These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

Booking Link: » Hackney Education - Booking Site (bookinglive.com)

Shared Primary Subject Leader Network: PSHE and Literacy

COST: £90 + VAT per school (once you have booked 1 colleague from your school, they can add anyone who is interested in attending from your school to our google calendar invite)

 Introduction 

Sharing best practices around emotional literacy is crucial in primary education, as it fosters both academic and personal development for students. Our upcoming meeting provides an invaluable opportunity for PSHE and Literacy Leads to explore the significance of emotional literacy, share current practices, and address common challenges. By integrating emotional literacy into literacy lessons, educators can create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. The meeting will also highlight available resources, tools, and professional development opportunities to equip teachers with the necessary skills and strategies. Through collaborative planning and the exchange of success stories, we aim to build a robust framework that promotes emotional wellbeing and academic excellence for all students.

Draft Agenda 

TBA

Who can attend? 

Anyone who is interested in literacy and PSHE or emotional literacy.

Facilitated by Claire Tregear, Kathleen O'Connor and Rosie Condon.

• Target audience:

• Primary

• Included in package:

• Primary

£108.00 (incl. VAT)

These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

Booking Link: » Hackney Education - Booking Site (bookinglive.com)

Primary Subject Leader Network: Humanities

COST: £90 + VAT per school (once you have booked 1 colleague from your school, they can add anyone who is interested in attending from your school to our google calendar invite)

Free for schools who have bought into the package.

 Introduction

Welcome to Hackney's Primary Humanities Professional Learning Community, a dynamic network designed to enhance and share good practice among educators. This community offers senior leaders and teachers a valuable platform to discuss their experiences and challenges in their roles, ensuring a curriculum that is well-centred and effectively mapped. Our focus includes providing teachers with secure subject knowledge, organising enriching trips, and accessing essential resources. Together, we strive to support each other in delivering a comprehensive and engaging humanities education to all our students.

These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

Booking Link: » Hackney Education - Booking Site (bookinglive.com)

Primary Subject Leader Network: EYFS

COST: £90 + VAT per school (once you have booked 1 colleague from your school, they can add anyone who is interested in attending from your school to our google calendar invite)

Free for schools who have bought into the package.

 Introduction

Welcome to Hackney's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Professional Learning Community, where EYFS leads have the invaluable opportunity to explore diverse settings and innovative approaches to delivering the EYFS curriculum. This community not only fosters a relaxed environment for networking and relationship building but also addresses the common challenge of releasing colleagues to attend. Prioritising workload, staying organised, and using time efficiently are essential skills for participation. Emphasising people and collaborative skills, our community supports leaders who can guide while also integrating seamlessly into their teams, leveraging colleagues' strengths. By building and sustaining strong relationships, we ensure every member feels valued and empowered.

Who should attend?

Anyone with an interest in primary maths. 

Thursday, 27th February 2024

1. Building a Rich Maths Curriculum in Primary

• Provide an overview of a rich maths curriculum, discuss incorporating depth, breadth, and creativity, share successful designs, and collaboratively brainstorm for enriching the current curriculum.

2. Adaptive Teaching in Maths

• Present principles and strategies of adaptive teaching, discuss tailoring methods for diverse student needs, share effective practices and case studies, and collaboratively plan for implementing adaptive teaching strategies.

3. Integrating Curriculum Enrichment and Adaptive Teaching

• Discuss seamlessly integrating adaptive teaching with a rich curriculum, share ideas for creating flexible lesson plans catering to all students, and collaboratively design activities and assessments supporting both objectives.

4. Open Discussion

• Addressing any additional questions or concerns

• Sharing ideas and suggestions for future meetings

• Setting action items and next steps

• Confirming date and agenda for the next meeting

Led by Sarah Betney, Kingsmead Primary School

• Target audience:

• Primary

• Included in package:

• Primary

£108.00 (incl. VAT)

These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

Booking Link: » Hackney Education - Booking Site (bookinglive.com)

Primary Subject Leader Network: Music

These sessions will be run by Hackney Music Service (HMS) and are all FREE.

 Introduction

Our termly conferences for music practitioners are essential for fostering community among music educators, who often work in isolation as the sole specialists in their settings. These sessions provide opportunities to share best practices, resources, and teaching observations, as well as to collaborate on performances. They also facilitate cross-curricular partnerships, particularly with MFL, EYFS, and SEND networks, including a dedicated SEND Music network.

Despite being a legally required subject, music education is often undervalued and under-resourced. Specialist music teachers, who see each class weekly, deliver the most effective instruction, yet many schools rely on overstretched classroom teachers. Our network meetings, attended mainly by specialist teachers, offer critical professional development and quality assurance. They also grant access to diverse opportunities through partnerships with various professional music organisations, enhancing the inclusivity and richness of music education.

Draft Agendas (more information to follow)

Thursday, 16th January 2025

Curriculum - OFSTED, Assessment, Progression

Monday, 19th May 2025

Music transition - please book here.

Who should attend?

School subject leaders, coordinators and TAs 

• Target audience:

• Primary

• Included in package:

• Primary

£0.00 (incl. VAT)

These subject forums are a partnership between the HTSA and Hackney Education. 

They utilise the specialist knowledge of HTSA experts and leaders and are an opportunity for subject leaders to stay informed and share best practice.

They are FREE for HTSA members!

If you would like to book a place please contact the us at htsa@clapton.hackney.sch.uk and we can share a code with you to get your free place.

Booking Link: » Hackney Education - Booking Site (bookinglive.com)

Primary Subject Leader Network: Humanities

COST: £90 + VAT per school (once you have booked 1 colleague from your school, they can add anyone who is interested in attending from your school to our google calendar invite)

Free for schools who have bought into the package.

 Introduction

Welcome to Hackney's Primary Humanities Professional Learning Community, a dynamic network designed to enhance and share good practice among educators. This community offers senior leaders and teachers a valuable platform to discuss their experiences and challenges in their roles, ensuring a curriculum that is well-centred and effectively mapped. Our focus includes providing teachers with secure subject knowledge, organising enriching trips, and accessing essential resources. Together, we strive to support each other in delivering a comprehensive and engaging humanities education to all our students.

Thursday, 21st November 2024

1. Plans for the Year

• Outline objectives and goals for the year, discuss resource allocation and enrichment opportunities, plan educational trips, and collaborate on integrating them into the curriculum.

3. Ofsted Readiness and Reviews

• Review current Ofsted requirements and expectations for humanities, share best practices for readiness, discuss preparation for inspections, and hold a Q&A session.

4. Curriculum Design and Building a Rich Curriculum

• Discussion on creative and motivating elements, ensure a broad, inclusive, and inspirational curriculum with clear outcomes, provide active learning opportunities involving the community, strategise on nurturing curiosity, and collaboratively plan curriculum mapping and design.

5. Open Discussion

• Addressing any additional questions or concerns

• Sharing ideas and suggestions for future meetings

• Setting action items and next steps

Who should attend?

Primary school coordinators of Humanities, History and Geography.

Led by Meret Stokes, Deputy Head at Mandeville Primary School

• Target audience:

• Primary

• Included in package:

• Primary

£108.00 (incl. VAT)