Course Overview
This secondary English network meeting will explore some of the key challenges currently facing English departments, with a particular focus on technical accuracy, writing fluency and foundational writing skills across KS3 and KS4.
The session will provide opportunities for professional discussion, sharing effective practice and reflecting on current priorities in English, including oracy, disciplinary literacy, curriculum development and the impact of AI on student writing.
Alongside practical strategies and national updates, departments will also have the opportunity to consider how SIL LTD can support English provision and professional development in 2026.
Why Attend?
Many English departments are currently facing challenges around writing accuracy, vocabulary application, reading engagement and student confidence in extended writing. This network meeting offers an opportunity to:
- Discuss current priorities and challenges in secondary English
- Share practical approaches to improving writing fluency and technical accuracy
- Explore current developments in oracy and disciplinary literacy
- Network with other English teachers and leaders
- Help shape future SIL LTD support and CPD priorities
Delegates will gain:
- Practical classroom ideas and strategies
- Insight into current educational priorities in English Yes
- Opportunities for collaboration and professional discussion
- Strategies to support stronger, more confident writers
What will it cover?
- Technical accuracy and writing fluency
- Foundational writing skills at KS3 and KS4
- Vocabulary and disciplinary literacy
- Oracy and classroom talk
- Practical strategies for developing stronger writers
- AI and the future of writing in English
- Current curriculum and assessment priorities
- How SIL LTD can support English departments in 2026
Any supplementary info
1 free place for each Liverpool City School from Universal Offer
Who should attend?
Heads of English
Cost
£105 per delegate
All costs are subject to VAT. Failure to cancel or non-attendance will incur costs. All cancellations must be completed online at www.sil-ltd.co.uk at least 48 hours in advance.
