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    Bookings now open for An Introduction to Text-led English Learning Journeys (KS1 & KS2) 25-26 – 11 November 2025

    by Hannah Richardson -

    An introduction to Hampshire phased learning journey model to support the planning and teaching of writing. This face-to-face course will explore the HIAS phased learning journey model that develops readers as writers, providing delegates with an overview of the model and practical ideas and resources to support successful planning and teaching of writing. This introductory course is ideal for teachers who are new to the Hampshire model, new to teaching, or teachers who just need a little extra support with planning. Relevant for teachers of both KS1 and KS2. 

    Feedback from previous participants: 

    “Everything was brilliant! Thank you!” 

    “Thank you – really helped me in my ECT1 year.” 

    A further three-session training course focusing on each phase individually in more depth and detail will be available in the spring term, which can be booked separately. 

    Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Text-led 25

    Price: Sub £105 / SLA £55 / Full £126 

    Book your place to Improve Spelling in the Primary School 25-26 (Webinar) – 6 and 20 October 2025

    by Hannah Richardson -

    Perfect for English leaders wishing to improve spelling in their school and class teachers who wish to improve their approaches to the teaching of spelling, this course gives a thorough grounding in best practice, including both the underpinning research and plenty of practical ideas to use in the classroom and across the school.

    Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Improving Spelling

    Price: Sub £125 / SLA £85 / Full £150

    Sign up to Planning, Preparation and Administration of the Phonics Screening Check (Webinar) – 24 April 2025

    by Hannah Richardson -

    This course will provide information and support on planning, preparing and administering the Phonics Screening Check.

    Delegates will:

    • Review the documentation and administration of the screen.
    • Further develop their knowledge of the roles and responsibilities.
    • Plan for administering the phonics screening check.

    Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Phonics Screening

    Price: Sub £75 / SLA £55 / Full £90 

    Book your place for Building Vocabulary in Primary English 2024-25 (Webinar) – 16 and 30 June 2025

    by Hannah Richardson -

    A range of recent evidence has stressed the importance of vocabulary to pupils’ speaking, reading and writing. With a growing awareness of the ‘word gap’, more schools are looking to secure pupils’ vocabulary knowledge. ‘Building Vocabulary in Primary English’ will focus on practical approaches to increase the depth and breadth of pupils’ vocabulary, crucial to success in English and beyond. 

    Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Building Vocabulary

    Price: Sub £105 / SLA £65 / Full £126 

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