EAL Centre of Expertise Professional Learning Offer 2026/27
Explore our programme of online training, consultancy and professional development designed to support schools in developing effective provision for multilingual learners and pupils who use English as an Additional Language (EAL).
Consultancy and Bespoke Support
EAL Whole School Evaluation Tool
Bespoke assessment, review and consultancy support available on request. We can help schools evaluate current provision and identify appropriate next steps for development.
Upcoming Training and Professional Development
Adaptive Teaching for Primary EAL Learners
16 November 2026 • 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Practical approaches to adapting classroom teaching so that primary pupils using EAL can participate successfully in learning.
EAL Coordinators: Leading EAL in Your School
Part 1: 20 November 2026 • 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Part 2: 2 December 2026 • 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Part 2: 2 December 2026 • 1:00pm – 3:30pm
A two-part programme designed for colleagues leading and developing EAL provision across their school.
Contributing to a Whole-School Strategy for EAL
12 February 2027 • 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Supporting leaders and practitioners in embedding effective EAL provision within wider school improvement.
Primary Teaching Assistants: Working with Learners Using EAL
22 March 2027 • 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Professional development for teaching assistants supporting primary pupils who use EAL.
Comprehensible English for New Arrivals Using EAL
21 April 2027 • 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Practical classroom approaches to support newly arrived pupils in accessing learning from day one.
Introduction to EAL Assessment
22 June 2027 • 2:00pm – 4:00pm
An introduction to effective approaches for assessing pupils using EAL and monitoring progress.
Understanding Language for Learning in Multilingual Schools
23 June 2027 • 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Develop understanding of language acquisition and its implications for teaching, learning and classroom practice.
Consultancy and Bespoke Support
EAL Whole School Evaluation Tool
Bespoke assessment, review and consultancy support available on request. We can help schools evaluate current provision and identify appropriate next steps for development.
