Diocese of Westminster

Secondary: Chaplaincy Day Conference | Thursday 16th January
2025-01-16 09:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London)
Chaplaincy Day Conference | Thursday 16th January
Course Aim: The aim of this day it to provide Chaplains with relevant and useful training, and practical ideas so they can excel in their roles and have an opportunity to support one another and network.
Course Content:

Relevant and useful training from experts that will support chaplains in ministering to their school community.
Practical suggestions to develop chaplaincy.
Opportunities to share good practice and network.
An opportunity to gather in prayer and fellowship.

Target Audience: Chaplains and Liturgy Coordinators
Location: The London Jesuit Centre, 114 Mount Street, London, W1K 3AH.

Governors - Introduction to Governorship (3 Sessions) 5th,10th, 12th March 2025
2025-03-05 17:00 - 19:00
Introduction to Governorship Training Course (3 Sessions)

Course Aim: The aim of this course to address the main issues that will be faced by a new (or nearly new) governor. This course takes place over three sessions.
Dates:

Session 1 – Wednesday 5th March
Session 2 – Monday 10th March
Session 3 – Wednesday 12th March

Course Content :

Governance in a Catholic context.
Understanding the language of governance.
Committees and school visits. Legal duties and responsibilities.
Strategic v Operational issues.

Target Audience: Newly appointed Governors.

Diocesan Headteachers Conference | Thursday 6th March to Friday 7th March, Oxford Thames
2025-03-06 09:00 - 2025-03-17 15:30
Headteachers Conference
Conference Aim: The aim of this conference is to explore major issues and challenges impacting upon the Catholic school and it’s distinctive nature. It also provides a much-needed opportunity for spiritual nourishment, reflection and prayer.
Conference Programme:

TARGET AUDIENCE: Primary and Secondary Headteachers.
Accommodation: Oxford Thames Hotel, Henley Road, Sandford-on-Thames, Oxford, OX4 4GX
(Registration will open at 9:00am on Thursday 6th March)

Primary: EYFS Twilight Sharing Forum | Wednesday 12th March
2025-03-12 15:45 - 17:00
EYFS Twilight Sharing Forum | Wednesday 12th March
Course Aim: The aim of this course is to provide EYFS teaches with an opportunity to share good practice, resources and planning for the RED branches.
Course Content:

Relevant and useful updates regarding resources for Nursery & EYFS.
Opportunity for advisors to address any concerns/questions regarding planning/RED.
Time to share good practice and network with practitioners.

Target Audience: EYFS Teachers, EYFS Leads and REC’s.

Secondary: Second in charge of RE Development Day | Thursday 13th March
2025-03-13 09:30 - 15:30
Second in Charge of RE Development Day | Thursday 13th March
Course Aim: The aim of this course is to provide RE teachers who are 2nd in charge of RE with relevant and useful training, and practical ideas so they can excel in their roles and have an opportunity to share good practice and network.
Course Content:

Relevant and useful training that will support 2nds in charge of RE as they help lead their school’s RE Department.
Practical suggestions to develop teaching and learning in RE.
Support to effectively implement the RE curriculum.
Opportunities to share good practice and network.

Target Audience: Secondary non-specialist RE teachers.
Venue: London Jesuit Centre, 114 Mount Street, London, W1K 3AH.

Secondary: Understanding the Theology - Year 8 Branch 5 of 6 | Tuesday 18th March
2025-03-18 15:45 - 17:00
Understanding the Theology – Year 8 Branch 5 of 6 | Tuesday 18th March
Course Aim: To ensure non-specialist RE teachers understand the theology in Year 8 Branch 5.

Course Content:

Engaging explanation of the theology in Year 8 Branch 5.
Opportunities to ask questions to develop understanding of the Catholic beliefs and practices in Year 8 Branch 5.
Practical suggestions for teaching Year 8 Branch 5.
Sharing of course resources for further future reference.

Target Audience: Secondary non-specialist RE teachers.

Delivery: Online Course

Governors: New Chair of Governors Training Course 18th and 20th March 2025
2025-03-18 17:00 - 19:00
New Chair of Governors Training Course 18th and 20th March 2025

Course Aim: The aim of this course over two sessions is to provide new Chairs of Governors (and others) in Catholic schools with the knowledge and expertise to manage this important role with confidence.

Course Content :

The key responsibilities of the Chair of Governors in a Catholic school.
Providing leadership & direction.

Target Audience: Newly appointed / Inexperienced Chairs, Vice-Chairs, Co-Chairs, Committee Chairs and those who aspire to become Chairs.

Governors: Admission Appeals Online Course | Tuesday 18th March
2025-03-18 18:00 - 19:30
Governors: Admission Appeals Online Course

Course Aim:
To provide Governing Bodies with information concerning the Admissions Appeals process.

Course Content:

Meeting the requirements of the School Admission Appeals Code including:
• The appeals process.
• Formation of an Appeals panel.
• The role of the clerk/chair of the Appeals panel.
• Communicating the decision.

Target Audience: Governors/Admissions Committee

Primary: Year 1 RED Branches 5 and 6 Online Course | Wednesday 19th March
2025-03-19 15:30 - 17:00
Primary: Year 1 RED Branches 5 and 6 Online Course | Wednesday 19th March
Getting to know the RED Year 1 – Theology (Branches 5 & 6)
Course Aim: The aim of this course is to ensure Y1 teachers understand the theology in Branches 3 & 4

Course Content:

Engaging explanation of the theology in branches 5 & 6
Opportunities to explore scripture and theological vocabulary
Opportunities to ask questions

Target Audience: Year 1 teachers and RECs.

Primary: Year 2 RED Branches 5 and 6 Online Course | Wednesday 19th March
2025-03-19 15:30 - 17:00
Primary: Year 2 RED Branches 5 and 6 Online Course | Wednesday 19th March
Getting to know the RED Year 2 – Theology (Branches 5 & 6)
Online Course
Course Aim: The aim of this course is to ensure Y1 teachers understand the theology in Branches 5 & 6

Course Content:

Engaging explanation of the theology in branches 5 & 6
Opportunities to explore scripture and theological vocabulary
Opportunities to ask questions

Target Audience: Year 1 teachers and RECs.

English Martyrs Catholic Primary School - Orders
2025-03-28 08:00 - 17:00
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Primary: Year 5 & 6 RED Branches 1 and 2 Planning Workshop | Monday 30th June
2025-06-30 09:30 - 15:00
Primary: Year 5 & 6 RED Branches 1 and 2 Planning Workshop | Monday 30th June

Course Aim: The aim of this course is to provide Y5 & Y6 teachers/RECs with opportunities to collaborate, develop activities and planning for Branches 1 & 2

Course Content:

Investigation of the content of Creation & Covenant and Prophecy & Promise branches (including sample resources).

Opportunity to work with the DOWES team and colleagues from other schools.

Exploration of teaching strategies and tasks matched to the Model Curriculum Ways of Knowing and Knowledge Lenses.

Opportunity to ask questions and share expertise.

Target Audience: Year 5 Teachers, Year 6 Teachers and REC’s.

Venue: Niland Conference Centre, Rosary Priory, 93 Elstree Road, Bushey Heath, Bushey, Herts. WD23 4EE

Secondary: Second in Charge of RE Update and Sharing Online Forum | Monday 30th June
2025-06-30 15:45 - 17:00
Secondary in Charge of RE Update and Sharing Online Forum | Monday 30th June

Course Aim: The aim of this course is to induct new chaplains regarding the national and Diocesan expectations for chaplaincy.

Course Content:

Engaging explanation about the national and diocese expectation for chaplaincy.
Shared expertise from an establish and outstanding chaplain.
Practical ideas about how to plan and effectively organise chaplaincy in the context of a secondary school.
Opportunity for formation and fellowship.

Target Audience: New Chaplains and Liturgy Coordinators.

Primary: Year 3 & 4 RED Branches 1 and 2 Planning Workshop | Wednesday 9th July
2025-07-09 09:30 - 15:00
Year 3 & 4 RED Branches 1 and 2 Planning Workshop | Wednesday 9th July

Course Aim: The aim of this course is to provide Y3 & Y4 teachers/RECs with opportunities to collaborate, develop activities and planning for Branches 1 & 2.
Course Content:

Investigation of the content of Creation & Covenant and Prophecy & Promise branches (including sample resources).

Opportunity to work with the DOWES team and colleagues from other schools.

Exploration of teaching strategies and tasks matched to the Model Curriculum Ways of Knowing and Knowledge Lenses.

Opportunity to ask questions and share expertise.

Target Audience: Year 3 Teachers, Year 4 Teachers and REC’s.
Venue:
Niland Conference Centre
Rosary Priory
93 Elstree Road
Bushey Heath, Bushey, Herts. WD23 4EE

Primary: Year 3 & 4 RED Branches 1 and 2 Planning Workshop | Thursday 10th July
2025-07-10 09:30 - 15:00
Year 3 & 4 RED Branches 1 and 2 Planning Workshop | Thursday 10th July

Course Aim: The aim of this course is to provide Y3 & Y4 teachers/RECs with opportunities to collaborate, develop activities and planning for Branches 1 & 2.

Course Content:

Investigation of the content of Creation & Covenant and Prophecy & Promise branches (including sample resources).

Opportunity to work with the DOWES team and colleagues from other schools.

Exploration of teaching strategies and tasks matched to the Model Curriculum Ways of Knowing and Knowledge Lenses.

Opportunity to ask questions and share expertise.

Target Audience: Year 3 Teachers, Year 4 Teachers and REC’s.
Venue: London Jesuit Centre, 114 Mount Street, London.
