LEADING FOR INCLUSION - A PLACE FOR EVERY CHILD - [IN-PERSON] CONFERENCE

School leaders, governors and trustees play a crucial role in ensuring their schools are inclusive in all that they do. The responsibility to champion every member of the school community is greater than ever.

Cheshire West Governance Association is delighted that the following speakers will form part of the line-up at their conference on Friday 5th June 2026 at Chester Racecourse.

Join us from 9am for light refreshments before we welcome our first speaker. Lunch will be provided. Book now for 'early-bird' special offers on two delegate tickets!

• ; Sarah is an experienced educational leader, consultant, and author with over two decades of expertise in emotional well-being, behaviour, and systems change in education. With a career spanning mainstream schools, Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provision (AP), and psychiatric in-patient services, Sarah has developed a deep understanding of how to create inclusive, nurturing environments where all children can thrive.

• Dr Elaine Mawson; Elaine is a Senior His Majesty’s Inspector with an extensive background in school leadership and inspection. Elaine has worked across a wide range of educational settings, including primary, secondary comprehensive, grammar and special schools. She holds the NPQH, an MBA, and a Doctorate in Educational Research, with expertise in leadership, curriculum, safeguarding, and professional development.
• Victoria Burnside; Victoria is a Senior His Majesty’s Inspector with an extensive background in school leadership and inspection. She holds a Master’s degree in education and has completed the national award for special educational needs co-ordination. Prior to joining Ofsted, Victoria was a headteacher.

• ; Jane is the Early Engagement, Intervention and Inclusion Service (EEIIS) Senior Manager at Cheshire West and Chester Council

The complete speaker line-up will be announced in the coming days - so watch this space! Secure your tickets today....Book now for 'early-bird' special offers on two delegate tickets!

IF YOU ARE UNSURE IF YOUR SCHOOL OR TRUST BOARD IS A FULLY PAID MEMBER FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-26 PLEASE CHECK BEFORE ORDERING TICKETS. EMAIL SHARON CLARKE [email protected]

BOOKING MEMBER PRICED TICKETS IF YOUR SCHOOL OR TRUST BOARD IS NOT A PAID MEMBER MAY RESULT IN YOUR TICKET BEING CANCELLED. REGRETTABLY, ONLY A PARTIAL REFUND WILL BE PROVIDED.

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Chester Racecourse, The Racecourse, Chester, United Kingdom

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