","Evelyn Haywood, Head of Education, Skills Builder Partnership, Will Seymour, Strategy & Operations Manager, Skills Builder Partnership","Evelyn Haywood, Head of Education, Skills Builder Partnership, Will Seymour, Strategy & Operations Manager, Skills Builder Partnership",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Evelyn_Haywood.jpg,Fri - Period 1,90,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Research,Why retrieval practice works: mechanisms from neuroscience,This session is about how to use neuroscience research in education whilst doing two important things: a) ensuring teachers are still the experts in their classrooms and b) avoiding misusing the research.  Retrieval practice is used as a case study to show the power of neuroscience to uncover why cognitive science approaches work. These mechanisms can be used to help anchor educators to the fundamentals of retrieval practice to maximise its impact in schools.,"Sarah Cottingham, Fellow in Learning Design, Ambition Institute","Sarah Cottingham, Fellow in Learning Design, Ambition Institute",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sarah_Cottingham.jpg,Fri - Period 1,91,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Research,"Using enquiry to develop your school, staff and students. ","This was as session originally accepted for the 2020 Festival of Education, which was sadly postponed. We remain keen to show others what we have learned about enquiry as we really think it is worth sharing. Since we last applied the Enquiring Schools programme has continued to grow and a new chain of schools (the City of London schools) has now launched their own enquiry hub, guided by Gareth and Paul. ","Paul  Carabine, Research Lead at City of London Freemen's School, City of London Freemen's, Gareth  Mills, Director of Enquiring Schools, Enquiring Schools","Paul  Carabine, Research Lead at City of London Freemen's School, City of London Freemen's, Gareth  Mills, Director of Enquiring Schools, Enquiring Schools",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Gareth_Mills.jpg,Fri - Period 1,92,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Wellbeing,Empathy - the skill we need and how to develop it!,"Empathy is a word commonly used yet often misunderstood. Crucially, empathy is a skill and therefore it can be taught. In this interactive session you will experience how film can be a powerful tool to develop empathy and hear how educators can develop empathy within their classrooms through multiple tools and techniques. Importantly, you will leave with some ideas on how to implement this crucial skill in the new academic year, understanding how empathy is not an additional 'add-on' but is the most vital skill for personal and professional development and for the improvement of wellbeing within schools. ","Ed Kirwan, CEO and Founder , Empathy Week","Ed Kirwan, CEO and Founder , Empathy Week",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ed_Kirwan-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,93,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Wellbeing | Staff,Live Well to Teach Well - The New Simple Way for Wellbeing in Education,"This staff wellbeing session has been designed with you in mind and will provide you with the tools, knowledge and support to help you upgrade wellbeing strategies for both yourself and the people in your school community.  It will provide you with a roadmap for navigating times of stress and brings awareness to the status of burnout, highlighting the signs and symptoms and shares strategies to prevent it.   Discover how changing mindsets and lifestyle habits can boost overall health and productivity, helping educators to work smarter, not harder.   ","Kelly Hannaghan, Mental Health and Wellbeing Consultant, Consultant","Kelly Hannaghan, Mental Health and Wellbeing Consultant, Consultant",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Kelly_Hannaghan.jpg,Fri - Period 1,94,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,In the classroom - Primary,Working effectively with your TA to promote inclusion in the primary classroom,"There is a wide body of literature and guidance for schools leaders about TA deployment and many books aimed at teaching assistants about how to be a good TA. But there is little for the classroom teachers, who are responsible for the day to day deployment of TAs, about how to work effectively with their TA to promote children's learning and wellbeing. This session will look at how to fill this gap, helping teachers to develop practical strategies to work more effectively with their TA ensuring that they promote inclusion, rather than becoming a barrier to it.","Sara Alston, Consultant and Trainer/ Part-time SENCo/ Author, SEA Inclusion and Safeguarding","Sara Alston, Consultant and Trainer/ Part-time SENCo/ Author, SEA Inclusion and Safeguarding",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sara_Alston.jpg,Fri - Period 1,95,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,SEND,Follow The Empathy Road ,"Ginny will talk you through simple ways to improve your relationships with parents. When do you schedule meetings? Who do you invite? How do you address individuals in the meeting? How do you ensure everyone is heard, especially the quiet people? Come and join Ginny to reflect on your current experience and find new ways to connect with parents in a positive empathy based way. Ginny has been described as unique and engaging, talking from the heart not from the powerpoint #followtheempathyroad","Ginny Bootman, SENCO, Evolve Church of England Academy Trust","Ginny Bootman, SENCO, Evolve Church of England Academy Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ginny_Bootman-300.jpg,Fri - Period 1,96,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Technology,Opportunities for EdTech to support Rosenshine's Principals of Instruction,"In this session participants will explore the research behind effective use of EdTech, gain practical insights into how EdTech can support high quality teaching strategies, in particular Rosenshine's Principles of Instructions. They will also have an opportunity to discuss and plan for how this can impact on their own practice, or in their planning to lead faculties or whole staff teams in their use of technology. The session will reference a range of research including that from the EEF and from UCL. ","Christian Turton, Deputy Director: Computing and EdTech, Alban Teaching School Hub, Alban Teaching School Hub, Sandringham School, St Albans","Christian Turton, Deputy Director: Computing and EdTech, Alban Teaching School Hub, Alban Teaching School Hub, Sandringham School, St Albans",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Christian_Turton-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,97,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Transforming School Culture through lesson observation; a collective and collaborative approach - The challenges in a digital and remote school environment,Opening about the research leading to writing the book The three-stage lesson observation practice itself How and why it shifted school culture How to implement it into schools and the obstacles/barriers to overcome How the use of technology for blended and remote learning has challenged lesson observation What lesson observation looks like in a technological world and how can integrate technology into school culture    ,"Christine Cunniffe, Principal, LVS Ascot","Christine Cunniffe, Principal, LVS Ascot",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Christine_Cunniffe-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 1,98,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Curriculum,What does it take to plan lessons that work?,"Great teaching and learning is all about implementation. You only see impact when a fabulous intent becomes reality. How does that happen? Planning.   