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UID:72410-1793700000-1793703600@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Developing a culture of belonging
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Inclusion leads\, pastoral leads\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis webinar explores how to build a strong culture of belonging within your boarding community and wider school. You’ll learn the theory and importance of belonging\, as well as practical strategies to foster a true sense of community identity for both students and staff – going beyond diversity to embed belonging deeply in your school’s ethos. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand why belonging matters\nGain practical tools to nurture a welcoming\, inclusive school community.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/developing-a-culture-of-belonging/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T104545Z
CREATED:20260619T084423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T104545Z
UID:76761-1793800800-1793808000@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Supporting boys to thrive
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £135\n🎧 Leaders\, DSLs\, EDI leads\, boarding staff\, staff with interest in inclusion\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\n\n\nCourse outline: \nThis interactive webinar\, Supporting boys to thrive\, is designed to help school staff explore healthy models of masculinity and promote emotional literacy among boys. The session will unpack common barriers that boys face in expressing emotions and challenge stereotypes that can restrict their wellbeing and development. Through a mix of practical strategies\, reflective discussion\, and case examples\, delegates will learn how to create supportive environments where boys feel safe to express themselves\, build resilience\, and thrive both academically and socially. \nLearning Outcomes \n\nIdentify how societal and cultural expectations of masculinity can influence boys’ behaviour\, relationships\, and learning.\nDevelop strategies to encourage emotional expression and literacy in boys\, fostering positive communication and resilience.\nApply practical approaches within school settings to support boys in building healthy self-identities and thriving both inside and outside the classroom.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nFederico Monk-Porcel (Beard) Director of Strategy & Partnerships\, Voicebox Theatre CIC \nVoicebox’s mission is to help all young men and boys to become healthy\, connected & responsible young men. Fredi oversees the smooth running of Voicebox\, and is the company’s Director of Partnerships & Strategy. He has completed an MSc in Creative Arts and Mental Health from Queen Mary\, University of London. Fredi has extensive experience of facilitating conversations on masculinity and masculine pressures\, with a breadth of different audiences including adolescents\, primary age children & professionals. Fredi’s particular interests lie in male mental health and facilitating spaces where men and boys can proactively increase each other’s wellbeing and bond with each other. \n\n  \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: 
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/supporting-boys-to-thrive-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260804T092336Z
CREATED:20260619T100811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T092336Z
UID:76796-1793874600-1793881800@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Outduction - preparing students for life after school
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 Deputies\, pastoral leads\, boarding staff\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nAs educators and pastoral staff\, we invest significant time and care in inducting students into our schools. Yet when it comes time for them to leave\, are we providing the same level of structured support to prepare them? \nThis seminar is designed to help boarding and academic staff understand the unique challenges and concerns faced by senior students as they prepare to leave the familiar environment of school and enter the next stage of their lives. By exploring these transitional needs\, participants will begin to develop a practical\, tailored ‘outduction’ programme – ensuring that students are equipped with the emotional resilience\, life skills\, and awareness necessary to thrive beyond the school gates. \nThrough interactive sessions\, group discussions\, and the application of key psychological frameworks\, the day will empower schools to create meaningful\, student-centred strategies that support the long-term wellbeing and success of leavers. \nKey topics: \n\nUnderstanding post-school needs: exploring the real-life challenges students may face\, including time management\, relationships\, finances\, and independence\nThe six human needs model: understanding student behaviours through a psychological lens and identifying how schools can provide stability during transition\nCreating an ‘outduction’ programme: collaborative group work to begin designing a bespoke plan tailored to your school’s context and student cohort\nSharing and refining ideas: a final session to consolidate and exchange ideas across groups\, producing actionable plans to take away.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDeeper insight into the emotional and practical needs of senior students leaving school\nGreater understanding of the soft skills required to support student independence and wellbeing\nA draft\, school-specific ‘outduction’ programme ready for further development and implementation.