Courses & Calendar
We have a full range of courses coming upWe organise a number of courses, meetings and events throughout the year suitable for school leaders and staff, Governors and Directors, Catechists and Chaplains. Click on the events below and book on using the link.
October 2026
wed07oct9:30 AM11:30 AMAdmissions for Governors
Event Details
Our colleagues at Westminster diocese are providing this training, there is a £10 charge and places can be booked using the link below. Overview Course enables governors to apply the Admissions
Event Details
Our colleagues at Westminster diocese are providing this training, there is a £10 charge and places can be booked using the link below.
Overview
Course enables governors to apply the Admissions Code, follow diocesan guidance & understand new policy consultation timelines.
This course supports governors and school staff with the annual process to review and determine admission arrangements (including consultation) ensuring that arrangements comply with the Admissions Code and diocesan guidance.
Course Content:
An update on recent changes
The annual process including key dates and actions
Responsibilities of the admission authority
Compliance with legislation & guidance
Using the CES model policies
In-Year Admissions
There is a £10 charge for this session and you can book your place through Eventbrite here: BOOK
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fri09oct11:00 AM1:00 PMSchool's Mass 2026
Event Details
All schools are invited to join our annual schools Mass to give thanks for Catholic schools and prepare us for the year ahead. Our annual Mass will take place at St
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All schools are invited to join our annual schools Mass to give thanks for Catholic schools and prepare us for the year ahead.
Our annual Mass will take place at St Mary’s Parish Church in Dunstable. The car park, hall and church will be open from 10am and Mass begins at 11am.
Book your school’s place here: BOOK
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St Mary's Catholic Church, Dunstable
82 West Street
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November 2026
mon02nov9:00 AM4:30 PMCSI Inspectors Training - Session 1
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
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tue10nov9:00 AM4:30 PMCSI Inspectors Training - Session 2
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
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tue10nov10:00 AM3:00 PMChaplaincy Day - Advent Term
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Tuesday 10th November 2026- School Chaplaincy Day St Thomas Centre Northampton. BOOK Wednesday 3rd Feb 2027 Holy Ghost RC Church, Luton. BOOK Date to
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Tuesday 10th November 2026- School Chaplaincy Day St Thomas Centre Northampton. BOOK
Wednesday 3rd Feb 2027 Holy Ghost RC Church, Luton. BOOK
Date to be confirmed 2027. RE & Chaplaincy Conference, St Thomas Centre Northampton.
Alex Heath has arranged termly Chaplains sessions across the diocese, with the Pentecost term being the Chaplaincy & RE Conference. These sessions are suitable for school and trust staff that have responsibility for chaplaincy, prayer and liturgy and Catholic mission. The cost for these days are £75 per person and lunch is provided.
Book your place using the links above and for further information, please contact Alex at alex.heath@northamptondiocese.org
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tue10nov4:00 PM5:30 PMStaff New to the Diocese - Termly Sessions
Event Details
Join Bernie Grimley for our termly induction session for all new staff. These sessions are free and will take place online 4 – 5.30pm. 10 November 2026: How to Survive a
Event Details
Join Bernie Grimley for our termly induction session for all new staff. These sessions are free and will take place online 4 – 5.30pm.
- 10 November 2026: How to Survive a Catholic School
- 16 March 2027: How to be part of the Ethos of a Catholic School
- 8 June 2027: How to be part of the Mission of a Catholic School
Book your places here: BOOK
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wed18nov10:00 AM3:00 PMCSED Workshop with Nancy Conoboy
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Join Nancy, our Chief Inspector, for our annual CSED session. Your CSED – Catholic Self-Evaluation Document – is a working document that should be updated throughout the year. Is
Event Details
Join Nancy, our Chief Inspector, for our annual CSED session. Your CSED – Catholic Self-Evaluation Document – is a working document that should be updated throughout the year. Is yours fit for purpose?
This session is beneficial for schools expecting their CSI – Catholic Schools Inspection – visit this year (that is, those schools last inspected under the Section 48 framework from April 2020 to March 2021).
This session is suitable for Headteachers, RE Subject Leaders/Heads of RE, Chaplains and all those who lead the Catholic Life and or RE curriculum in school.
