BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Boarding Schools' Association - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Boarding Schools' Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Boarding Schools' Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T153000 DTSTAMP:20260216T153921Z CREATED:20250723T115508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T153921Z UID:64386-1772447400-1772465400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Harmful behaviour risk assessments DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding leads\, pastoral leads\, senior leaders\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nRisk assessment is no longer limited to trips and events ā€“ settings are now expected to take a proactive\, risk-based approach in many other areas. \nThis webinar explores how to assess and respond to harmful behaviours ā€“ both at an individual and whole-setting level. Using current guidance\, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Ofstedā€™s review of sexual abuse in schools\, weā€™ll examine best practices in identifying risks\, planning interventions\, and creating safer environments. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nIdentifying harmful behaviours\, including harmful sexual behaviour\nUnderstanding diversity\, vulnerability\, and disproportionality\nEffective assessment\, safety planning\, and intervention strategies\nWhole-setting risk assessments and risk mitigation.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise and respond to harmful behaviours using current evidence and guidance\nConduct proportionate risk assessments for individuals and settings\nUnderstand why some children are more vulnerable to harm or harmful behaviour\nApply practical strategies to reduce risk and strengthen safeguarding culture.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. \n\nDavid Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid Walker has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding education\, having worked in a variety of schools across the UK and Africa. His career includes leadership roles in both senior and prep school settings\, complemented by service as a prep school governor and trustee of a multi-academy trust. Before joining the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-educational independent school in the South-East\, where he oversaw student welfare and pastoral care. His extensive background in safeguarding\, boarding leadership\, and governance gives him a broad perspective on the sector\, enabling him to support schools in delivering outstanding pastoral provision. \nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/harmful-behaviour-risk-assessments-2/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) This webinar will NOT be recorded.\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T130000 DTSTAMP:20260205T143619Z CREATED:20250805T140714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T143619Z UID:64770-1772452800-1772456400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding box set - EDI in boarding DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ SLT\, Inclusion Lead\, Head of Boarding\, Teaching and Boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nBSAā€™s Boarding box set series is designed for boarding staff and school leaders giving them a broad overview of a range of key topics relating to boarding. This series would be ideal for staff moving into senior positions in boarding\, preparing for Deputy Headship and consolidating their understanding on the wider sector ā€˜headlinesā€™. \nThis set will be Ā£500 for a member series place. \nThis webinar will provide delegates with the necessary knowledge to critically consider the EDI provision in their setting. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nTheoretical framework for EDI in school environments\nPractical considerations for boarding and school\nFostering a sense of belonging\nBenefits of EDI approaches in boarding\, schools and organisations\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nMoving beyond diversity to inclusion and belonging\nCreate a safe and inclusive community in boarding\n\nBOOK NOW \nOther titles in this series: \n\n\n\n1. Boarding box set ā€“ sector overview and market analysis\nOctober 02\, 2025\n\n\n2. Boarding box set ā€“ Inspection\nNovember 18\, 2025\n\n\n3. Boarding box set ā€“ Safeguarding\nDecember 05\, 2025\n\n\n4. Boarding box set ā€“ understanding UKVI compliance\nJanuary 13\, 2026\n\n\n5. Boarding box set ā€“ Marketing considerations for boarding schools\nFebruary 03\, 2026\n\n\n6. Boarding box set ā€“ EDI in boarding\nMarch 02\, 2026\n\n\n7. Boarding box set ā€“ Wellbeing and staff support\nMarch 10\, 2026\n\n\n8. Boarding box set ā€“ boarding house management\nJune 18\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: \nGaelle Sullivan\, Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA \nGaelle is Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELAĀ and joined the BSA in January 2023. She is an experienced senior leader and has worked in a range of state and independent schools. She is a qualified SENCO and holds a Masters Degree in Inclusive Education. Prior to joining the BSA\, Gaelle was Deputy Head Pastoral\, DSL and Head of Boarding at an all-girls independent school in the South-East. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-box-set-edi-in-boarding-3/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T133000 DTSTAMP:20260302T151412Z CREATED:20260105T140743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T151412Z UID:64686-1772541000-1772544600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Helping Students Thrive: A Neurodiversity-Informed Approach to Learning Differences\, Wellbeing\, and Communication for Agents DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£55\nšŸŽ§ Certified Agents\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline:Ā  \nIn this dedicated training session for education agents\, Hazel Lim shares her personal journey and offers tools to help agents build stronger relationships with schools and families\, ensuring students are best placed in environments where they can flourish and thrive.Ā Hazelā€™s personal journey connects neurodiversity with varying cultural understanding and approaches\, supporting everyone in developing their understanding to promote the best chance of success for children in the British education system. \n\nRecognise social communication or behavioural differences that may appear in young students and learn how to approach these situations in a way that supports families while maintaining strong partnerships with schools.\nDiscover how early recognition\, and culturally sensitive communication when approaching families can help agents guide families toward suitable and supportive school environments.\n\nKey topics: \n\nShares real-life lived experiences\nEmpowers agents with knowledge to better understand studentsā€™ needs\, strengthening their knowledge and understanding of neurodivergence in specific cultural contexts\nHelps agents navigate cultural peace and expectations when building trust with families\nEquips agents to speak with increased accuracy and confidence when relaying information\, in order to work more effectively with both schools and families\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nLearn strategies to best support students who may show subtle social\, emotional\, behavioural and/or learning differences\nEnable students to thrive through individual learning and wellbeing support\nUnderstand studentsā€™ unique needs to ensure the best possible school placements\nRecognise early signs of stress\, anxiety\, or adjustment challenges\nCommunicate with and approach families with care and cultural sensitivity\nStrengthen trust and communication with and between schools\, agents and families\n\nBOOK NOW \n*Certified agents can use one of their two free sessions per year for this event. Please email if youā€™d like to use this option* \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n\nSpeakers: \nHazel Lim\, Founder and Director of Chinese Autism Community Interest Company est. 2022 \nHazel Lim is a trusted community leader and advocate for inclusion & equity\, recognised for her reputable work empowering neurodiverse Chinese families to better understand and support their childrenā€™s individual learning and wellbeing needs. She is the Founder of Chinese Autism Community Interest Company (CACIC)\, the first culturally-specific support organisation of its kind in the UK\, working closely with families navigating differences in learning\, communication\, and development in communities where these conversations are often approached with apprehension\, aversion and anxiety. \nDrawing on lived experience as a neurodivergent parent of neurodivergent children\, Hazel works alongside families to build understanding\, confidence\, and trust as they navigate important educational decisions. Her consultancy and coaching work encourage thoughtful\, culturally sensitive conversations that help young people in the Chinese community to feel understood\, and finally begin to flourish in environments where they can truly thrive\, and no longer have to hide. \nHazelā€™s inspiring leadership has received national recognition\, including the Prime Ministerā€™s Point of Light Award and UK Chinese Women of the Year. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/helping-students-thrive-a-neurodiversity-informed-approach-to-learning-differences-wellbeing-and-communication/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T140000 DTSTAMP:20260220T161925Z CREATED:20251208T092133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T161925Z UID:68445-1772793000-1772805600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:BSA East of England Forum DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Free of charge\nšŸŽ§ Boarding Chaplains\nšŸ“ In person ā€“ Abbey College \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether youā€™re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nEllen Hesse\, Principal\, Abbey College Cambridge \nEllen Hesse has dedicated her entire professional career to working in boarding schools\, accumulating a wealth of experience in supporting boarders and ensuring their effective and enjoyable induction into school and boarding life. Currently\, she is serving as the Principal at Abbey College Cambridge\, an independent secondary school in Cambridge. She previously held the position of Vice Principal Pastoral and DSL at St Clareā€™s Oxford\, a sixth-form IB college. Prior to that\, from 2014 to 2018\, she served as the Head of Pastoral Care\, Director of Boarding\, and DSL at The Royal School in Haslemere\, an all-through school with an age range from 6 weeks old to 18. Her earlier experience includes a role as Head of Boarding at Cobham Hall in Kent from 2006 to 2014. Her teaching and boarding career started at Kingā€™s Ely. Ellen is a specialist in Science and History. \n\nDavid Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid Walker has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding education\, having worked in a variety of schools across the UK and Africa. His career includes leadership roles in both senior and prep school settings\, complemented by service as a prep school governor and trustee of a multi-academy trust. Before joining the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-educational independent school in the South-East\, where he oversaw student welfare and pastoral care. His extensive background in safeguarding\, boarding leadership\, and governance gives him a broad perspective on the sector\, enabling him to support schools in delivering outstanding pastoral provision. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-east-of-england-forum/ LOCATION:Abbey College\, Homerton Gardens & Purbeck Road\, Cambridge\, CB2 8EB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Forum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T150000 DTSTAMP:20260121T084054Z CREATED:20260121T084054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084054Z UID:69529-1772805600-1772809200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Attachment and trauma-informed practice in boarding communities DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline \nThis webinar will examine the impact of disrupted attachment and childhood trauma on children and young people in school settings\, and explore how attachment and trauma informed approaches can be thoughtfully designed and implemented to support them effectively. The session will also focus on boarding contexts\, highlighting key research findings relevant to boarding schools drawn from the presenterā€™s practitioner research project\, conducted in partnership with the University of Chester and the Royal National Childrenā€™s SpringBoard Foundation. \nBOOK NOW \n\nDr Katharine Sharpe\, Chartered Educational Psychologist \nDr Katharine Sharpe is a Chartered Educational Psychologist\, experienced educator\, and Director of Sharpe Psychology Ltd. She has extensive expertise in psychological assessment\, consultation\, training\, and teaching. After completing her degree in Psychology\, she began her career as a primary teacher before qualifying as an Educational Psychologist (EP).Ā  Katharine spent 15 years working as an EP within a large local authority\, including 7 years as a Senior EP managing a large locality team of psychologists. She then moved into the independent sector as Head of Learning Support and Assistant Head (Pastoral) at a prep school\, while continuing to run her private EP practice. She holds a Doctorate in Educational Psychology from UCL. \nNow working full time in private practice\, Katharine supports schools\, pupils\, and families across both local authority and independent sectors. She is an experienced conference speaker\, formerly served as SEND Subject Advisor for the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS)\, and currently sits on the Independent Schools Council (ISC) Cross-Association SEND Advisory Group. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/attachment-and-trauma-informed-practice-in-boarding-communities/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T123000 DTSTAMP:20260310T121320Z CREATED:20260119T075404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T121320Z UID:65606-1773226800-1773318600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:BSA European Boarding Conference DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø FREE for BSA members\, with thanks to our sponsors Noble + Eaton and I-GTM\nšŸŽ§Ā Heads\, Deputies\, Bursars\, Houseparents\, EAL staff\, Admissions and Marketing\nšŸ“ Beau Soleil\, CollĆØge Alpin Beau Soleil\, Route du Village 1\, 1884 Villars-sur-Ollon\, Switzerland\nšŸ  Accommodation not included \n\nSponsored by: \n \nJoin us at the upcoming BSA European Conference\, hosted in person at Beau Soleil\, where schools from across the region will come together to connect\, collaborate\, and share expertise. This yearā€™s programme features a rich mix of research-informed and future-focused sessions\, including research-informed boarding spaces\, using data to drive boarder recruitment\, emerging contextual safeguarding trends\, and international boarding developments. Delegates will also benefit from a best-practice panel session and dynamic group discussions exploring the concept of the global village\, ensuring a varied and thought-provoking experience for all attendees. \nBOOK NOW \n\nProgramme will include: \n\nResearch informed boarding spaces\nUsing data to drive boarder recruitment\nContextual boarding safeguarding trends\nInternational boarding trends\nKey inclusion issues and trends in Europe\nPanel session ā€“ sharing best practice\nGroup discussions ā€“ global village\n\n\nProgramme: \nWEDNESDAY 11 MARCH 2026 \n10:30 ā€“ 11:00 Registration \n\n11:00 ā€“ 11:15 Welcome \n\nSpeaker: Benjamin Turner\, Principal\, Beau Soleil\n\n\n11:15 ā€“ 11:45 Keynote Talk ā€“ The Stories That Shape Us: Belonging\, Boarding\, and Shared Purpose \n\nSpeaker: David Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB\n\n\n11:45 ā€“ 12:30 Panel session ā€“ sharing best practice \nA collaborative discussion bringing together sector experts to share practical insights\, lessons learned\, and effective approaches. \nPanel: \n\nJane White\, Vice Principal\, Beau Soleil\nEric Turner\, Director of Residential Life\, Leysin American School\, Switzerland\nJoss Bagnall\, Assistant Head (IBDP Coordinator)\, Aiglon\nGaelle Sullivan\, Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA\n\n\n12:30 ā€“ 13:30 Lunch and networking \n\n13:30 ā€“ 14:15 Research informed boarding spaces \nExploring how current research and evidence can shape the design and operation of boarding environments to improve student wellbeing and outcomes. \n\nSpeaker: Dr Joanne Ladds\, Associate Education Consultant\, Noble + Eaton\n\n\n14:15 ā€“ 15:15 Key inclusion issues and trends in Europe \nIdentifying current inclusion challenges and best practice across European boarding schools\, with a focus on equity and belonging. \n\nSpeaker: Gaelle Sullivan\, Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA\n\n\n15:15 ā€“ 16:00 Refreshments and networking \n\n16:00 ā€“ 16:30Ā Ā International boarding trends \nAnalysing global developments influencing international boarding provision\, demand\, and student experience. \n\nSpeaker: David Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB\n\n\n16:30 Tour of boarding/campus \n\n17:00 Day 1 conference close \n\nTHURSDAY 12 MARCH 2026 \n\n09:30 ā€“ 10:15 Contextual boarding safeguarding trends \nUnderstanding emerging safeguarding risks and protective factors within the wider social\, cultural\, and digital contexts of boarding life. \n\nSpeaker:Ā Dale Wilkins\, Executive Director Accreditation/Compliance\, BSA Group\n\n\n10:15 ā€“ 11:00 Beyond the school gates: How the journey shapes the boarding experience \nWelcoming and supporting students before they even arrive. \n\nSpeaker: David Williams\, CEO\, IGTM\n\n\n11:00 ā€“ 11:30 Refreshments and networking \n\n11:30 ā€“ 12:30 Group discussions ā€“ global village \nFacilitated small-group conversations encouraging diverse perspectives and shared learning across international boarding communities. \n\n12;30 Lunch and conference close \n\nSpeakers: \nBenjamin Turner\, Principal\, Beau Soleil \nBen Turner began his teaching career in the United Kingdom and has spent the past twenty years working in international education across three continents. His career has taken him to schools in Mexico\, Vietnam\, and Budapest\, where he has held a range of senior leadership roles\, including Head of Department\, Assistant Head\, Deputy Head\, Head of Secondary\, and Principal. \nThroughout his career\, Ben has led initiatives and departments spanning mathematics\, curriculum and learning\, pedagogy\, pastoral care\, sustainability\, student leadership\, and service learning. \nHe is passionate about creating a holistic educational experience in which intellectual growth is complemented by character development\, ensuring that students benefit from a school environment rich in opportunity and meaningful experiences. \nBen Joined Beau Soleil in August 2025 \n\nJane White\, Vice Principal\, Beau Soleil \nJane White is Vice Principal at Beau Soleil. In a long and happy career spanning three countries and six (very) different boarding schools\, she has held a variety of leadership roles across every aspect of school life. Her six years as Housemistress of a large and lively girls boarding house in the south of England remains a highlight\, and opened her eyes to quite how much students can learn and grow\, in so many different ways\, with the benefit of a boarding education. In her ten years at Beau Soleil\, Jane has first driven\, then supported the development of an extraordinary full time boarding community\, starting with a classic British boarding structure and stretching it to include every possible piece of fun\, collaboration\, competition and the wholehearted pastoral support and guidance that allow all these things to happen. \n\nJoss Bagnall\, Assistant Head (IBDP Coordinator)\, Aiglon \nJoss Bagnall began her career at Ryde School with Upper Chine on the Isle of Wight\, serving as Teacher and then Head of Geography alongside Round Square Coordinator. A passionate educator and IB examiner\, she resided in a boarding house while her husband served as Housemaster. Joss later moved to Portugal to lead the authorisation and implementation of the IB Diploma Programme.Ā Throughout her career\, she has led initiatives in global exchanges\, sustainability as well as outdoor leadership. JossĀ has recently moved to Aiglon College where she is now Assistant Head (IBDP Coordinator). \n\n \nEric Turner\, Director of Residential Life\, Leysin American School\, Switzerland \nA 30-year veteran of boarding schools\, Eric Turner is the Director of Residential Life at Leysin American School\, where he oversees all aspects of residential life\, health services\, counseling\, student leadership\, and social-emotional learning. Over the course of his career\, he has also served as Dean of Students and Director of Enrollment Management at schools in the United States. \nAs a boarding school alumnus himself\, Eric understands the experience well. He knows how to recruit families and build strong communities\, and he also believes residential life is about more than supervision. Itā€™s about creating a true home away from home\, where students feel known\, supported\, and cared for within their residential communities. \n\nJoanne Ladds\, Associate Education Consultant\, Noble + Eaton \nJoanne is an educational consultant and learning space designer with two decades of experience in the education sector. With a lifetime devoted to learning\, Joanneā€™s work shows an unwavering dedication to creating thriving educational spaces. As a consultant\, researcher\, and speaker\, Joanne is a member of the Noble+Eaton team part of the Envoplan Group. Joanne is passionate about educational change and is dedicated to creating strategically designed and inclusive learning spaces. Her approach is deeply rooted in evidence-led and pupil-centric methodologies that foster growth and encourage all students to thrive. \n\n \nDavid Williams\, CEO\, IGTM \nDavid is the co-founder of I-GTM\, the leading provider of a travel record-keeping and management solution designed specifically for UK boarding schools. His mission is to ensure that schools receive precisely what they need from I-GTM ā€” capturing accurate records of the boarder roll and streamlining travel planning while enhancing safeguarding\, efficiency\, and compliance. I-GTMā€™s technology addresses the challenges of student travel\, offering a centralised platform that empowers schools to oversee\, monitor\, and manage travel records with confidence. \n\n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Groupā€™s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting. \n\nDavid Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid Walker has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding education\, having worked