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:  \nMark Robinson\, BSA Senior Consultant \nMark has a Product Design Degree from Brunel University and a PGCE. His first post in independent education was as Assistant Master at Christ’s Hospital in Horsham where he held several positions including Assistant Housemaster to a junior boy’s boarding house. After five years he moved on to Ardingly College in West Sussex as a Head of Department and Housemaster to a joint day and boarding house. Mark has been an inspector on boarding inspections\, an Assistant Housemaster to a girls’ boarding house and fully involved in teaching up to ‘A‘ Level. \nIn 2002 Mark gave up teaching to set up Mentor Education Services Ltd\, a business offering education-related consultancy services to the independent sector\, initially training\, interview coaching and professional development but also marketing and pre-inspection to schools both in the independent and maintained sector. \nMark was appointed as Assistant Director of Training for the Boarding Schools’ Association in 2010\, where he continued offering training and consultancy to independent and state schools both in the UK and around the world. In 2017 he was appointed as Deputy Head Pastoral at Collège du Léman in Switzerland\, a large international boarding and day school. After gaining some further\, valuable international experience\, Mark returned to the UK to continue his training and consultancy in the Independent and state school sectors.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/outduction-preparing-students-for-life-after-school/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261109T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261109T180000
DTSTAMP:20261008T103438Z
CREATED:20260922T124010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T103438Z
UID:79848-1794243600-1794247200@www.boarding.org.uk
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260820T085331Z
CREATED:20260407T140842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T085331Z
UID:72431-1794303000-1794310200@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Making a success of dogs in boarding
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £135\n🎧 Pastoral leads\, all boarding staff\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nDogs have long played a role in boarding house life\, and recent research continues to highlight the positive impact animals can have on children’s wellbeing. While the benefits are well-documented—particularly in supporting mental health—there are also practical and safeguarding considerations that must be addressed. Media portrayals can sometimes amplify concerns\, making it all the more important to approach the topic with clarity and balance. \nThis seminar explores current research on the role of dogs in school and boarding settings\, examines common risks and challenges\, and shares practical ideas and real-life examples for integrating dogs safely and effectively into boarding environments. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe latest research on the mental health and wellbeing benefits of dogs in boarding schools\nUnderstanding the risks\, including health\, safety\, and liability concerns\nPractical strategies for introducing and managing dogs in a boarding setting\nReal-world case studies highlighting successful approaches and lessons learned\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the key benefits of having dogs in boarding environments\, particularly in relation to student wellbeing\nIdentify and assess potential risks\, and understand how to mitigate them responsibly\nExplore and implement effective strategies for integrating dogs into boarding house life\nDraw insights from case studies to inform their own approach\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:  \nKimberly Tuckwell \nKimberly is Head of House at Lairthwaite Boarding House at Keswick School. Having lived and worked across Canada\, Germany\, and the UK\, she brings a rich global perspective\, focusing on pastoral wellbeing and creating a true home environment. Now settled in the Lake District\, Kimberly actively integrates animal-assisted support into boarding alongside her wonderful Therapy Dog\, Freyja\, two rescue cats\, and a small flock of free-range hens. A former IB English teacher\, her love for literature and Lake District adventures with Freyja is balanced by a keen enthusiasm for Formula 1 racing.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/making-a-success-of-dogs-in-boarding-3/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTSTAMP:20260804T092759Z
CREATED:20260421T093144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T092759Z
UID:74611-1794441600-1794527999@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:BSA Advanced Certificate Asia – Pastoral Care
DESCRIPTION:The 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 12\, 2026\nStudy Day 2: December 8\, 2026\nStudy Day 3: March 03\, 2027\nStudy Day 4: May 10\, 2027\n\nAll 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\nIntroduction to the Course – Issues & Concerns\nWhat Does Good Pastoral Care Look Like?\nThe Module Assignment\nRelational Approaches for Supporting Children and Young People\nMeeting the Needs of Boarders\nIssues Facing Pupils 1\n*Guest Speaker\, Karl Hopwood* Emerging Risks:  E-safety Risks and how to best engage with them\nDeveloping a Culture of Wellbeing\nEmerging Risks\nMental and Emotional Health\nPutting it all into Practice 1: An Unfolding Exercise\nPutting it all into Practice 2: Supporting Vulnerable Pupils\nLooking After Yourself\nSubmitting the Module Assignment/Course Reflection/Next Steps.\n\nHow is the course assessed? \nPATHWAY A Portfolio Assignment Task \nThis pathway is assessed by completion of a Portfolio of evidence (equivalent to around 3500 words)\, the contents of which are directly related to the course and which will demonstrate your learning and thinking.  