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Upcoming CPD

Discover the latest upcoming CPD webinars and live online discussions delivered by Whole School SEND. We offer CPD on a wide range of topics, hosted by our regional lead teams and a range of guest speakers from the world of education. All our CPD is fully funded by the Department for Education and free to attend.

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Upcoming events

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Specialist Spotlight: Exploring Inclusion under the new Ofsted Framework; Interpretation, Context and Strategic Readiness

Online
15 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session offers a focused exploration of how inclusion is emerging within the early implementation of the new Ofsted framework.

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Wave MAT Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
17 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting Vice Principals, senior leaders and Trust subject Leads across a specialist Alternative Provision (AP) Trust to explore, refine, and align approaches to adaptive teaching reflecting the unique context of AP settings.

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Newcastle LA Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
17 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting the implementation and review of Speech, Language Communication Needs intervention and provision within their setting. Participants commit to attending all sessions and contributing between sessions.

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Yorkshire and The Humber Regional Conference: Exploring the depths of executive functioning

Face to face
18 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
WSS
In-person Event

Join us for a day exploring the depths of Executive Functioning where attendees will gain practical knowledge and evidence-informed strategies to support genuine inclusive practice within their settings.

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West Sussex LA Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
18 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting the strategic understanding and practice around internal alternative and small group provision (Inclusion Support Bases) for school inclusion leaders. Participants commit to attending all sessions

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Wiltshire Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
21 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting SENCO/Headteachers to develop a high-quality inclusion strategy that is compliant with the new expectations within the SEND Reforms. Participants commit to attending all sessions and contributing between sessions.

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Improving Your Classroom SEND Practice with Whole School SEND

Online
21 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

Tailored specifically for teachers and support staff, this session introduces our free resources and looks at how they can directly support your daily practice.

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TKAT Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
22 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting defining the critical foundations required to launch and sustain high-impact inclusive provision across TKAT. Participants commit to attending all sessions and contributing between sessions.

Specialist Spotlight: Exploring Inclusion under the new Ofsted Framework - Lived Inclusion, Leadership and Evidencing Impact

Online
22 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

Participants will consider what this means for strategic leadership and how to articulate their school’s inclusive intent and practice. A facilitated discussion and reflection will support leaders to connect this to their own context.

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Neurodiversity Training Package: Train the Trainer Webinar – Autumn Half Term 1 (all settings)

Online
22 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

Join us for a free webinar supporting leaders, SENCOs and inclusion teams across primary, secondary and FE settings to deliver the Neurodiversity Train the Trainer package with confidence.

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Rutland Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
23 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting professionals to develop a consistent understanding on inclusion and inclusive practice. Participants commit to attending all sessions and contributing between sessions.

Specialist Spotlight: Inclusive Learning for Pupils with Complex Needs in Mainstream Settings (Primary)

Online
24 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore, through presentation and discussion, initial steps to take to ensure your classroom provides inclusive learning for pupils with complex needs.

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Sutton LA Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
25 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting Primary and Secondary senior leaders and SENDCos of schools that have - or are thinking of developing - a school-led Inclusion base in Sutton LA. Participants commit to attending all sessions, contributing between sessions.

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Banes LA Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
28 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting staff to develop a shared, evidence-informed understanding of Executive Functioning and to translate this into sustained, high-quality practice across their setting. Participants commit to attending all sessions.

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Specialist Spotlight: Tracking Progress and Achievement for learners with SEND

Online
28 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

Participants will consider what this means for strategic leadership and how to articulate their school’s inclusive intent and practice. A facilitated discussion and reflection will support leaders to connect this to their own context.

Wandsworth LA Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
29 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting Primary & Secondary senior leaders and SENDCos of schools that have - or are thinking of developing - a school-led Inclusion base across Wandsworth LA.

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Southampton LA Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
29 Sep 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting the planning, establishing or the development of an inclusion base (support or specialist) within a mainstream school for learners with SEND. Participants commit to attending all sessions and contributing between sessions.

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South East Regional Conference: Secondary inclusion bases: a strategic guide to implementation and reform

Face to face
30 Sep 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
WSS
In-person Event

Sessions will focus on the leadership, cultural, and operational shifts necessary to ensure these spaces provide high-quality support while fostering a deep sense of belonging and connectedness within the whole school.

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River Learning Trust Professional Development (PD) Group

Online
01 Oct 2026
FREE
PD Groups

Facilitated PD group supporting leaders of enhanced provision to develop an appropriate curriculum for pupils attending the provision. Participants commit to attending all sessions and contributing between sessions.

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Specialist Spotlight: Creating an effective inclusion strategy (Cross phase)

Online
05 Oct 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

The session will explore how schools can strategically consider pupil need, inclusive practice, leadership and provision while ensuring their strategy reflects the unique context and priorities of their school.