London
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in London.
Regional Training
Are you looking to receive EAL training in your school, trust or organisation? We license partners across the country to provide a range of courses for school staff of different roles, both face-to-face and online.
Get regional EAL training in my school
At The Bell Foundation, we believe that the best approach to improving the attainment of multilingual learners is to embed long-term, sustainable EAL provision and inclusive practices. That’s why we’ve developed Language for Results, our not-for-profit programme of professional learning, which aims to:
- increase the skills, expertise and confidence of school staff;
- support the school to develop an inclusive learning environment and systems in which multilingualism is embraced as an asset.
Our partners
Our partners are vetted, trained and licensed by The Bell Foundation to ensure quality remains high. They have a deep understanding of the needs of learners and families in their region and can provide context-specific support. Like the Foundation, our partners are aligned in our objective of improving outcomes for multilingual learners by embedding long-term, sustainable EAL provision and inclusive practices. In 2023, our Licensed Practitioners achieved a 99% recommendation rate for training delivery.
How and where our partners provide training
The Bell Foundation trains and licenses highly experienced partners to run our Language for Results training programme in their region. Our team of Licensed Practitioners includes Local Authority consultants and advisors; EAL leads in Multi Academy Trusts and schools; Teaching School Hub providers, Initial Teacher Training providers and independent consultants.
To find out more about training available in your area, click on the relevant region, using the map on the right. You will be able to see all Licensed Practitioners in this region, their contact details, as well as upcoming regional training events.
Can’t find support in your region? On occasion, our Licensed Practitioners can deliver training outside of their area. Please contact us to find out how we can support you on info@bell-foundation.org.uk.
North East
North East
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the North East.
North West
North West
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the North West.
Yorkshire & Humberside
Yorkshire & Humberside
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in Yorkshire & Humberside.
East Midlands
East Midlands
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the East Midlands.
West Midlands
West Midlands
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the West Midlands.
East of England
East of England
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the East of England.
South East
South East
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the South East.
South West
South West
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in the South West.
Wales
Wales
We have multiple trained and licensed partners in Wales.
What’s included in the training programme?
As well as professional learning and development courses, our Language for Results programme, underpinned by our five EAL principles, includes guidance and resources which are relevant and useful to school staff.
- Training courses: A comprehensive range of courses designed to meet the specific learning needs of school staff in different roles, from teaching assistants and trainee teachers in Initial Teacher Training programmes, to courses for non-teaching staff and leadership teams.
- Webinars: A programme of free webinars which aims to raise awareness and inspire learning through exploring current research, policy, and pedagogic practices related to EAL provision.
- Assessment Framework: The Bell Foundation’s evidence informed and award-winning EAL Assessment Framework for Schools and digital EAL Assessment Tracker have been designed to support school staff in conducting meaningful assessments of learners’ proficiency in English.
- Needs Assessment: A full school visit to assess the current EAL provision, culminating in a detailed report and plan that is negotiated and agreed with the school’s leaders.
- Teaching Resources and Guidance: A suite of guidance and classroom-based teaching resources is available to support the teaching of learners using EAL, from those who are new to English through to those who are fluent.
Who can benefit from the training?
Our Language for Results programme is relevant to individuals, groups and whole schools. Each of our partners runs the programme slightly differently. Please contact them directly for more information around the details of their offer, including cost and types of courses provided.
Get support as a school
The extent to which you can employ the Language for Results programme in your school can vary, depending on your context or need:
- Some schools choose to begin their programme with a Needs Assessment visit, and then follow the recommendations in the resulting three year Implementation Plan. The plan might include recommendations of a range of professional development courses for different groups of the school staff.
- Many schools have a clear idea of their training needs and choose to follow a specific pathway. For example, a series of training sessions focused on assessment for an identified group of staff, such as all Key Stage 1 teachers and support assistants.
- Other schools have a very specific training need and choose to opt for just one or two courses initially. For example, training on supporting newly arrived learners.
Get support as an individual
Are you an individual practitioner wishing to develop your own skills and expertise in meeting the needs of learners using EAL?
Some of our Licensed Practitioners run open access training either face to face or online. For further details of upcoming training, contact your closest Licensed Practitioner.
To find out more about the Foundation’s training opportunities, please click here.