The cost of this course is £75 per person and lunch will be provided. Book your place here: BOOK
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January 2027
wed20jan6:00 PM8:00 PMDirectors & Governors HR & Legal Update
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Join us for our annual update for employers – CMAT Directors and VA/Independent Governors from our legal experts, Winckworth Sherwood. This session is suitable for Governors, Directors, Headteachers and HR professionals
Event Details
Join us for our annual update for employers – CMAT Directors and VA/Independent Governors from our legal experts, Winckworth Sherwood.
This session is suitable for Governors, Directors, Headteachers and HR professionals in school.
This is a free online session and will take place from 6 – 8pm.
More information will follow, but book your place here: BOOK
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February 2027
wed03feb10:00 AM3:00 PMChaplaincy Day - Lent Term
Event Details
Tuesday 10th November 2026- School Chaplaincy Day St Thomas Centre Northampton. BOOK Wednesday 3rd Feb 2027 Holy Ghost RC Church, Luton. BOOK Date to
Event Details
Tuesday 10th November 2026- School Chaplaincy Day St Thomas Centre Northampton. BOOK
Wednesday 3rd Feb 2027 Holy Ghost RC Church, Luton. BOOK
Date to confirmed 2027. RE & Chaplaincy Conference, St Thomas Centre Northampton.
Alex Heath has arranged termly Chaplains sessions across the diocese, with the Pentecost term being the Chaplaincy & RE Conference. These sessions are suitable for school and trust staff that have responsibility for chaplaincy, prayer and liturgy and Catholic mission. The cost for these days are £75 per person and lunch is provided.
Book your place using the links above and for further information, please contact Alex at alex.heath@northamptondiocese.org
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Location
Holy Ghost Catholic Church
33 Westbourne Road, Luton, LU4 8JD
Holy Ghost Catholic Church
thu11feb5:00 PM7:00 PMCSI Inspection for Governors
Event Details
Your opportunity to gain a greater knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Schools Inspectorate framework and the role of governors within the inspection framework. Led by our Diocesan Inspection Co-Ordinator,
Event Details
Your opportunity to gain a greater knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Schools Inspectorate framework and the role of governors within the inspection framework. Led by our Diocesan Inspection Co-Ordinator, Nancy Conoboy.
COURSE CONTENT:
- An overview of the Catholic Schools Inspectorate framework.
- Examining diocesan expectations about Catholic life and mission and Religious Education.
- The role of a governor in the inspection process.
SUITABLE FOR: Chairs, RE Link Governor/Director, and all other interested parties.
You can book your free place through Eventbrite [link to follow]
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March 2027
mon01mar9:00 AM4:30 PMCSI Inspectors Training - Session 3
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
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wed03mar5:00 PM7:00 PMCatholic Social Teaching and Ethos in School - Raymond Friel
Event Details
Join Raymond Friel for a two hour online session looking at the unique nature of Catholic schools and how our Catholic Ethos and CST help us to build our school
Event Details
Join Raymond Friel for a two hour online session looking at the unique nature of Catholic schools and how our Catholic Ethos and CST help us to build our school communities.
This session is suitable for all in school, particularly school leaders, middle leaders and those looking to move into leadership. We encourage schools to publicise this session to Governors and Directors and this session is particularly useful for RE & Catholic Life link governors/directors and as part of the induction process for new governors.
There is a charge for this session, it is £30 per school and this will allow you to bring as many staff and governors as you wish, this could be via a group in school or individual connections, all we need is a list of email addresses to send the link to.
Book you schools space here and we will invoice school: BOOK
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thu04mar5:00 PM6:30 PMRSE for Governors
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Our colleagues at Westminister diocese for delivering this course and there is a charge of £10 per person, you can book your place using the link below. Overview This course is
Event Details
Our colleagues at Westminister diocese for delivering this course and there is a charge of £10 per person, you can book your place using the link below.
Overview
This course is to provide governors with a greater knowledge and understanding of expectations relating to Relationships and Sex Education.
Course Aim:
The aim of this course is to provide governors with a greater knowledge and understanding of expectations relating to Relationships and Sex Education in Catholic schools.
Course Content:
Exploration of the role of the Governor with responsibility for RSE.
Discussion relating to current issues and key updates.
Examination of key documentation in relation to RSE.
Clarification of diocesan expectations in relation to RSE.
You can book your place via Eventbrite here: BOOK
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thu11mar9:00 AM4:30 PMCSI Inspectors Training - Session 4
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
Event Details
By invitation to Northampton CSI Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details. This will be an online session 9am – 4.30pm.