in a variety of schools across the UK and Africa. His career includes leadership roles in both senior and prep school settings\, complemented by service as a prep school governor and trustee of a multi-academy trust. Before joining the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-educational independent school in the South-East\, where he oversaw student welfare and pastoral care. His extensive background in safeguarding\, boarding leadership\, and governance gives him a broad perspective on the sector\, enabling him to support schools in delivering outstanding pastoral provision. \n\n \nGaelle Sullivan\, Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA \nGaelle is Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA and joined the BSA in January 2023. She is an experienced senior leader and has worked in a range of state and independent schools. She is a qualified SENCO and holds a Masters Degree in Inclusive Education. Prior to joining the BSA\, Gaelle was Deputy Head Pastoral\, DSL and Head of Boarding at an all-girls independent school in the South-East. \nĀ  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-european-boarding-conference/ CATEGORIES:Conference,In-person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T123000 DTSTAMP:20260205T143859Z CREATED:20260107T104919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T143859Z UID:68919-1773397800-1773405000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:BSA/HIEDA Understanding and supporting students who self-harm (health centre) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ This session is tailored for school nurses\, health centre and wellbeing staff who may encounter students presenting with self-harm and who want to enhance their skills in responding effectively\, compassionately\, and safely.\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline \nSelf-harm is a complex and sensitive issue\, and school nurses\, health centre and wellbeing staff can often be amongst the first to identify and notice signs or have conversations with pupils who may be struggling. This interactive training session\, let by experienced trainer and speaker Satveer Nijjar\, is designed specifically for nurses and health staff working in school/college settings. \nThrough discussion\, practical examples and real-life insights\, participants will develop greater confidence and understanding in recognising\, responding to\, and supporting young people affected by self-harm. \nTraining topics: \n\nUnderstanding self-harm behaviours\nBroaching suspected self-harm\nLanguage use around self-harm presentations\nAlternative strategies.\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event is joint with: \n \n\nSpeaker: \nSatveer Nijjar\, Independent Trainer \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSatveer is passionate about reducing stigma around mental ill health\, with a particular focus on improving understanding and responses to self-harm. She graduated in 2012 with a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology\, winning the Bernice McAuley Memorial Prize for her dissertation on self-harm and culture. She went on to found Attention Seekers Training\, delivering CPD-accredited self-harm awareness sessions across the UK and internationally. In 2023 alone\, she trained over 23\,000 people. Her work spans education\, health and corporate sectors\, and features in Head Talks\, the Boarding Schools Association Magazine\, and books by Natasha Devon and Jonny Benjamin. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-hieda-understanding-and-supporting-students-who-self-harm-health-centre/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260316T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260316T153000 DTSTAMP:20260313T111517Z CREATED:20250805T151443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T111517Z UID:64783-1773657000-1773675000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Creating Great Boarding Spaces DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Boarding house practitioners\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis virtual seminarā€Æwill provide an insight into current trends and good practice in boarding house facilities\, enabling attendees to consider any planned changes to boarding houses in the context of the wider market. By considering trends and quality examples\, attendees will be able to identify solutions and areas for improvement from other schools. This seminarĀ will help schools better understand the key elements of a good boarding house and plan their house development accordingly.Ā  \nTraining topics will include: \n\nImportance of good boarding facilities ā€“ why they matter and key areas within themĀ \nKey boarding house areas ā€“ step by step look at key boarding house areas including welcome entrance\, walls/corridors/noticeboardsĀ \nKey boarding house areas ā€“ step by step look at key boarding house areas including social spaces\, bedrooms\, bathroomsĀ \nPractical suggestions ā€“ key tips and places to buy good value items for boarding houses.Ā \n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nIncreased awareness of boarding facilities\, house decoration\, furniture\, and equipment across the boarding sectorĀ \nGuidance on low-cost ways to improve boarding housesĀ \nWider perspective on how to improve boarding facilities in your schoolĀ \nLinks to suppliers offering good value materials/equipment for boarding schools.Ā \n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nDavid Walker\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director BSA/TIOB\n \nDavid is the BSA Director and joined the BSA group in August 2023. He has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding schools and has worked in a range of schools in the UK and Africa\, alongside being a prep school governor and a trustee of a MAT. Before taking up his post at the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-ed independent school in the South-East. \n\n \nKarl Hearn\, Strategy Development Consultant\, Noble + Eaton \nKarl is a consultant at Noble + Eaton\, a subsidiary of the Envoplan Group\, working with schools and colleges on strategic planning\, estates development and investment decision-making. His work is centred on improving student outcomes through proven strategies that balance educational ambition with long-term financial sustainability. \nKarl supports senior leaders and governors in making confident\, well-informed decisions that maximise return on investment while enhancing the student experience. He is valued for his thoughtful\, practical approach and his ability to help institutions turn strategic priorities into clear\, achievable plans. \n\nJoanne Ladds\, Associate Education Consultant\, Noble + Eaton \nJoanne is an educational consultant and learning space designer with two decades of experience in the education sector. With a lifetime devoted to learning\, Joanneā€™s work shows an unwavering dedication to creating thriving educational spaces. As a consultant\, researcher\, and speaker\, Joanne is a member of the Noble+Eaton team part of the Envoplan Group. Joanne is passionate about educational change and is dedicated to creating strategically designed and inclusive learning spaces. Her approach is deeply rooted in evidence-led and pupil-centric methodologies that foster growth and encourage all students to thrive. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-on-a-budget-5/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260317T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260317T153000 DTSTAMP:20260318T130057Z CREATED:20250805T152042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T130057Z UID:64786-1773743400-1773761400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Supporting senior boarders DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Boarding house practitioners\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis day seminar will highlight the common issues that older teenagers face and look at how to support them as they progress towards leaving school. Managing the increase in choices boarders will have to make as they approach the significant transition towards life after school\, they may find themselves under increasing pressure and in need of support from those around them. This course is designed to help boarding staff grow in confidence in their role and promote the knowledge and skills required to meet the needs of senior boarders. \nOlder teenagers face an increasingly diverse set of pressures and many of them need additional support. Certainly\, they need to feel they are in a safe environment where they can discuss concerns and build their resilience and independence. Boarding staff have a role in helping young people to make good choices around the risks they face and\, therefore\, they need to have an understanding of the issues teenagers may encounter. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nCommon issues for the older teen ā€“ academic/professional (parental and peer pressure\, success\, managing transition to adulthood\, preparing for life after school)\nCommon issues for the older teen ā€“ personal/social (relationships\, social media and online safety\, drugs/alcohol\, risk taking and dangerous behaviours)\nSupporting teenagers ā€“ promoting resilience\, self-worth and making good choices\nCase studies and group discussion.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nImproved understanding of the common issues for older teens\nIncreased confidence in supporting older teens.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nTom Hadcroft : Headteacher\, Berkhamsted Boys School \nTom Hadcroft is currently serving as a Deputy School Director at Aiglon College in Switzerland (since April 2025). His primary focus in this role is on boarding\, wellbeing and safeguarding. \nPrior to this appointment\, he was the Headmaster of Berkhamsted Boys School in the UK\, and before that\, the Senior Deputy Head at DLD College London\, focusing on pastoral and boarding issues. Hadcroftā€™s expertise extends to being an International School Accreditor for CIS and a course tutor for the Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association. He is also a Mental Health First Aid Youth instructor and holds an MEd in Educational Leadership. \nĀ  \nĀ  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/supporting-senior-boarders-4/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This seminar will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T153000 DTSTAMP:20251119T094237Z CREATED:20250805T152522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T094237Z UID:64788-1773829800-1773847800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Coping with bereavement and loss DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Boarding and pastoral staff\, Deputy Heads\, Heads of Boarding\, all staff\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar will support pastoral staff in their understanding of the impact of loss and bereavement on young people. From recognising how children and young people grieve and the physiological impact of grief\, to supporting young children in coping with a return to ā€˜normalā€™ activities after suffering a loss\, this seminar will equip delegates with a clearer understanding of how to help. \nThe focus will be on the main school age range of 8-18 years but may go beyond these years to account for developmental variations. The session will also consider the child in the context of the boarding school ā€˜familyā€™\, and the role pastoral staff in particular\, can play. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nPrevalence of childhood bereavement ā€“ in context\nUsual reactions to grief and developmental variations of grief\nTheories of grief\nThe roles that schools play in supporting bereaved children and young people\nCommunication ā€“ with the child\, family\, staff\, students\, and wider school community\nHelping children understand their feelings\nWhen to seek more help\nSelf-care.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nAn understanding of the impact of loss and bereavement on young people\, including the physical and psychological impact of grief\nRecommended actions to help children and young people understand their feelings\nSignposting to additional support and when to access this.\n\nBOOK NOW URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/coping-with-bereavement-and-loss-3/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T153000 DTSTAMP:20260310T090656Z CREATED:20251209T110055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T090656Z UID:68510-1774000800-1774020600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:BSA/HIEDA Certificate in Professional Practice ā€“Ā Mental Health & Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:We offer a self-funding route for all courses.Ā  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.Ā  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at liz.mcdonald@bsagroup.org.uk\n\n\n\n\nNEW OnlineĀ BSA Certificate in Professional Practice ā€“Ā Mental Health Ā & Wellbeing \nNew Spring dates added! \nThis module is comprised of three tutor-led study days featuringĀ guest speakers\, interactive morning and afternoon sessions. Breakout groupsĀ allow forĀ discussion and time with the course tutors. \nStudy Days for the SpringĀ module are: \nā€¢ Study Day 1\, March 20\, 2026\nā€¢ Study Day 2\, May 1\, 2026\nā€¢ Study Day 3\, June 2\, 2026 \nAll study days will be online via Zoom. \nTO BEGIN YOUR QUALIFICATION CLICK HERE \nTimings for each study day: 10:00am ā€“ 15:30pm BST/GMT \nKey elements of the new Certificate Course Programme: \n\nUnderstanding Child and Adolescent Mental Health: social media\, body image and anxiety\,Ā Guest Speaker\,Ā Dr Tara Porter\,Ā  Clinical Psychologist and Writer\nLooking after Yourself : Building Personal Resilience and Wellbeing\nCreating Balance in the workplace : A Coaching Approach\nSafeguarding Considerations and Mental Health\,Ā Dale Wilkins\,Ā BSA Senior Director\nSupporting Students\nManaging Difficult Conversations\,Ā Alicia Drummond\, Founder of The Wellbeing Hub\nEmotional Regulation ā€“ A Whole School Approach\,Ā Alicia Drummond\, Founder of The Wellbeing Hub\nLooking after the Team :Ā Building healthy high performance\nPositive Psychology : Developing an Emotional Literacy Toolkit\,Ā Guest Speaker\,Ā Dr Jody Walshe\, Educational and Child Psychologist\nManaging Resilience and Wellbeing in the Boarding Context\n\nThis course can be undertaken by both graduate teaching and non-graduate house staff\, including matrons\, assistant house staff and house-parents; indeed any member of school staff with responsibility for the care and wellbeing of team membersĀ and boarding students. \nThe programmeĀ is organised around a combination of threeĀ intensive study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in diļ¬€erent ways\, which includeĀ lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. Group discussion is a particularly important aspect of this course\, enabling delegates to look at the theory in light of their own practical experience. Students will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, taking responsibility for their own learning\, whilst contributing to the learning of the group as a whole. The course is run by senior members of the BSA staff. \n\nDr Tara Porter\,Ā Clinical Psychologist and Writer \nShe worked in the NHS for over 25 years in child and adolescent mental health and has her own successful private practice. Ā She is the author of the Sunday Times Best SellingĀ ā€œYou Donā€™t Understand Me: The Young Womanā€™s guide to Lifeā€Ā which has also been translated and published around the world.Ā  She writes articles about mental health in journals and the mainstream media. Ā Tara is an Associate Tutor on the doctorate programme for Clinical Psychologists at UCL. She has a special interest in mental health in schools and worked previously at the Anna Freud Centre on their Schools in Mind project; and is a judge on the Times Educational Supplement School of the Year award. \nShe tweets @drtjap and is on Instagram @drtaraporterpsychologist. \n\nAlicia Drummond\, Founder of The Wellbeing Hub \nAlicia is passionate about providing evidence-based advice to parents\, teachers and all those looking after children and young people\, so they can be proactive in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of those in their care. Alicia also works directly with children and young people empowering them to look after their own mental health and wellbeing. Alicia draws on the latest research from psychotherapy\, psychology\, and neuroscience\, along with her experience of working as an adolescent therapist. Alicia is a BACP accredited therapist\, parenting expert\, sought after keynote speaker\, member of the All Party Parliamentary Group for a Fit and Healthy Childhood\, author and a mother. She is regularly asked for her expert opinion by the media. Having worked with schools across the UK for more than a decade delivering webinars\, talks and workshops to parents\, carers\, staff\, and pupils; in 2020 Alicia created The Wellbeing Hub. This\naward-winning platform provides schools with a whole school\, proactive approach to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people\, now in over 220 schools in the UK\, impacting over 130\,000 pupils. \n\nDr Jody Walshe\,Ā HCPC Registered Educational and Child Psychologist and Author \nDr Jody Walshe is an Educational and Child Psychologist and a registered member of the Health and Care Professions Council. After completing an English Literature degree at Cambridge University\, she achieved a second degree in Psychology whilst teaching and working in SEN provision. She then completed her doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology at the University of East London\, which explored self-harm in educational contexts.Ā  Jody is experienced in contributing to the assessment and psychological treatment of developmental difficulties\, learning needs and child/adolescent mental health.Ā  She is also a Consultant Psychologist\, providing consultations for foster carers and supervising social workers with the Compass Community as part of their REACH approach. She has delivered training to the students on the University of East London Professional Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology programme. \nJody has extensive direct therapeutic experience with children and young people.Ā  She works with looked after children\, young offenders\, and children/young people with complex needs.Ā  Jody has training in Video Interaction Guidance\, with Level 1 accreditation.Ā  She has a range of experience working with children\, adults\, families and professionals in both clinical and educational contexts and with local authorities and specialist services.Ā  Jody is experienced in individual and group supervision\, in a range of therapeutic contexts. \nJody is an experienced presenter and has delivered to groups including the Centre for Child Mental Health and Nurture UK.Ā  She facilitates training on topics including: techniques to support the emotional development of children and young people; staff resilience and well-being; self-harm; anxiety; attachment in the classroom; bereavement; critical incidents; trauma informed approaches. \nJody has written a number of books and other resources on topics including mindfulness; self-harm; solution focused brief therapy; positive psychology. \nFIND OUT ABOUT JODYā€™S PUBLICATIONS HERE \n\nCourse Lead \nKate Boyd-Williams\,Ā Ā Founder of The Coaching Motherhood \nKate Boyd Williams spent over 15 years as a houseparent\, teacher and Head of Wellbeing in elite UK and Swiss boarding schools\, working closely with students and staff through the full spectrum of academic pressure and pastoral complexity. \nShe is a qualified coach\, sophrologist\, hypnotherapist\, and teen yoga practitioner whose work centres on nervous system regulation as the foundation for high performance ā€” in the exam room and beyond. Having witnessed first-hand what helps students truly flourish under pressure\, and what quietly goes unnoticed until itā€™s too late\, Kate now brings that expertise to educators\, parents\, and students through training\, talks\, and practical resources and also a podcast: Conversations for Our Teens. Ā  \nShe offers tools for boarding communities navigating exam season ā€” and for the educators who hold those environments together at kateboydwilliams.com. \n\nNB:Ā Please be aware that it is crucial to remain on your assigned course path and tutor group to gain the very best out of your training. Of course\, we understand some things are unavoidable however we cannot guarantee alternative placement days\, and this may incur an admin charge URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-hieda-certificate-in-professional-practice-mental-health-wellbeing-3/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accredited Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T153000 DTSTAMP:20260303T140723Z CREATED:20260226T075103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T140723Z UID:71045-1774013400-1774020600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Positive masculinity DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ All boarding practitioners and leaders\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar explores what it means to model and promote positive masculinity in a school environment. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of the cultural\, social\, and emotional influences that shape young menā€™s self-image\, and consider how to create inclusive environments that support emotional intelligence\, communication\, respect\, and empathy. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognising and challenging harmful stereotypes and limiting beliefs\nCreating a framework for positive male role modelling in school life.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nTim Jarvis\, Senior Master: Pastoral Care at Michaelhouse \nTim Jarvis is currently the Senior Master: Pastoral Care at Michaelhouse\, a South African boarding school for senior boys in KwaZulu-Natal. He holds Honours degrees in Education and Psychology from the University of Exeter and the University of South Africa respectively. Tim was the conference lead at researchED Pretoria\, the inaugural researchED conference in South Africa\, and then programme manager for the follow up event in Cape Town. Tim has also served on the Global Advisory Board of the University of St Andrews\, Scotland. \nTim enjoys writing and is the author of the blog\, ā€˜Thereā€™s a ā€˜Hadeda in my Gardenā€™\, which considers educational issues\, boarding school life\, and teen well-being. He has written articles for Independent Education in South Africa and the Guardian Teachers network in the UK. He also featured on IBSCā€™s Exploring Boysā€™ Education Podcast on the pastoral care of boys. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/positive-masculinity/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T113000 DTSTAMP:20260203T133440Z CREATED:20260203T132655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T133440Z UID:70064-1774258200-1774265400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding school careers for veterans DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Free\nšŸŽ§Ā Veterans and service personnel interested in finding out more about working in boarding schools\nšŸ“ The Library\, Mercersā€™ Hall\, 6 Frederickā€™s Place\, London EC2R 8AB \n\nJoin us for this drop-in information session to find out more about the BSA ASPIRE programme\, which offers a structured pathway into boarding school jobs for veterans and service personnel. \nFor serving personnel and veterans\, the question of ā€˜what next?ā€™ can be daunting. At first glance\, a service career and boarding education might appear worlds apart. But look more closely and the parallels are striking: residential communities\, high expectations of personal conduct\, strong pastoral responsibility and leadership exercised through daily presence. Your experience is not just relevant\, it is actively sought. As a result\, over the past few years\, a growing number of veterans have moved into education\, particularly boarding\, and there is increasing recognition of the crossover between the sectors. \nThrough ASPIRE\, the BSA ā€“ the voice of more than 600 boarding schools worldwide ā€“ provides a structured pathway into boarding with accredited training\, CV support\, mentoring\, and visits to Ambassador Schools. \nJoin us on March 23 to find out more. There is no fee to attend but an RSVP by March 15 is essential. Reserve your place by emailing bsa@boarding.org.uk. \n\nSpeaker: \nMark Mortimer\, Director of Defence & Military Services\, BSA\nMark spent eight years as an infantry officer before becoming a teacher and assistant housemaster and moving on to spend 12 years as a boarding school Head. He believes the similarities between a service career and a career in residential education are powerful and significant: ā€œAs in the military\, good schools are driven by values\, mission and purpose. Boarding schools are close-knit\, immersive 24/7 organisations and integrity\, optimism\, resilience and initiative are all qualities that are vital\, as is the ability to communicate\, get the best out of people and be fair and consistent. Attitude trumps aptitude.ā€ \nĀ  \nĀ  \n \nĀ  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-school-careers-for-veterans/ LOCATION:Mercersā€™ Hall\, 6 Frederick's Place\, London\, EC2R 8AB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:In-person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T123000 DTSTAMP:20260313T115252Z CREATED:20250805T152940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T115252Z UID:64790-1774261800-1774269000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Supporting young people with eating disorders DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Boarding staff\, medical staff\, Head of Boarding\, Deputy Head\, mental health leads\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nEating disorders are wide-ranging and complicated\, and remain high on the list of risk areas in mental health care and provision\, especially for young people. Eating disorders are a complex mental illness with a high mortality rate\, not only down to the eating disorder and malnutrition\, but also suicide. For staff working with young people\, having the confidence to offer support\, and open up conversations about eating disorders can be nerve-wracking. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nDisordered Eating vs an eating disorder?\nRecognising early signs of disordered eating and eating disorders in students\nIdentifying high risk students\nHow to tackle disordered eating in schools?\nHow to approach a student of concern?\nLanguageĀ to use around food and exercise (Doā€™s and Donā€™ts)\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the difference between eating disorders and disordered eating\nImproved confidence in approaching people you may think areĀ displaying signs of needing early intervention\nSigns andĀ symptoms of eating disorders\nDoā€™s and donā€™ts when it comes to supporting people with eating disorders\nUse of language around food and exercise\nUnderstanding neurodiversity and eating habits\nCultural differences for international students\nSeeking appropriate clinical intervention and signposting to support\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nJenny Tomei\, Founder. JenUp \nJenny Tomei is a qualified Nutritional and Eating Disorder Therapist\, Personal Trainer\, and Public Speaker. She has delivered awareness talks on eating disorders for the Metropolitan Police\, Lloyds Pharmacy\, and the Bank of England. She has also been a keynote speaker at international and UK schools. \nHer work includes speaking to local communities and schools about her recovery journey from anorexia\, alongside her recent work with JenUp. JenUp is a non-profit organisation based around early intervention and prevention of eating disorders. She provides students\, parents\, and teachers with various types of workshops on eating disorder awareness\, disordered eating\, body image\, nutrition\, and how to support someone in need. The organisation is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund and Smile of Hope Charity. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/supporting-young-people-with-eating-disorders-3/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This seminar will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T120000 DTSTAMP:20260205T144115Z CREATED:20260114T145312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144115Z UID:69162-1774263600-1774267200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Creating an Exam-Healthy Atmosphere in the Classroom and Boarding House during the Summer Term DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nThis session explores how teachers and boarding staff can create a supportive\, exam-friendly environment during the Summer Term\, helping students manage stress and perform at their best. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnderstanding the causes of exam stress\nRecognising the behaviours which can arise from exam stress\nPractical strategies for helping students navigate and reduce the impact of exam stress\nImproving the dialogue about exam stress\nKey messages for parents\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify key signs of exam stress in students\nImplement strategies to create calm\, supportive environments\nSupport studentsā€™ emotional wellbeing during the Summer Term\nAdvise students and parents on effective strategies\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event is joint with: \n \n\nSpeaker: \nKatherine Radice \nKatharine Radice has 20+ years of experience in the classroom and is a go-to expert on how to support young people through school.Ā  Her two most recent books ā€“ Exam Stress: A Practical and Positive Guide for Teachers and The Parentā€™s Guide to Exam Stress ā€“ have been highly praised across the secondary school sector\, described as ā€˜A book to start as soon as your child starts secondary school and keep coming back toā€™ (Nicola Morgan\, The Teenage Brain Woman and author of Blame My Brain)\, ā€˜A must for parents who want to understand more and helpā€™ (Michael Senior\, founder of NetSixthForm network for UK sixth form leaders) and a book whichĀ  ā€˜Speaks for the child with an adultā€™s insight and a teacherā€™s understandingā€™ (David Walker\, Executive Director\, BSA Group). Katharine currently combines her work as an educational consultant and author with teaching part-time in a Cambridge secondary school and a pastoral role as the Transition and Participation Advisor for Gonville and Caius College\, Cambridge.Ā  For more information\, see her website\, www.katharineradice.co.uk . URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/creating-an-exam-healthy-atmosphere-in-the-classroom-and-boarding-house-during-the-summer-term/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T180000 DTSTAMP:20260223T164124Z CREATED:20260218T102824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T164124Z UID:70837-1774281600-1774288800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Roles and responsibilities of governors. Strategy. DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ All school Governors\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nGovernance in Boarding Schools: Roles\, Responsibilities\, and Best Practice \nThis seminar offers a focused exploration of the unique roles and responsibilities of Governors in boarding schools. \nThe session will explore how governors demonstrate collective governance\, support strategic leadership\, and ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of boarders. Delegates will also gain practical recommendations for developing their role\, working effectively with senior leaders\, and navigating the current landscape in the boarding sector. \nA Q&A session will give attendees the opportunity to raise questions and discuss current issues. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe roles and responsibilities of Governors in boarding schools\nWhat collective governance looks like in practice\nDeveloping the role of the Governor in a boarding context\nUnderstanding the boarding school landscape\nBuilding strong relationships and strategic alignment with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nGain a clearer understanding of the responsibilities and expectations of Governors in boarding schools\nIncrease confidence in contributing to board discussions and questioning strategic decisions\nBe equipped with best practice recommendations for demonstrating effective collective governance\nUnderstand how to work collaboratively with SLT to support the strategic and pastoral development of the school\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:Ā Alex Mitchell Head of Consultancy\, AGBIS \nAlex Mitchellā€™s career spans 35 years in the maintained and\, predominantly\, independent sector including day\, boarding\, single sex\, co-ed\, tied and standalone schools. After many years as a Director of Music in several schools\, including Haberdashersā€™ Girlsā€™ School in Elstree and the Loughborough Foundation Schools in the East Midlands\, he became Headmaster of Holmwood House in Colchester\, Essex in 2009. During that time\, Alex was Chairman of the IAPS East Anglia district. Since 2002\, Alex has built up 22 yearsā€™ experience as an ISI inspector and\, since 2019\, has been a Reporting Inspector for UK and overseas inspections. Until recently\, Alex was a governor of an independent school in Hertfordshire and has undertaken reviews of governance for AGBIS in recent years.Ā Alex now leads the AGBIS International programme as well as coordinating consultancy services for both UK and international member schools. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/roles-and-responsibilities-of-governors-strategy/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T153000 DTSTAMP:20260219T162744Z CREATED:20251106T123426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T162744Z UID:67568-1774346400-1774366200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:BSA Spring Diploma in Boarding Practice ā€“ Leadership DESCRIPTION:Ā  \nWe offer a self-funding route for all courses.Ā  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.