COLLABORATIVE PROFESSIONAL DIALOGUE
Bee Inspired sessions are an opportunity for SLT’s and teaching teams to participate in engaging discussions facilitated by Manchester Hospital School where collaborative thinking and sharing of practice enables staff to consider how we overcome barriers to learning which pupils may face.
What is an agile approach to education?
An AGILE APPROACH TO EDUCATION considers how to meet the needs of all learners in our setting. How do we respond to pupils’ needs and make reasonable adjustments, enabling each young person to experience success? How can we adopt a personalised approach when pupils’ needs are so varied?
Events & Bookings
Next event:
Thursday 20th March 4pm-5.30pm at The Leo Kelly School.
Aimed at primary and secondary schools and is relevant for SENCOs, teachers and senior leaders. The session is FREE! If you are interested in booking places, please email beeinspired@hospitalschool.manchester.sch.uk
In this session, Manchester Hospital School will share how we adopt an agile approach to responding to pupils’ needs to ensure they receive a high quality education. We will discuss what we believe it means to have an equity mindset and why it is so important when considering ways to make reasonable adjustments in school settings, allowing educators to create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that adapts to the evolving needs of its students.
Feedback from past sessions
Our Deputy Headteacher Gwen Rees-Moffitt led a BEE INSPIRED session at the Pastoral and SENDCO MANCEP conference on Friday 14th February 2025. This event was hosted at Loreto Sixth form college and brought together the schools and colleges in Manchester which belong to the Catholic diocese. MANCEP stands for Manchester Catholic Educational Partnership.
Gwen spoke to over 90 teachers, middle leaders, senior leaders and pastoral / support staff about the importance of having an ‘AGILE APPROACH TO EDUCATION.’
The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive – 100% described the session as ‘Useful’ and 85.7% described the session as ‘Very Useful’.
Some comments from attendees:
What I will take away from the session: “To increase the flexibility in my role, be open to new approaches and proactive in implementing strategies and adaptations.”
What I will take away from the session: “[I now] recognise the importance of relentless pursuit and diversifying techniques and strategies to work with every kind of student.”
What I will take away from the session: “To carry on fighting for equity!”
What might a culture of safety and belonging look like?
A CULTURE OF SAFETY AND BELONGING in a school would manifest through open communication, where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences without fear of judgement or discrimination. Feeling safe entails emotional security as well as physical protection, meaning that every pupil should have access to supportive resources and trusted adults. How do we create an environment that fosters a sense of belonging? What are the challenges around embedding inclusive practices which cater to diverse interests and consider appropriate curriculum adjustments that reflect a wide range of cultures and identities?
Events & Bookings
Next event:
Coming Soon
What might make a difference for pupils struggling with poor mental health?
There have been many studies done to understand the link between educational outcomes and poor mental health. Understanding these links and then ensuring that our schools are equipped to support pupils with poor mental health is key to providing an education system where all pupils can achieve. What are the CHALLENGES AROUND IDENTIFYING PUPILS STRUGGLING WITH THEIR MENTAL HEALTH and what can schools do to support these pupils?
Events & Bookings
Next event:
Coming Soon
