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Training

For the 2025/26 academic year we will be offering a full programme of online (remotely-facilitated) computing and design technology courses for schools.

Courses cost £45 per person, or you can subscribe to one of our packages that include a number of places – see the Bespoke Support tab for more information.

We will also be running network meetings for computing leaders as part of a subscription offer (note these already exist for Sheffield and Rotherham schools – see Subject Leader Networks).

Primary Courses

Primary Computing Leaders Course

Course Overview

This course ideal for new and recent computing leads. Learn about the role of the computing lead, including practical advice around curriculum planning, resourcing computing, and key subject knowledge.

Audience: Computing leads

Trainer Information: Helen Cotton - Education Consultant

Date Venue  
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Thursday 15 January 2026
4.00pm-5.30pm
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Online Safety in the Computing Curriculum

Course Overview

Explore how to consolidate online safety messages through the computing curriculum, including signposting of useful resources, and key messages around the use of AI.

Audience: Computing Leads and PSHE leads

Trainer Information: Helen Cotton - Education Consultant

Date Venue  
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Monday 9 February 2026
4.00pm-5.30pm
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Informal Computing for Special Schools

Course Overview

Explore practical examples of how to teach computing to learners working on an informal pathway in special schools, including the role of technology in the Engagement Model and a number of free resources.

Audience: Special school teachers

Trainer Information: Catherine Moore, Learn Sheffield Education Consultant

Date Venue  
Change of Date
Monday 2 February 2026
4.00pm-5.30pm
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New to leading Design & Technology

Course Overview

This course is for new and recent leaders of design & technology in primary schools and will cover the following:

  • Exploring the unique roles and responsibilities in leading the D&T curriculum
  • Review opportunities for further ongoing support for the D&T lead
  • Identify essential contents for the D&T subject leadership file

Audience: New & recemt leaders

Trainer Information: John Jefferies - education consultant

Date Venue  
Monday 27 January 2026
4.00pm-5.30pm
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