SAT 5TH OCTOBER BISHOPBRIGGS ACADEMY
The annual National Parent Forum of Scotland Annual Conference takes place this Saturday 5 October at Bishopbriggs Academy. The topic this year centres on Health and Wellbeing which is an important element of Curriculum for Excellence. The keynote speaker is Aileen Campbell, Minister for Children and Young People. The event contains workshops specialising on specific areas of health and wellbeing and culminates with a Question Time style closing section giving parents and families the opportunity to ask questions of those tasked with implementing Curriculum for Excellence and the new qualifications.
To book your place and make your seminar choices go online or find more information on the NPF website at
https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/NPF/2013/06/21/npfs-annual-conference-2013/
A shuttle bus will run from Bishopbriggs railway station to the school, although there is plenty of parking at the school.
The seminars are :-
Seminars: Session 1 (10:45-11:45) Seminar 1: National Qualifications Update. This seminar is designed to give parents the latest information on the new National Qualifications which have been developed to support Curriculum for Excellence. Presenter: Dr John Allan: Policy Manager, Scottish Qualifications Authority
Seminar 2: THIS SEMINAR IS NOW FULL
Seminar 3: The learning ladders. The learning ladders are an innovative approach to mapping the curriculum. They are a visual resource in a school where most of our young people are visual learners. The ladders can be used by the whole school community: pupils, staff, parents and partners agencies. The innovative and creative use of the learning ladders has deepened the whole school community’s understanding of curriculum for excellence. In addition they have facilitated the development of staff’s approaches to assessment and moderation and generate an increased consistency and confidence in understanding the standards and expectations of learning within their own and across learning area. Presenter: Ellen Muir, Head Teacher from Pilrig Park School
Seminar 4: A Whole School Approach to Promoting HWB (Secondary) This seminar will outline Larbert High’s holistic approach to the promotion of health & well-being, physical education, physical activity and sport. In December 2012 the school won the coveted School Sport Award at the Scottish Sports Award and was short-listed for the Active Nation Award at the Scottish Education Awards in June. An official Community Sport Hub, School of Rugby, Football, Dance and Basketball, there’s a lot going on! But there’s more to health & wellbeing than just sport and this seminar will also outline how HWB is being promoted and developed right across the curriculum. Presenters: Jon Reid, Head Teacher, Joanna Wilson, PT HWB (Senior Phase) and Billy Brotton, Head of Sport from Larbert High School
Seminar 5:Literacy and technology. An active seminar demonstrating how using easy to access technology can enhance the learning experience for children of all ages in a relevant and exciting way. We will look at:1. QR Codes in literacy, 2. Quad Blogging, 3. Computer programming for 7-11 year olds, 4. Projector cameras and homework, 5. Waypointing/Geocaching for children. Presenter: Dave Adams, Principal Teacher from St Bride’s Primary School
Seminar 6: Supporting transitions…….a parent’s view. Explore a practical example of how a community nursery supported parents with transition with a focus on Health and Wellbeing. Presenters: Tina Pollock, Family Development Worker and Kirsty Brunton, Early Years Manager from First Step Community Project
Seminar 7: Eastbank Primary School – Our Nurturing Approach to Strong Emotional, Mental and Social Health and Wellbeing for all Children. • We will describe the school’s journey to creating a personalised culture of values and citizenship using a shared set of values, which now underpins school ethos and expectations for all children. • Share pathways to fostering positive working partnerships with a range of partner agencies and the wider community. • Discuss systems for building strong, supportive relationships with parents and carers. • Outline a planned and pro-active approach to the emotional and social health and wellbeing curriculum and developing resilience in all children inclusive of those most vulnerable. Presenters: Gayle Minnis, Head Teacher and Fiona Haggarty, Depute Head Teacher fromEastbank Primary School
Seminar 8: Supporting Children’s learning Code of Practice Review – Working with children and families. This discussion group will consider the current information within Chapter 7 of the Supporting Children’s Learning Code of Practice, how it can be improved and the type of information parents and carers would like included. The revised code will be structured through five broad themes. These are: Assessment, Planning, Delivery, Review, and Dispute Resolution. Parents and Carers will also have the opportunity to discuss how children, young people and their parents can be successfully involved in education and learning.
