BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Boarding Schools' Association - ECPv6.18.3//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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20280326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20281029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270119T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270119T153000 DTSTAMP:20260820T144845Z CREATED:20260410T064420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T144845Z UID:74234-1800354600-1800372600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Leading a boarding team DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ All boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nLeading in Boarding: Skills for Aspiring and New Boarding Leaders\nBuilding confident\, reflective\, and effective leadership for the boarding community. \nThis virtual day seminar is designed for those aspiring to\, or recently appointed in\, leadership roles within boarding. Whether youā€™re a new Houseparent\, Head of Boarding\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, or overseeing a boarding team\, this training will help you reflect on your personal leadership style and build the skills needed to lead with confidence and clarity. \nWhile classroom leadership often takes the spotlight\, pastoral leadership requires a unique and wide-ranging skill setā€”often subtle but profoundly impactful. Strong leadership in boarding cultivates effective teams\, enhances boardersā€™ wellbeing\, and shapes the overall tone and culture of the boarding community. \nThis interactive session offers opportunities to share experiences and challenges with fellow practitioners and benefit from peer support and expert guidance. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nLeadership Styles\nExploring the demands of leadership and identifying various recognised leadership approaches\nBuilding an Effective Team\nCommunication\, collaboration\, shared vision\, and appreciating individual strengths within the team\nEffective Leadership in Practice\nTime management\, resource deployment\, prioritising pupil outcomes\, and managing competing demands\nPutting Leadership into Action\nEmbedding learning into day-to-day practice through self-reflection\, feedback\, and ongoing development\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nGain a deeper understanding of different leadership styles and how to apply them in a boarding context\nLearn strategies for building and sustaining a high-performing\, cohesive boarding team\nEnhance their ability to manage time and resources with a focus on student wellbeing and outcomes\nDevelop their skills as reflective practitioners\, capable of leading with empathy\, clarity\, and impact\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \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/leading-a-boarding-team-2/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T123000 DTSTAMP:20260804T093022Z CREATED:20260410T065047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T093022Z UID:74238-1800527400-1800534600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Driving boarding recruitment through LinkedIn DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Heads of Pastoral and Boarding\, Admissions and Marketing Staff\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis course focuses on using LinkedIn as a cost-effective method to support boarder recruitment. Aimed at senior leaders\, marketing and admissions staff the course looks at how to build connections and followers\, create suitable content\, manage messaging and use analytics to track performance. Practical\, with plenty of take aways and examples\, it aims to give schools another weapon in their marketing and recruitment armoury. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nLinked Inā€™s role among social platforms\nHow it works\nBuilding connections and followers\nEffective messaging\nTargeting prospects.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nAn understanding of LinkedIn and how to use it to support school marketing\nBuilding a strategy and plan to best utilise the power of LinkedIn.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/driving-boarding-recruitment-through-linkedin/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270122T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260804T093048Z CREATED:20260410T065315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T093048Z UID:74240-1800612000-1800615600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Using core values in boarding DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourseĀ content \nThis session explores howĀ coreĀ values move from being aspirational statements to practical tools that shape everyday boardingĀ life.Ā DelegatesĀ will examine the difference between rules-based compliance andĀ values-led culture\, with particular attention to how students absorbĀ values through adult behaviour\, tone\, and decision-making. The session focuses on identifying what schoolĀ valuesĀ look likeĀ inĀ daily routines\,Ā interactions\, and moments of conflict\, and howĀ valuesĀ can be used to frame restorative conversations\, reinforce positive behaviour\, and support consistency acrossĀ boardingĀ teams.Ā DelegatesĀ will be encouraged to reflect on their own practice and consider howĀ valuesĀ guide their responses\, especially when under pressure or fatigue. \nLearningĀ outcomes: \n\nUnderstand howĀ valuesĀ are currently being usedĀ inĀ schools\nUnderstand how coreĀ valuesĀ shape culture and relationshipsĀ inĀ boarding\nTranslate abstractĀ valuesĀ into consistent\, observableĀ boarding behaviours\nUseĀ valuesĀ to guide decision-making\, praise\, and sanctions\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nĀ  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/using-core-values-in-boarding/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270126T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270126T153000 DTSTAMP:20261012T125047Z CREATED:20260619T160018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T125047Z UID:76864-1800959400-1800977400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Preparing for inspection - the medical centre DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Practitioners involved in developing the standards of a school health centre\, or medical provision\, and those responsible for checking and ensuring standards against inspection criteria\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ… Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline \nHaving excellent standards within the Health Centre and school medical provision helps ensure you have happy and healthy students who can learn and thrive within the school and boarding environment. \nThis seminar will inform delegates of the latest inspection criteria to support with inspection preparation work\, providing a checklist of areas that need to be looked at within the Health Centre and boarding medical provision. Focus will also be given to providing recommended methods to improve inspection outcomes by developing practice and record-keeping. After this training\, school nurses and Health Centre leaders will have a clearer picture of what is required from them to support the school in achieving high inspection standards. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nInspection criteria ā€“ update on ISI\, Ofsted and National Minimum Standards (NMS) for boarding\nReflective practice ā€“ how this can benefit development\nRecord keeping ā€“ what is required from a school\nPolicies and protocols ā€“ which to have\, and why they are needed.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nTo be knowledgeable on the guidance behind inspections\nTo manage and develop an inspection ready medical centre\nTo uses a continuous reflective cycle to maintain and improve standards of any medical centre.\n\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Hieda CPD and events\,Ā please click here. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nRosie McManus\, Nurse Advisor\, HIEDA \nTrained at Great Ormond Street\, Rosie made the move to the independent sector in 2006. With an MA in Medical Ethics and Law and the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse qualification\, her passion remains promoting the Healthy Child Programme\, and promoting the visibility of school nurses in the independent sector. \nĀ  \nĀ  \n\nThis will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/preparing-for-inspection-the-medical-centre/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270129T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270129T153000 DTSTAMP:20260825T072441Z CREATED:20260410T065545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T072441Z UID:74242-1801229400-1801236600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Using coaching skills with your boarding community DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Head\, Deputy Head\, Inclusion Lead\, Head of Boarding\, Boarding staff and teaching staff\, medical staff\, DSL\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis interactive seminar will provide delegates with the foundational skills they need to have coaching conversations. The seminar will explore the potential of applying coaching skills in conversations\, some of which may be sensitive. This session is not aimed at those who are already advanced coaches but at those who are new to coaching or whose understanding of it is developing. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat coaching is and isnā€™t\nIdentifying when a coaching conversation is needed/helpful\nNavigating challenging conversations\nFacilitating reflective practices in coaching conversations.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDemonstrate a comprehensive understanding of how coaching can support relationships in boarding\nPromote a culture of self-reflection and empowerment in the boarding community\nFoster positive and effective communication with coaching skills.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nMcKenzie Cerri\, Co-founder of Graydin \nMcKenzie Cerri is a co-founder of Graydin\, an organisation working to revolutionise the ways we support\, empower and connect with our next generations through coaching skills. Together with more than 250 schools and thousands of educators world-wide\, Graydin has been at the forefront of the coaching movement in education since 2011. \nMcKenzie has over 20 years of experience in coaching and teacher training\, having delivered hundreds of coaching courses and workshops to thousands of educators. She is a Co-active Coach\, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation\, a Certificated Practitioner of NLP\, and is trained in somatic coaching. Prior to Graydin\, she worked as a youth coach within the public sector and partnered closely with Maudsley Hospital eating disorder unit to bring a coaching approach to carer support. Inspired by the impact coaching made on her formative years\, combined with a desire to enhance the lives of young people\, McKenzie partnered with Quinn Simpson more than a decade ago to form Graydin. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/using-coaching-skills-with-your-boarding-community/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270203T170000 DTSTAMP:20261102T090930Z CREATED:20260409T123713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T090930Z UID:74175-1801558800-1801674000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Annual Boarding Conference 2027 DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ§ Deputy Heads and Heads of Boarding\nšŸ“ DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole\nšŸ  Discounted accommodation available\nā­ Featuring the BSA Supporting Excellence Awards ā€“ Entries are now open (find out more here) \n\nThe 2027 Annual Boarding Conference awaits ā€“ join us! \nJoin boarding professionals from across the sector at the Hilton\, Brighton for two inspiring days of learning\, collaboration\, and networking. Discover emerging developments and opportunities in boarding\, engage with expert-led sessions\, and exchange ideas with colleagues through interactive round tables and breakout discussions. \nā€œA wonderful chance to speak to like-minded professionals and to hear from some outstanding guest speakers.ā€ \nā€œVery invigorating atmosphere and very friendly\, inclusive attendees and speakers.ā€ \nTake this opportunity to build valuable connections\, gain fresh perspectives\, and return to your school with new ideas and renewed enthusiasm. And\, of course\, donā€™t miss the highlight of the event: the Annual Conference Dinner on Tuesday February 2 2027\, following a sparkling drinks reception accompanied by live music. This year\, the dinner will also feature an awards ceremony celebrating excellence. \nReserve your place today and join the conversation\, strengthen your network\, and be inspired! \nBOOK NOW \nĀ  \n\nHeadline Sponsors: \nĀ  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n\n\nConference Programme\nDay 1\nĀ  \n10:30 ā€“ 11:00Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Registration & refreshments \nArrival\, refreshments and an opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the boarding sector. \n\n11:00 ā€“ 11.15Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Ā  Welcome and Chairā€™s address\n \nAn introduction to the conference theme\, The Future Starts Here: Leading Boarding with Courage\, Care and Connection\, setting the scene for two days of discussion\, professional learning and collaboration. \nChair: Dr Clare Ives\, Head\, The Leys School \n\n11:15 ā€“ 12:15Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Keynote: Inclusive leadership \n\nExplore how courageous\, compassionate and inclusive leadership can shape the future of boarding. This opening keynote considers how leaders can create environments where staff and pupils feel valued\, empowered and connected\, building school communities in which everyone can thrive. \nSpeaker: Hannah Wilson\, Founder and Director\, The Belonging Effect \n\n\n12:15 ā€“ 13:00Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Teens turning to Social Media platforms to source Drugs and how dealers are adopting their tactics to capitalise on thisĀ Ā  \n\nThis session explores how teenagers are using social media to access drugs and how dealers are adapting their tactics to reach young people. It will highlight emerging substance trends and the drugs that could appear in schools\, helping boarding staff better understand the changing risks and implications for safeguarding. \nSpeaker: Dave Parvin\, MD and Training Specialist\, Drug Sense UK \n\n\n13:00 ā€“ 14:00 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Lunch and Networking \n\n\n14:00 ā€“ 14:30 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Whoā€™s looking after you? \n\nBoarding leaders dedicate their time to caring for others\, but who supports their own wellbeing? Explore the pressures of pastoral leadership and discover practical approaches to maintaining resilience\, managing competing demands and creating a healthier\, more sustainable working culture. \nSpeaker: Helen Keevil\, Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead\, Abingdon School \n\n\n14:30 ā€“ 15:30 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Roundtable discussion: Live issues in boarding \n\nAn interactive opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities currently shaping boarding provision. Share experiences\, explore emerging concerns and exchange practical solutions with colleagues from different school settings\, drawing on the collective expertise of the boarding community. \nSpeakers: \n\nSam Obeng-Asare\, Assistant Head (Boarding)\, Haberdashersā€™ Adams\nRachel Hart\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, Roedean School\n\n\n\n15:30 ā€“ 16:00 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Refreshments and Networking \n\n\n16:00 ā€“ 16:45 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Legal update: What every boarding leader needs to know \nStay informed about key legal and regulatory developments affecting boarding schools. This session examines important considerations for school leaders\, highlighting areas of risk\, compliance responsibilities and practical steps to strengthen governance\, safeguarding and everyday decision-making. \nSpeaker: Kate Hollyer\, Executive Director (Legal)\, Abitas Group and Director\, BSA Legal \n\n16:45 ā€“ 17:30 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Challenging sexual harassment and misogyny \nExplore how boarding schools can challenge sexual harassment\, misogyny and harmful attitudes among young people. This session considers the importance of education\, respectful relationships and creating a culture where inappropriate behaviour is recognised\, challenged and prevented. \nSpeaker: Our Streets Now \n\n17:30 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Close of Day One \n\n19:00 ā€“ 19:30 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Drinks Reception \nAn opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and make new connections ahead of the Annual Conference Dinner. \n\n19:30 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Annual Conference Dinner and Awards \nJoin colleagues for an evening of celebration\, networking and recognition\, including the Annual Conference Awards highlighting excellence and achievement across the boarding sector. \n\n\nConference Programme\nDay 2\nĀ  \n09:45 ā€“ 10:15Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Boarding State of the Nation \nAn overview of the current boarding landscape\, examining key developments\, emerging challenges and opportunities for the sector. Reflect on the changing needs of boarding communities and consider how schools can prepare confidently for the future. \nSpeaker: Robin Fletcher\, CEO\, Abitas Group\, BSA and TIOB \n\n10:15 ā€“ 11.00 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  A Conversation on Leadership\n \nJoin experienced school leaders for an engaging discussion about the realities of leading boarding schools today. Explore leadership challenges\, lessons learned and the qualities needed to navigate change\, inspire colleagues and build thriving school communities. \nSpeakers: \n\nMark Lauder\, Headmaster\, Strathallan School\nDr Clare Ives\, Head\, The Leys School\nChris Wheeler\, Headmaster\, Canford School\n\n\n11:00 ā€“ 11:30Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Refreshments and Networking \n\n\n11:30 ā€“ 12:15Ā Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Research: Shaping the future of boardingĀ  \n\nDiscover how research can inform the future of boarding practice and strengthen outcomes for young people. This session explores the importance of evidence-informed approaches and considers how emerging findings can support innovation and continuous improvement across boarding communities. \nSpeaker: Katie Phillips\, BSA Foundation Fellow \n\n12:15 ā€“ 12:30Ā Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Conference Sponsor SessionĀ  \n\nAn opportunity to hear from conference sponsor I-GTM and explore perspectives relevant to the boarding sector. \nSpeaker: David Williams\, Managing Director\, I-GTM \n\n\n\n12:30 ā€“ 13:15 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Breakout Sessions \n\nDelegates can select from a range of practical workshops exploring key areas of boarding leadership and provision. \n\nBreakout 1: Looking beyond the behaviour\nChallenging behaviour often reflects an underlying need. Explore how understanding belonging\, emotional safety and pupil agency can help boarding staff respond with empathy\, maintain appropriate boundaries and support young people in developing independence and self-regulation. \nBreakout 2: BSA PR campaign\nExplore opportunities to strengthen the profile of boarding and communicate its value to families and wider audiences. Consider how clear messaging\, authentic stories and collaborative promotion can help celebrate boarding communities and support future recruitment. \nSpeaker: Aileen Kane\, Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer\, BSA and Abitas Group\n \nBreakout 3: Applying for SLT roles abroad\nConsidering the next step in your leadership career overseas? Explore the opportunities and challenges of applying for senior leadership positions in international schools\, including how to demonstrate your experience\, prepare for recruitment processes and navigate a move abroad. \nBreakout 4: Taking on a New Boarding House\nTaking responsibility for a new boarding house brings exciting opportunities and challenges. Explore the practical and pastoral priorities involved in establishing routines\, building relationships\, creating a positive house culture and ensuring a smooth transition for pupils and staff. \nBreakout 5: Boarding and co-curricular: Creating opportunities beyond the classroom\nDiscover how a rich co-curricular programme can enhance boarding life\, strengthen relationships and support pupilsā€™ personal development. Explore the role of music\, creativity and shared experiences in building confident\, connected and inclusive boarding communities. \n\n13:15 ā€“ 14:00 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Lunch and Networking \n\n14:00 ā€“ 15:00 Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Would You Spot It? \n\nPut your safeguarding knowledge to the test through realistic scenarios reflecting the complexities of boarding life. Develop professional curiosity\, consider effective responses to emerging concerns and strengthen your confidence in identifying and addressing potential risks. \n\n\n15:00Ā  Ā Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Conference Close \n\n\nSpeakers\nĀ  \n \nConference Chair and Panellist: Dr Clare Ives\, Head\, The Leys School \nDr Clare Ives became Head of The Leys School in September 2025\, having previously served as Senior Deputy Head at Sevenoaks School. Her earlier roles at Canford School included Boarding Housemistress\, Head of History and Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion Lead. A graduate of the University of St Andrews\, Clare holds a PhD examining Robert Kennedyā€™s record on civil rights. Before entering teaching\, she spent eight years in the Civil Service. Her leadership experience reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence\, pastoral care and inclusive school communities. She is also an enthusiastic musician and sportswoman. \n\nHannah Wilson\, Founder and Director\, The Belonging Effect \nHannah Wilson is a leadership development consultant\, coach and trainer specialising in inclusive leadership\, equity and belonging in education. She is the Founder and Director of The Belonging Effect and Co-Founder of #WomenEd and #DiverseEd. Hannah has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in education\, holding leadership positions including Deputy and Executive Headteacher. She is Co-Editor of Diverse Educators: A Manifesto and author of Cultivating Belonging in Schools (2026). Through her consultancy\, writing and speaking\, Hannah supports education leaders in creating inclusive cultures\, developing confident leadership and ensuring that every member of a school community feels valued. \n\nDave Parvin\, MD and Training Specialist\, Drug Sense UK \nDave Parvin is a former police Drug Squad Officer and experienced drug awareness educator. Drawing on his first-hand knowledge of substance misuse\, Dave has delivered hundreds of awareness sessions to pupils\, parents and school staff across the UK and internationally. His work focuses on helping young people understand the risks associated with drugs\, alcohol and vaping\, enabling them to make informed decisions. Known for his engaging\, direct and non-judgemental approach\, Dave works closely with schools and education organisations\, including the BSA and Health in Education Association\, to deliver practical training and guidance on emerging substance-related concerns. \n\nHelen Keevil\, Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead\, Abingdon School \nHelen Keevil is Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Designated Safeguarding Lead at Abingdon School\, where she oversees pupil welfare\, pastoral systems\, safeguarding and boarding provision. She also leads on diversity\, equity and inclusion and works closely with pastoral colleagues to support pupil wellbeing and positive school culture. A graduate of the University of Exeter in Modern Foreign Languages\, Helen combines her senior leadership responsibilities with teaching. She has written about mental health\, pastoral care and the importance of embedding wellbeing throughout school life\, bringing practical experience and a thoughtful perspective to the challenges facing pastoral leaders. \n\nSam Obeng-Asare\, Assistant Head (Boarding)\, Haberdashersā€™ Adams\n \nSam Obeng-Asare is Assistant Head (Boarding) at Haberdashersā€™ Adams\, a state boarding school in Newport\, Shropshire. He plays a central role in leading the schoolā€™s boarding provision\, supporting pupils across junior and senior boarding accommodation. His responsibilities include promoting a positive residential experience\, supporting pupil wellbeing and helping young people develop independence and confidence. Sam is also part of the schoolā€™s safeguarding team\, serving as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. His experience provides a valuable perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing state boarding schools and the importance of creating supportive\, inclusive communities for young people. \n\nRachel Hart\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, Roedean School\n \nRachel Hart is Deputy Head (Pastoral) at Roedean School in Brighton\, bringing extensive experience of pastoral care\, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing in independent and boarding schools. She previously worked at Caterham School as a Head of Year and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. Rachel has a particular interest in supporting young people experiencing eating disorders and mental health challenges and has contributed articles on these subjects to Tes. Her work focuses on helping staff develop consistent\, informed approaches to pastoral care and creating school environments in which pupils feel supported\, understood and safe. \n\nKate Hollyer\, Director\, BSA Legal\n \nKate advises independent day and boarding schools on the immigration law governing their international student recruitment. She leads the legal function across Abitas Group\, heads its SRA-regulated practice BSA Legal\, and has practised in UK immigration law for over 15 years. Her work covers Student sponsor licence compliance at senior leadership and governance level\, and she acts for schools facing UKVI enforcement action. For schools sponsoring under-18s\, immigration compliance is safeguarding\, and much of her practice sits where sponsor duties and safeguarding frameworks meet. She has lived in boarding schools throughout her career. Kate represents the school sector on the Home Officeā€™s Future Border and Immigration System (FBIS) Education Advisory Group and the UK Agent Quality Framework Steering Group\, and the boarding sector at the All-Party Parliamentary Group for International Students. She is a qualified solicitor and a member of ILPA. \n\nOur Streets Now\n \nOur Streets Now is a UK organisation dedicated to ending public sexual harassment through education\, advocacy and cultural change. Founded in 2019 by sisters Maya and Gemma Tutton\, the organisation began as a youth-led campaign calling for public sexual harassment to become a criminal offence. It now works with schools\, universities\, communities and other organisations to challenge harmful attitudes and promote safer environments. Its educational work supports young people in understanding consent\, respect\, healthy relationships and the impact of harassment. Through awareness-raising and practical education\, Our Streets Now seeks to prevent harassment and empower young people to challenge inappropriate behaviour. \n\n \nIssy Warren ā€“ Our Streets Now \nIssy Warren leads the development and delivery of all educational programmes at Our Streets Now. She has spent the past six years speaking to thousands of young people about their experiences of sexual harassment\, gender stereotypes\, misogyny and digital harms. Specialising in how sexual violence becomes normalised\, Our Streets Now supports schools to deliver relationships and sex education that prevents sexual harassment and safeguards pupils. \nĀ  \nĀ  \n\nRobin Fletcher\, CEO\, Abitas Group\, BSA and TIOB\n \nRobin Fletcher is Chief Executive of Abitas Group\, the Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association and The Institute of Boarding. He joined the BSA as CEO in 2014 and has overseen its development as part of a wider group of associations and services dedicated to safeguarding\, wellbeing and inclusion. Robin is also a director of BSA Legal and The Athena Programme. Before joining the boarding sector\, he worked as a journalist\, editor and communications director. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and an Honorary Fellow of Cardiff Metropolitan University. His work focuses on strengthening professional standards and supporting boarding communities. \n\nMark Lauder\, Headmaster\, Strathallan School\n \nMark Lauder has been Headmaster of Strathallan School since 2017 and brings extensive experience of teaching and leadership in boarding schools. His career includes appointments at Shiplake College\, St Edwardā€™s Oxford and Felsted School\, where he served as Deputy Headmaster and Head of Boarding. Before joining Strathallan\, he was Headmaster of Ashville College in Harrogate. Mark has also worked as a boarding Housemaster\, sports coach and school governor\, bringing a broad understanding of residential education. A former Chair of the Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association\, he is committed to the transformative potential of boarding and the importance of inclusive\, holistic education. \n\nChris Wheeler\, Headmaster\, Canford School\n \nChris Wheeler became Headmaster of Canford School in September 2025\, bringing extensive experience of independent and international school leadership. Previously Principal of the Monkton Family of Schools\, his career has also included leadership positions at Hillcrest International School\, St Christopherā€™s and Brighton College. Chris has an MBA in Educational Leadership and Administration from UCL and has served in several sector leadership roles. He is Chair of The Institute of Boarding and is due to become Chair of the Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association in 2027. He is passionate about developing effective educational leadership and supporting pupils through a broad\, enriching school experience. \n\nKatie Philips\, BSA Foundation Fellow\, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor\n \nKatie Phillips is a qualified and accredited Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with 15 yearsā€™ experience working in UK and international boarding schools. Her previous roles include teacher\, boarding practitioner\, Housemistress and Mental Health Lead. Katie holds a postgraduate qualification in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling from the University of Cambridge and is an Accredited Boarding Practitioner. Her professional interests centre on integrating therapeutic approaches into pastoral care. Drawing on her research and practical experience\, she has developed a reflective practice model supporting staff wellbeing and professional development within boarding communities. \n\nAileen Kane\, Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer\, BSA and Abitas Group\n \nAileen Kane is Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer of Abitas Group\, bringing extensive experience in strategic marketing\, communications\, business development and organisational leadership. Her work includes developing brand positioning\, building partnerships and supporting growth across