Square Pegs in Round Holes – Inclusion and Exclusion: Thoughts for Governors

Inclusion in schools ensures that every child feels valued and supported, fostering a sense of belonging and empowering all students to reach their full potential. In contrast, exclusion and suspension can isolate students, disrupt their learning, and negatively impact their emotional and social development. Both provide challenges for Governors and senior leaders as the seemingly increasing needs of children make increasing demands on schools, teachers and leaders.

Join us for an Inspiring Online Educational Conference w/c 10th November  2025

Keynote Speakers

• Tricia Nicoll: Square Pegs in Round Holes – Keeping Children in School (Inclusion): Focus on inclusion and keeping every child engaged.

Workshops:

• Simon Kidwell: Policy in Practice: Key Updates for School Governors: discusses the current education landscape and the impact on governance and school operations.
• Ofsted – Adam Sproston and Pippa Jackson-Maitland (Senior HMI’s): Addressing the wider challenges for schools around SEND and Exclusions as well as providing a Governors update on the new framework and what policy looks like in practice
• Student Exclusions and the Independent Review Panel process – a practitioners guide Paul Heath and Darran Jones present the process from the perspective of the governors.
• Finance Through a Year: Joy Edge, an experience governance professional and finance officer navigates the complexities of finance in academies and maintained schools.
• Exclusions – The Warning Signs of Suspensions (How to Avoid Permanent Exclusions): Learn the questions you need to ask and the challenges you need to offer.

Timetable:

Event Details:

• Date: 11^th, 12^th, 13^th November 2025
• Format: Via Zoom
• Pricing: Individual Ticket – £180 (Reduced to £150 if your school purchases Edsential Clerking). Governing Body Ticket  – £400 (Up to X Governors). Discounts for training SLA members.

Don’t miss this chance to enhance your skills, network with fellow professionals, and stay updated on the latest in education governance.

Register now and secure your spot at this must-attend event!