Ā  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at liz.mcdonald@bsagroup.org.uk \n\nDiploma in Boarding Practice ā€“ Leadership 2025-2026 \nā€˜As a Head of Boarding\, I enrolled on the course with the aim of furthering my knowledge and experience in residential life; the course did not disappoint. The study days provided a great opportunity to meet fellow boarding colleagues and discuss areas of best practice and engage in discussions on contemporary topics. The assignments were varied and included assessed presentations and written work. Each assignment had a clear success criteria and a BSA tutor was on hand to provided support and guidance if required.Ā Ā  \nIf you are a practitioner with a number of years of experience and looking to further your qualifications and knowledge base in boarding\, I can highly recommend this course.ā€™ \nā€“ A Diploma level course for senior boarding staff \nThis is a taught course with three study days and three assignments \nThis module is comprised of three tutor-led study days featuringĀ guest speakers\, interactive morning and afternoon sessions. Breakout groupsĀ allow forĀ discussion and time with the course tutors. \nBSAĀ Diploma in Boarding Practice ā€“ Leadership \nTO BEGIN YOUR QUALIFICATIONĀ CLICK HERE \nBSA SpringĀ Diploma in Boarding Practice ā€“ Leadership \n\nDay 1: MarchĀ 24\, 2026\nDay 2: JuneĀ 9Ā \, 2026\nDay 3: October 14\, 2026\n\nNumbers on Diploma courses will be limited. Please apply early. \nOur preferred platform for online training is Zoom. Timings for each study day ā€“ 10.00 to 15.30 \nAudience:\nThis course is aimed at senior boarding staff.Ā  Candidates may have previously completed the BSAĀ  Advanced Certificate Course and/or being suitably experienced to benefit from this leadership course. \nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice (Leadership) \nThe BSA Diploma course is designed as a strategic course forĀ senior and experienced school staffĀ looking to gain knowledge of key leadership and management skills required to lead the boarding in their school. \nCourse Outline \nā€¢ Strategic aspects of boarding\, including the Statutory Framework \nā€¢ Leading the team ā€“ how to get the best out of the Boarding Team \nā€¢ Managing quality ā€“ evaluation and preparing for inspection \nā€¢ Managing conflict ā€“ a key facet of the senior staff role \nā€¢ Staff developmentĀ  ā€“ appraisal and performance management \nā€¢ Facing the media ā€“Ā Guest Speaker Steve Dyson\, Dyson Media Ltd \nā€¢ Marketing ā€“ A whole team approach \nHow is the course organised? \nThe course is organised around a combination of threeĀ intensive study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in diļ¬€erent ways\, which includeĀ short lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. Group discussion is a particularly important aspect of this course\, enabling delegates to look at the theory in light of their own practical experience. Students will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, taking responsibility for their own learning\, whilst contributing to the learning of the group as a whole. The course is run by senior members of the BSA staff and will feature a serving Head of a boarding school and each delegate will have an experienced BSA Tutor who attends the study days. \nCourse Assessment \nAll delegates undertake a SWOT analysis of the boarding provision in their school in which they evaluate\, in detail\, different aspects and contribute towards the development of the provision. From thisĀ they undertake threeĀ assignments. The first highlights an area for development and they follow this with a 4-minute presentation delivered to the BSA staff and tutors\, as well as other delegates. The final assignment brings together all the work in a 3\,000- 4\,000 word active research project. \nBSAĀ Diploma in Boarding Practice ā€“ Leadership \nTO BEGIN YOUR QUALIFICATION CLICK HERE \nBSA Spring Diploma in Boarding Practice ā€“ Leadership \n\nDay 1: MarchĀ 24\, 2026\nDay 2: JuneĀ 9Ā \, 2026\nDay 3: October 14\, 2026\n\nNumbers on Diploma courses will be limited. Please apply early. \nOur preferred platform for online training is Zoom. Timings for each study day ā€“ 10.00 to 15.30 URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-january-diploma-in-boarding-practice-leadership-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accredited Training,Diploma Leadership END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260309T173853Z CREATED:20250805T144939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173853Z UID:64776-1774353600-1774357200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding box set - Wellbeing and staff support DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Deputy Head Pastoral\, Head of Boarding\, Senior Boarding Practitioners\, Houseparents\nšŸ“ OnlineĀ \nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nBSAā€™s Boarding box set series is designed to give boarding staff and school leaders a broad overview of a range of key boarding-related topics. This series is ideal for staff moving into senior positions in boarding\, preparing for Deputy Headship and consolidating their understanding on the wider sector ā€˜headlinesā€™. \nCourse Outline \nThis session in BSAā€™s Boarding Box Set series explores wellbeing and staff support within boarding\, equipping current and aspiring senior leaders with a strategic overview of how to foster a healthy\, resilient\, and high-performing boarding community. Designed for those moving into senior roles or preparing for Deputy Headship\, the course examines sector expectations\, safeguarding responsibilities\, staff culture\, workload management\, and effective systems of pastoral support. Participants will reflect on current boarding ā€œheadlines\,ā€ consider emerging wellbeing challenges\, and develop practical strategies to support staff professionally and personally\, ensuring sustainable leadership and positive outcomes for boarders. \nTraining TopicsĀ  \n\nThe strategic importance of staff wellbeing in sustaining safe\, effective boarding provision.\nCreating a supportive boarding culture that promotes psychological safety and professional trust.\nRecognising and responding to stress\, burnout\, and mental health concerns among boarding staff.\nImplementing supervision\, appraisal\, and professional development systems that strengthen staff resilience.\nAligning wellbeing practice with safeguarding\, inspection frameworks\, and sector expectations.\n\nLearning OutcomesĀ  \n\nUnderstand the key factors influencing staff wellbeing in a boarding environment.\nIdentify early signs of stress and burnout and respond with appropriate leadership strategies.\nEvaluate existing staff support systems and identify areas for improvement.\nDevelop practical approaches to embedding a culture of wellbeing within boarding teams.\nArticulate how effective staff support contributes to improved outcomes for boarders and whole-school performance.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nAndrew Lewin\, BSA Senior Consultant \nAndrew Lewin was International Director at the BSA before moving into a consultant role. His broad remit offers a range of services to boarding schools worldwide. He has considerable experience working with boarding school staff all around the world\, as he has lived and worked in boarding schools for much of his life. \nAndrew has set up his own company in 2020\, Project 1000 Ltd\, that focuses on educational consultancy and resilience coaching. He is a WRAW Master Practitioner\, trained by the Wellbeing Project\, and offers coaching\, diagnostic assessments\, workshops and seminars. He is currently working as a Director of Development in an independent school and is also Education Development Director for Performance Learning and an IAPS Consultant. Away from the world of education\, he is a director of WASP\, S&SWGC and TEAM Removals. \n\nOther titles in this series: \n\n\n\n1. Boarding box set ā€“ sector overview and market analysis\nOctober 02\, 2025\n\n\n2. Boarding box set ā€“ Inspection\nNovember 18\, 2025\n\n\n3. Boarding box set ā€“ Safeguarding\nDecember 05\, 2025\n\n\n4. Boarding box set ā€“ understanding UKVI compliance\nJanuary 13\, 2026\n\n\n5. Boarding box set ā€“ Marketing considerations for boarding schools\nFebruary 03\, 2026\n\n\n6. Boarding box set ā€“ EDI in boarding\nMarch 02\, 2026\n\n\n7. Boarding box set ā€“ Wellbeing and staff support\nMarch 10\, 2026\n\n\n8. Boarding box set ā€“ boarding house management\nJune 18\, 2026 URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-box-set-wellbeing-and-staff-support-3/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T133000 DTSTAMP:20260318T130521Z CREATED:20260318T130323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T130521Z UID:71725-1774441800-1774445400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Meningitis awareness DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Free for BSA & HIEDA members\nšŸ“ Online \n\nJoin our free online webinar to learn about the recent meningitis outbreak\, including how it spreads\, key symptoms\, who is at risk\, and how to prevent it\, with a focus on vaccines and vaccination. The session will also cover treatment\, public health guidance\, and include a live Q&A with experts. \nBOOK NOW URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/meningitis-awareness/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260313T093749Z CREATED:20250805T153600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093749Z UID:64792-1774447200-1774450800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Bystanders and upstanders (anti-bullying) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Deputy Head\, Inclusion Lead\, Head of Boarding\, Teaching and Boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nEvery child\, and probably every adult\, has been a bystander at some point in time. A bystander is someone who witnesses bullying but does not get involved. Being a bystander is easy ā€“ they arenā€™t the perpetrator and they are not the one outwardly being harmed or the target of the attack. \nIn every situation itā€™s necessary to have somebody who does something that prevents or reduces the bullying they see ā€“ an upstander. Upstanders are people who comes to the aid of another person who is being bullied and shows them kindness. \nMoving from being a bystander to becoming an upstander will not happen overnight. This webinar will give you the tools needed to support your staff and pupils on their journey to becoming an upstander. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nCharacteristics of a bystander\nWhat it means to be an upstander\nHow to engage next time someone witnesses bullying and being their upstander.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nJonathan Charlesworth MBE \nJonathan Charlesworth MBE is Director of Educational Action Challenging Homophobia (EACH) with over 40 yearsā€™ experience in teaching\, training and developing resources on LGBT+ legislation and anti-discrimination across education\, the criminal justice system\, the NHS and government. A government adviser\, he has been commissioned four times by the English and Welsh administrations to produce national anti-bullying resources and training for schools\, and is currently supporting the Welsh Governmentā€™s revision of Rights\, Respect\, Equality. He is author of How to Stop Homophobic and Biphobic Bullying and Thatā€™s So Gay!. In 2025 he was awarded an MBE for services to education\, justice\, health and government. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bystanders-and-upstanders-anti-bullying-3/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T120000 DTSTAMP:20260302T111248Z CREATED:20250730T151322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T111248Z UID:64681-1774522800-1774526400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding and food: getting nutrition right DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Deputy Heads\, Heads of Boarding\, House staff\, Pastoral and Wellbeing staff\, Catering managers\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nAs one of the key pillars to a healthy lifestyle (alongside exercise and sleep) healthy eating is sometimes an area of life that is neglected. It is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that healthy children who are engaged with lots of exercise can top up on plenty of toast. Or those that are overweight can easily become more healthy if they exercise more. This webinar will dispel those myths and will set out the basis of balanced nutrition for young people in a boarding environment. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe basis of healthy nutrition for young people.\nEducating young people about nutrition.\nHow to balance independent choices with good decision making around nutrition.\nProvision of snacks and healthy choices.\nSupplements and suggested policies.\nHow to gather\, and act on\, feedback.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nAn understanding of healthy nutrition at key stages of development\nHow to support young people in making healthy decisions\nHow to develop strategies and policies that support a culture of healthy eating.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\n \nDan Richardson\, MSc\, SENr \nDan Richardson is a performance nutrition expert who supports elite and school-level athletes to optimise their health and athletic potential. Heā€™s worked professionally as a nutritionist with teams such as Manchester City\, Sale Sharks\, Warrington Wolves and currently is currently the Academy Nutrition Lead at Leeds United. His approach to nutrition is simple\, evidence-based & food-first\, focusing on utilising the latest nutrition research to support all students and athletes. \nĀ  \nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-and-food-getting-nutrition-right/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260205T144536Z CREATED:20250915T120215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144536Z UID:66064-1774612800-1774616400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Agent training programme ā€“ Maintaining professional reputation DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£55\nšŸŽ§ Educational agents\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nBSA and BAISIS have launched a training programme of five one-hour webinars designed to support educational agents in supporting their families better\, grow their reputation and ensure every student thrives in their new school. \nThis series can be accessed as individual sessions ā€“ remember BSA certified agents get two free training courses per year ā€“ or as a package. \nThe Maintaining professional reputation webinar will offer suggestions\, based on engagement with certified agents and member schools on developing and maintaining a strong professional reputation\, built on child-focused placements\, trust and transparency. \nThe educational agent market is broad\, not just geographically and this webinar will speak to what families and schools are looking for in successful\, lasting partnerships that benefit everyone through focus on the children first. \nTraining topics will include: \nā€¢ Families ā€“ managing expectations\, avoiding conflicts of interest\, transparency\nā€¢ Schools ā€“ building trust\, working with different schools\, avoiding conflicts of interest\, commission transparency\nā€¢ Effective communication ā€“ cultural sensitivity\, translation (language and systems)\, crisis response\nā€¢ Maintaining long-term relationships ā€“ follow up care\, appropriate re-placement and transition. \nLearning outcomes: \nā€¢ Improved understanding on what schools and families highlight as important in positive agent relationships. \nBOOK NOW \nThis event will run jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/agent-training-programme-maintaining-professional-reputation/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T190000 DTSTAMP:20260317T140553Z CREATED:20260317T120233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140553Z UID:71653-1774893600-1774897200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Applying to US universities: a free webinar for parents DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Free for BSA member schools\nšŸŽ§ Parents\nšŸ“ Online ā€“ this webinar will not be recorded \n\nWeā€™re pleased to invite parents to this free webinar on navigating the USA undergraduate application process; BSA member schools can register via the book now button\, and a separate joining link will be sent ahead of the event to share with families. \nJoin us for an in-depth introduction to undergraduate study in the USA and the application process. Differing significantly from UCAS\, the session will discuss the essentials for anyone considering applying to American colleges and universities. Anthony Nemecek and Robert Patterson from Banyan Educational Consultancy Ltd will guide attendees through every stage of the process\, offering valuable insight into how applications are assessed. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers:Ā  \nAnthony Nemecek\, Chief Educational Consultant and Robert Patterson\, Chief Executive Officer\, Banyan Educational Consultancy \nAnthony is a former Director of the US-UK Fulbright Commission\, author of ā€˜Uni in the USAā€™ published by the Good Schools Guide and has worked in US and UK admissions for over 30 years.Ā  Robert is the former Director of Admissions for Stanford University and has chaired admissions committees at other highly selective universities such as UC Berkeley and UNC Chapel Hill.Ā  Both are regular contributors to international media articles-the Wall Street Journal\, The Chronicle for Higher Education\, Bloomberg Radio\, The Times etc in addition to speaking at admissions forums across the world. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/pupil-parents-free-webinar-undergraduate-uni-in-the-usa/ CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T153627Z CREATED:20250808T132810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T153627Z UID:64853-1776173400-1776180600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Managing disputes between boarders DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Boarding and pastoral staff\, Deputy Heads\, Heads of Boarding\, all staff\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis course will look at some of the key tensions within a boarding house which may lead to disputes ā€“ either ā€˜in the momentā€™ or ongoing. We will also discuss the issue of ā€˜relational aggressionā€™ and how to identify and manage this. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nIdentifying types and causes of disputes and relationship problems between boarders.\nSetting a positive boarding house culture.\nWhen to intervene in a dispute.\nRelational aggression.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nBe able to identify better disputes between boarders.\nForm new ideas for how to set a positive boarding culture to enable early intervention.\nUnderstand the concept of ā€˜relational aggressionā€™ and develop strategies to combat it within your school.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nDavid Walker\, Executive Director\, Boarding & Education and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid is the Executive Director\, Boarding and Director BSA/TIOBĀ  and joined the BSA group in August 2023. He has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding schools and has worked in a range of schools in the UK and Africa\, alongside being a prep school governor and a trustee of a MAT. Before taking up his post at the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-ed independent school in the South-East. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/managing-disputes-between-boarders-2/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T153729Z CREATED:20250806T110311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T153729Z UID:64802-1776249000-1776267000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Harmful behaviour risk assessments DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding leads\, pastoral leads\, senior leaders\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nRisk assessment is no longer limited to trips and events ā€“ settings are now expected to take a proactive\, risk-based approach in many other areas. \nThis webinar explores how to assess and respond to harmful behaviours ā€“ both at an individual and whole-setting level. Using current guidance\, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Ofstedā€™s review of sexual abuse in schools\, weā€™ll examine best practices in identifying risks\, planning interventions\, and creating safer environments. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nIdentifying harmful behaviours\, including harmful sexual behaviour\nUnderstanding diversity\, vulnerability\, and disproportionality\nEffective assessment\, safety planning\, and intervention strategies\nWhole-setting risk assessments and risk mitigation.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise and respond to harmful behaviours using current evidence and guidance\nConduct proportionate risk assessments for individuals and settings\nUnderstand why some children are more vulnerable to harm or harmful behaviour\nApply practical strategies to reduce risk and strengthen safeguarding culture.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nDavid Walker\, Executive Director\, Boarding & Education and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid is the Executive Director\, Boarding and Director BSA/TIOBĀ  and joined the BSA group in August 2023. He has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding schools and has worked in a range of schools in the UK and Africa\, alongside being a prep school governor and a trustee of a MAT. Before taking up his post at the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-ed independent school in the South-East. \n\nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. \nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/harmful-behaviour-risk-assessments-3/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T130000 DTSTAMP:20260312T141658Z CREATED:20250808T133416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T141658Z UID:64855-1776340800-1776344400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding duties for Child Students: Care arrangements\, absences and holidays DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Admissions departments\, International Student Liaison Officers\, Senior Leadership Team\, Pastoral Staff\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline \nUKVI has ā€“ rightly ā€“ intensified its focus on the welfare and safeguarding of Child Students. Scrutiny is being applied both at in-person inspections and remotely through sponsor record reviews. So\, do you understand what is expected of you as a Student sponsor? \nHow do you assess whether a care arrangement is appropriate? How does a sponsored studentā€™s absence impact your sponsor licence? What records do you need to make for holidays and travel plans? A review of the duties listed in the Student sponsor guidance is simply not sufficient to equip you with the answers to these questions; a deeper understanding of the sector risks involved and the reasoning behind such compliance responsibilities is key. \nIf this is an area of confusion or concern for you\, or if you want assurance that you are getting it right\, please join us and rest-assured you are not alone. Weā€™ll be providing risk-assessment questionnaires\, practical solutions and best practice tips in this jam-packed 1-hour training session\, along with a live Q&A. \nThis 1-hour session will cover important topics including: \n\nUKVIā€™s key focus areas\nSponsor compliance best practice\nSafeguarding risks\nCare arrangements\nRecording and reporting attendance and absences\nHolidays\, leave-outs and exeats\n\nKey takeaways: \n\nFirst-hand insight into the areas UKVI is looking into right now;\nPractical solutions for meeting your sponsor duties and\, most importantly\, protecting your sponsored students;\nConfidence in enforcing your policies and procedures with parents\, guardians\, agents ā€“ and colleagues;\nAn understanding of the real-life risks involved;\nClarity of your duties and why compliance is so important.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKate Hollyer\, Partner and Director\, BSA Group Legal Services Ltd \nKate Hollyer is Executive Director (Legal) of BSA Group and Director of BSA Legal Services Ltd. A qualified solicitor with over 14 yearsā€™ experience in UK immigration law\, she advises and supports members on a full range of immigration matters. Before joining BSA in 2022\, Kate was Partner and Head of Department at a leading UK law firm\, where she built extensive expertise in complex immigration cases. Since 2014\, Kate has lived in boarding houses alongside her Housemaster husband\, giving her a unique\, first-hand perspective on the challenges and opportunities of boarding life. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/safeguarding-duties-for-child-students-care-arrangements-absences-and-holidays-5/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T100000 DTSTAMP:20260309T115447Z CREATED:20251208T093257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T115447Z UID:68452-1776934800-1776938400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Northern England and Northern Ireland Forum DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Free of charge\nšŸŽ§ Heads\, deputy heads\, boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether youā€™re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nDavid Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid Walker has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding education\, having worked in a variety of schools across the UK and Africa. His career includes leadership roles in both senior and prep school settings\, complemented by service as a prep school governor and trustee of a multi-academy trust. Before joining the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-educational independent school in the South-East\, where he oversaw student welfare and pastoral care. His extensive background in safeguarding\, boarding leadership\, and governance gives him a broad perspective on the sector\, enabling him to support schools in delivering outstanding pastoral provision. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/northern-england-and-northern-ireland-forum/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Forum,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260105T132246Z CREATED:20251106T114621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T132246Z UID:67562-1776942000-1776949200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding considerations for short term placements and summer schools DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ DSL\, DDSL\, Senior leaders\, pastoral support\, behaviour leads\, early help workers\, support workers\, family workers\, safeguarding leads\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse Outline: \nThis seminar\, designed specifically for summer school staff working with international students\, will equip you with the essential knowledge and tools to create a safe and inclusive environment for the students joining your summer school programme. Safeguarding should be a priority and all staff involved in the summer school provision should understand what safeguarding means in practical terms\, but also what it means from a child-centred approach. This seminar will highlight the key safeguarding information required by practitioners\, and also give insight into the specific needs to best safeguard international students. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nSafeguarding and your Duty of Care\nUnderstanding and following safeguarding policies\, procedures and ensuring you follow a robust safeguarding framework\nThe unique needs of international students: language barriers\, cultural differences and homesickness\nIdentifying and responding to a safeguarding concern.\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nGain a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding principles and requirements and their application in a summer school environment\nDevelop cultural sensitivity and communication skills to better connect with and support students\nImprove your confidence in identifying and responding to a safeguarding concern\nEnsuring compliance with UK safeguarding regulations and legal obligations.\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \nĀ  \n\nSpeaker: \nDr Mariya Ali\,Ā Director of SACPA \nMariya Ali is an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert with over 30 years of experience across advisory\, academic\, legal\, and leadership roles. She previously served as Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, leading national reforms in child protection\, and has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos on developing protection systems globally. With qualifications in Human Rights\, Social Work\, and Traumatic Stress\, she has published widely on child rights\, online safety\, and trauma-informed safeguarding. Known for her strategic vision and practical expertise\, Mariya brings both global insight and local implementation experience\, making her a strong asset to SACPA. \nĀ  \n\nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA during Summer 2017 with responsibility for safeguarding and standards\, having previously been a course tutor since 1998. In July 2019 he also assumed responsibility for the BSAā€™s training programme\, including both day seminars and accredited training courses. Dale leads on all safeguarding and inspection matters for the BSA\, including managing the Commitment to Care Charter and has also developed a process of BSA Accreditation for our international members. He also liaises with ISI\, Ofsted and DfE on matters relating to compliance and inspection standards\, and compiles the BSA Self-Assessment toolkit\, which he first produced in 2002\, since which time he has been closely involved in inspection in state and independent boarding. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/safeguarding-considerations-for-summer-school-teams/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T120000 DTSTAMP:20260324T093958Z CREATED:20260324T093958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T093958Z UID:71839-1777024800-1777032000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Understanding the manosphere DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Headteachers\, Deputy and Assistant Headteachers\, Heads of Boarding\, Inclusion professionals and HR professionals\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nFrom September 2026\, UK schools will be required to teach about incel culture as per the upcoming Relationships\, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) guidance. In this context and in light of growing public awareness\, this webinar will cover the manosphere\, a broad network of online communities and influencers that shape young peopleā€™s beliefs about masculinity\, gender\, and relationships. The session explains the different subgroups within the manosphere\, why teenage boys are drawn to this content\, and how its narratives can appear in school environments. Delegates will learn to recognise early indicators of harmful or exclusionary gender beliefs\, understand the needs that drive engagement with these spaces\, and develop constructive\, non-judgemental strategies for responding. By the end of the session\,Ā  delegates will be equipped toĀ identify key manosphere narratives and support students through informed and empathetic conversations. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the manosphere ecosystem\nRecognise indicators and risks in educational settings\nApply effective pedagogical and pastoral responses\n\n*If you would like to become a memberĀ and access discounted rates for IELA CPD and events\,Ā please click here. \nBook now \n\nSpeaker: Tim JarvisĀ  \nTim Jarvis is currently the Senior Master: Pastoral Care at Michaelhouse\, a South African boarding school for senior boys in KwaZulu-Natal. He holds Honours degrees in Education and Psychology from the University of Exeter and the University of South Africa respectively. Tim was the conference lead at researchED Pretoria\, the inaugural researchED conference in South Africa\, and then programme manager for the follow up event in Cape Town. Tim has also served on the Global Advisory Board of the University of St Andrews\, Scotland. \nTim enjoys writing and is the author of the blog\,Ā ā€˜Thereā€™s a ā€˜Hadeda in my Gardenā€™\,Ā which considers educational issues\, boarding school life\, and teen well-being. He has written articles for Independent Education in South Africa and the Guardian Teachers network in the UK. He also featured on IBSCā€™s Exploring Boysā€™ Education Podcast on the pastoral care of boys. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/understanding-the-manosphere/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T081457Z CREATED:20250808T135035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T081457Z UID:64859-1777294800-1777298400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Child Student and Student visas: What you need to know DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ All boarding practitioners\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nThe offer letter has been sent and CAS issued\, what next? Improve your schoolā€™s ā€˜international student journeyā€™ by increasing your knowledge of the visa application process. Understanding this vital next step will enable you to support your student before theyā€™ve walked through the school gates\, whilst helping prevent unnecessary mistakes that could easily lead to a visa refusal. \nThis 1-hour session will cover useful topics including: \n\nLegal and documentary requirements\nProcedure and timeframes\nCommon pitfalls\nUKVI decisions and ā€˜What to do whenā€¦ā€™\nHints and tips\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKate Hollyer\, Partner and Director\, BSA Group Legal Services Ltd \nA qualified solicitor with over 14 yearsā€™ experience in UK immigration law\, Kate advises and supports members on a full range of immigration matters. Before joining BSA in 2022\, Kate was Partner and Head of Department at a leading UK law firm\, where she built extensive expertise in complex immigration cases. Since 2014\, Kate has lived in boarding houses alongside her Housemaster husband\, giving her a unique\, first-hand perspective on the challenges and opportunities of boarding life. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/child-student-and-student-visas-what-you-need-to-know-4/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This training will be recorded CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR