Implementation Decisions: Problems and Context What’s the problem, and what’s already going on? researchschool.org.uk/bradford/new...

Join the Grand Union LN Team in Birmingham on 16 June at the ASCL Conference for Strategic Leadership of Languages. Find out more 👉 www.ascl.org.uk/langconf

Strengthening teaching isn’t always about doing something new. Often it’s refining what you already do. Small changes → clearer responses → better learning. What’s one routine you’ve refined recently? 👉 eef.li/Sdqq6S

Catch up with all the news from Little Sutton English Hub. Schools can register their interest in a support programme for 2026 spanning Reception to KS3, plus a closer look at the new white paper and what it means for the implementation of the Writing Framework ▶️ heyzine.com/flip-book/28...

NCLE CPD webinars on demand - catch up on previous webinars for free: any time, any place! 👉️ buff.ly/EBvOKI0

Free GCHQ Virtual Language Outreach sessions aimed at Year 8/9s During this one-hour long session your pupils will hear about the importance of languages, GCHQ and the work our Language Analysts do, take part in an activity and have a chance to ask questions. Register today: buff.ly/kKXbRnW

NCLE Symposium: AI and Languages Education All 10 AI Symposium presentations, including access to the recording and downloadable PowerPoint slides for each session from the event are available. Start watching today 👉️ buff.ly/Zjfh3rR #AI #Languages #MFL #NCLE

Why you matter. Why languages matter. And what we must do together Bernardette Holmes MBE joined Vicky Gough from the British Council and Andrea Pfeil from the Goethe-Institut to open ALL’s Language World conference with a rallying call to all languages teachers and Headteachers 👉️ buff.ly/g7f23hH

Employ a language assistant at your school, college or university Learn more 👉️ buff.ly/KSX54nZ

Sign up - it's nearly time for our webinar - 4 March, 3.30pm on Teams There is still time to register for our free webinar, Exploring Language Curriculum Models. Register here: buff.ly/CbcWRlt We can't wait to see you 😁

Register for our free webinar on 4 March Exploring Language Curriculum Models. We explore how specific school contexts choose to navigate the MFL curriculum and the impact each model has on student engagement, success and other logistical and financial impact on the school itself. buff.ly/CbcWRlt

Join us for our next webinar, Exploring Language Curriculum Models We will explore how specific school contexts choose to navigate the MFL curriculum and the impact each model has on student engagement, success and other logistical and financial impact on the school itself. ➡️ buff.ly/j3fvczk

Celebrate Speaking - a celebration of languages in education and community through speaking and performance Each February a festival of language is held when your students can show off their language skills. Read more - buff.ly/tWePf6I

Are you teaching languages in a primary, secondary, or heritage/community setting? Join your local NCLE Language Network to access research insights, facilitated CPD opportunities and connect with colleagues in your region.

It's German Week! 19-24 January 2026 There are activities here for everyone - you don't have to be teaching German to take part! buff.ly/7nxS6aP #ShoutOutForGerman

Start 2026 with some excellent CPD Supporting Home Language Qualifications at GCSE is packed with advice on how to support pupils who intend to take an additional GCSE in their home language. 14 January, 3.30pm online Register here 👉 buff.ly/4qdrdS5 #languages #MFL #NCLE

German Week returns in 2026 with renewed energy and fresh inspiration: 19 – 24 January 2026 Start your planning with information and resources from the Goethe Institut:

Language Networks support all colleagues with a role in languages education in your school. Connect with your local Language Network today. Find out more: buff.ly/oDSL25O

“Exchange2Change” is an exchange programme for young people, aged between 14 and 17 who live in the UK and Germany. Applications are open until 14 December. Read more:

Have you tried out Language Educators Online (LEO) – the free, flexible online platform dedicated exclusively to the professional development of languages teachers. Take a look 👉 buff.ly/duKcnPh

The GCHQ National Language Competition - 17 to 21 November The National Language Competition (NLC) is a virtual competition for teams of 13- 14 year olds from around the UK to compete against each other to solve language-based challenges and score points. Read more: buff.ly/nBhA0yu #Language #MFL

The Language Show is the UK’s number one event for language learners, language teachers and everyone who loves languages. 14 - 16 November - virtual event Speaker programme now available here buff.ly/vJ7k9P2

The Language World Submission Portal is open! Central to the success of the Language World conference are the contributions of speakers taking about the things they love which inspire delegates & offer opportunities for personal engagement or collaboration. buff.ly/Ntndgo2

Connect and collaborate with teachers and pupils in a different country to foster a love of reading. The British Council reading for pleasure guided partnership links 25 schools in the UK and 25 schools in Morocco. Read more and apply by 24 October - buff.ly/A3jcbWM

International Education Week Start planning for International Education Week, 17th - 21st November! Keep an eye on the British Council’s website for information about events, new resources and case studies to support your work. tinyurl.com/3s2r7sak

