Global Learning support and techniques for the classroom

All our courses in 2024/25 are available for Inset and Twilight sessions. Get in contact for date availability and prices. Courses include:

Anti-Racist Education workshop, Building a Broad and Balanced Curriculum through Global Learning, Diversity workshop, Engaging with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Gender Equity in Schools (Gender Action), Global Teacher Award, Sustainability and Climate Change – a whole-school approach, Teaching Topical, Controversial and Sensitive Issues, Philosophy for Children Level 1, Level 2A, Level 2B
To follow are full course details. To book on to a course contact: bookings@decsy.org.uk or phone 0114 241 2750.

Philosophy for Children (P4C) – Level 1, in person course

28 November 2024
28 November 2024
9am
4pm

This two day in person practical workshop will explore the aims, principles and benefits of philosophical enquiry, and explore how these enquiries can develop Global Citizenship skills, concepts and dispositions and tackle controversial issues.

Anti-Racist Education Workshop

This workshop will allow you to reflect on your own practice and misconceptions; you are required to have an open mind during this workshop and are welcome to share best practices and experiences. Contact DECSY to book an inset or twilight whole-school training session.

Diversity Workshop

Aims of this workshop include becoming aware of our own identity, cultural backgrounds and biases and creating the space to engage in learning through dialogue.

Embedding P4C within the Literacy Curriculum

This course will support teachers in using Philosophy for Children (P4C) and literacy together to critically explore 'British values' in the context of global learning at KS2. Contact DECSY for training dates and in-school training enquiries.

Philosophy for Children in Early Years Foundation Stage

To understand the value and benefits of P4C for young children (including links to EYFS curriculum requirements). This course runs over three afternoon sessions. This course is also available for whole-school training booking.

Philosophy for Children – Beyond Level 1 (Tools for Thinking Together)

Available for whole-school training booking. This course is for all those who have done P4C level 1 training and have led at least six P4C enquiries, and is suitable for those who want to reinforce or refresh their P4C practice following any level of P4C training.

Persona Doll Training

This course is ideal for Early Years practitioners, KS 1 and 2 teachers and learning support staff to develop confidence, knowledge and skills in using Persona Dolls.

Teaching topical, controversial and sensitive issues – an introduction

Support, resources and advice for teachers and TAs on teaching about issues including eco-anxiety, war, racism, discrimination. Previous course participant feedback: 'Thought provoking session. So helpful to have space to reflect on such important issues.'

Building a broad and balanced curriculum through Global Learning

The National Curriculum is only part of a broader School Curriculum. This course enables teachers to plan a curriculum that links to real world issues through global learning. There will be a focus on the importance of developing a holistic curriculum that links knowledge, skills and values to enable young people to become critically-informed and active learners.