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fri12mar6:00 PM7:00 PMAdmissions Appeals Training for Panel Members
Event Details
This session is delivered by our colleagues at Westminster diocese and there is a £10 charge per person. You can book your place using the link below. Overview This training session
Event Details
This session is delivered by our colleagues at Westminster diocese and there is a £10 charge per person. You can book your place using the link below.
Overview
This training session is designed to provide panel members with an overview of the admissions appeals process.
This training session is designed to provide panel members with an overview of the admissions appeals process, helping them understand their role and responsibilities when considering appeals. Participants will explore key principles, procedures, and good practice guidance to support fair, transparent, and consistent decision-making. The course offers an opportunity to build confidence in handling appeals while ensuring an impartial and robust approach throughout the process.
Book your place here: BOOK
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tue16mar4:00 PM5:30 PMStaff New to the Diocese - Termly Sessions
Event Details
Join Bernie Grimley for our termly induction session for all new staff. These sessions are free and will take place online 4 – 5.30pm. 10 November 2026: How to Survive a
Event Details
Join Bernie Grimley for our termly induction session for all new staff. These sessions are free and will take place online 4 – 5.30pm.
- 10 November 2026: How to Survive a Catholic School
- 16 March 2027: How to be part of the Ethos of a Catholic School
- 8 June 2027: How to be part of the Mission of a Catholic School
Book your places here: BOOK
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tue16mar6:00 PM7:00 PMSafeguarding: The Governors Role
Event Details
This session is delivered by our colleagues in Westminister Diocese and there is a £10 charge per person for this session. You can book your place using the link below. Overview
Event Details
This session is delivered by our colleagues in Westminister Diocese and there is a £10 charge per person for this session. You can book your place using the link below.
Overview
This session is designed to support governors understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
This session is suitable for all governors and is particularly useful as part of your new governor induction and for the Safeguarding Link Governor.
Book your place here: BOOK
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May 2027
wed05may6:00 PM7:00 PMAdmissions for Governors (repeat session)
Event Details
Our colleagues at Westminster diocese are providing this training, there is a £10 charge and places can be booked using the link below. This is a repeat of the session
Event Details
Our colleagues at Westminster diocese are providing this training, there is a £10 charge and places can be booked using the link below. This is a repeat of the session from 7 October 2026.
Overview
Course enables governors to apply the Admissions Code, follow diocesan guidance & understand new policy consultation timelines.
This course supports governors and school staff with the annual process to review and determine admission arrangements (including consultation) ensuring that arrangements comply with the Admissions Code and diocesan guidance.
Course Content:
An update on recent changes
The annual process including key dates and actions
Responsibilities of the admission authority
Compliance with legislation & guidance
Using the CES model policies
In-Year Admissions
There is a £10 charge for this session and you can book your place through Eventbrite here: BOOK
Time
June 2027
mon07jun10:00 AM3:00 PMPrimary RE Moderation Workshop
Event Details
This one-off session will allow you to moderate your pupils’ RE work with other schools. We will discuss how to accurately asses pupils work without exemplars. Please bring examples of work
Event Details
This one-off session will allow you to moderate your pupils’ RE work with other schools. We will discuss how to accurately asses pupils work without exemplars.
Please bring examples of work with you – more details to follow.
This session is £75 per person and includes lunch. Book your place here: BOOK
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tue08jun4:00 PM5:30 PMStaff New to the Diocese - Termly Sessions
Event Details
Join Bernie Grimley for our termly induction session for all new staff. These sessions are free and will take place online 4 – 5.30pm. 10 November 2026: How to Survive a
Event Details
Join Bernie Grimley for our termly induction session for all new staff. These sessions are free and will take place online 4 – 5.30pm.
- 10 November 2026: How to Survive a Catholic School
- 16 March 2027: How to be part of the Ethos of a Catholic School
- 8 June 2027: How to be part of the Mission of a Catholic School
Book your places here: BOOK
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thu17jun9:00 AM4:30 PMCSI Lead Inspectors Training
Event Details
By invitation to Lead Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details.
Event Details
By invitation to Lead Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details.
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fri18jun9:00 AM4:30 PMCSI Lead Inspectors Training
Event Details
By invitation to Lead Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details.
Event Details
By invitation to Lead Inspectors, we will contact you with all the details.
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tue22jun6:00 PM8:00 PMDiocesan Mass of Celebration for Education
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Mass will be offered for all those involved in our schools. More details will follow. Book your seats here: BOOK
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Mass will be offered for all those involved in our schools. More details will follow.
Book your seats here: BOOK
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