It will include evidence of reading\, understanding\, reflection and evaluation of your own work-place practice\, through means of individual responses to a series of structured tasks. \nPATHWAY B Reflective Essay Assignment Task \nThe assessment for this pathway will require you to compile a reflective essay of 3\,500 words.  You must not write more than 4\,000 words or fewer than 3\,000. This will be practice-based\, giving evidence of reading\, and reflection and evaluation of the course themes through an analysis of your day-to-day work.  It may be appropriate to comment on more than one welfare issue at the same time.  For example\, commentary on the resolution of bullying or difficult behaviour is likely to draw as well on listening and communication skills\, and support systems within the boarding house.  It is also feasible to comment on issues\, such as homesickness\, which may not have been specifically addressed in the course sessions\, but have been an area of relevance to your house/school. \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 12\, 2026; December 8\, 2026; March 03\, 2027; May 10\, 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-pastoral-care-3/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accredited Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260811T111157Z
CREATED:20260407T141731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T111157Z
UID:72444-1794479400-1794497400@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Building a Whole-School Culture of Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 Deputy heads\, pastoral leads\, school nurses\, inclusion leads\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThe health and happiness of both staff and pupils are essential to achieving sustainable\, high performance as individuals and as a community. This seminar offers delegates the opportunity to reflect on their school’s current approach to wellbeing and explore practical strategies for embedding a culture that supports mental\, emotional\, and physical health. \nSince the COVID-19 pandemic\, awareness of work–life balance\, mental health\, and the emotional demands of boarding life has grown significantly. Boarding schools\, while rich in opportunity and community\, present unique challenges that can affect both students and staff. Recognising the interdependence of staff and pupil wellbeing\, this session highlights the importance of understanding pressures and placing wellbeing at the centre of school culture and strategic planning. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand how to define\, prioritise\, and embed a culture of wellbeing across all areas of school life\nPractical tools for creating an environment where healthy high performance can flourish\nAwareness of the mutual impact of staff and pupil wellbeing\, and how to support both through proactive culture and strategy\nFrameworks for sustainable self-care and effective role modelling in the boarding context.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\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/creating-a-culture-of-wellbeing/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20260804T092908Z
CREATED:20260421T093912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T092908Z
UID:74615-1794528000-1794614399@www.boarding.org.uk
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:20261113T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T092945Z
CREATED:20260423T112158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T092945Z
UID:74741-1794565800-1794583800@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:What do you meme? Keeping up with children and young people online
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 Safeguarding leads\, pastoral leads\, deputy heads\, boarding staff\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nIn today’s digital age\, boarding staff and education professionals need to stay connected with students’ online lives. Unsure how to keep up with fast-changing internet trends and digital culture? This webinar is here to help! \nJoin us for an up-to-the-minute session where you’ll explore how children and young people use digital spaces daily\, as well as the emerging language\, behaviours and social expecations they are navigating. You’ll gain practical strategies to connect authentically with students by understanding their online world\, boosting your confidence to support their digital wellbeing and safety. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nInsightful understanding of children and young people’s online worlds\nDeeper awareness of how digital trends impact their lives\nGreater confidence engaging with young people around digital wellbeing and safety.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKarl Hopwood\, Online safety expert \nKarl is an independent online safety expert. He is a member of UKCIS (UK Council for Internet Safety) and sits on the UKCIS evidence group\, education working group and the early warning group as well as on the advisory board for the UK Safer Internet Centre. He also sits on the Roblox trust and safety board where he represents the Insafe network. He was part of an expert steering group with TikTok looking at harmful and dangerous online challenges and regularly contributes to content for Internet Matters\, recently delivering their online safety training for those working with children in care commissioned by Ofcom. \nKarl has worked for a number of key players in the UK and abroad including CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre)\, BECTA (British Educational and Communications Technology Agency)\, the European Commission\, the UN and several Local Authorities within the UK and in Europe. \nAs an ex primary headteacher\, he continues to work