Supporting exchange between young people from the West Midlands and Germany led by Aston University. Discuss experiences with, opportunities for and hurdles to youth exchange between the UK and Germany with various experts. Monday, November 3 Read more: buff.ly/hB7WYMa

Join us for this face-to-face teach meet which will focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam. This is also a fantastic opportunity to network with colleagues. Read more and sign up by 16 October 👉 tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp #MFL #Education

Newsletter alert 👏 Take a break and read the latest Grand Union newsletter 👉 buff.ly/Ed2bHFB

PD Alert 🚨 There is still time to sign up to our two part series: How to be an Effective Leader of Pupil Premium & Disadvantage Starting 16 October ➡️ read more and sign up: buff.ly/bqC2rJk

Teacher Talk Radio Join Teachers Talk Radio, 6pm Thursday 9 October for a live discussion about Language Educators Online and CPD for languages teachers with Joe Dale, Maud Waret, Silvia Bastow. 👉 tinyurl.com/52m6us8m

Spontaneous speech and the new GCSE speaking exam Join us on 22 October, 1-4pm for this Face to Face Teachmeet which will be focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam and offers a fantastic opportunity to speak with colleagues. Read more and register: tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp #languages #cpd

Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm for a tour of NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and discover how it enhances language provision, pedagogy, and practice. Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha #languages #ncle

Looking for an engaging podcast this weekend? Are you curious about how languages work? The Linguistics HQ podcast is the new fortnightly show aimed at getting people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language! All episodes available here: rss.com/podcasts/lin...

Artificial Intelligence in the Languages Classroom A unique opportunity for language teachers for an inspiring cross-cultural experience exploring AI in language teaching. Read more & apply by 5th October 👉 tinyurl.com/je97re94

Tour NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and discover how it enhances language provision, pedagogy, and practice. Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm. Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha

Have you explored Language Educators Online (LEO)? The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice. Take a look 👀 tinyurl.com/bdebc2t6

ÖkoScoop Competition: German meets Sustainability Ready for a fresh new hybrid competition that blends investigative journalism, digital storytelling, and real-world German? Read more👉 tinyurl.com/swhst9nu

It's #EuropeanDayOfLanguages today, when we celebrate all the languages spoken in Europe. This year, the theme is 'Languages open hearts and minds' 😄 #edl2025 #coeEDL

Goethe Institut Online Career Roadshow - 29 September What career opportunities open up when you study German at school or university? The online edition of our Career Roadshows offers a dynamic and engaging programme that highlights the value of German. Read more: tinyurl.com/mx56ezzr

Tour NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and see how it's transforming languages provision, pedagogy, and practice for experts, trainers, teachers, and school leaders. Join us on Wednesday, October 8, from 4-5 pm. Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha

📣Language Educators Online (LEO) is live! The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice. Register now! bit.ly/4fWaBaX #LanguageNetwork, #TeacherCPD

We are excited to be hosting @ifofficiel.bsky.social at #SidneyStringerAcademy for #FrancophonieontheRoad workshops on Wednesday 8th October (10:00-12:30 or 13:30-16:00). Spaces are limited! Sign up here: shorturl.at/FU4EA @trentandtame.bsky.social @grandunionln.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social

We’re breaking down barriers to opportunity through language education. We’re proud to support this work, collaborating with schools across our region to give every pupil the chance to succeed. Find out more: tinyurl.com/5xsh6tw4

EVENT FULL! We have filled all available spaces on the Celebration of Languages event. We will be in touch with schools shortly to confirm the programme for the day and logistics. @trentandtame.bsky.social @grandunionln.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social @covlanguages.bsky.social

Crisis or variation in languages education provision in England? In this blog, the NCLE research team analysed school data to understand why uptake & attainment varied so widely across state schools & look beyond the headlines of a ‘crisis’ in languages education. 👉 tinyurl.com/mrt9vjca

Artificial Intelligence in the languages classroom International Collaborative AI Project – German Teachers Wanted Autumn 2025 More information can be found on the Goethe-Institut’s website: tinyurl.com/2p8x3xct Apply now until September 15th #MFL #Germanteachers

Just in time before the new Duke of Edinburgh’s Award cohort starts, we received the fantastic news that the Goethe-Institut UK (FGI UK) are an Approved Activity Provider for the DofE’s skill section! Information webinars for DofE Coordinators on 11 and 22 September: tinyurl.com/yc6vjt27 #dofe

Join us to share some Practical Ideas for European Day of Languages 2025 🌎 💡 Sign up here: shorturl.at/rheGF @ioe.bsky.social @trentandtame.bsky.social @grandunionln.bsky.social #westmidlandsregionallanguagenetwork #ncle

Webinar alert! Join us for a webinar on Practical Ideas for European Day of Languages. Pick up some useful tips and ideas as you prepare for your departmental activities and celebrations. Tuesday 9th September @ 3.30pm Sign up today 👉 tinyurl.com/3u9k4uyy

Exciting changes are on the horizon 👀 We’re evolving, and we can’t wait to share what’s next. Watch this space for a big announcement this September! #ComingSoon