We are delighted to announce that EAL HUB conferences are back for 2026

We’re excited to share an update to our EAL training programme 📢

After listening to feedback and reviewing how we can best support our network, we’ve made the decision to move from multiple regional training days to two larger, centrally located events.

📍 Leeds – serving the North of England
📍 Leicester – serving the Midlands and Southern England

By consolidating our training into these two locations, we’re aiming to:

  • Make events easier to access, with both cities offering excellent transport links

  • Ensure the majority of attendees are within 60–90 minutes travel time

  • Reduce overall costs, allowing us to keep prices as low as possible

  • Create larger, more impactful training experiences with greater opportunities for collaboration and networking

We believe this new approach strikes the right balance between accessibility, value, and quality — and we’re looking forward to welcoming even more of you at our upcoming events.

 

Where

 

When Venue Early bird rate Full price Book here
 

LEEDS

 

 

1st June 2026

TBC (near train station)  

£140

 

£185

Book Leeds
 

LEICESTER

 

 

8th June 2026

TBC (near train station)  

£140

£185  

Book Leicester

NOTES

Courses require 10 bookings to run – please share!

Invoices will be sent once minimum numbers are achieved

Venue will be updated asap once numbers are clearer

Lunch and refreshments are provided

Broad outline of the day:

08:45  Registration and refreshments. 
09:00-10:30
 

ARRIVAL

What is an EAL learner?
Timeframes for learning English
The importance of vocabulary including Tiers
Common barriers to learning
Getting the first few weeks right
Creating a flow chart for a gentle transition to school
School auditing and creating an inclusive environment

10:30  Coffee Break. 
10:50 – 12:30

ASSESSMENT

DfE proficiency scales
Age related expectations
Why should we assess?
How should we assess?
Informal observation – creating a bigger picture
When should we assess?
When to consider additional needs

12:30 Lunch Break. 
13:15 – 15:00

ACHIEVEMENT

Scaffolding V Differentiation V Adaptive Teaching
Questioning techniques
Reading as an EAL learner
Add 2 steps!
Vocabulary policy and strategies
Cognitive overload
Using visual media
Strategies to scaffold!
Planning next steps for your setting
EAL in the new Ofsted Framework! *new

15:00  Finish. 

 

Some feedback from the 2025 conference days…