About this Event
BCU ITE Mentor Conference 2026
Get ready for an engaging in-person FREE event at the BCU ITE Mentor Conference 2026! Connect, learn, and grow with mentors and peers who are engaged in the effective development of our future teacher workforce.
The conference is open to all of our Primary/Secondary PG/UG Partenrship Teachers, Subject Mentors, Placement Mentors, Professional Mentors and prospective Mentors from across our partnership.
The event will provide insight to highly effective mentoring practice, information specific to Ofsted inspection requirements around inclusion, and opportunity to both learn and share best practice in the development of Associate Teachers. Whether you are looking to gain insights or share your experiences, this event is a perfect opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge, and network with colleagues across the sector. Donβt miss out on the opportunity for your school to grow β see you there!
Agenda
π: 09:30 AM
Registration
Info: Refreshments available and tours of the Benjamin Zephaniah Building
π: 10:00 AM
Welcome
Info: Conference overview and introduction of free Master's Level Modules
π: 10:30 AM
Keynote discussion β Ofsted inspections focus - Inclusion
Info: Expert advice and guidance from specialists discussing inclusion and SEND relating to school requirements for the Ofsted framework
π: 11:30 AM
Break
Info: Refreshments available
π: 11:45 AM
Mentor Training - Annual Refresh
Info: Work through our 2026-27 Annual Refresh in prearation for the forthcoming academic year
π: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Mentor feedback/discussion
Info: Opportunity for discussion around issues of mentoring, the BCU curriculum, the BCU ITE Mentor Model, future planning, and related topics. This offers the chance to share feedback with the course teams and share examples of highly effective practice from your own schools.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Birmingham City University, 15 Bartholomew Row, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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