This one day in-person event will provide the knowledge to deliver effective inclusion practice and SEN support in mainstream secondary and primary schools and aimed at all staff who are responsible for, or involved in, supporting pupils in these vital aspects of education delivery.

Keynote presentations will be given by our very own Matt Bromley, an experienced teacher, education author and long-time contributor to the magazines, and Dr Pooky Knightsmith, a renowned speaker on SEND and wider inclusive practice, who will be accompanied by her daughter, Lyra Hesmondhalgh, offering insights into teaching girls with autism.

A further 12 practical workshops will be led by professionals sharing their expertise in a wide range of topics, addressing some of the challenges facing schools today.

Sessions on inclusion will cover themes such as safeguarding, transitioning to next school phase, race and LGBT+. Meanwhile, SEND workshops will include areas such as building a special needs department from scratch, distinguishing SEND from EAL, and sharing the responsibility for SEND provision across the whole school.

All workshops will offer advice, insights, information and practical examples of good practice, which can be adapted and implemented into your school’s particular circumstances.