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National Conference for Leaders of Co-Curricular Activities

Wednesday 27 November at Hilton London Olympia

National Conference for Leaders of Co-Curricular Activities, Wed 27 Nov at Hilton London Olympia

Dates & Venues

    The Co-Curriculum is one of the defining features of independent schools. In an era of political threat, it becomes a point of difference which is fundamental to the business case of the sector. It also presents challenges to the leaders of these programmes.

    The drive for quality and efficiency is greater than ever, together with a pressure to demonstrate positive impacts beyond entertaining pupils. All this is happening in an environment where the future of staffing the programme is a constant challenge, in a landscape of shifting sector expectations.

    This year’s Conference – the biggest assembly of co-curricular leaders in the country - seeks to address some of these topics, and present current thinking on relevant issues. Leading researchers in the areas of staff remuneration, programme impact and the pursuit of excellence will offer an evidence base for addressing areas which have implications for all schools. The afternoon seminar programme provides a range of optional sessions to provide for specific interests and circumstances. The breaks will, as always, provide an unrivalled opportunity for networking.

    At this focal point for the sector, it is important that the co-curriculum is stronger than ever. It will remain a timeless feature of thriving schools. This presents its leaders with challenge and opportunity in equal measure. 

    Programme

    9.30am

    Conference Assembles. Refreshments

    9.45am

    Co-Curricular Activity in a Changing Political Environment
    Rachel Owens, Head, St George’s College, Weybridge

    10..30am

    Expectations and Rewards for Staffing the Co-Curriculum
    Rhiannon Cutler, Managing Director, Baines Cutler

    11.15am

    Refreshment break

    11.30am

    Building a Culture of Excellence across the Co-Curriculum
    David Faulkner MBE OLY

    12.15pm

    Research Report: The Social Impact of Outdoor Activities in Schools
    Martin Davidson, CEO, Outward Bound Trust

    1.00pm

    Lunch

    1.45pm

    Seminar Session One

    Choose ONE of the following sessions:
    either Leading Trips and Tours: EVC Update
    Paul Bond, Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel, Royal Geographical Society
    or Getting the Most out of SOCS Co-Curricular
    James Kershaw-Naylor, SOCS Development Director
    or Building Teamship among leaders of various Co-Curricular areas
    David Faulkner MBE OLY

    2.30pm

    Refreshment break

    1.45pm

    Seminar Session Two

    Choose ONE of the following sessions:
    either The Future Staffing of the Sports Programme
    Neil Rollings, PADSIS
    or The implications for Independent Schools of the National Plan for Music Education
    Richard Mabbott & Sharon Bell, Services for Education
    or Managing Difficult Conversations
    Nick Creed, Wellington College

    3.30pm

    Conference disperses

    Price

    1 PLACE £219
    2 PLACES £349
    3 PLACES £449

    All prices exclude VAT

    PLEASE NOTE: We are currently having issues on the payment link for this conference. If you would like to book a place then please email on or call 015395 60060. Alternatively you can place the booking on the website and we will amend your invoice to the correct price. 

    Conference runs 9.30am – 3.30pm. Prices include catering and resources. All prices exclude VAT.

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