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SUMMARY:Boarding Box Set - sector overview and market analysis
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Pastoral staff\, boarding staff\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nBSA’s Boarding Box Set series is designed for boarding staff and school leaders giving them a broad overview series 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 ‘headlines’. \nThis set will be £650 for a member series place. Webinars can also be booked individually. \nThis webinar will address the sector and current state of the boarding market. A global perspective of boarding\, including the popularity of the UK market and its competitors\, customer interest\, different types of boarding and how these intersect\, will be shared alongside statistics showing current market analysis against historic data. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nBoarding in 2026 and beyond\nThe global boarding market\nDifferent types of boarding and current customer interest\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nA greater understanding of the context for boarding\nDetail around the UK boarding market and the global market\, and how your school sits within this picture.\n\nBOOK NOW \nOther titles in this series: \n\n\n\n1. Boarding box set – sector overview and market analysis\nNovember 02\, 2026\n\n\n2. Boarding box set – Safeguarding\nNovember 30\, 2026\n\n\n3. Boarding box set – Inclusion and belonging\nMarch 01\, 2027\n\n\n4. Boarding box set – 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 – Marketing considerations for boarding schools\nApril 21\, 2027\n\n\n7. Boarding box set – Preparing for a boarding inspection\nMay 24\, 2026\n\n\n8. Boarding box set – boarding house management\nJune 10\, 2027\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\nRobin Fletcher\, CEO\, BSA \nRobin was a journalist\, editor and communications director before joining BSA in 2014. Robin is a member of the Department for Education’s Systems Partnership Oversight Board. Outside BSA\, he is an elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts\, an Honorary Fellow of Cardiff Metropolitan University\, a Governor of Rugby School\, President of the Rugbeian Society and a non-executive director of the national trade body Make UK.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-box-set-sector-overview-and-market-analysis/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Northern forum
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge\n🎧 Heads\, deputy heads\, boarding staff\n📍Online \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether you’re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \nSpeakers: \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Group’s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/northern-forum-3/
CATEGORIES:Forum,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261109T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261109T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T161646Z
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SUMMARY:Wales forum
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge\n🎧 Heads\, deputy heads\, boarding staff\n📍 Online \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether you’re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Group’s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/wales-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forum,In-person
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CREATED:20260922T124010Z
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SUMMARY:Boarding Governors Box Set - The latest patterns on mental health and pastoral care
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Governors\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar will explore how governors can provide effective oversight of pastoral care within schools. It will address the key areas of responsibility including boarding and day houses\, health centres\, and counselling provision. The session will offer a clear overview of common pastoral systems and guide governors on how to engage meaningfully with school leaders to gain effective oversight and support pupil wellbeing. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop a clear understanding of the key pastoral challenges in schools\nGain insight into how pastoral systems typically operate\nLearn how to ask informed questions and request relevant reports from school leadership\nStrengthen your ability to monitor and support the quality of health and wellbeing provision.\n\nBOOK NOW \nSpeaker: \n \nGaelle Sullivan\, Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA \nGaelle is Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA and joined the BSA in January 2023. She is an experienced senior leader and has worked in a range of state and independent schools. She is a qualified SENCO and holds a Masters Degree in Inclusive Education. Prior to joining the BSA\, Gaelle was Deputy Head Pastoral\, DSL and Head of Boarding at an all-girls independent school in the South-East.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-governors-box-set-the-latest-patterns-on-mental-health-and-pastoral-care/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T170000
DTSTAMP:20261021T070210Z
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SUMMARY:Prep Boarding Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:🎧 Prep boarding staff\, senior leaders\, marketing and admissions\n📍 Dragon School\, Oxford \n\nBSA Prep Boarding Conference 2026 is a one-day professional development event for educators and leaders in prep school boarding. The conference covers best practices in providing outstanding academic and pastoral care\, managing pupil transitions\, and key operational areas such as admissions\, compliance\, and staff retention. Expert-led sessions and a collaborative round table discussion will provide practical strategies and insights\, with a special focus on the crucial topic of pupil wellbeing and sleep optimisation. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nDeveloping outstanding academic and pastoral provision\, with a focus on supporting a smooth transition to senior boarding.\nCreating a strategic roadmap for marketing\, admissions\, compliance\, and staff retention in prep boarding schools.\nApplying strategies to improve pupil wellbeing through optimised sleep environments and routines.\n\nLearning Outcomes \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nIdentify and apply best practices for delivering outstanding academic\, pastoral\, and boarding provision in a prep school setting.\nImplement strategies that effectively support pupils in their transition from prep to senior boarding.\nDevelop a strategic roadmap for marketing\, admissions\, and compliance that drives enrolment growth and meets inspection standards.\nRecruit and retain high-quality staff and pupils by addressing key challenges in the boarding sector.\nApply practical techniques to promote healthier sleep and improve the overall wellbeing of boarding pupils.\n\nPlaces are limited. Early booking is recommended. \nBOOK NOW \n\nConference Programme\n09:30 – 10:00            Registration & refreshments \nNetworking and arrival. \n\n10:00 – 11.00             Why Prep Boarding Matters\n \nSetting out the opportunity for prep and junior boarding and asking: what do we want children to say about having boarded with us? \nWhat makes a truly exceptional boarding experience for younger pupils\, and how can schools create an environment where every child feels valued\, supported and connected? \nThis session explores the unique opportunities and responsibilities of prep and junior boarding\, focusing on the importance of belonging\, positive relationships\, independence and personal development. Delegates will consider how everyday interactions\, meaningful experiences and a strong boarding community can shape children’s confidence\, happiness and lasting memories. \nThrough reflection on what we want children to say about their boarding experience\, the session will encourage participants to identify practical ways to create a nurturing\, engaging and enriching environment in which young boarders can thrive. \nSpeaker: Emma Goldsmith\, Head\, The Dragon School\, Oxford \n\n11:00 – 12:00             UKVI compliance: inspection ready in Prep Boarding \n\nStaying informed about UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements is essential for prep schools sponsoring international boarding pupils. With regulatory expectations and compliance responsibilities continuing to evolve\, prep schools must ensure their procedures\, records and safeguarding arrangements remain robust and up to date. \nThis session will provide an overview of the latest UKVI rules\, regulatory developments and inspection expectations relevant to prep boarding schools. Delegates will explore key compliance responsibilities\, common areas of concern and practical approaches to maintaining effective systems and demonstrating compliance. \nThe session will also offer an opportunity to raise questions and discuss specific challenges with BSA Legal Partner and Immigration Solicitor\, Kate Hollyer\, helping schools strengthen their understanding and approach inspections with greater confidence. \n\nSpeaker: Kate Hollyer\, Director\, BSA Legal \n\n12:00 – 13:00            Lunch\, networking and boarding tour   \n\nAn opportunity to connect with fellow prep boarding professionals\, exchange experiences and discuss the opportunities and challenges facing prep boarding schools. \nDelegates will have time to build professional relationships\, share ideas and reflect on the morning’s discussions in an informal setting. An optional tour of the host school’s boarding facilities will provide an opportunity to explore the boarding environment and gain insights into approaches to creating welcoming\, supportive spaces for younger pupils. \n\n\n13:00 – 13:45           People make the place: Building Prep Boarding teams with energy and staying power \n\nThe success of any prep boarding community depends on the people who support\, guide and care for its pupils. Recruiting\, developing and retaining committed prep boarding staff is therefore essential to delivering a consistent\, positive experience for young boarders. \nThis session will explore practical approaches to building resilient\, motivated and effective prep boarding teams. Topics will include recruitment and induction\, managing workloads and rotas\, providing effective supervision\, supporting professional development and recognising staff contributions. \nDelegates will consider how strong leadership\, supportive working practices and a positive team culture can improve staff wellbeing\, strengthen retention and enable prep boarding professionals to find fulfilment and enjoyment in their roles. \n\n Speakers: \n\nLiz Hutchings\, Registrar\, Head of Boarding\, Junior King’s School\, Canterbury\nMarcus Faulkner\, Joint Head of Boarding\, The Dragon School\, Oxford\nAugusta Faulkner\, Joint Head of Boarding\, The Dragon School\, Oxford\n\n\n13:45 – 14:30           BSA Prep Boarding Forum meeting and round-table discussion \n\nThis interactive forum provides a valuable opportunity for prep boarding professionals to come together\, share experiences and explore the key issues shaping the sector. \nThrough open discussion and collaborative exchange\, delegates will be encouraged to reflect on emerging challenges\, celebrate successful approaches and consider opportunities for improvement within their own prep boarding communities. \nThe session offers a supportive environment for professional networking\, peer learning and practical problem-solving\, enabling participants to gain fresh perspectives and take away ideas that can inform their work. \n\n\n14:30 – 15:00             Refreshments and networking \n\nA chance to continue conversations\, exchange ideas and connect with colleagues from across the prep boarding sector before the final session of the day. \n\n\n15:00 – 16:00           Safe\, seen and heard: Safeguarding in the reality of Prep Boarding  \n\nEffective safeguarding goes beyond policies\, procedures and inspection readiness. In a prep boarding environment\, where staff play a central role in children’s daily lives\, safeguarding must be embedded in everyday interactions\, decision-making and the wider culture of care. \nThis session will explore what safeguarding looks like in practice within a busy prep boarding house\, highlighting the importance of creating an environment where every pupil feels safe\, listened to and supported. \nDelegates will consider how staff awareness\, professional boundaries\, effective communication and a proactive safeguarding culture contribute to pupil wellbeing and protection. The session will encourage boarding professionals to reflect on their existing practices and identify ways to strengthen safeguarding as an integral part of daily boarding life. \n\nSpeaker: Dale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance\, BSA \n\n16:00                           Conference ends \n\nSpeakers\n\n \nEmma Goldsmith\, Head\, The Dragon School\, Oxford \nEmma Goldsmith has been Head of Dragon School\, Oxford\, since September 2021\, becoming the first female Head in the school’s history. Previously Head of Winchester House School\, where she won Tatler’s Best Head of a Prep School award in 2019\, Emma brings extensive experience in teaching\, boarding and educational leadership. Her career includes teaching at Oakham and Rugby Schools and serving as Deputy Head and Housemistress at Bloxham School\, where she established its first girls’ boarding house. Emma is actively involved in the wider independent education sector\, including work with IAPS and school governance\, and is a passionate advocate for exceptional prep education and boarding. \n\n \nKate Hollyer\, Director\, BSA Legal \nKate Hollyer is Legal Director of Abitas Group and Director of BSA Legal Services Ltd. A qualified solicitor with over ten years’ experience advising on UK immigration law\, Kate provides specialist legal guidance to BSA members on immigration\, safeguarding and regulatory compliance matters. Before joining BSA in 2022\, she was a Partner and Head of Department at a leading full-service UK law firm. Kate also brings valuable first-hand knowledge of boarding life\, having lived in state\, preparatory and senior school boarding houses with her Housemaster husband since 2014. Her combination of legal expertise and practical boarding experience provides a valuable perspective on the challenges facing schools. \n\n \nLiz Hutchings\, Registrar\, Head of Boarding\, Junior King’s School\, Canterbury \nLiz Hutchings is Registrar and Head of Boarding at Junior King’s School\, Canterbury\, bringing extensive experience in boarding education and pastoral leadership. A graduate of the University of Reading\, where she specialised in English\, Liz has worked in boarding throughout her teaching career. Her previous roles include Assistant Houseparent at Port Regis\, Head of Year 4 and Housemistress at Junior King’s. She was appointed Head of Boarding in 2018 and has also served in senior pastoral and safeguarding roles. Liz is a passionate advocate for the opportunities provided by boarding and believes that strong pastoral care and a nurturing environment are central to children’s development and success. \n\n \nMarcus Faulkner\, Joint Head of Boarding\, The Dragon School\, Oxford \nMarcus Faulkner is Assistant Head Boarding and Joint Head of Boarding at Dragon School\, Oxford\, where he works alongside Augusta Faulkner to support the school’s vibrant boarding community. His role focuses on providing a nurturing\, welcoming and engaging environment in which young boarders can develop confidence\, independence and lasting friendships. Marcus works closely with boarding houseparents and colleagues to promote a family-style approach to boarding\, ensuring children feel supported and valued throughout their time at school. He is particularly committed to the positive experiences and relationships that help children flourish\, and to creating a boarding culture that combines exceptional pastoral care with opportunities for adventure\, personal growth and enjoyment. \n\n \nAugusta Faulkner\, Joint Head of Boarding\, The Dragon School\, Oxford \nAugusta Faulkner is Joint Head of Boarding at Dragon School\, Oxford\, working alongside her husband\, Marcus\, to create a supportive and enriching boarding experience. A Durham University graduate\, Augusta began her teaching career at the Dragon before spending six years teaching English and Maths and coaching rugby at Caldicott School. She subsequently returned to the Dragon\, managing Charlbury House and later School House\, before taking on her current boarding leadership responsibilities. Augusta has also led the school’s PSHEE department and has a particular interest in mental health and wellbeing. She is passionate about creating a positive boarding environment where children feel happy\, supported and confident. \n\n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance\, BSA \nDale Wilkins is Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance at the Boarding Schools’ Association\, where he leads on safeguarding\, inspection and boarding standards. Joining BSA in 2017\, Dale brought 31 years of experience as a boarding practitioner\, including senior positions at Norwich School\, Tettenhall College and Old Swinford Hospital\, where he served as Housemaster\, Deputy Head and Designated Safeguarding Lead. He has extensive experience in safeguarding training\, regulatory compliance and inspection frameworks\, working closely with ISI\, Ofsted and the Department for Education. Dale also developed the BSA Self-Assessment Toolkit and plays a leading role in supporting boarding schools to maintain high standards of safeguarding and care.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/prep-boarding-conference-2/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T103000
DTSTAMP:20260903T092936Z
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SUMMARY:South East forum
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge\n🎧 Heads\, deputy heads\, boarding staff\n📍 Online \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether you’re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Group’s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/south-east-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forum,In-person
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
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SUMMARY:BSA Advanced Certificate ASIA - Boarding Management
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe BSA Advanced Certificate Course is organised around a combination of intensive study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in different ways short lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. Group discussion is a particularly important aspect of this module\, enabling you to look at the theory in the light of your own practical experience. You will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, take responsibility for your own learning and\, by sharing\, to contribute to the learning of the group as a whole. \nThe dates for this module are: \n\nStudy Day 1: November 13\, 2026\nStudy Day 2: December 4\, 2026\nStudy Day 3: March 15\, 2027\nStudy Day 4: May 25\, 2027\n\n.All study days will take place via Zoom. \nRegional timings: \n\n\n\n\nThailand\nChina\nMalaysia\nJapan\nKorea\nGMT\n\n\nWelcome\n1500\n1600\n1600\n1700\n1700\n0800\n\n\nClose\n2015\n2115\n2115\n2215\n2215\n1315\n\n\n\nClick here to reserve your place \nThese Study Day sessions will be tutored by a variety of specialist contributors as well as experienced boarding staff. Many sessions will benefit from joint contributions and discussion between non-teaching and teaching staff participants. Students are also expected to read in and around the key topics and to carry out research. \nThe course will cover the following sessions: \n\nCreating a Safe Culture in Boarding: Proactive Safeguarding\nThe Boarding Management Role – Course Introduction\nEvaluating your boarding provision\nThe Inspector Calls\nManaging and Developing Pupil Induction\nLeadership and Management Tasks in the Boarding House\nThe Boarding Team – Leadership Talk\nDeveloping the Boarding Team – Competency\, Consistency & Communication\nFollowership in Middle Leadership\nPartnership with Parents\nRisk assessment and Managing Crises\nOutduction\nThe Pupil’s Voice\nSubmitting the Module Assignment/Course Reflection/Next Steps\n\nHow is the course assessed? \nThe Boarding Management Assignment Task \nThe assessment task for the Boarding Management module requires you to submit an extended piece of written work of 3500 words\, with no more than 4\,000 and no fewer than 3\,000 based on a short research project which you have carried out in your school using appropriate methodology.  The focus of this study will be an area of the management of boarding.  You will need to reflect on the themes studied in the course\, draw links between theory and practice and give evidence of background reading and research. \nThe task reflects the process of critical reflection on which the course is based\, and provides an opportunity to: \n\ninvestigate a particular aspect of your own boarding situation which you would like to improve.\nidentify the precise nature of the issue and investigate it as objectively as possible.\ndevise and recommend change and improvement.\n\nThere are two different pathways for this assignment\, an essay or an action research report.  You can choose whichever best suits you \nWhat are the course objectives? \n\nTo raise awareness of key issues of importance to boarding\nTo increase confidence and competence (especially for those with little boarding experience)\nTo bring boarding staff up to date with recent changes and developments\nTo provide opportunities to share experience and good practice with colleagues\nTo encourage reflection and critical evaluation of boarding practice and professional issues\nTo provide opportunities to study and develop expertise in specific areas of interest\nTo contribute towards school improvement and raising standards of pastoral care and welfare\nTo enhance a professional career path in boarding; to provide a certificate in recognition of successful completion of the courses.\n\nAbout BSA Accredited Training \nThe BSA’s Programme of Professional Development and Training is the most comprehensive CPD package offered to staff in boarding schools\, and includes a series of professional practice Certificate courses specifically designed to meet the practical needs of boarding staff and provide an internationally recognised qualification in Boarding Education. \nClick here to reserve your place \nDates:  November 13\, 2026; December 4\, 2026; March 15\, 2027;  June 1\, 2027. \nIf you would like to learn more about this course\, please contact Liz McDonald\, Head of Accredited.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-advanced-certificate-asia-boarding-management/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accredited Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261116T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261116T153000
DTSTAMP:20261013T102533Z
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SUMMARY:Strategising for boarding success
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 Heads\, deputy heads\, heads of boarding\, senior leads\, governors\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar is designed for those responsible for shaping strategy within their organisation or teams. It unpacks the essential strategic planning toolkit\, explaining how and why these tools work. Through real-world case studies from diverse sectors\, it explores practical approaches to strategic planning – and why it matters. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nClearer understanding of how to create a strategy for your organisation\nInsight into a broad range of strategic tools and methodologies\nPractical lessons from other sectors applied to schools and education.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nRobin Fletcher\, CEO\, BSA \nRobin was a journalist\, editor and communications director before joining BSA in 2014. Robin is a member of the Department for Education’s Systems Partnership Oversight Board. Outside BSA\, he is an elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts\, an Honorary Fellow of Cardiff Metropolitan University\, a Governor of Rugby School\, President of the Rugbeian Society and a non-executive director of the national trade body Make UK.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/strategising-for-boarding-success-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T093149Z
CREATED:20260325T115843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T093149Z
UID:71919-1794909600-1794929400@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:BSA Autumn Diploma in Boarding Practice - Leadership
DESCRIPTION:We offer a self-funding route for all courses.  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at  liz.mcdonald@bsagroup.org.uk \n\n  \nDiploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership  \n‘As a Head of Boarding\, I enrolled on the course with the aim of furthering my knowledge and experience in residential life; the course did not disappoint. The study days provided a great opportunity to meet fellow boarding colleagues and discuss areas of best practice and engage in discussions on contemporary topics. The assignments were varied and included assessed presentations and written work. Each assignment had a clear success criteria and a BSA tutor was on hand to provided support and guidance if required.   \nIf you are a practitioner with a number of years of experience and looking to further your qualifications and knowledge base in boarding\, I can highly recommend this course.’ \n– A Diploma level course for senior boarding staff \nThis is a taught course with three study days and three assignments \nThis module is comprised of three tutor-led study days featuring guest speakers\, interactive morning and afternoon sessions. Breakout groups allow for discussion and time with the course tutors. \nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \nTO BEGIN YOUR QUALIFICATION IN AUTUMN  CLICK HERE \nBSA Autumn Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \n\nDay 1: November 17th\, 2026\nDay 2: March 9th\, 2027\nDay 3: May 19th\, 2027\n\nNumbers on Diploma courses will be limited. Please apply early. \nOur preferred platform for online training is Zoom. \nTimings for each study day:  10:00-15:30 GMT/BST \nAudience:\nThis course is aimed at senior boarding staff.  Candidates may have previously completed the BSA  Advanced Certificate Course and/or being suitably experienced to benefit from this leadership course. \nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice (Leadership) \nThe BSA Diploma course is designed as a strategic course for senior and experienced school staff looking to gain knowledge of key leadership and management skills required to lead the boarding in their school. \nCourse Outline \n• Strategic aspects of boarding\, including the Statutory Framework \n• Leading the team – how to get the best out of the Boarding Team \n• Managing quality – evaluation and preparing for inspection \n• Managing conflict – a key facet of the senior staff role \n• Staff development  – appraisal and performance management \n• Facing the media – Guest Speaker Steve Dyson\, Dyson Media Ltd \n• Marketing – A whole team approach \nHow is the course organised? \nThe course is organised around a combination of three intensive study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in different ways\, which include short lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. Group discussion is a particularly important aspect of this course\, enabling delegates to look at the theory in light of their own practical experience. Students will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, taking responsibility for their own learning\, whilst contributing to the learning of the group as a whole. The course is run by senior members of the BSA staff and will feature a serving Head of a boarding school and each delegate will have an experienced BSA Tutor who attends the study days. \nCourse Assessment \nAll delegates undertake a SWOT analysis of the boarding provision in their school in which they evaluate\, in detail\, different aspects and contribute towards the development of the provision. From this they undertake three assignments. The first highlights an area for development and they follow this with a 4-minute presentation delivered to the BSA staff and tutors\, as well as other delegates. The final assignment brings together all the work in a 3\,000- 4\,000 word active research project. \nApplications:\nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \nTO BEGIN YOUR QUALIFICATION IN AUTUMN CLICK HERE \nBSA Autumn Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \n\n\n\nDay 1: November 17th  2026\nDay 2: March 9th \, 2027\nDay 3: May 19th\, 2027\n\n\n\nNumbers on Diploma courses will be limited. Please apply early. \nNB: Please be aware that it is crucial to remain on your assigned course path and tutor group to gain the very best out of your training. Of course\, we understand some things are unavoidable however we cannot guarantee alternative placement days\, and this may incur an admin charge
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/bsa-autumn-diploma-in-boarding-practice-leadership/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Accredited Training,Online
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UID:76866-1795084200-1795102200@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Leading a nursing team
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 This seminar is suitable for Nurses with additional management responsibilities of a wider nursing/healthcare team within a wider school or education group\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in 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 – 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 – practical ways to increase visibility and align with the school’s needs\nAppraisals and inductions – best practices for onboarding and supporting staff development\nThe role of supervision – why it matters in a school health setting and how to implement it effectively\nProfessional guidance and standards of care – 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\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Hieda CPD and events\, please click here. \nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n\nSpeaker: \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.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/leading-a-nursing-team/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T153000
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UID:75837-1795600800-1795620600@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Certificate in Boarding Practice – Boarding Management - November Module
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe offer a self-funding route for all courses.  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at  liz.mcdonald@bsagroup.org.uk \n\nThe BSA’s Programme of Professional Development and Training is the most comprehensive CPD package offered to staff in boarding schools\, and includes a series of professional practice Certificate courses specifically designed to meet the practical needs of boarding staff and provide an internationally recognised qualification in Boarding Education. \nThis is a two-year modular course aimed specifically at staff working in and around boarding. Over the last 20 years approx. 3000 House Tutors\, Matrons\, Support Staff\, School Nurses\, Assistants\, House Parents and HsMs have completed this Award. \n\nPart 1: BSA Certificate in Boarding Practice – Pastoral Care\n\nand one of these: \n\nPart 2: BSA Advanced Certificate in Boarding Practice – Boarding Management\nPart 2: BSA Advanced Certificate in Boarding Practice for School Nurses\nPart 2: BSA Certificate in Boarding Practice – Pupil Support and Welfare\nPart 2: BSA Advanced Certificate in Boarding Practice – International Students\n\nWhat does this course cover? \nThis course is taken by both graduate teaching and non-graduate house staff\, including matrons\, assistant house staff and house parents\, with responsibility for the care and welfare of boarding pupils. The course sessions will broadly cover the following areas: \n\nCreating a Safe Culture in Boarding: Proactive Safeguarding\nThe Boarding Management Role – Course Introduction\nEvaluating your boarding provision\nThe Inspector Calls\nManaging and Developing Pupil Induction\nLeadership and Management Tasks in the Boarding House\nThe Boarding Team – Leadership Talk\nDeveloping the Boarding Team – Competency\, Consistency & Communication\nFollowership in Middle Leadership\nPartnership with Parents\nRisk assessment and Managing Crises\nOutduction\nThe Pupil’s Voice\nSubmitting the Module Assignment/Course Reflection/Next Steps.\n\nHow will this course help me to develop personally and professionally? \n● Be able to evaluate and have a clear appreciation of the personal and professional needs and skills involved in your boarding role; \n● Develop greater knowledge and understanding of the issues covered in the syllabus; \n● Develop\, through support and guidance\, the range of personal strategies you use to resolve relevant welfare concerns for your pupils; \n● Develop your ability to reflect critically on your work and evaluate the need for change or action; \n● Develop your study and planning skills and your ability to analyse reading and reference material; \n● Be able to communicate and defend your views and opinions orally and in writing; \nIn addition\, at graduate level\, successful completion of the course will enable you to: \n● Develop a clear vision of the school’s management strategies for providing good pastoral care; \n● Develop your study and time management skills and your ability to analyse reading and a wide range of reference sources; \nHow is the course organised? \nThe course is organised around a combination of intensive study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in different ways; short lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. Group discussion is a particularly important aspect of this module\, enabling you to look at the theory in the light of your own practical experience. You will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, take responsibility for your own learning and\, by sharing\, to contribute to the learning of the group as a whole. \nThere are some 12 courses running at any one time; four of the Pastoral Care and four Boarding Management and two of BSA Advanced Certificate in Boarding Practice for School Nurses and BSA Certificate in Boarding Practice – School Support & Welfare\, BSA Advanced Certificate in Boarding Practice – International Students. \nStudy day dates for this November Module are: \n\nStudy Day 1\, November 25\, 2026\nStudy Day 2\, January 15\, 2027\nStudy Day 3\, March 10 2027\nStudy Day 4\, May 21\, 2027\n\nTO BEGIN YOUR NOVEMBER QUALIFICATION\, CLICK HERE \nAll study days will be online via Zoom. \nIf cancelling four weeks before Day 1 of the course\, a refund will be given. Cancellation after this period and before Day 1\, a cancellation fee will be charged. \nNB: Please be aware that it is crucial to remain on your assigned course path and tutor group to gain the very best out of your training. Of course\, we understand some things are unavoidable however we cannot guarantee alternative placement days\, and this may incur an admin charge.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/certificate-in-boarding-practice-boarding-management-november-module/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accredited Training,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T150000
DTSTAMP:20261022T093018Z
CREATED:20260408T105659Z
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UID:72497-1795615200-1795618800@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:How to set up effective professional supervision for boarding\, pastoral and safeguarding staff
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis session explores how schools can establish effective professional and peer supervision for boarding\, pastoral and safeguarding staff. It covers supervision’s origins and evidence base\, relevant models\, and its contribution to reflective practice\, emotional resilience\, staff development and safeguarding.\nThrough practical examples and reflective dialogue\, participants will consider roles\, boundaries\, confidentiality and psychological safety. The session will explore how peer reflection brings fresh perspectives on risk\, strengthens ethical practice and supports culturally aware teams\, drawing on school and international examples. Practical tools will help participants embed supervision and overcome common challenges. \n  \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine professional and peer supervision and distinguish them from line management and mentoring.\nExplain supervision’s benefits for wellbeing\, professional development\, pastoral care and safeguarding.\nRecognise the roles\, skills\, responsibilities and boundaries of supervisors and supervisees.\nUse reflective tools to explore risks\, ethical dilemmas and different cultural perspectives.\nIdentify practical steps to establish a psychologically safe\, supportive and accountable supervision culture.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n  \n  \n  \nSpeaker: 
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/how-to-set-up-effective-professional-supervision-for-boarding-and-pastoral-staff/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T095700Z
UID:72499-1795705200-1795708800@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Midlands forum
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge\n🎧 Heads\, deputies\, senior leaders\, heads of boarding\n📍 Online \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether you’re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Group’s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/midlands-forum-3/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T112108Z
UID:72503-1795777200-1795780800@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:London forum
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge\n🎧 Heads\, deputy heads\, boarding staff\n📍 Online \n\nForum outline: \nBSA regional forums are FREE for all staff at BSA member schools\, and are a valuable opportunity to come together once a term to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and discuss current issues affecting boarding. \nDesigned to foster regional collaboration\, these forums offer a supportive and informal space for staff to raise questions\, explore best practice\, and benefit from peer insight. Whether you’re a Head of Boarding\, Houseparent\, Matron\, or part of the wider pastoral team\, the sessions are an excellent way to stay informed\, connected\, and inspired. \nWhile many of our forums are held online for accessibility\, some meetings take place in person to offer more opportunities for networking and relationship-building. \nWhy attend? \n\nStay up to date with developments in the sector\nDiscuss local challenges and share region-specific insights\nContribute to a community of practice focused on continuous improvement\nAsk questions\, seek advice\, and offer support to peers\nHear updates from BSA and guest contributors.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Group’s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/london-forum-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forum
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