Creating Inclusive Learning Environments Conference

Creating Inclusive Learning Environments Conference

Attend our conference on creating inclusive schools for all pupils, featuring expert keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive workshops.

By Portakabin Ltd

Date and time

Tuesday, July 1 · 9:30am - 3:30pm GMT+1

Location

YO32 9PT

Portakabin New Lane Huntington YO32 9PT United Kingdom

Agenda

9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Arrival & Networking

9:50 AM - 10:00 AM

Conference Kick Off

Dan Ibbetson, Portakabin CEO

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Panel Discussion: Creating Inclusive Learning Environments

Sharon Gray, National Leader of Education

Sarah Woosey, Director of Education Law Experts

Jess Lees, Speech & Language Therapist

Sarah Harridge, Headteacher, Co-op Academy Brierley


An engaging and dynamic panel discussion on creating inclusive environments in education. We’ll hear from a head teacher who’ll offer a first-hand look at fostering inclusivity within schools, while ...

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Interactive Workshop: Through their eyes

Jess Lees, Speech & Language Therapist


This workshop will give delegates a practical insight into the challenges faced by pupils with SEND. Participants will be split into groups and given tasks to complete, but with different levels of i...

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Lunch & Networking

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Factory Tour


Delegates will have the chance to explore our modular factory in detail, seeing firsthand how modular buildings are designed, constructed, and assembled. The tour will cover each stage of the product...

1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Refreshments break

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Keynote Session: The Neuroscience of Learning and Biology of Stress

Sharon Gray, National Leader of Education


In this training session, Sharon will delve into the neuroscience of learning and the biology of stress, emphasising how these scientific principles relate to trauma informed, relational approaches i...

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours
  • Free venue parking

Join us for the Creating Inclusive Learning Environments Conference, a one-day event designed specifically for Headteachers who are dedicated to making schools more inclusive, accessible, and supportive for all pupils.

This conference will provide practical strategies, expert insights, and hands-on learning opportunities to help you create environments where every child can thrive. Through panel discussions, interactive workshops, and real-world case studies, you will gain a deeper understanding of how to implement inclusive practices in your school.

We are delighted to welcome Sharon Gray OBE as our keynote speaker. With 27 years of experience in education, Sharon is a nationally recognised leader in inclusive education, emotional wellbeing, and evidence-based school improvement. An experienced Ofsted Inspector and National Leader of Education, she has shaped national policy through roles with the Youth Justice Board and the Mental Health Task Force. Her contributions to the field earned her an OBE for services to education in 2015.

She will be joined by a diverse panel of specialists, including Jess Lees, a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions and complex needs; Sarah Woosey, Director at Education Law Experts and a leading figure in SEND legal advocacy; and Sarah Harridge, Headteacher at Co-op Academy Brierley, who brings valuable frontline leadership experience in inclusive education.

In addition to these engaging sessions, the event includes a guided tour of our modular construction factory, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how innovative, sustainable school buildings are designed and built.

Join us in York for a day of learning, collaboration, and practical takeaways to enhance inclusivity in education.

Frequently asked questions

Who can attend this event?

This conference is exclusively for Headteachers to ensure discussions and content are tailored to leadership perspectives. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate other roles at this event.

Will food and refreshments be provided?

Yes, complimentary lunch and refreshments will be provided throughout the day. Please inform us of any dietary requirements during registration.

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