closely in schools across Europe with children\, young people\, parents\, teachers and governors to develop safer online behaviours and the promotion of digital literacy. Karl has been employed for the last 19 years as an in-house consultant for INSAFE which is the coordinating node of the EU Better Internet for Kids programme where he is responsible for the coordination of safer internet helplines and awareness centres across Europe. Karl was the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Marie Collins Foundation for 7 years\, a charity which supports young people who have been sexually abused and exploited online and is now Chair of the board of trustees of Childnet international and Chair of the executive committee of SACPA (Safeguarding and Child Protection Association). Karl has also worked with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and chaired the working group to re-write their Child Online Protection Guidance. \n 
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/what-do-you-meme-keeping-up-with-children-and-young-people-online-3/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T160000
DTSTAMP:20261013T150456Z
CREATED:20260407T142458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T150456Z
UID:72452-1794924000-1794931200@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:ADHD - systems and strategies to support pupils in boarding schools
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £135\n🎧 SLT\, Inclusion Leads\, Heads of Boarding\, Teaching and Boarding staff\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass\n \n\nCourse outline: \nThis presentation will demystify the term ADHD and co-existing conditions in terms of learning\, behaviour and socialisation issues. Focusing on traits and not labels we will provide delegates with an understanding of the developmental differences of ADHD to support children in terms of living and learning.  \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe neuroscience of ADHD \nDevelopmental differences of ADHD \nIntroduction to the SF3R approach – structure\, flexibility\, rapport\, relationships and resilience. \n\nLearning outcomes: \nAll attendees will develop a much greater understanding and awareness of how children with ADHD relate to the world around them in learning and social settings. Systems and strategies outlined will inform\, confirm and “spark” innovative ways of supporting children and young persons with ADHD within boarding schools.  \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers:  \nFintan O’Regan\, ADHD\, Neurodiversity and Behaviour Consultant \nFin is one of the leading Behaviour and Learning specialists in the UK. He is currently an ADHD\, Neurodiversity and Behaviour Consultant for number of schools and organisations and an associate lecturer for Leicester University\, the National Association of Special Needs\, The Helen Arkell Charity\, the Institute of Education and is on the advisory board at University of Michigan USA. \nHe is the former Vice Chairman of UKAP and the European ADHD Alliance and the chairperson of the European ADHD Taskforce. He is a currently a school governor\, a member of the Special Education Consortium\, the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee\, a full council member of the Council of Registered Schools for the Teaching of Dyslexia (CReSTeD) and The Child and Development Centre London. \nHe has presented over 3000 seminars throughout the UK\, Europe\, the Middle East\, the Far East\, Australia\, New Zealand and North America and has published over 10 books on ADHD and Neurodivergence.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/adhd-systems-and-strategies-to-support-pupils-in-boarding-schools/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T153000
DTSTAMP:20261013T102548Z
CREATED:20260407T142057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T102548Z
UID:72448-1795084200-1795102200@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Creating great boarding spaces
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 Deputy heads\, heads of boarding\, boarding staff\, pastoral leads\n📍 Online\n✅ 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 – 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 school’s provision and identify key areas for development\nAccess to recommended suppliers for good value furnishings\, materials\, and equipment.\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/creating-great-boarding-spaces-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261120T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260813T111224Z
CREATED:20260409T155705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T111224Z
UID:74212-1795170600-1795188600@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Boarding essentials
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175\n🎧 Anyone new to boarding\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse Outline: \nThe level of professionalism expected in boarding supervision has significantly increased in recent years\, driven by stronger regulatory frameworks and rising parental expectations. This seminar is designed to support staff who are new to boarding by complementing their school-based induction and providing essential context around the key responsibilities and expectations of the role. \nBy equipping new boarding staff with a solid understanding of the principles\, legal context\, and practicalities of boarding care\, schools can quickly establish confident\, capable teams who enjoy their duties and provide high-quality support to the young people in their care. \nThe session will explore the Duty of Care framework\, safeguarding\, roles and boundaries\, and how to meet the everyday needs of boarders. Delegates are encouraged to familiarise themselves in advance with their school’s boarding handbook and relevant boarding-related materials from their school’s website. \nTraining Topics: \n\nSafeguarding and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding:\nAn overview of legal and inspection requirements\, with a focus on current safeguarding expectations in boarding practice.\nMeeting the Needs of Boarders:\nPractical case studies to explore common scenarios in boarding life and how to manage them effectively and empathetically.\nUnderstanding Your Role in Boarding:\nDiscussion around the expectations of the school\, the boarding house\, parents—and your own expectations as a member of the pastoral team.\nWorking Safely and Looking After Yourself:\nTips and guidance on maintaining your wellbeing\, working safely\, and finding fulfilment in your boarding role.\n\nLearning Outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the key principles and expectations of working in a boarding environment\nFeel more confident in supporting the wellbeing and development of boarders\nRecognise the legal context\, including safeguarding responsibilities and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding\nReflect on their role within the wider pastoral team and identify strategies for maintaining personal wellbeing and resilience\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \n\n 
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-essentials-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T093750Z
CREATED:20260521T131414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T093750Z
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:20261125T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T153000
DTSTAMP:20261005T101043Z
CREATED:20260408T111513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T101043Z
UID:72513-1795602600-1795620600@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Supporting international boarders in UK boarding schools
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £175 🎧 Boarding staff\, pastoral leads\, inclusion leads📍 Online✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\n\n\nCourse Outline: \nThis seminar explores effective integration of international students\, including the reality and challenges of being an international student in the UK\, culture shock and differences\, and the importance of well-structured induction strategies. Mental health\, alternative medicines\, the role of SEN\, and the importance of links with academic and marketing staff will also be considered. \nDelegates will leave better able to understand the needs of international boarders and a set of tools to help their international boarders. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nHeightened awareness of the daily challenges faced by international students in the UK\nBest practices for induction\, integration\, and ongoing support\nEnhanced confidence in supporting international students and meeting their specific needs.\n\n\n\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nLauren Moors \nLauren brings 15 years of educational expertise across diverse independent school settings. Her distinguished career has encompassed senior leadership roles including Deputy Head Academic\, Housemistress\, and Director of Sport\, alongside teaching Business and Economics at prestigious international schools and top-performing institutions in Surrey and London. \nHaving recently transitioned from the classroom\, Lauren now dedicates her practice to empowering individuals as a health and longevity coach. Her approach centers on three fundamental pillars: the individual\, the community\, and the environment. Through this framework\, she cultivates strong\, secure\, and thriving spaces that enable people to develop productive and effective cultures for themselves and those around them.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ \n\nGareth Evans\, Senior Vice Principal (Pastoral) and DSL \nGareth joined DLD College London in August 2016 as Director of Studies before being promoted to Assistant Principal (Upper School) and latterly Senior Vice Principal (Pastoral). He joined us from Strode’s College where he was Head of the Creative Arts Faculty since 2009. \nAside from his role as Assistant Principal\, Gareth currently teaches Film. He has also taught Media A Level and Film Studies GCSE. Gareth is an examiner and moderator for EDUQAS. Beyond these academic commitments\, Gareth is involved in several CCA’s at DLD College including Community Projects\, Run Club and the Film Society. \nIn his free time Gareth is an avid ‘very’ amateur surfer and enjoys spending time on the beach. Gareth is a keen member of the community where he lives and was elected as District Councillor for Loxwood Ward (Chichester) in May 2019 and again in May 2023. He is also an award-winning community volunteer and was awarded a Community Builder Award by the Mayor of Newham which recognised his contribution to the local community he once lived in and continues to support. He has been involved in setting up a history society\, running an oral history project in collaboration with ‘Discovering Stratford Village’\, organising inter-generational disco parties\, running children’s events at the local library and has been a co-presenter of East End Mystery Show on East London Radio. \nGareth recently completed his MEd in Senior Leadership and Management at Buckingham University but also holds a PGCE from Oxford Brooks\, a MA in Human Resource Management from London Metropolitan University and a BA Hons (2:1) in Media and Communication Studies.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/supporting-international-boarders-in-uk-boarding-schools/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T150000
DTSTAMP:20261014T125740Z
CREATED:20260408T105659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T125740Z
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\nLearning outcomes:\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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T103000
DTSTAMP:20260825T072402Z
CREATED:20260408T110101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T072402Z
UID:72501-1795771800-1795775400@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Supporting boarders with homesickness
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 All boarding staff\, senior leaders\, pastoral staff\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nHomesickness is a genuine and sometimes underestimated challenge for many boarders. When overlooked\, it can hinder a young person’s ability to settle\, succeed\, and flourish both in the boarding house and the wider school community. For staff working closely with boarders – particularly during the early weeks of term or following returns from extended leave – having the tools and confidence to support those struggling with homesickness is vital. \nThis practical and reflective webinar will help staff understand the emotional dynamics of homesickness\, how it manifests\, and its potential impact. Participants will explore effective\, compassionate strategies and resources to support boarders\, alongside guidance on how to create an emotionally nurturing boarding environment. Emphasis will be placed on proactive identification\, personalised care planning\, and fostering resilience among boarders. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop a deeper understanding of homesickness and its effects on boarders\nGain practical tools to support boarders through the adjustment process\nLearn how to design and apply effective\, individualised care strategies\nContribute to a positive\, supportive boarding culture that prioritises wellbeing.”\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nAlly Onions\,  Head of Safeguarding and Mental Health at St George’s School Windsor Castle \nAlly Onions is currently the Head of Safeguarding and Mental Health at St George’s School Windsor Castle. With her husband Jonny\, they run the boarding house\, which includes looking after the choristers who sing in St George’s Chapel. Ally has worked in boarding education for over 20 years. She has completed an MA in Boarding Education\, looking at resilience and prep boarders. Ally is a trained Mental Health First Aider and Instructor Member.
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/supporting-boarders-with-homesickness/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T094030Z
CREATED:20260521T131428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T094030Z
UID:75838-1795773600-1795793400@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Certificate in Boarding Practice – Pastoral Care - 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\nIntroduction to the Course – Issues & Concerns\nWhat Does Good Pastoral Care Look Like?\nThe Module Assignment\nRelational Approaches for Supporting Children and Young People\nMeeting the Needs of Boarders\nIssues Facing Pupils\nEmerging Risks:  E-safety Risks and how to best engage with them\nDeveloping a Culture of Wellbeing\nEmerging Risks\nMental and Emotional Health\nPutting it all into Practice 1: An Unfolding Exercise\nPutting it all into Practice 2: Supporting Vulnerable Pupils\nLooking After Yourself\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 the November Module are: \n\nStudy Day 1\, November 27\, 2026\nStudy Day 2\, March 05\, 2027\nStudy Day 3\, April 29\, 2027\nStudy Day 4\, June 07\, 2027\n\nAll study days will be online via Zoom. \nTO BEGIN YOUR QUALIFICATION IN NOVEMBER\, CLICK HERE \nCancellations\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. \nAll amendments and cancellations to bookings must be made in writing to BSA@Boarding.org.uk \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-pastoral-care-november-module/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accredited Training,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T143133Z
CREATED:20260409T163018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T143133Z
UID:74224-1796036400-1796040000@www.boarding.org.uk
SUMMARY:Boarding Box Set - safeguarding essentials
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Safeguarding leads\, deputy heads\, pastoral leads\, boarding staff\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \n\nCourse outline: \nThis session is part of the BSA Boarding Box Set\, a comprehensive six-part series covering essential boarding topics. Ideal for those stepping into senior boarding roles or wanting to deepen their understanding of the sector. \nThe series is £650\, with recordings available for any sessions you are not able to attend live. Sessions can also be booked individually if preferred. \nThis session in the series will focus on understanding and evaluating safeguarding culture within schools. It will explore how to develop positive safeguarding practices\, identify key indicators of success\, and address challenges when culture needs improvement. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the critical role of safeguarding culture in promoting pupil welfare\nLearn how to build\, maintain\, and model effective safeguarding behaviours\nGain confidence in recognising signs of an unhealthy culture and knowing how to respond\nBe equipped to assess safeguarding culture against key benchmarks and indicators.”\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \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. \n\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
URL:https://www.boarding.org.uk/event/boarding-box-set-safeguarding-essentials/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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