the education sector. At Abitas Group\, Aileen has led initiatives covering strategic marketing\, organisational transformation and stakeholder engagement. She has also worked with government departments and sector partners to support best practice in safeguarding\, international student recruitment and educational provision. Aileen brings valuable insight into the importance of effective communication\, collaboration and promotion in strengthening the future of boarding. \n\nDavid Williams\, Co-Founder and CEO\, I-GTM\n \nDavid Williams is a Co-Founder and CEO of I-GTM\, the leading travel record-keeping and management platform for UK boarding schools. Before launching I-GTM\, David built and led a talent acquisition firm operating in emerging markets\, gaining first-hand experience of the global networks that underpin the boarding school ecosystem. He now applies that insight to joining up the requirement for travel whereabouts recording with operational excellence. As the shift toward more international boarders gathers pace\, this approach helps ensure schools remain truly ā€œopen to the world\,ā€ supporting enrolment and giving agents and families clear\, confident messages about access to these world-class institutions. \n\n\nGetting Here\nBy Car \nThe hotel is located on Brightonā€™s seafront and can be accessed via the A23 from London or the A27 from the east and west. \nOn-site underground parking is available at: \n\nCar park address: St Margaretā€™s Place\, Brighton\, BN1 2FD\nParking charge: Currently advertised at Ā£29 per day\nHeight restriction: 1.8 metres\nAvailability: Subject to spaces being available\n\nPlease note that taller vehicles\, including some vans\, will need alternative parking arrangements. \nBy Train \nBrighton Railway Station is approximately a 15ā€“20-minute walk from the hotel. Alternatively\, taxis are available outside the station for a short journey to the venue.\nBrighton is served by Southern\, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services. \nBy Air \nLondon Gatwick Airport is the nearest major airport\, approximately 23 miles from the hotel. Regular train services connect Gatwick Airport with Brighton Railway Station. \nĀ  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-tiob-annual-boarding-conference-2/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole\, Kings Road\, Brighton\, BN1 2FU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Conference,In-person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T123000 DTSTAMP:20261026T120354Z CREATED:20261026T114312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T120354Z UID:80793-1801567800-1801571400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Sponsoring International Staff: What Schools Need to Know DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nBasic Compliance Assessments (BCAs) remain a fundamental part of theĀ StudentĀ sponsor regime and a key measure of a schoolā€™s compliance performance. From June 2026\, Student sponsors are subject to significantly tighter compliance thresholds and a new Red-Amber-Green (RAG) rating framework\, increasing the importance of effective monitoring and early intervention.Ā  \nWith higher expectations around visa refusal rates\, enrolment rates and course completion rates\, schools have less margin for error than under theĀ previousĀ framework. Understanding how these metrics are measured\,Ā monitoredĀ and assessed is now critical for Student sponsor licence holders.Ā  \nThisĀ webinarĀ will examine the revised BCA requirements\, the practical implications of the new thresholds and rating system\, and the steps schools can take toĀ identifyĀ risks\,Ā monitorĀ performanceĀ and maintain compliance throughout the assessment period.Ā  \nLearning OutcomesĀ  \nBy the end of thisĀ webinar\, delegates will be able to:Ā  \n\nUnderstand the revised BCA framework and assessment criteria.Ā \nAssess the impact of the new compliance thresholds and RAG rating system.Ā \nMonitor key metrics and compliance data effectively.Ā \nRecognise potential indicators of compliance concerns.Ā \nDevelop a proactive approach to BCA management and continuous improvement.Ā \n\nTopics CoveredĀ  \n\nThe revised BCA framework and RAG rating systemĀ \nWhat has changed and why it mattersĀ \nUnderstanding the key compliance metricsĀ \nKey metrics\, dataĀ qualityĀ and reportingĀ \nIdentifyingĀ compliance risks and early warning signsĀ \nPractical monitoring and record-keepingĀ \nConsequences of failing a BCAĀ \nAction planning and continuous improvementĀ \n\nWho Should Attend?Ā  \n\nRegistrarsĀ \nInternational admissions teamsĀ \nStudent sponsor licence Key PersonnelĀ \nCompliance officersĀ \nSchool leaders responsible for sponsor licence complianceĀ \nGovernors and trustees with oversight responsibilitiesĀ \n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with:\n \n \n\nSpeaker: \n \nAntonia Price\, Head of Immigration\, BSA Legal Services Ltd \nAntonia is Head of Immigration\, joining BSA after over 20 years working in Immigration and Global Mobility across a range of industries.Ā  Antoniaā€™s focus has always been on delivering an excellent client service by building strong and trusted relationships with her contacts and understanding their priorities and needs.Ā  She has extensive experience on a range of visa application types and the processes and requirements of the Home Office.Ā  Antonia was particularly keen to join the Abitas group because her boarding school experience as a child was wonderful and she has always advocated boarding life and the positive aspects surrounding it. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/sponsoring-international-staff-what-schools-need-to-know/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270203T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270203T153000 DTSTAMP:20260806T100255Z CREATED:20260420T144723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100255Z UID:74531-1801650600-1801668600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Leading a nursing team DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ This seminar is suitable for Nurses with additional management responsibilities of a wider nursing/healthcare team within a wider school or education group\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nSchool nurses play a pivotal role in the health and wellbeing of pupils and staff. As approachable\, knowledgeable professionals\, their guidance is often sought during times of illness or concern. A well-led medical team contributes significantly to a welcoming and effective Medical Centre ā€“ one that champions the health of the whole school community. \nThis seminar is designed to strengthen and develop leadership skills in nurses responsible for managing small or large medical teams within a school setting. The session will explore practical strategies to enhance collaboration\, improve team dynamics\, and foster stronger connections between the Medical Centre and the wider school. Delegates will be encouraged to share insights and experiences to boost performance\, morale\, and job satisfaction. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat makes an effective team? Understanding team dynamics and how to build them\nRaising the profile of the Medical Centre ā€“ practical ways to increase visibility and align with the schoolā€™s needs\nAppraisals and inductions ā€“ best practices for onboarding and supporting staff development\nThe role of supervision ā€“ why it matters in a school health setting and how to implement it effectively\nProfessional guidance and standards of care ā€“ ensuring best practice across the team.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify and apply the key attributes of successful leadership\nGain practical tools and ideas to build and maintain an effective\, motivated medical team\nDeepen your understanding of the responsibilities and impact of the lead nurse role.\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  \n\nSpeaker: \nRosie McManus\, Nurse Advisor\, HIEDA \nTrained at Great Ormond Street\, Rosie made the move to the independent sector in 2006.Ā  With an MA in Medical Ethics and Law and the Specialist Community Pubic Health Nurse qualification her passion remains promoting the Healthy Child Programme\, and promoting the visibility of school nurses in the independent sector. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/leading-a-nursing-team-2/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270204T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270204T160000 DTSTAMP:20260804T094501Z CREATED:20260420T144902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T094501Z UID:74533-1801749600-1801756800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Managing suitability to board DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Pastoral leads\, all boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThere are many things a school may need to consider if a student is not ā€˜fit to boardā€™. This may include the young personā€™s own safety and wellbeing\, alongside others in a boarding house. Increasingly\, schools have found it useful to write a ā€˜fit to boardā€™ policy and this course is designed to help them consider if this would be helpful in their context\, and how to create a policy. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe reasons why people may not be ā€˜fit to boardā€™.\nBalancing needs in a boarding house.\nProviding continuity of education and other legal considerations.\nWorking with parents.\nConsiderations when writing policy.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand some reasons why a young person might not be fit to board.\nKnow the legal framework around education provision.\nBe guided in producing a school policy on fitness to board.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/managing-suitability-to-board-4/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270205T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260806T100636Z CREATED:20260408T071322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100636Z UID:72467-1801825200-1801828800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Understanding ketamine and cocaine: Prevention\, awareness and early intervention DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ All those involved in safeguarding\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse Outline \nThis ketamine and cocaine awareness training course is designed for school staff\, teachers\, and safeguarding professionals to increase understanding of the risks these substances pose to young people. The session explores what ketamine and cocaine are\, how they appear\, and the ways they are distributed and used among youth populations. It examines the legal implications\, the short- and long-term physical and psychological effects\, and the growing influence of social and peer culture on drug experimentation. Participants will also gain awareness of the dangers associated with contaminated (bulked or cut) drugs\, harm reduction strategies\, and appropriate safeguarding responses when drug use or possession is suspected in an educational environment. The course promotes a proactive\, informed approach to protecting and supporting children and young people at risk. \nTraining Topics: \n\nUnderstanding Ketamine and Cocaine: composition\, classification\, and key facts\nWhat they look like and how they are distributed at street and community level\nThe Law: criminal implications for possession\, supply\, and use ā€” including young people under 18\nHow these drugs are used and their short- and long-term physical and psychological effects\nCurrent youth culture: trends\, availability\, peer pressure\, and online influence\nThe dangers of bulking and cutting agents used by dealers to increase profit\nRecognising the signs and symptoms of possible substance misuse in children and young people\nSafeguarding responsibilities: responding to disclosures or suspected use in schools\nHarm reduction and early intervention: how to talk to young people safely and effectively\nSupport services and resources for young people\, families\, and professionals\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand what Ketamine and Cocaine are\, how they are used\, and the associated health risks\nIdentify the legal implications for both adults and young people involved with these substances\nRecognise the signs and indicators of substance use or exposure among students\nGain insight into the influence of current youth culture and social factors contributing to experimentation\nUnderstand the risks associated with adulterated (bulked or cut) substances\nApply appropriate safeguarding protocols when drug use is suspected in an educational setting\nUse effective communication and harm reduction approaches to support young people safely\nAccess and share reliable resources\, professional guidance\, and support networks for prevention and intervention\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nAsha Fowells\, Head of Education and Engagement at the DSM Foundation \nAsha Fowells is Head of Education and Engagement at the DSM Foundation\, a drug education charity. This role reflects her background as a pharmacist ā€“ she qualified in 1998 ā€“ and journalist and drugs educator.Ā Ā Asha is involved in the whole breadth of delivery\, from students to parents\, school staff and other professionals working with young people\, as well as training and mentoring drugs educators. She also does a lot of work behind the scenes at the Foundation\, including dealing with press enquiries\, writing resources\, and managing the charityā€™s communication channels. Asha is passionate about the aims of the DSM Foundation\, which is to help young people make safer choices about drugs ā€“ everyone should be able to get home safely. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/understanding-ketamine-and-cocaine-prevention-awareness-and-early-intervention/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270205T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270205T153000 DTSTAMP:20260805T083330Z CREATED:20260408T071550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T083330Z UID:72469-1801834200-1801841400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Understanding the adolescent brain DESCRIPTION:Date: February 05\, 2027\nTime: 13:30 ā€“ 15:30\nCost: From Ā£135\nAudience: All Boarding staffĀ  and those who wish to have an understanding of teenagers brain development and the impact of these changes on their mental health\, learning and relationships\nPlatform: Zoom (online) ā€“ half day seminar\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass\n\n\nCourse outline: \nWe know that\, other than during the first three years of life\, theĀ brainĀ goes through the biggest change in its development during adolescence. This is a critical time inĀ teensā€™ lives and as adults\, we have a crucial role to play in supporting them to develop into healthy successful adults. \nThis workshop combines the latest understanding of neuroscience and developmental psychology with practical strategies to help attendees understand the changes teenagers are going through\, and what adults can do to support them. \nTraining topics will include: \nThe session covers the main changes in theĀ brainĀ during theĀ teenage years: \n\nHormones\nRisky behaviour\nThe socialĀ brain\nSleep\nThe role of adults in supporting healthy brain development\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nTo have a better understanding of the developmental changes in the teenage brain\nTo explore the links with these changes and the vulnerability to developing mental health issues.\nPractical\, evidence based strategies to support healthy brain development.\nTo understand the importance of relationships in a healthy boarding environment.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nLisa Jones\, Lisa Jones Coaching \nLisa Jones is a multi-award-winning\, science-driven therapist\, coach\, and trainer who believes prevention is key to positive mental health. She works across the corporate and education sectors\, delivering training on brain health\, resilience\, stress management\, and emotional wellbeing\, alongside running a busy private practice. Lisa is a fully qualified and insured Psychotherapist\, Counsellor\, Wellbeing Coach\, and Mental Health Consultant\, registered with BACP and a senior accredited member of the National Counselling Society. Her work is underpinned by neuroscience\, with a particular focus on the mindā€“body connection\, neuroplasticity\, and building resilience through evidence-based\, practical approaches. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/understanding-the-adolescent-brain/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270208T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270208T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T111238Z CREATED:20260420T145045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T111238Z UID:74535-1802080800-1802084400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Building Personal Resilience for Healthy High Performance DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ All Senior Leadership\, Pastoral staff and wider school team\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThe boarding environment\, and education sector\, are busy places to work and challenging environments in which to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Looking after yourself professionally and personally are key to healthy high performance. This webinar will highlight the importance of a self-awareness of personal and collective resilience and wellbeing and deliver some thoughts and strategies on developing this. \nDuring the webinar\, delegates will be equipped with a personal workplace resilience and wellbeing framework. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWorkplace Resilience and Wellbeing\nFive Pillars of Resilience.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nAn overview of the Five Pillars of Resilience\nIdeas and practical exercises to support staff to achieve healthy high performance.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:Ā  \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. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/checking-in-mental-health-and-resilience-self-assessment-4/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270209T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270209T143000 DTSTAMP:20260804T094743Z CREATED:20260409T133410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T094743Z UID:74181-1802176200-1802183400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Working with Affluent Families: when neglect becomes a concern DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Trustees\, Governors\, and Leaders with oversight of safeguarding. Colleagues in education\, social care\, youth services\, early help\, charity and third sector organisations with an interest and responsibility for safeguarding.\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThe phrase ā€˜affluent neglectā€™ presents something of a perceived oxymoron. If there is affluence\, how can there also be neglect? \nSadly\, affluent neglect is a real issue and concern\, and can be particularly challenging to identify and manage where signs and indicators may look different to those in under-resourced families. \nThe power relations between safeguarding practitioners and parents can provide an additional layer of complexity where there is resistance to intervention and support\, and the signs of neglect can often be emotional/mental rather than physical. \nThis interactive seminar that also involves delegates in group work and reflective practice draws on messages from research and practical application to explore affluent neglect and working with affluent parents. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat is affluent neglect?\nIdentification and support\nUnderstanding and working with the power relations between safeguarding practitioner and affluent parents/carers\nCase study example for group-work and reflective practice.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop an increased understanding of what affluent neglect is\, and how to spot it\nConsider strategies to provide support\nUnpick the power relations between safeguarding practitioner and affluent parents that potentially impact safeguarding effective safeguarding practice\nReview the practical application of identification\, and implementation of strategies for managing affluent neglect through case study review.\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n\nSpeakers: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/working-with-affluent-families-when-neglect-becomes-a-concern-3/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270223T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270223T130000 DTSTAMP:20260811T115756Z CREATED:20260811T113412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T115756Z UID:78573-1803384000-1803387600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Shifting trends in boarding staff DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \nCourse outline \nThe role of boarding staff continues to evolve in response to changing pupil needs\, workforce expectations\, recruitment challenges and developments across the wider education and care sectors. Traditional models of boarding staffing are being reconsidered as schools look at how they recruit\, structure\, support and retain effective boarding teams. \nThis webinar will explore some of the key trends shaping the boarding workforce and what these changes mean for boarding schools. It will consider the changing expectations of boarding roles\, emerging staffing models\, recruitment and retention\, professional boundaries\, staff wellbeing and the skills increasingly required to provide high-quality pastoral care. \nDelegates will be encouraged to reflect on their own staffing structures and consider how boarding teams may need to adapt to remain sustainable\, attractive and effective. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nHow boarding staff roles and expectations are changing\nCurrent recruitment and retention challenges\nChanging expectations around workload\, flexibility and work-life balance\nEmerging approaches to staffing structures\, rotas and residential roles\nThe increasing pastoral and safeguarding demands placed on boarding staff\nSkills and professional development required by the modern boarding workforce\nStaff wellbeing\, support and supervision\nBuilding a sustainable and attractive boarding workforce for the future\n\nLearning outcomes \nBy the end of the webinar\, delegates will: \n\nUnderstand key trends influencing the boarding workforce\nConsider how expectations of boarding roles have changed\nExplore approaches to recruiting and retaining high-quality boarding staff\nReflect on whether existing staffing structures and working practices remain fit for purpose\nRecognise the importance of staff wellbeing\, development and support in maintaining effective boarding teams\nConsider practical ways to future-proof their boarding workforce\n\nBOOK NOW \nSpeakers: \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/shifting-trends-in-boarding-staff/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270225T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270225T103000 DTSTAMP:20260814T080703Z CREATED:20260420T145955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T080703Z UID:74545-1803547800-1803551400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Inclusive recruitment practices DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Headteachers\, Deputy and Assistant Headteachers\, Heads of Boarding and HR professionals\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nWe want our schools to be as inclusive and diverse as possible. However\, if we do what weā€™ve always done\, weā€™ll get what weā€™ve always got. Join us for this interactive seminar where we will address the challenges of recruiting a diverse workforce. Our speaker will provide practical strategies to support inclusive recruitment practices in schools. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nYou want to be genuinely authentic and inclusive when recruiting ALL staff\nYou want to increase the diversity of your staff\nYou want to be compliant with the law\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nReview of current recruitment processes\nPractical steps for a more diverse staff body\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/inclusive-recruitment-practices-3/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270226T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270226T153000 DTSTAMP:20260804T094951Z CREATED:20260420T150704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T094951Z UID:74549-1803637800-1803655800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Preparing for inspection England: ISI and Ofsted DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding Leads\, Governors\, Trustees\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nSchools have become familiar with the requirements of the regular inspection process. This virtual day seminar is aimed both at those who are familiar with the process and those completely new to it. The day focuses on the process itself\, preparation for forthcoming inspection visits\, and relevant updates on new legislation that could impact an inspection result. \nThroughout the session\, information and actions will refer to the National Minimum Standards 2022\, as well as referencing appropriate updates to other guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. \nThere will be specific breakout sessions during the day to focus on ISI or Ofsted as appropriate. Reference will therefore be made to either the ISI Framework and inspection process\, including Framework 23\, or the Ofsted SCCIF (Social Care Common Inspection Framework).Ā  This training aims to be relevant and valuable regardless of where schools are in the inspection cycle. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUpdates to current guidance ā€“ including KCSIE 2025 and the National Minimum Standards 2022\nPreparing for inspection ā€“ gathering evidence relating to the ISI or Ofsted inspection framework\nGoing beyond the minimum standard ā€“ securing the best outcomes for pupils\, actions that go beyond the minimum standards\nEmbedding a regular audit procedure ā€“ looking at the process of review and reflection and establishing a long-term process beyond the inspection cycle.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecommendations of how to prepare for an inspection\nIncreased understanding of relevant legislative and guidance updates\nRecommendations for conducting a regular audit procedure.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:Ā  \nDale Wilkins FTIOB\, Executive Director\, BSA Group 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 the DfE\, while also overseeing the Groupā€™s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, he is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Dale previously spent 31 years as a boarding practitioner\, including roles as Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. Beyond education\, he trains for the Methodist Church\, is a charity trustee\, chairs a performing arts organisation\, and volunteers widely. \nĀ  \n\nSue Duff \nFollowing a successful career in commerce\, culminating in a senior position in a world leading market research organisation\, Sue made the transition to teaching in the independent sector. Having worked in prep\, GSA and HMC environments\, she has a breadth of experience across the independent schools sector. Sue has always focussed on boarding in her teaching career having set up two houses from scratch as well as running boarding teams. Before the leap to self employment\, she was on the Senior Leadership Team at one of the countryā€™s premier HMC boarding schools\, having led the integration of the school into a fully co-educational environment and held various management positions. Sue now works with schools\, both in the UK and worldwide\, as an inspector and consultant predominantly looking at boarding\, pastoral and academic systems\, helping to improve the outcomes that pupils experience. She also works on whole school compliance projects. Sue has worked with the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) since 2011 and is a Lead/Reporting Inspector\, also inspecting for AEGIS and COBIS. She has been working with the BSA undertaking consultancy and training for almost 20 years. Sue is vice-chair of Governors at a large HMC co-ed school in Worcestershire. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/preparing-for-inspection-england-isi-and-ofsted/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270226T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270226T140000 DTSTAMP:20260804T095026Z CREATED:20260420T150936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T095026Z UID:74551-1803646800-1803650400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:State of the boarding nation (Guardians toolbox talk) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Head/Principal\, Deputy Head/Vice-Principal\, Bursar\, Head of Boarding\, Houseparents\, Boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis course will help schools better understand the boarding market and support strategic planning. Delegates will look at boarding in the UK and globally drawing on long-term data and other information from a wide range of different sources to build a 3-D picture of the sector\, schools\, customers\, pupils and trends. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUK boarding market today ā€“ covering number\, type and distribution of UK schools\nChanges over the past 30 years ā€“ number of pupils\, type of pupils\, distribution\, sectoral changes relative to wider changes in the UK\nTrends and challenges ā€“ key things happening in the market today affecting school performance\nBuilding for the future ā€“ a systematic approach to helping schools shape their boarding development plan.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nIncreased knowledge of long-term data and trends affecting the boarding sector\nTailored trend information to help schools plan and develop their boarding.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/state-of-the-boarding-nation-guardians-toolbox-talk/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Forum,Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270301T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270301T153000 DTSTAMP:20260804T140851Z CREATED:20260802T200158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T140851Z UID:78131-1803897000-1803915000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Fundamentals of risk assessment 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\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nBOOK NOW \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/fundamentals-of-risk-assessment/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This seminar will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270301T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270301T130000 DTSTAMP:20260820T145812Z CREATED:20260420T151102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T145812Z UID:74553-1803902400-1803906000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding Box Set - inclusion and belonging 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\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \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\n\n\n\n\n1. Boarding box set ā€“ sector overview and market analysis\nNovember 02\, 2026\n\n\n2. Boarding box set ā€“ Safeguarding\nNovember 30\, 2026\n\n\n3. Boarding box set ā€“ Inclusion and belonging\nMarch 01\, 2027\n\n\n4. Boarding box set ā€“ understanding UKVI compliance\nMarch 05\, 2027\n\n\n5. Boarding Box Set: Building a Positive Staff Culture\nMarch 09\, 2027\n\n\n6. Boarding box set ā€“ Marketing considerations for boarding schools\nApril 21\, 2027\n\n\n7. Boarding box set ā€“ Preparing for a boarding inspection\nMay 24\, 2026\n\n\n8. Boarding box set ā€“ boarding house management\nJune 10\, 2027\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: \nĀ  \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-inclusion-and-belonging/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270305T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270305T130000 DTSTAMP:20261006T091025Z CREATED:20260409T160602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T091025Z UID:74219-1804248000-1804251600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding box set - understanding UKVI compliance DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Admissions staff\, Heads and Deputy Heads\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nUnderstanding Your Duties as a UKVI Student Sponsor: A Guide for Schools \nCompliance with UKVI sponsor licence duties is a whole-school responsibilityā€”one that extends well beyond the Child Student visa application process. Whether youā€™re new to international student sponsorship or looking to refresh your knowledge\, this session will provide the essential overview required to ensure your school remains compliant and inspection-ready. \nThis practical and informative session is designed to help key school staff understand the scope of their responsibilities\, the risks of non-compliance\, and how to implement effective systems that meet UKVI requirements. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat it means to be a UKVI licensed sponsor\nManaging your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) allocation and Basic Compliance Assessment (BCA)\nMonitoring\, reporting\, and record-keeping responsibilities\nPractical tips to prepare for a successful UKVI inspection\n\nLearning outcomes:Ā  \nBy the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand the key roles and responsibilities of being a UKVI sponsor\nGain confidence in their current knowledge or establish a strong foundation for further learning\nRecognise the compliance risks and the implications of failing to meet UKVI requirements\nLearn practical strategies to assess\, adapt\, and improve sponsor-related record-keeping and reporting systems\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nKate Hollyer\, Director of BSA Legal\nKate advises independent day and boarding schools on the immigration law governing their international student recruitment. She leads the legal function across Abitas Group\, heads its SRA-regulated practice BSA Legal\, and has practised in UK immigration law for over 15 years. \nHer work covers Student sponsor licence compliance at senior leadership and governance level\, and she acts for schools facing UKVI enforcement action. For schools sponsoring under-18s\, immigration compliance is safeguarding\, and much of her practice sits where sponsor duties and safeguarding frameworks meet. She has lived in boarding schools throughout her career. \nKate represents the school sector on the Home Officeā€™s Future Border and Immigration System (FBIS) Education Advisory Group and the UK Agent Quality Framework Steering Group\, and the boarding sector at the All-Party Parliamentary Group for International Students. She is a qualified solicitor and a member of ILPA. \nThis event is held in collaboration with: \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  \nOther titles in this series: \n\n\n\n1. Boarding box set ā€“ sector overview and market analysis\nNovember 02\, 2026\n\n\n2. Boarding box set ā€“ Safeguarding\nNovember 30\, 2026\n\n\n3. Boarding box set ā€“ Inclusion and belonging\nMarch 01\, 2027\n\n\n4. Boarding box set ā€“ understanding UKVI compliance\nMarch 05\, 2027\n\n\n5. Boarding Box Set: Building a Positive Staff Culture\nMarch 09\, 2027\n\n\n6. Boarding box set ā€“ Marketing considerations for boarding schools\nApril 21\, 2027\n\n\n7. Boarding box set ā€“ Preparing for a boarding inspection\nMay 24\, 2026\n\n\n8. Boarding box set ā€“ boarding house management\nJune 10\, 2027 URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-box-set-understanding-ukvi-compliance/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270308T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270308T123000 DTSTAMP:20260804T110219Z CREATED:20260420T155511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T110219Z UID:74566-1804501800-1804509000@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Using restorative justice practices in boarding DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Boarding and pastoral staff\, Deputy Heads\, Heads of Boarding\, all staff\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nSafeguarding practice with adults and children involves exceptional communication\, no more so than working with conflict and harm.Ā  This webinar introduces some key elements of restorative approaches\, restorative practice\, mediation and restorative justice.Ā  A great introduction to get you thinking about how restorative approaches may support those difficult conversations with and between children\, young people\, colleagues\, parents\, carers and partners. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat is Restorative Justice\nWhat is Restorative Practice\nKey Elements of Restorative Practice\nCaveats and Questions.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nHave an overview of Restorative Justice\nAppreciate how Restorative Practice and processes can benefit school communities\nIdentify some restorative enquiry tools and principles that support Restorative Practice in schools.\n\nBOOK NOW \nĀ  \nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/using-restorative-justice-practices-in-boarding-3/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T113000 DTSTAMP:20260909T120740Z CREATED:20260707T124201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T120740Z UID:77337-1804588200-1804591800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Innovation in action: Creative thinking for problem solving DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Head/Principal\, Deputy Head/Vice-Principal\, Bursar\, Head of Boarding\, Houseparents\, Boarding staff\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up\nāœ…Ā Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nInnovation isnā€™t just about having brilliant ideas; itā€™s about recognising opportunities\, solving problems creatively\, and developing practical solutions. This engaging webinar explores the principles of innovation and creative thinking\, drawing on examples from some of the worldā€™s most successful inventors and organisations. \nThrough practical innovation models\, real-life case studies and interactive discussion\, delegates will discover how to foster creative thinking\, overcome barriers to innovation\, and develop a structured approach to problem-solving within their own schools and organisations. \nTraining topics \n\nUnderstanding innovation and why it matters in todayā€™s educational landscape\nDeveloping a creative problem-solving mindset\nExploring proven innovation and design thinking frameworks\nLearning from real-world inventions and the challenges that inspired them\nApplying innovation techniques to everyday challenges in schools\nEncouraging a culture of creativity\, experimentation and continuous improvement\n\nLearning outcomes \nBy the end of this webinar\, delegates will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the key principles of innovation and creative thinking.\nApply structured approaches to solving problems creatively.\nIdentify opportunities for innovation within their own role or organisation.\nUse practical tools and techniques to generate\, test and develop new ideas.\nFeel more confident in encouraging innovation and continuous improvement within their teams.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \n \nRobin Fletcherā€ÆFTIOB\, CEO\, BSAā€ÆGroupā€ÆĀ  \nRobin Fletcher is CEO of BSA Group\, comprising BAISIS (British Association of Independent Schools with International Students)\, BSA (Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association)\, BSA Legal\, HIEDA (Health in Education Association) SACPA (Safeguarding and Child Protection Association) and TIOB (The Institute of Boarding). A former journalist\, editor and communications director\, Robin is a non-executive director of the manufacturersā€™ trade body Make UK\, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and an Honorary Fellow of Cardiff Metropolitan University. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/innovation-in-action-creative-thinking-for-problem-solving/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T130000 DTSTAMP:20260811T143107Z CREATED:20260420T155705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T143107Z UID:74568-1804593600-1804597200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding Box Set: Building a Positive Staff Culture 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\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass\n \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\nNovember 02\, 2026\n\n\n2. Boarding box set ā€“ Safeguarding\nNovember 30\, 2026\n\n\n3. Boarding box set ā€“ Inclusion and belonging\nMarch 01\, 2027\n\n\n4. Boarding box set ā€“ understanding UKVI compliance\nMarch 05\, 2027\n\n\n5. Boarding Box Set: Building a Positive Staff Culture\nMarch 09\, 2027\n\n\n6. Boarding box set ā€“ Marketing considerations for boarding schools\nApril 21\, 2027\n\n\n7. Boarding box set ā€“ Preparing for a boarding inspection\nMay 24\, 2026\n\n\n8. Boarding box set ā€“ boarding house management\nJune 10\, 2027\n\n\n\nĀ  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-box-set-wellbeing-and-staff-support-4/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270310T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270310T120000 DTSTAMP:20261006T091033Z CREATED:20260423T142813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T091033Z UID:74775-1804676400-1804680000@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\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \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: \n \nKate Hollyer\, Director of BSA Legal\nKate advises independent day and boarding schools on the immigration law governing their international student recruitment. She leads the legal function across Abitas Group\, heads its SRA-regulated practice BSA Legal\, and has practised in UK immigration law for over 15 years. \nHer work covers Student sponsor licence compliance at senior leadership and governance level\, and she acts for schools facing UKVI enforcement action. For schools sponsoring under-18s\, immigration compliance is safeguarding\, and much of her practice sits where sponsor duties and safeguarding frameworks meet. She has lived in boarding schools throughout her career. \nKate represents the school sector on the Home Officeā€™s Future Border and Immigration System (FBIS) Education Advisory Group and the UK Agent Quality Framework Steering Group\, and the boarding sector at the All-Party Parliamentary Group for International Students. She is a qualified solicitor and a member of ILPA. URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/safeguarding-duties-for-child-students-care-arrangements-absences-and-holidays/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270312T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270312T120000 DTSTAMP:20261104T094349Z CREATED:20260731T131353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T094349Z UID:78108-1804845600-1804852800@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Understanding and supporting students who self-harm 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\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \n\n\n\nCourse outline \nSelf-harm is a complex and sensitive issue\, and school nurses\, health centre and wellbeing staff are often among the first professionals to recognise signs of distress or have conversations with young people who may be struggling. \nUnderstanding self-harm requires us to look beyond the behaviour itself\, recognising that it can serve different purposes for different young people\, while remaining alert to the potential risks and safeguarding responsibilities involved. \nThis interactive training session\, led by Sara Goode\, is designed specifically for health and wellbeing professionals working in school and college settings. Through discussion\, practical examples and realistic scenarios\, participants will explore how to recognise and respond to self-harm with greater understanding\, confidence and professional clarity. \nThe session will consider the influence of language\, shame and assumptions on young peopleā€™s willingness to seek support\, alongside the importance of appropriate assessment\, safeguarding procedures\, professional boundaries and timely referral. \nParticipants will develop practical approaches to supportive conversations\, recognising the limits of their role and responding in ways that prioritise both emotional safety and physical wellbeing. \nTraining topics \n\nUnderstanding self-harm behaviours: Exploring possible functions\, contributing factors\, misconceptions and the relationship between self-harm and suicide risk.\nRecognising and broaching suspected self-harm: Identifying possible indicators\, opening sensitive conversations and responding appropriately to disclosures.\nLanguage\, shame and professional responses: Understanding how assumptions\, judgement and communication can influence trust\, disclosure and help-seeking.\nSafeguarding and professional responsibilities: Recognising immediate concerns\, understanding confidentiality and information-sharing\, documenting concerns\, and following appropriate escalation and referral pathways.\nSupporting young people beyond the initial conversation: Exploring collaborative\, evidence-informed coping approaches\, appropriate safety planning and ongoing support within professional boundaries.\n\nThis two-hour interactive online session will include opportunities for discussion\, reflection and practical application. The session will not be recorded to encourage open participation and support a confidential learning environment. \n\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event is joint with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/78108/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) ā€“ This seminar will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270312T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270312T160000 DTSTAMP:20260804T095202Z CREATED:20260410T095521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T095202Z UID:74255-1804860000-1804867200@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Serious pastoral incidents. A risk assessed approach DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding leads\, pastoral leads\, senior leaders\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \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 URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/serious-pastoral-incidents-a-risk-assessed-approach/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270315T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270315T153000 DTSTAMP:20261029T153642Z CREATED:20260804T094942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T153642Z UID:78191-1805106600-1805124600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Creating great boarding spaces DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Deputy heads\, heads of boarding\, boarding staff\, pastoral leads\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ… Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis interactive seminar will explore current trends and best practices in boarding house design\, offering valuable insights into how schools can enhance their residential provision in a practical and cost-effective way. Whether you are planning a full refurbishment or seeking small improvements\, this session will help position your boarding environment in line with sector expectations and pupil needs. \nLed by BSA Director David Walker\, the seminar will examine what makes a boarding house truly effective ā€“ from layout and decoration to furnishings and student experience. Drawing on real-world examples\, the session will provide inspiration from across the sector\, offering a chance to reflect on your current facilities and identify areas for improvement. \nKey topics: \n\nThe role of the physical environment in wellbeing\, recruitment\, and retention\nRoom-by-room review\, including entrances and welcome zones; corridors\, walls\, and noticeboards; social spaces and communal areas; bedrooms and bathrooms\nCreative\, budget-friendly suggestions for enhancing existing spaces\nCost-effective suppliers and reliable products suited to boarding schools.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nGreater awareness of sector-wide boarding facilities trends\, standards\, and expectations\nPractical ideas for upgrading boarding houses with minimal investment\nAn improved ability to assess your own schoolā€™s provision and identify key areas for development\nAccess to recommended suppliers for good value furnishings\, materials\, and equipment.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKarl Hearn\, Noble and EatonĀ  \nKarl Hearn works with independent schools to help translate educational ambition into practical\, future-ready learning and boarding environments. At Noble+Eaton\, he brings a strategic understanding of how space influences pupil experience\, staff culture\, wellbeing and retention. His work focuses on helping schools make thoughtful decisions about their estates\, from improving existing buildings to planning long-term development. Karl is particularly interested in how boarding environments can support safety\, belonging\, independence and community\, while also improving the conditions for the staff who shape daily pastoral life. He combines commercial awareness with a strong appreciation of school culture\, operational reality and strategy URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/creating-great-boarding-spaces-3/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270315T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270315T133000 DTSTAMP:20260814T082424Z CREATED:20260804T095353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T082424Z UID:74575-1805113800-1805117400@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Boarding school careers for veterans and service leavers DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø FOC\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \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. \nYour 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. There are also non-teaching opportunities that do not require degrees. \nJoin Mark Mortimer\, Director of Defence & Military Services\, Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association (BSA) to find out more. Mark is an ex-Infantry Officer and has served as Head at three leading boarding schools. \n\nFind out more about opportunities to work in residential education ā€“ no degree needed.\nAsk questions you may have about roles and responsibilities in boarding schools.\nHear Mark Mortimer\, ex-boarding school Headteacher and ex-Infantry Officer explain the synergies between service life and school life.\nUnderstand how you can enrol onto the BSAā€™s resettlement programme.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:Ā  URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-school-careers-for-veterans-and-service-leavers/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270316T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270316T110000 DTSTAMP:20260806T100408Z CREATED:20260408T104518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T100408Z UID:72491-1805191200-1805194800@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-2/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270317T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270317T123000 DTSTAMP:20261029T075834Z CREATED:20260811T121820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T075834Z UID:78578-1805279400-1805286600@www.boarding.org.uk SUMMARY:Supporting Pupils Through Bereavement and Loss: Creating a Compassionate Response DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£35\nšŸ“ Online\nāœ…Ā Included inĀ BSA CPD Pass \nCourse outline \nAt certain times we may be involved in breaking bad news or supporting someone who is newly bereaved. Delegates will learn skills to be able to empathise with and manage the ongoing wellbeing of the affected person. The session will teach delegates how to have sensitive conversations that may impact on how the affected person deals with their situation or loss. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe impact of bereavement on children and young people\nHow age and stage of development can affect understanding and grief\nCommunication skillsĀ  ā€“ holding compassionate conversations and delivering bad news\nBereavement theories\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nImprove awareness of the impact of loss and grief on children and young people of different ages\nImprove confidence in holding compassionate conversationsĀ when delivering bad news or supporting with bereavement\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event is joint with: URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/78578/ LOCATION:Online ā€“ Zoom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR