Secondary: New Senior Leaders in Charge of Catholic Life and Mission Induction Online Course Course Aim: The aim of this course is to induct new senior teachers regarding the national and Diocesan expectations for Catholic Life and Mission Course Content:  1. Engaging explanation about the national and diocese expectation for Catholic Life and Mission in […]

Governors – New Chair of Governors Online Training Course (2 Sessions) Session 1 – Tuesday 8th October  Session 2 – Thursday 10th October  Course Aim: The AIM of this course 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: A […]

Primary: Current Challenges and Possible Solutions Online Session 3 Course Aim: Session 3, Designing leadership models for long term exceptional outcomes Course Content: Are exceptional outcomes for pupils possible in small schools? Subject leadership Partnerships and how they can help Ambitious, inspirational and strategic governance in small schools. What does it look like? Target Audience: Executive […]

Admissions Training Online Course  Wednesday 9th October  Course Aim: The aim of this course is to enable governors/schools/academies to act confidently in the context of the School Admissions Code and Diocesan Guidance on admissions and for governors to understand the new annual timescales for consultation and determination of admission policies. Course Content: An update on […]

Prayer and Liturgy Day Conference Conference Aim:The aim of this course is to provide schools with relevant and useful training in regards to Prayer and Liturgy and give participants the opportunity to share good practice and network. Conference Content: 1. Using DOWES’ vision, principles and lenses to support with the implementation of the new Prayer […]

Aspiring Leaders CPD Programme  Setting and articulating the Vision | In Person 1.00pm to 4.00pm Setting a vision, shaping a school culture, leading a worshipping community, chaplaincy and Catholic Life. Date: 15th October 2025 Location: Diocese of Westminster, Vaughan house, 46 Francis street, London, SW1P 1QN. Developing people, Culture, Teams and Motivation | Online Courses […]

Secondary: Understanding the Theology – Year 8 Branch 2 Online Course Session Aim: To ensure non-specialist RE teachers understand the theology in Year 8 Branch 2 Session Content:  1. Engaging explanation of the theology in Year 8 Branch 2 2. Opportunities to ask questions to develop understanding of the Catholic beliefs and practices in Year 8 […]

Governors: CES Policies and Procedures Online Course Course Aim: To familiarise governors with the CES Policies and Procedures around employment. Course Content:  To examine policies for Grievances, Sickness absence, Capability and Disciplinary To examine the procedures and practical arrangements for these To examine scenarios where these might be used Target Audience: All Governors 

Primary: EYFS RED Twilight Sharing Online Session Course Aim:The aim of this course is to continue to support EYFS teachers and provide collaborative sharing opportunites for the RED. Course Content: To explore new resources & ideas. To review planning & pupils’ work. To provide the opportunity to share questions and answers. Target Audience: EYFS and RECs

Governors – Introduction to Governorship (3 Sessions) 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. Content: Governance in a Catholic context. Understanding the language of governance. Committees and school visits. Legal duties and responsibilities. […]