In this session, Helen will share insights into:  - Effective planning cadences and rhythms  - Affordances and limitations of individual and collaborative planning  - Key questions to ask for high-impact planning   Helen will draw on conversations with highly effective teachers in Ark Curriculum Plus partner schools across the country, combining emergent themes with key findings from the research literature. ","Helen Drury, Director of Curriculum Programmes, Ark","Helen Drury, Director of Curriculum Programmes, Ark",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Helen_Drury.jpg,Fri - Period 2,99,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Diversity,Can schools be inclusive without flexible working?,"Using expertise from working with individuals, schools, MATs, DfE and other organisations supporting diversity and flexible working, we will explain the opportunities for diversity and inclusion that flexible working can provide. Practical advice and examples will support individuals and school/trust leaders to see the importance and benefits of flexible working for EDI. Flexible working helps many groups (women, mothers, older teachers, those with disabilities and health issues, career changers, those with other interests etc.) to remain working and progress in the education sector ? this session will showcase why that is important and how it can be done.""","Lindsay Patience, Co-founder, Flexible Teacher Talent, Lucy  Rose, Co-founder, Flexible Teacher Talent","Lindsay Patience, Co-founder, Flexible Teacher Talent, Lucy  Rose, Co-founder, Flexible Teacher Talent",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lindsay_Patience.jpg,Fri - Period 2,100,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Diversity,The power of outdoor education for underrepresented communities,"Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, in autumn 2020 outdoor learning charity Learning through Landscapes launched My School, My Planet: a project to improve outcomes for children from disadvantaged ethnic groups and low socioeconomic backgrounds across the UK. In total, the project supported over 1,000 children from 47 different cultural backgrounds, giving them the opportunity to connect to nature, explore their cultural heritage and improve their wellbeing.  In this session, those involved in the project will discuss the opportunities and challenges behind creating a truly diverse educational programme and how outdoor learning can benefit all children and young people. ","Carley Sefton, CEO, The Learning through Landscapes Trust, Myvanwy Evans, Director, Louder than Words","Carley Sefton, CEO, The Learning through Landscapes Trust, Myvanwy Evans, Director, Louder than Words",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Carley_Sefton-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 2,101,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,"Further Education, apprenticeships & skills",Best practice in developing new and inexperienced teachers in FE,Come and join our conversation where we will explore the highs and lows of one of the most important issues currently facing FE - new teacher retention. We'll share with you the top ten actions to take to create an effective programme to support and retain new and inexperienced teachers. We'll also highlight our experiences of developing an organisational mentoring culture and discuss the adaptations required to the schools' Early Careers Framework to accommodate FE-based vocational teachers and programmes.,"Dr Anne Haig Smith, Director - Applied Learning Foundation, Activate Learning, Sam Jones, Chair of the Steering Committee, Research College Group","Dr Anne Haig Smith, Director - Applied Learning Foundation, Activate Learning, Sam Jones, Chair of the Steering Committee, Research College Group",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DrAnne_HaigSmith-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 2,102,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Future Leaders,"Sustainable Futures - preparing students to drive, and thrive in, a net zero future","In this session I will set out how schools can prepare their students to be a force for positive change in the fight against climate change by building their understanding of sustainable principles and how it applies to their future career. This focus will help students to find a sense of agency that helps to combat eco-anxiety, while equipping them to make choices that are good for their career prospects as well as the planet.","Matt Larsen-Daw, Head of Education, WWF-UK","Matt Larsen-Daw, Head of Education, WWF-UK",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Matt_Larsen-Daw.jpg,Fri - Period 2,103,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Primary,Supporting all parents to engage in their child's learning,"As we begin to see the impact of the pandemic on parents’ engagement in their children’s learning, it is essential that home learning is designed to be accessible and inclusive for all families. At Learning with Parents, we improve parental engagement through a simple homework solution that motivates, empowers, and engages families in learning together. Working in partnership with schools means together we can reflect on usage across the school and target support where it’s needed most. Using our research, parent voice and programme we will share ways to ensure all children are supported at home to fulfil their potential","Lucy Preston, Programme Director, Learning with Parents","Lucy Preston, Programme Director, Learning with Parents",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Lucy_Preston.jpg,Fri - Period 2,104,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Is Cognitive Load Theory The New Learning Styles?,"This session will explore if Cognitive Load Theory is the new Learning Styles. We will take a deep dive into what actually Cognitive Load Theory is (and isn't) and examine how it compares to Learning Styles in terms of our cognitive architecture, the research base behind it, and the practical strategies we can take from it. ","Bradley Busch, Psychologist, InnerDrive","Bradley Busch, Psychologist, InnerDrive",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Bradley_Busch-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 2,105,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Inspiring Young People to Take Action for Change,"In this fun and interactive workshop participants will experience the new, engaging lesson plans from the 'Non-violent Action: A Force for Change' project. These freely available, cross-curricular materials aimed at students aged 8-14 provide inspiring case studies of people from around the world taking action for change and enable teachers to develop active citizenship in the classroom. Philosophy for Children (P4C) is used throughout the materials to develop and deepen critical thinking and examine controversial issues. The materials are highly relevant to young people today who are passionate about issues such as climate change, equality and human rights. ","Helen Griffin, Global Learning Advisor, Development Education Centre (South Yorkshire), Rebecca  Conway, Teacher, St. Catherine's Primary School","Helen Griffin, Global Learning Advisor, Development Education Centre (South Yorkshire), Rebecca  Conway, Teacher, St. Catherine's Primary School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Helen_Griffin.jpg,Fri - Period 2,106,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Visualise - Become a Visualiser Pro!,"Greetings wonderful educator! Would you like to potentially: Boost engagement in your classroom? Improve outcomes for your students? Raise their processing speed? If you answered yes to any of those questions, this session is for you! Join Helen as she guides you through the world of visualisation.","Helen Lees, Teacher of English, TSAT","Helen Lees, Teacher of English, TSAT",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Helen_Lees.jpg,Fri - Period 2,107,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Writing to learn: embedding evidence-informed writing in secondary classrooms,"Helping pupils to write effectively can often seem like one of the most difficult responsibilities a secondary teacher possesses. Without seeking to downplay the complexity of teaching writing, this session will provide support to educators hoping to prioritise writing development in their classroom by outlining a range of evidence-informed strategies that can be adapted across the full range of attainment and subject contexts. It will also prompt discussion and reflection about what excellent writing entails, and about how teachers can guide their pupils towards producing their very best work.","Robin Hardman, Head of Politics , Hampton School","Robin Hardman, Head of Politics , Hampton School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Robin_Hardman.jpg,Fri - Period 2,108,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Why is planning-in complexity and doubt so important for top achievement?,"My session will explore the most effective strategies for schools to offer high challenge across the curriculum, with a particular focus on what real expertise and scholarship looks like across subjects. It will argue that there is often too little cognitive difficulty, rigour and struggle offered to students, so they do not develop the appetite for excellence that distinguishes top achievement. It will provide ways of engaging with these issues in the classroom and in the design of the curriculum.","Ian Warwick, Founder , London Gifted & Talented","Ian Warwick, Founder , London Gifted & Talented",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ian_Warwick.jpg,Fri - Period 2,109,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Initial teacher training,How to put cognitive science into ITT and embed the CCF,Would you like to learn: How to use cognitive science informed pedagogies with your trainees/ECTs? How to use instructional coaching with trainees? How to use FREE google classroom tools to provide ongoing formative assessment? How to embed human-first teaching (ode to Jaz Ampaw-Farr) as the foundation for excellent behaviour management?,"Kelly Woodford-Richens, Programme Director, Basingstoke Alliance SCITT based at Dove House School Academy (SEN school)","Kelly Woodford-Richens, Programme Director, Basingstoke Alliance SCITT based at Dove House School Academy (SEN school)",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Kelly_Woodford-Richens.jpg,Fri - Period 2,110,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Leadership,Creating a culture of developing teaching expertise,"In this session, Rebecca will explore the concept of teaching expertise, why it’s important and what expert teachers do. She will also be sharing how she’s working to create a culture of developing teaching expertise at Wyvern St Edmund’s.","Rebecca Lee, Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning), Wyvern St Edmund's","Rebecca Lee, Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning), Wyvern St Edmund's",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rebecca_Lee.jpg,Fri - Period 2,111,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Leadership,A cheat's guide to raising your school/college's public profile,"In this session, you'll receive a cheat's guide to raising your school or college's public profile. With examples of best practice from schools and colleges, you'll learn:  - How to use social media and other communications channels to engage your local community and prospective parents - How to maximise your return on investment in advertising and prospectuses - How to secure positive coverage from local and education media - The kind of content you need to be posting on your website to get noticed","Jessica Shepherd, Education Communications Consultant, Sparrowhawk Communications","Jessica Shepherd, Education Communications Consultant, Sparrowhawk Communications",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jessica_Shepherd.jpg,Fri - Period 2,112,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Leadership,Leading like you imagined it,"Before you became or become a leader you will have imagined yourself being a leader. The leader you imagined yourself being is likely to be effective in your role, well regarded by those you lead and your peers, able to manage pressures, and get the very best from your team. After all, who would plan on being a leader that couldn't do those things? In this session I will help you to consider honestly how close you are to the leader you imagined you would be, and give suggestions on changes you can make immediately to close any gaps.","Kevin Lister, Deputy Head Teacher, Stratford upon Avon School","Kevin Lister, Deputy Head Teacher, Stratford upon Avon School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Kevin_Lister.jpg,Fri - Period 2,113,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Research,"Given limited resources, who do we help, and how?","If your school collects lots of data, but you don't feel you do enough with it other than send reports home, this talk may be for you. If you feel that the use of student data is dangerous or counter-productive because it masks a real understanding of the individual, then I'd gently like to try to change your mind. This is the story of our experiments with how to make our student data talk to us, and our steps towards doing something meaningful in response to what it could tell us. We did something different. Did we make a difference?","Andrew Crookell, Assistant Head (Teaching & Learning), Stamford Endowed Schools","Andrew Crookell, Assistant Head (Teaching & Learning), Stamford Endowed Schools",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Andrew_Crookell-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 2,114,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,Research,How research evidence informed the new Oxford International wellbeing curriculum,"Even before the pandemic, policymakers and practitioners have increasingly focused their attention on the importance of student wellbeing. This inspired the development of the Oxford International Curriculum (OIC), for use from Early Years through Primary and Lower Secondary, enabling progression to international qualifications.  The OIC offers a new approach to teaching and learning focused on wellbeing and global skills development and aims to put joy at the heart of learning. This focus prompted OUP to commission research to explore any potential links between student wellbeing and improved educational outcomes undertaken by Dr Ariel Lindorff, Department of Education, University of Oxford. ","Penelope Woolf, Director of Impact, Oxford University Press, Jane Digby, Marketing and Communications Manager, Oxford Impact, Oxford University Press","Penelope Woolf, Director of Impact, Oxford University Press, Jane Digby, Marketing and Communications Manager, Oxford Impact, Oxford University Press",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jane_Digby.jpg,Fri - Period 2,115,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,SEND,"When SEN looks like behaviour, what we can learn. ","Start with a vignette or two, reflect on how the situation could be seen and responded to differently.  Discuss why a child might be unable or unwilling to explain their educational difficulty or barrier and how this could be missed over time.  Talk through ideas about how to think carefully about what we see so as to understand what is being communicated. Discuss key points about why this can be difficult or challenging, how our skills can be stretched.  Discuss some positive outcomes for individuals and how this can impact positively on ‘the other 29’ and the teacher too. ","Jess Mahdavi-Gladwell, SENCO, Head of Assessment Centre, Newhaven School","Jess Mahdavi-Gladwell, SENCO, Head of Assessment Centre, Newhaven School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jessica_Mahdavi-Gladwell.jpg,Fri - Period 2,116,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Curriculum,Building a curriculum and context around climate change and biodiversity,"Schools have a key part to play in addressing the climate crisis. Following the Department for Education’s recent climate change pledges, providing children with a curriculum-led, outdoors education about the natural world is set to become increasingly vital for many schools across England.  Aimed at school senior leaders and led by outdoor learning experts, this session will give you practical guidance to help you start building a curriculum and context that encompasses climate change, sustainability and biodiversity. ","Matt Robinson, Scotland Director, The Learning through Landscapes Trust, Mary Jackson, Head of Education and Communities, The Learning through Landscapes Trust","Matt Robinson, Scotland Director, The Learning through Landscapes Trust, Mary Jackson, Head of Education and Communities, The Learning through Landscapes Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Mary_Jackson.jpg,Fri - Period 3,117,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Diversity,"High expectations, high support: effective strategies to support multilingual learners","High-quality curriculum should simultaneously support and challenge all multilingual students so that they can further develop their subject knowledge and language. All multilingual learners, regardless of their English proficiency level, should be offered a broad and ambitious curriculum.  The highest quality curriculum and teaching which are responsive to the students’ needs ensure equality and equity for all MLs. The session will explore the plethora of ways in which we build the community where students do not just fit into, but belong.","Joanna Kolota, EAL Curriculum Leader, Trinity Academy Leeds","Joanna Kolota, EAL Curriculum Leader, Trinity Academy Leeds",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Joanna_Kolota.jpg,Fri - Period 3,118,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Diversity,"Racism, Sexism & Homophobia: How to change school culture urgently!","This session will give you the essential understanding and a practical strategy to begin a movement for change within the culture of your school. Discriminatory attitudes are often deeply entrenched and frequently go unnoticed. To begin to adequately address the prevalence of sexual harassment, racial disparity and LGBT+ discrimination we need to firmly grasp the nettle, unpack them and their long-established causes. Simply adopting a 'zero tolerance' policy doesn't even start to go far enough. This session will provide a radical, practical starting point and route-map to effect real and lasting change.","Peter Radford, Director, Beyond This","Peter Radford, Director, Beyond This",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Peter_Radford.jpg,Fri - Period 3,119,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Governance,Church schools and academisation: Benefits and barriers,"More and more schools are moving towards academisation. However, Church of England schools, which make up over a quarter of all primary schools and over 200 secondary schools, are limited in their choice of multi-academy trust (MAT).  This session asks what the limitations are for schools and what they can do to overcome them. It also considers the benefits that follow from joining a MAT and whether it will impact on the pupils within church schools.  ","Katie Paxton, Governance and Admissions Adviser, Oxford Diocesan Board of Education, Tony Wilson, Diocesan Director of Education, Oxford Diocesan Board of Education","Katie Paxton, Governance and Admissions Adviser, Oxford Diocesan Board of Education, Tony Wilson, Diocesan Director of Education, Oxford Diocesan Board of Education",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Katie_Paxton.jpg,Fri - Period 3,120,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Primary,Curriculum Mapping ,"The session will showcase practical approaches to curriculum mapping, illustrating the benefits that can be achieved through a well-planned curriculum. The theory of metacognition that underpins a rationale for curriculum mapping will be explored and practical guidance will be shard on how to use curriculum maps to assess children's progress. ","Ciaran Beatty, Headteacher, St James's Catholic primary School","Ciaran Beatty, Headteacher, St James's Catholic primary School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ciaran_Beatty-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 3,121,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,The Journey of Direct Instruction,"The rising success and popularity of Direct Instruction can only be appreciated by understanding the journey of two social justice warriors. The approach was co-developed by Siegfried Engelmann and Douglas Canine, and they fought to provide a cohesive curriculum to the most disadvantaged children they worked with.  This session will go through the history of Direct Instruction’s development, its field testing, the challenges faced by Engelmann and Carnine and the moments of success.","Naveen Rizvi, National Lead of Mathematics, Astrea Academy Trust","Naveen Rizvi, National Lead of Mathematics, Astrea Academy Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Naveen_Rizvi.jpg,Fri - Period 3,122,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,In the classroom - Secondary,Poetry Isn't Politics,"Poetry is one of the most difficult things to teach well and as a result, the world is full of metrophobes, adults who hate poetry largely because of their experience in secondary school. This session will explain how this happens and what can be done about it. ","Joe Nutt, Author and international educational consultant, N/A","Joe Nutt, Author and international educational consultant, N/A",,Fri - Period 3,123,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Initial teacher training,Is there such as thing as 'new' teachers in FE?,"A session that will encourage you to think about the existing experience levels of your 'new to teaching' staff and how that experience can impact on your support mechanisms, staff development and teacher education plan. We will look into industries and review how individuals can gain teaching, training and assessment practice whilst not in a formal educational role. This will be furthered by examine their beliefs systems and how that may impact on their practice and in turn to their learners.","Charlotte Bennett, Head of Teaching and Learning, Stoke on Trent College","Charlotte Bennett, Head of Teaching and Learning, Stoke on Trent College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Charlotte_Bennett-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 3,124,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,International,Reimagining Mobile Education using Technology,"Reimaging Education This session will offer a new perspective of how the use of technology can enable mobile learning for students attending AISL Harrow schools.  At a time that is unpredictable, this presentation will cover hybrid mobile learning strategies where students are afforded the opportunity to study online, offline and onsite, while receiving a complete British education. It is expected that attendees will leave inspired and open to the new possibilities that technologies can offer in education","Neelam Parmar, Director of Digital Learning and Education, AISL Harrow Schools","Neelam Parmar, Director of Digital Learning and Education, AISL Harrow Schools",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Neelam_Parmar.jpg,Fri - Period 3,125,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Leadership,Crash Course in Crisis Comms for School Leaders,"The session will provide attendees with the opportunity to learn from a former journalist and Government media adviser the essential practical information they need to handle the kinds of crises that can affect those in the education sector. Ollie will explain how journalists open up news angles and the narratives they want to tell. It will be an interactive session that will provide advice on the importance of story-telling, will set out the golden rules of handling tough media interviews, and how to stick to your key messages. Ollie will also run mock interviews.","Ollie Lane, Managing Director and Head of Education, PLMR Ltd, PLMR Ltd","Ollie Lane, Managing Director and Head of Education, PLMR Ltd, PLMR Ltd",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ollie_Lane.jpg,Fri - Period 3,126,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Leadership,Closing The Disadvantage Gap Through Collaboration ,"Young people from low income communities are much less likely to succeed in education than their wealthier peers. The reasons for this inequality are not simple, and lie in an intricate web of social issues. Addressing such complex problems takes more than one institution, one organisation, or even one government. Hear practical solutions from Fair Education Alliance’s 250 member organisations and learn how you can get involved in cross-sector collaboration to help every child and young person thrive. ","Gina Cicerone , CEO, Fair Education Alliance ","Gina Cicerone , CEO, Fair Education Alliance ",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Gina_Cicerone-300.jpg,Fri - Period 3,127,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Research,Creating the anti-racist school: what does the evidence tell us?,"This session explores where racist practice is most likely located in schools, and gives examples of how some settings are changing practice and pedagogy to create an antiracist school. ","Penny Rabiger, Researcher, The Centre for Race, Education and Decoloniality","Penny Rabiger, Researcher, The Centre for Race, Education and Decoloniality",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penny_Rabiger.jpg,Fri - Period 3,128,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Research,The Cognitive Science Underpinning Rosenshine's Principles,"This research based, highly interactive and engaging talk will cover the key areas of cognitive science and help you understand how they interact and underpin with Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction. As a result, attendees will have a deeper understanding of what best practice in the classroom looks like and why these strategies are likely to be effective.","Bradley Busch, Psychologist, InnerDrive","Bradley Busch, Psychologist, InnerDrive",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Bradley_Busch-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 3,129,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Safeguarding,Body Language - Sexual Harassment & Consent Education for Post 16's,This session will be an insight into the extensive FE work of Steve Wright and Routes Puppets. Steve involves students participant from across the UK to be voices of his characters. Think Spitting Image meets Creature Comforts in a suburban street style. Using student voice to trigger discussion and effective and relevant learning.,"Steve Wright, Director, The Puppet Broadcasting Company Ltd","Steve Wright, Director, The Puppet Broadcasting Company Ltd",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Steve_Wright.jpg,Fri - Period 3,130,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,SEND,Good practice for including pupils with medical needs,"Post pandemic, we are seeing increased numbers of young people presenting with medical and mental health difficulties that are preventing them from attending full time. This workshop will outline what you can do to ensure that those children feel included, are enabled to maintain contact with their peers and can easily transition back into school after a period of absence.  