History Conference
Date: 4 June 2024 from 9.00am to 4.15pm
Venue: Durham Leadership Centre, Spennymoor, DL16 6YP
Following the success of last year’s event, Education Durham are pleased to be delivering another History Conference on Tuesday 4 June 2024, hosted by Glenn Carter.
The theme this year will be ‘Support in primary history’ and the keynote speaker will be Tristan Hughes from History Hit who will be speaking about ‘The Roman Empire in the North: evidence of it’s existence’.
There is a range of speakers including Helen Crawford who will speak about developing history in EYFS; Sue Temple will be giving practical examples of how to support SEND in history and Glenn Carter will be showing how you can link local history into KS1 and KS2.
There will also be subject knowledge sessions on ‘school life’ in KS1, the Earliest Civilisations and the Ancient Greeks, and Gener8 will be providing an immersive, interactive experience, showcasing their sensory rooms that can be used to support the entire school curriculum.
Full day and half day booking options are available.
Early Bird Price: book a place for the full day by 28 March 2024 and secure your place for £125
For further details and to book a place please email EDEvents@durham.gov.uk
Primary Computing Curriculum STEAM Showcase
Date: 19 June 2024 from 12.30pm to 5.00pm
Venue: Durham Leadership Centre, Spennymoor, DL16 6YP
Education Durham’s annual computing showcase event is back with a STEAM theme! A series of workshops and a marketplace will bring together a variety of expertise showcasing useful technologies and pedagogy to promote best practice in the delivery of primary computing and STEAM subjects.
Workshop themes for 2024 include:
- Using augmented reality within STEAM subjects
- Science and physical computing
- Delivering art using digital devices
- 3D printing/robotics
- Delivering maths using digital devices
- Digital schoolhouse computing activities
- Career related learning through a STEM enriched curriculum
For further details and to book a place please email CPD@durham.gov.uk
Physical Education, School Sport and Physical Activity (PESSPA) Conference
Date: 20 June 2024 from 9.00am to 4.30pm
Venue: Durham Leadership Centre, Spennymoor, DL16 6YP
Placing PESSPA at the heart of school life! Join Education Durham for an exciting event that brings together inspirational keynote speakers with networking.
This one-day conference will celebrate and highlight the power of PESSPA to support whole child development. Be part of unmissable learning, network with colleagues and exhibitors and explore a range of pedagogical approaches.
The conference will include:
- Three keynote speakers: Amanda Coulson, Sue Wilkinson (MBE) and Dr Oliver Hooper
- A choice of workshops
- Opportunities to network with colleagues and exhibitors
- Lunch and refreshments
Tickets cost £150 per person.
Book a place for the full day by 30 April 2024 and secure your place for the early bird price of £130.
For further details and to book a place please email EDEvents@durham.gov.uk
Head Teacher Conference: Leading schools that thrive
Date: 21 June 2024 from 8.45am to 3.45pm
Venue: Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel, Allensford, Co Durham, DH9 9BB
Education Durham are pleased to be delivering a conference for Head Teachers with keynotes from:
- Professor Rob Coe – Director of Research and Development at Evidence-based Education
- Kat Howard – Executive Director of School Improvement, CORE Education Trust
- Debra Kidd – Author and Leader of Learning and Teaching at the British School of Brussels
- David Weston – Co-CEO of the Teacher Development Trust
Themes include:
- setting strategic priorities to unleash great teaching
- fostering a culture of positive behaviour
- a curriculum of hope
- building a profession to last
There will also be a range of workshops covering topics including teacher retention, social and emotional learning, implementation and change, and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Tickets cost £160.
Lunch and refreshments included.
For further details and to book a place please email EDEvents@durham.gov.uk