‘What’s Special about Special?’ enables Early Career Teachers to embark on their 
career having had a meaningful encounter with a specialist SEND setting. Also aimed at Teachers who would like to find out more about how they incorporate specific SEND strategies in their classroom.

The programme for the day involves workshops (delivered by special educators with 
experience of both special and mainstream schools) and learning walks. This one day CPDL conference will dive into Teaching and Learning at Swiss Cottage School and 
explore our strategic processes.

The conference will include:

  • Working with Pupils with Special Educational Needs 
  • The differences between Mainstream and a Special School
  • Learning Walks
  • Communication Methods in Special Schools
  • Behaviour Management vs Behaviour Strategies
  • Lunch & refreshments provided (Please indicate any food allergies or intolerances on the booking form)

To book a place, please visit: 
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1975094439637?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dates: 
Tuesday 20th January 2026, 10am – 3pm
Thursday 26th February 2026, 10am – 3pm
Wednesday 6th May 2026, 10am – 3pm

Cost: £180+VAT

Location: Swiss Cottage School, 80 Avenue Road, London, NW8 6HX

For more information, contact: drc@swisscottage.camden.sch.uk


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