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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

A teacher and four students all looking at a laptop in a classroom setting

Specialist Spotlight: Memory for Learning (Cross-phase)

Online
12 Oct 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

This session will explore the role of working memory in learning, how to identify learners experiencing memory difficulties, and practical, evidence-informed strategies to support the retention and retrieval of knowledge across educational settings.

Specialist Spotlight: Metacognition (Cross-phase)

Online
19 Oct 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

This session will explore how evidence-informed approaches can help pupils understand how they learn, develop effective learning strategies and take greater ownership of their learning and progress.

Four primary school children sitting at desks in a classroom. One student is getting help from the teacher.

Specialist Spotlight: Creating Belonging Through Inclusion (Cross-phase)

Online
22 Oct 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

This session will explore how to create and embed a culture of belonging and inclusion, using practical examples of how positive relationships and meaningful engagement with pupils, staff, parents and carers can improve attendance, behaviour & engagement.

Pupil helping secondary age school pupil

Specialist Spotlight: Barriers to Attendance Part 1

Online
04 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

The session will also examine the role of early identification, targeted support, and collaborative working in improving outcomes for learners.

Primary school children sat on the carpet in group reading with a teacher holding out a book

Specialist Spotlight: Adaptive Teaching - Part 1 (Primary)

Online
10 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
,
Online Event

This session will explore how adaptive teaching can support progress and engagement across primary settings, using practical tools and approaches to meet diverse needs and create inclusive, learner-centred classrooms.

A group of five primary aged children in a classroom with their female teacher

Specialist Spotlight: Understanding behaviour as communication (Primary)

Online
11 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
,
Online Event

This session will explore how to better understand the factors driving needs-led behaviour, how to prioritise support and select appropriate strategies for pupils with SEMH needs.

male teacher speaking with a parent of a secondary school age girl

Specialist Spotlight: Supporting Learners with Social Communication Needs (Cross phase)

Online
16 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

This session will explore the role of oral language as the foundation for learning, enabling pupils to access the wider curriculum and supporting their social and emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and peer relationships.

Specialist Spotlight: Understanding Executive Function (Cross-phase)

Online
17 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
,
Online Event

This session will explore the role of executive function skills in learning and practical approaches to support the development of these skills in learners.

Secondary teacher with pupils in a class

Specialist Spotlight: Barriers to Attendance Part 2

Online
18 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
,
Online Event

The session will also examine the role of early identification, targeted support, and collaborative working in improving outcomes for learners.

Specialist Spotlight: Supporting learners with attention difficulties (Primary)

Online
23 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

This session will explore how to better understand and support learners with attention and focus needs, using practical tools and strategies to improve engagement and create inclusive learning environments.

Primary school children sat on the carpet in group reading with a teacher holding out a book

Specialist Spotlight: Adaptive Teaching - Part 2 (Primary)

Online
25 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
,
Online Event

This session will explore how adaptive teaching can support progress and engagement across primary settings, using practical tools and approaches to meet diverse needs and create inclusive, learner-centred classrooms.

Specialist Spotlight: Supporting learners with attention difficulties (Secondary/FE)

Online
30 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
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Online Event

This session will explore how to better understand and support learners with attention and focus needs, using practical tools and strategies to improve engagement and create inclusive learning environments.