The Athelstan Trust CPD offer is themed by one of the Trust Improvement Priorities; for example, the 23-24 focus is reading.
In the term 2 Athelstan Trust training day, a keynote speaker, an expert in the theme, will launch the programme. This will be followed by time for colleagues to meet in expert groups (subject specialism, similarity of role / responsibility etc.) to explore the theme further, sharing best practice and collaborating.
As a result of this input, each colleague will create a PACT (‘Professional Action I Commit to Trial’) – this is an opportunity to personalise a response that suits an individual’s developmental needs.
Teachers will receive a second input on this same theme in an online CPD session, delivered by another expert in the field; this will further inform the PACT.
In the term 6 Athelstan Trust training day, all colleagues will be in groups to present and discuss the impact of their PACT.