Navigating Learning Walks and Curriculum Discussions
- 12th Jan 2026
- Online
- Leadership
- Spaces
- Early Years, Primary
- Leadership
- Free For Partner Schools
- Non-members From £100.00+VAT
By the end of the session, delegates will have:
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Examined the recent changes to Section 8 Inspections, through the Education Inspection Framework, and explored the proposed changes for November 2025
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Examined together the principles and processes involved in effective learning walks and curriculum discussions
- Begun to develop strategies to make the most of their own learning walks
It is recommended you attend all 3 sessions
12.2.25: Session 1: Examining the changes to Section 8 Inspections and proposed changes from November 2025, and the principles and processes in effective learning walks and curriculum discussions
3.3.25: Session 2: Developing school-specific strategies to conduct learning walks and undertaking curriculum discussions
12.3.25: Session 3: Action planning for leaders
By the end of the session, delegates will have:
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Examined the recent changes to Section 8 Inspections, through the Education Inspection Framework
-
Examined together the principles and processes involved in effective learning walks and curriculum discussions
- Begun to develop strategies to make the most of their own learning walks
It is recommended you attend all 3 sessions
Session 1: Examining the changes to Section 8 Inspections, and the principles and processes in effective learning walks and curriculum discussions
Session 2: Developing school-specific strategies to conduct learning walks and undertaking curriculum discussions
Session 3: Action planning for leaders
Phil Abbott
Phil Abbott is an Education Consultant with more than 25 years of experience working in education, including 13 years of successful headship in the Primary sector.
Throughout his career, Phil has worked in a range of settings, including in areas of significant deprivation. His vast experience and personable character mean he has lots to bring to leaders seeking to gain insight, ideas and support in developing their own schools. Phil’s key approach is to help leaders to take complex challenges and identify clear, simple and manageable solutions.
Phil has been recognised at 10 Downing Street for his work in the sector, being named a Community Education Champion in 2024. In his ‘spare’ time, Phil also chairs the Midlands Junior Rugby League Steering Group and runs the Bassetlaw Bulldogs Rugby League Club in Nottinghamshire. He is an active sportsman and musician and naturally has a keen interest and knowledge of the music and PE curriculum.