Below you will find details of the sessions and events for the academic year 2026-2027.
Autumn 2026
Senior Leaders’ Briefings
Wednesday 21st October 2026 8-8.30am Teams
Directors Keeping in Touch (KIT)
Wednesday 4th November 2026. 8-8.30am Teams
New to Leading Religious Education in Secondary Schools
Thursday 12th November 2026. 9.30am-4pm Cowderoy Room, SE1 6HR
Headteachers’ Conference
Thursday 19th and Friday 20th November 2026. Ashford International Hotel
Secondary RE Leaders’ Conference
Tuesday 24th November 2026. 9.30am-4pm Amigo Hall, SE1 6HR
Singing from the Same Hymn Sheet: Effective use of Music in School Liturgies
Thursday 26th November 2026. 4-5.30pm Teams
The Appointment of a New Head or Deputy
Thursday 3rd December 2026 5.3-7pm Teams
Learn More About the Rights Respecting Schools Award and Embedding a Rights-Based Approach in Your School
Tuesday 3rd November 2026. 4-5.30pm Teams
Primary RE Leaders Meeting
Tuesday 10th November 2026. 4-5.30pm Teams
Governors Gatherings
Thursday 12th November 2026. 4pm-5pm Teams
Moderation Meeting
Monday 23rd November 2026. 2-4.30pm St Edward’s House, BR5 2SR
Advent Reflections
Multiple dates. 8-8.15am. Teams.
New to Catholic Schools
Friday 27th November 2026. 9.30am to 4pm. St Edward’s House, BR5 2SR
Advent Service
Wednesday 9th December 2026. 2pm St George’s Cathedral, SE1 6HR
Please use the box below to suggest any topics for training from the Education Service
Cancellation Policy – You will not be charged a fee if you cancel prior to the published deadlines (see the table below). If cancellations are made after the times listed below, you will be charged.
Please be aware we offer free cancellations if you are notified of an inspection or other unforeseen circumstances such as safeguarding or staff illness. Please email clairewilliams@rcaos.org.uk to notify us.
Type of event Free cancellation notice deadline In person course (speaker/venue/catering fees) 5 days Conference 10 days