EducationCareer-Long Professional Learning

We aim to make a positive impact on the lives of others through education. We seek to achieve this through our teaching, research and knowledge exchange activity. Importantly, in doing so, we work closely with our school and local authority partners in relation to Career-long Professional Learning (CLPL).

Our events support the continuing professional development of teachers and other professionals with access to high-quality learning, teaching and development opportunities. If you don’t see what you’re looking for or would like to discuss available options, please contact us.

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Current CLPL events:

November 2026

Course Overview

Come along, share your practice, be inspired and help us continue to put the child at the centre of the curriculum.

Join us for an inspiring and engaging conference exploring The Child’s Curriculum and what it means to put children’s experiences, interests, voices and learning at the heart of practice.

Hear from inspiring keynote speakers and practitioners as they share ideas, experiences and examples from across early years and primary education. Our Spotlight Sessions will showcase innovative practice and provide opportunities to celebrate what is happening in our settings and schools.

 What to expect:

  • Inspiring keynote presentations
  • Real-life examples of innovative practice
  • Spotlight sessions celebrating innovative approaches
  • Opportunities to reflect, share and learn together
  • Time to connect with colleagues and be inspired

Whether you are an early years practitioner, teacher, leader or professional working with children and families, this conference will provide ideas, inspiration and practical approaches to take back into your own setting.

Draft Programme

0900-0915 Registration
0915-0920 Welcome & Introductions
Welcome to everyone and an introduction to the session.
0920-1000 Keynote: The Child’s Curriculum,  Ollie Bray, Director, Education Scotland
1005-1030 Spotlight Session 1: The Child’s Curriculum, Ferguslie Park ELCC
1030-1050 Refreshments
1050-1115 Spotlight Session 2: The Child’s Curriculum, Michelle Manson, HT, Baljaffray Primary School
1115-1135 Spotlight Session 3: The Child’s Curriculum, Lisa McCabe, QIO, Early Years
1140-1215 Keynote: The Child’s Curriculum, Deirdre Grogan, Professor of Practice
1220-1230 Q&A

Conference poster