Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Our offices are closed and re-open at 9am on Monday 5th January 2026.

Our staff contact details can be viewed here. Please send an email and the team will be in contact when the office re-opens.

Alternatively, if your query is urgent please email educationdirector@rcaos.org.uk and an on call member of the team will be in contact asap.

Induction for new DHT and AHT

To support deputy/ assistant headteachers new to role this year, we are offering an induction programme which will give information, guidance and an opportunity to network with other new school leaders. This is a new opportunity for this year and will include both planned session content and an element of flexibility to respond to the needs of the group.

All sessions are 2-4pm and will be held at the Education Service, St Edward’s House, St Paul’s Wood Hill, Orpington, BR5 2SR.

  • Session 1 – Monday 13th October 2025.
  • Session 2 – Thursday 4th December 2025.
  • Session 3- Tuesday 3rd February 2026.
  • Session 4 – Thursday 19th March 2026.
  • Session 5 – Thursday 14th May 2026.
  • Session 6- Thursday 9th July 2026.