Using case studies and examples from schools, including the outcomes from a project trialling the effectiveness of using telepresence robots, and other remote learning opportunities, attendees will come away with some practical strategies and resources that they can use. ","Cath Kitchen, Senior advisor, The Skylark Partnership, Jim Bowyer, CEO, The Skylark Partnership","Cath Kitchen, Senior advisor, The Skylark Partnership, Jim Bowyer, CEO, The Skylark Partnership",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Cath_Kitchen-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 3,131,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Technology,Riding on the Edtech wave,"The experience of the last 2 years has demonstrated the crucial and significant role of Edtech in education, overall schools have risen to these challenges and have had to transform their use of Edtech to support teaching and learning and many other aspects of the wider school community. As one of the national Edtech Demonstrator schools we will discuss why it is crucial that all schools form a digital strategy and how you can do this.","Dan Roberts, Headteacher, Devonport High School For Boys","Dan Roberts, Headteacher, Devonport High School For Boys",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Dan_Roberts-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 3,132,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Technology,Developing a Digital Learning Strategy in your school ,"This session will explore how to design, develop and implement a digital learning strategy in a secondary school setting, in a manageable and cost effective way, while being underpinned by evidence-informed practice. The session will give examples of a model strategy and how to exploit well-established digital platforms in the school, such as Microsoft, while exploring other learning tools, which can be revamped and easily adapted to any subject, as decided by departments. Finally the session will propose a timeline and action timetable, to train staff and students, using the expertise within the staff and student forces, as digital champions. ","Esmeralda  Salgado, Head of MFL & Digital Learning Lead, King’s Ely","Esmeralda  Salgado, Head of MFL & Digital Learning Lead, King’s Ely",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Esmeralda_Salgado.jpg,Fri - Period 3,133,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,Wellbeing | Staff,"Wellbeing and Workload ? What Could Work and Why We Aren’t Doing It Yet""","Drawing on their reading of the work of a number of expert UK and international commentators on teacher wellbeing as well as their work in schools, Monisha and Roisin will argue that improved teacher wellbeing and decreased workload are interlinked and that achieving both is possible when teachers and education leaders understand the complex relationship between personal and occupational wellbeing.","Roisin McEvoy, Head of Schools Training and National Programmes, Anna Freud Centre, Monisha Jefcut, Training Manager, Anna Freud Centre","Roisin McEvoy, Head of Schools Training and National Programmes, Anna Freud Centre, Monisha Jefcut, Training Manager, Anna Freud Centre",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Monisha_Jefcut.jpg,Fri - Period 3,134,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Curriculum,The Elephant in the Room: Teaching Sexual Pleasure in RSE,The session will focus on: - Why a sex positive approach is essential - The aims and ethos of RSE - Talking about sexual pleasure in the classroom - Embedding sexual pleasure in the curriculum,"Jo Morgan, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, The Portsmouth Grammar School","Jo Morgan, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, The Portsmouth Grammar School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jo_Morgan.jpg,Fri - Period 4,135,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Diversity,Beyond Language Orthodoxy in the Classroom - Hearing Students' Voices,"Language (spoken and written) is the single most important medium through which we teach. However, it’s not a neutral tool. We all carry presuppositions and prejudices about how it’s “supposed” to work, often shaped by our own backgrounds. What impact may educators’ attitudes towards language have on the way students express themselves in the classroom and beyond? Based on Stewart McNicol’s own research into teachers’ views of language, and wider academic thought on the dangers of language orthodoxy in the classroom, this session will challenge the way we think about (and use) language with our students.","Stewart McNicol, Teacher of English, City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College","Stewart McNicol, Teacher of English, City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Stewart_McNicol.jpg,Fri - Period 4,136,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,"Further Education, apprenticeships & skills",Fulfilling the potential of BTEC learners: from GCSEs to a graduate profession,"This session reviews a 3-year evaluation of Ark’s Professional Pathways programme, an innovative approach to BTEC that emphasises academic success, aspirational post-18 choices and sustained progression, addressing the supposed disparities between A level and BTEC pathways. Combining research findings with practitioner experience shows how key elements of this successful approach could be applied in any school or college.","Sarah Taunton, Head of Programme: Professional Pathways, Ark, Susan McGrath, Co-Director, UP2UNI","Sarah Taunton, Head of Programme: Professional Pathways, Ark, Susan McGrath, Co-Director, UP2UNI",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sarah_Taunton.jpg,Fri - Period 4,137,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Governance,Sustainable Governance - B.Corp,"A powerpoint presentation - mostly images rather than writing, including some frank disclosures of what went badly as well as what went well!  And some of what's happening nationally and politically in early years education and general education from a sustainability viewpoint. Academic references available as last slide or to send to those wishing to follow these up. With a question and answer session at the end, and check lists available for free on the charity web site founded by the speaker if people want them.","Cheryl Hadland, Founder/Managing Director & Trustee, PVI & Charity","Cheryl Hadland, Founder/Managing Director & Trustee, PVI & Charity",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Cheryl_Hadland-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 4,138,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Governance,Governance during the lockdown,A talk exploring the above issues.,"Naureen Khalid, Trustee, Connect Schools Academy Trust","Naureen Khalid, Trustee, Connect Schools Academy Trust",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Naureen_Khalid.jpg,Fri - Period 4,139,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary,"High Standards, Not High Stakes: a future without SATs","As support grows for a review of GCSEs and secondary assessment, what is the future for SATs, primary assessments and accountability? Opposition to the current system is growing among educators, academics and parents. What are the issues and what would an alternative system mean for schools and pupils?","Jill Robinson, Communications Director, More Than A Score","Jill Robinson, Communications Director, More Than A Score",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jill_Robinson.jpg,Fri - Period 4,140,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,Rethinking Assessment - broadening our measures of success,"This session with explore the reasons why we need to rethink our damaging assessment system. In particular, it will showcase the arguments curated by the Rethinking Assessment organisation, and outline the work they are doing to build a better alternative. The system's obsession with a particular kind of exam is detracting from the educational experience of virtually every student in the country, and other approaches are not only possible, but already taking off. This is a chance to hear some practical steps schools can take towards innovation in assessment. ","Alistair McConville, Deputy Head, Rethinking Assessment","Alistair McConville, Deputy Head, Rethinking Assessment",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Alistair_McConville-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 4,141,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,What does the new DFE Sustainability and Climate Strategy mean for you?,"Dive into the new DFE Sustainability and Climate Strategy and discover how it came about, what it means for you, and how you can implement the strategy in a way that brings educational and practical benefits to your school, without overloading stretched staff and stressed students.","Matt Larsen-Daw, Head of Education, WWF-UK","Matt Larsen-Daw, Head of Education, WWF-UK",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Matt_Larsen-Daw.jpg,Fri - Period 4,142,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,In the classroom - Secondary,The Patterns of Attention,"When we direct our attention (or directed by others) to something several cognitive processes quickly occur. We might hold a gaze; zoom in and discern details; zoom out to recognise relationships; connect and perceive properties and start to reason on these properties. The astonishing reality is that we cycle through these multiple times every second.  Inspired by work by John Mason, in this session I will explore how these patterns of attention are important and how they can be utilised within teaching to maximise encoding. There will collaboration and table talk so please come prepared to share your experiences. ","Andrew Woods, Maths Advisor, The Education People","Andrew Woods, Maths Advisor, The Education People",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Andrew_Woods-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 4,143,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Initial teacher training,Mentoring new teachers: Becoming an expert colleague,"What makes a great mentor? This session will answer this question and provide attendees with practical, research informed strategies to ensure that their mentees develop into energetic, positive and knowledgeable teachers and make a huge impact on generations of students. Bridging the gap between research and practice, this whistle-stop tour of key features of the mentoring partnership will leave mentors feeling inspired and empowered to make a real difference to trainee teachers' development.","Haili Hughes, Senior Lecturer in Professional Development, Sunderland University","Haili Hughes, Senior Lecturer in Professional Development, Sunderland University",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Haili_Hughes.jpg,Fri - Period 4,144,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Leadership,Leading Mindfully for Healthy and Successful Schools,"Schools are franticly busy places. Increasingly, we are expected to do more to improve mental health and wellbeing and academic outcomes for students. However, the debate about wellbeing and school improvement is often unhelpfully polarised. Attachment informed and relational approaches are pitted against structures and systems that hold people to account. Aurora will argue that it is possible to take a ‘middle way’. She draws on the findings of Interpersonal Neurobiology, Cognitive Science, and the practice of Mindfulness to explore the interconnection between relationships, feeling safe and learning and suggests by prioritising this we can also get excellent results.","Aurora Reid, Consultant, School","Aurora Reid, Consultant, School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Aurora_Reid-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 4,145,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Research,Reducing poverty-related disadvantage by exploring the cost of the school day,The UK Cost of the School Day project helps schools to reduce or remove cost-related barriers to learning for pupils growing up in low-income families. The UK Project Lead will showcase what can be achieved when children and young people are empowered to identify and think creatively to address school policies and practices that unintentionally marginalise children experiencing poverty.,"Kate Anstey, UK Cost of the School Day Project Lead, Child Poverty Action Group ","Kate Anstey, UK Cost of the School Day Project Lead, Child Poverty Action Group ",,Fri - Period 4,146,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,SEND,Health Services in Schools - Digging Deeper into Delegation,"Schools are providing increasing levels of health services with accompanying increases in workload, clinical responsibility, risk and liability. This session will provide a unique insight into the statutory framework for EHC plan ‘health’ provision which will Identify where, how and why disparities exist between the legislation and the current service delivery model. In doing so, this will bring a clarity to the issues and show why ‘true’ statutory compliance is vital to ensure pupils receive quality health services. Additionally, the session will provide attendees with practical tips to strengthen arrangements for EHC plan/non-EHC plan health provision in schools.","Emma Smith, Independent Adviser, ESC Management Services Limited","Emma Smith, Independent Adviser, ESC Management Services Limited",,Fri - Period 4,147,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,SEND,The value of careers education for students with additional needs,"We will explore together the challenges and misconceptions around the provision of careers education for young people with additional needs, discuss key messaging and examine the rationale and aims that underpin the Careers Collective approach. Attendees will be able to participate in a range of ways and we will adopt a multimedia approach.  ","Tina Harrigan-James, Director, Careers Collective","Tina Harrigan-James, Director, Careers Collective",,Fri - Period 4,148,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,T Levels,T Levels: Two years in the making,"Whether you’re teaching T Levels now or in the future, working with pupils in key stages 3, 4 or 5 and want to help them to understand the options available, or a leader who is navigating the complexities of delivering a new qualification, this is the session for you.","Paul Kessell-Holland, Head of Curriculum Design Projects, The Education and Training Foundation, Clare Appleby, Area Relationship and Development, The Education and Training Foundation","Paul Kessell-Holland, Head of Curriculum Design Projects, The Education and Training Foundation, Clare Appleby, Area Relationship and Development, The Education and Training Foundation",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Clare_Appleby-300px.jpg,Fri - Period 4,149,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Technology,Beyond Emergency Remote Teaching; Online Education Enhancing SEND Provision,"Online learning has been propelled into the spotlight following the Covid-19 pandemic.  However, there is a distinct difference between ‘Emergency Remote Teaching’ and the targeted and effective use of online learning to enhance provision for students struggling to access mainstream education. This session will explore numerous case studies that exemplify how online provision has been utilised to improve access to education, support students with SEND and SEMH needs and address low engagement and attendance issues.  It will give attendees real-life examples of practical and productive uses of online learning utilised to improve student outcomes and fill gaps in their provision.  ","Sharon Smith, Impact and Evaluation Manager, Tute Education, Jane  Bibby, SENDCO, Alder Community High School","Sharon Smith, Impact and Evaluation Manager, Tute Education, Jane  Bibby, SENDCO, Alder Community High School",https://educationfest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Jane_Bibby.jpg,Fri - Period 4,150,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,14:15,15:00,Wellbeing | Students,Managing the rise of eating disorders in a post-pandemic world,"Attendees will increase their understanding around the current context of eating disorders understanding the things that impact individuals today. We will look at the impact of COVID19 and the other issues that come up across society. Attendees will hear a harrowing but inspiring story with practical advice on how to support someone with an eating disorder, practical advice on talking about eating disorders, and tips on how to prevent young people developing an eating disorder. I have done these sessions for schools before and the feedback has always been very positive for practical and insightful advice. ","Hope Virgo, Author, Mental Health Campaigner and Public Speaker, Self Employed / Hearts Minds and Genes","Hope Virgo, Author, Mental Health Campaigner and Public Speaker, Self Employed / Hearts Minds and Genes",,Fri - Period 4,151,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,10:00,10:45,Diversity,Improving racial equality in the teacher workforce,"People from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented in teaching profession, especially at leadership levels, and face significant barriers to progression within the teaching profession. This session will highlight the key insights from a recent comprehensive research study of racial equality in teaching, which identifies where inequalities are greatest within the teaching journey from applications to initial teacher training to moving into senior positions, including becoming headteachers. The session will explore what actions school leaders and other practitioners can take to promote greater equality in the teaching profession.","Jack Worth, School Workforce Lead, NFER","Jack Worth, School Workforce Lead, NFER",,Fri - Period 1,152,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,11:15,12:00,In the classroom - Primary & Secondary,A holistic study of the impact of school closures on Key Stage 1 children.,"NFER’s research shows that pupils have been negatively impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. This session will explore some of the reasons behind this, and will present findings of how Key Stage 1 pupils were performing in the 2020/21 academic year compared to their pre-Covid peers. 
The session will explore the impact on pupils beyond the assessment headlines. The presenter will discuss which pupils were most impacted and what teachers and school leaders can do to help pupils to recover. The presenter will also explore the diagnostic analysis that NFER and the Education Endowment Foundation have produced, which provides insights on specific aspects of reading and mathematics. This will help teachers to effectively target the areas of the curriculum most affected. 
Overall, this session will outline the research findings and insights and explore how this information can be used to better understand the ‘Covid gap’ in order to help pupils’ recovery.","Lydia Fletcher, Researcher, UK Policy and Practice, NFER","Lydia Fletcher, Researcher, UK Policy and Practice, NFER",,Fri - Period 2,153,
07/08/2022,07/08/2022,Friday,12:15,13:00,"Further Education, apprenticeships and skills",How can the education system prepare young people with the right essential employment skills for the future?,The world of work over the next decade will experience significant transformation and will have far reaching and long-lasting effects on the labour market. Young people will need to develop a core set of essential skills to enter employment. This session will explore the emerging finding from NFER’s programme of research providing new evidence-based insights about the types of essential skills that will be needed and what role the education system can play in the transformation of the future of work.  ,"Dr Lisa Morrison Coulthard, Research Director, NFER, Amanda Taylor, Head of Knowledge Team/ Deputy Head of Centre for Research Planning and Knowledge Management, NFER, Prof Rob Wilson, Prof of Economics, University of Warwick, Institute for Employment Research","Dr Lisa Morrison Coulthard, Research Director, NFER, Amanda Taylor, Head of Knowledge Team/ Deputy Head of Centre for Research Planning and Knowledge Management, NFER, Prof Rob Wilson, Prof of Economics, University of Warwick, Institute for Employment Research",,Fri - Period 3,154,