DfE-Funded – East Midlands KS2 SATs Support Sessions - Leicestershire & Northamptonshire

Free Regional Events for Year 6 Teachers and Leaders

As part of the Department for Education’s Regional RISE Universal Offer, Inspiring Leaders is pleased to invite colleagues to a free, face-to-face support session designed to strengthen and empower the Year 6 teaching community in the final stages of KS2 SATs preparation.

These events are open to Year 6 teachers and leaders from schools across the East Midlands. Sessions have been strategically located to ensure accessibility for all schools wishing to take part.

Session Features:

• Safe and supportive environment – time and space to reflect, share and learn

• Expert-led inputs – guidance on the Writing Framework, Mathematics, and SATs administration

• Peer learning opportunities – fostering honest conversations in a professional and respectful space

• Practical insights into key challenges, including:

  • SEND considerations, groupings, and compliance

  • Effective styles and approaches to assessment preparation

• Access to shared resources, including:

  • A regional Padlet of high-quality tools and materials

  • Recordings of key expert inputs for future reference

• Ongoing community-building – these events aim to spark a professional network that continues beyond the sessions to support Year 6 colleagues throughout the year

Who’s Involved?

Sessions will be designed and facilitated by experienced school leaders and Year 6 specialists, with additional input and support from:

• Multi-Academy Trust colleagues

• Local Authority and MAT moderation teams

• DfE-funded partners, including curriculum and subject hubs

Indicative Session Agenda:

1:00pm - Registration

1:30pm - Welcome Introductions with James Brown and Vision for Sessions and Desirable Outcomes with Melany Pemberton

1:45pm - Writing Workshop with Catherine Spreadbury, Assistant Principal for Quality of Education and D&T Lead for BWT, from The Compass Primary Academy

2:15pm - Maths Interactive Workshop with Lisa Bishop, Assistant Maths Hub Lead (Primary) and Targeted Support in Mathematics Lead, from Maths Hubs East Midlands

2:45pm - Refreshment Break

3:00pm - Reading Workshop with Clare Boot, English Lead and Assistant Principal, from Kestrel Mead Primary Academy

3:30pm - Engaging AI Interactive Workshop

4:00pm - Closing Summary with Melany Pemberton

4:30pm - Session Close

Important Information

· Please ensure you have access to a laptop for part of the session, as it will be required for some activities.

· Please bring a paper copy of an example piece of Year 6 writing to the session. The writing sample must not contain any children’s names or identifying information.

· It would be particularly helpful if the sample is one you are currently questioning - for example, a piece that is on the cusp of ARE (Age-Related Expectations) or on the cusp of GDS (Greater Depth Standard).

These sessions have been designed with professional respect and practical value in mind. They aim to affirm excellent practice, offer evidence-informed insights, and ensure all Year 6 practitioners feel supported at this vital stage in the school year. For any queries, please contact James Brown at: jbrown@iltoday.co.uk

We look forward to welcoming you.

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