LearningShared

The Power of Community | CLPD | Sharing brilliant ideas & great practice that supports the needs of vulnerable learners in our society including those with SEND

[Evidence for Learning @EfL_Insights]

📢 Announcing our latest keynote contributor

We are delighted to welcome Janet Collins, Head of the Specialist Provision Unit within the SEND and AP Directorate at the Department for Education (DfE) to the EfL LearningShared National Conference 2026.

Janet will lead a keynote session titled: “SEND Reform: Putting Children and Young People First”

This session will provide valuable insight into the direction of SEND reform and what these developments may mean for specialist providers and the wider system. It offers a timely opportunity to hear directly from the SEND and AP Directorate and to reflect on how policy can be translated into meaningful provision and practice.

Roundtable Discussions
In keeping with the collaborative nature of EfL LearningShared events, Janet will also facilitate two roundtable discussions, creating space for colleagues to share perspectives and contribute to the ongoing conversation:

Roundtable 1: Delivering for the Long-Term
What infrastructure is needed to enable the sector to provide robust, specialist packages for pupils requiring long-term support?

Roundtable 2: Bridging the Gap
What do we need in place to empower specialist organisations to deliver effective outreach support to mainstream settings?
Who should attend?

This session will be particularly relevant for specialist providers, school and trust leaders, and SEND practitioners who are shaping inclusive provision across their settings.

📅 Friday 8th May 2026
📍 Friends House, London

We would be delighted to welcome you to join the conversation and contribute to this important dialogue.

👉 Reserve your place: https://t.co/FYirLcwuQO

#EfL #EvidenceforLearning #EfLLearningShared #Inclusion #SENDReform #EducationLeadership #SpecialistProvision #AlternativeProvision #SENDConference2026

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Thank you to everyone who joined our online event on the Schools White Paper and SEND Reforms on Tuesday 10th March 2026.
If you weren’t able to join us, you can watch the recording here:
👉 https://t.co/Dwo1FTXvQw
#SEND #EducationLeadership #Inclusion #EducationPolicy #schools

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Schools White Paper and SEND Reform Consultation:
We’re sharing an initial perspective from James Waller, EfL Advisory Board member, Head of Sunningdale School, and Chair of EQUALS from the formal launch of the White Paper on the 23rd.
https://t.co/0zHk4akKZl
#schoolswhitepaper

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

🎙️ Discussing, Reflecting & Responding to the Schools White Paper (FREE ONLINE EVENT): March 10th (3:45pm – 5pm)
This virtual event provides a space to reflect on the paper, key reforms / policy change and what they might mean for schools and leaders.
👉 https://t.co/4JEOrGrUit

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Preparing for life beyond the classroom: learning that supports aspiration at Hawthorns School
This blog explores how clarity around curriculum, context and partnership with families helps children with SEND build skills and confidence for the future.
https://t.co/OmZ07AUWVR

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

At St Giles School in Retford ambition isn’t measured on spreadsheets and paperwork alone. It’s shaped by clear pathways, personal learning goals and strong partnerships with families.
Discover how St Giles School does it
👉https://t.co/MJ5BaWuwdp
#EfL #SEND #InclusionMatters

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

👉Join our FREE “Leading SEND & Inclusion in Mainstream” Conference in Bristol. Hear from regional experts exploring key themes and sharing best practices on delivering an effective SEND provision in mainstream settings.
https://t.co/3ZKcj36DFA
#SEND #Inclusion #SENDinMainstream

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

As the term comes to an end and the winter festive break is in sight, we'd like to share a fantastic opportunity for networking & professional development that you might want to put in your calendar for the new year.
https://t.co/3ZKcj36DFA
#EfL #SEND #Inclusion #SENDinMainstream

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

FREE Leading SEND & Inclusion in Mainstream Conference, 30th January 2026, bringing together national leaders on inclusion at a time of huge change across SEND, Ofsted and the curriculum review.
Book your free place: https://t.co/NiXXajP50B
#EfLLearningShared #SEND #Inclusion

[Tes SEND Show @SENDShowUK]

We are proud to welcome @_learningshared to TesSENDshow 2024!

To learn about Evidence for Learning visit 👉 https://t.co/EiHPRSTC0s

Register for #TesSENDshow 👉 https://t.co/78L3Cqe2Ud

[Bridget Phillipson @bphillipsonMP]

Talking SEND reform with school leaders from the specialist sector.

We've inherited a 'lose, lose, lose' system in the Tories' own words but I'm determined to grip the issue.

We've taken crucial first steps but there's still a long way to go to restore parents’ trust.

[National Network of Specialist Provision @NNSP21]

Such a treat to visit @SunningdaleNE last Friday. A joyous school full of aspiration and opportunity. Huge thanks to @be_more_awesome and team for the tour and being so generous with your time #Specialist #BeMore

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Pleasure to have you with us @RhianWarnerSEND - look forward to working with you and the brilliant @EducationEACT team to support great outcomes for young people with additional needs 👍🏻

[Rhian Warner @RhianWarnerSEND]

What a great day of learning and connecting 🤩
Starting at the @EfL_Insights South West conference @VenturersAc. Learning from the incredible Diane Rochford, @acrawford82, @PatelVijita to name a few
Then off to the @BristolCouncil Inclusion in Education group. #SEND

[James Waller @be_more_awesome]

The most recent @SunningdaleNE News Video is available to watch here: https://t.co/UuW5Ged2b1
#send #sld #pmld #special #specialschool @SENhub_

[Janine @Janine_Ashi]

Great to be part of such an important work stream on meaningful preparation for adulthood … until everyone has a voice, the rest of us need to be twice as loud! @_learningshared @SMSAteaching @ThriveApproach @WebbofRoses

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Amazing PfA discussions tonight @EfL_Insights @_learningshared - huge thanks to @Janine_Ashi @sc_employme & all who contributed #PowerOfCommunity

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Over 50 colleagues from across the country signed up for our PfA virtual event this Thursday @EfL_Insights #BeyondTheSchoolGates #PowerOfComunity

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Join @be_more_awesome at our @_learningshared conferences in the Spring #collaboration #connectivity #LearningShared https://t.co/VPYAfhmnp6

[LearningShared @_learningshared]

Our regional conference @SwissCottageSch last Thurs…over 100 leaders of SEND from specialist & mainstream settings #collaboration #connectivity #LearningShared