Grand Union Language Network
@grandunionln.bsky.social
NCLE Language Network working in the West Midlands to promote engagement, motivation, attainment and uptake in MFL 💬✍
Led by Tudor Grange Academy Solihull
📷IG: GrandUnionLN
Led by Tudor Grange Academy Solihull
📷IG: GrandUnionLN
Language Networks support all colleagues with a role in languages education in your school.
Connect with your local Language Network today.
Find out more: buff.ly/oDSL25O
Connect with your local Language Network today.
Find out more: buff.ly/oDSL25O
Language Networks
Our Language Networks are 14 strategic learning networks bringing together primary and secondary schools to share expertise, strengthen practice, and champion high-quality language learning.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Language Networks support all colleagues with a role in languages education in your school.
Connect with your local Language Network today.
Find out more: buff.ly/oDSL25O
Connect with your local Language Network today.
Find out more: buff.ly/oDSL25O
“Exchange2Change” is an exchange programme for young people, aged between 14 and 17 who live in the UK and Germany. Applications are open until 14 December.
Read more:
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Exchange 2 Change - Creative Horizons - Goethe-Institut London - United Kingdom
"Exchange2Change" is an exchange programme for young people (14-17 years) in Germany and the UK who have an interest in the creative industries (music, dance, film, literature).
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December 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
“Exchange2Change” is an exchange programme for young people, aged between 14 and 17 who live in the UK and Germany. Applications are open until 14 December.
Read more:
Read more:
Have you tried out Language Educators Online (LEO) – the free, flexible online platform dedicated exclusively to the professional development of languages teachers.
Take a look 👉 buff.ly/duKcnPh
Take a look 👉 buff.ly/duKcnPh
Language Educators Online
Welcome to Language Educators Online (LEO) – the free, flexible online platform dedicated exclusively to the professional development of languages teachers. Whether you’re just starting out or have…
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December 8, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Have you tried out Language Educators Online (LEO) – the free, flexible online platform dedicated exclusively to the professional development of languages teachers.
Take a look 👉 buff.ly/duKcnPh
Take a look 👉 buff.ly/duKcnPh
The GCHQ National Language Competition - 17 to 21 November
The National Language Competition (NLC) is a virtual competition for teams of 13-
14 year olds from around the UK to compete against each other to solve
language-based challenges and score points.
Read more: buff.ly/nBhA0yu
#Language #MFL
The National Language Competition (NLC) is a virtual competition for teams of 13-
14 year olds from around the UK to compete against each other to solve
language-based challenges and score points.
Read more: buff.ly/nBhA0yu
#Language #MFL
The GCHQ National Language Competition
All you need to know about the GCHQ National Language Competition
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October 24, 2025 at 11:31 AM
The GCHQ National Language Competition - 17 to 21 November
The National Language Competition (NLC) is a virtual competition for teams of 13-
14 year olds from around the UK to compete against each other to solve
language-based challenges and score points.
Read more: buff.ly/nBhA0yu
#Language #MFL
The National Language Competition (NLC) is a virtual competition for teams of 13-
14 year olds from around the UK to compete against each other to solve
language-based challenges and score points.
Read more: buff.ly/nBhA0yu
#Language #MFL
The Language Show is the UK’s number one event for language learners, language teachers and everyone who loves languages.
14 - 16 November - virtual event
Speaker programme now available here buff.ly/vJ7k9P2
14 - 16 November - virtual event
Speaker programme now available here buff.ly/vJ7k9P2
October 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The Language Show is the UK’s number one event for language learners, language teachers and everyone who loves languages.
14 - 16 November - virtual event
Speaker programme now available here buff.ly/vJ7k9P2
14 - 16 November - virtual event
Speaker programme now available here buff.ly/vJ7k9P2
The Language World Submission Portal is open!
Central to the success of the Language World conference are the contributions of speakers taking about the things they love which inspire delegates & offer opportunities for personal engagement or collaboration.
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Central to the success of the Language World conference are the contributions of speakers taking about the things they love which inspire delegates & offer opportunities for personal engagement or collaboration.
buff.ly/Ntndgo2
October 22, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The Language World Submission Portal is open!
Central to the success of the Language World conference are the contributions of speakers taking about the things they love which inspire delegates & offer opportunities for personal engagement or collaboration.
buff.ly/Ntndgo2
Central to the success of the Language World conference are the contributions of speakers taking about the things they love which inspire delegates & offer opportunities for personal engagement or collaboration.
buff.ly/Ntndgo2
Connect and collaborate with teachers and pupils in a different country to foster a love of reading.
The British Council reading for pleasure guided partnership links 25 schools in the UK and 25 schools in Morocco.
Read more and apply by 24 October - buff.ly/A3jcbWM
The British Council reading for pleasure guided partnership links 25 schools in the UK and 25 schools in Morocco.
Read more and apply by 24 October - buff.ly/A3jcbWM
October 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Connect and collaborate with teachers and pupils in a different country to foster a love of reading.
The British Council reading for pleasure guided partnership links 25 schools in the UK and 25 schools in Morocco.
Read more and apply by 24 October - buff.ly/A3jcbWM
The British Council reading for pleasure guided partnership links 25 schools in the UK and 25 schools in Morocco.
Read more and apply by 24 October - buff.ly/A3jcbWM
International Education Week
Start planning for International Education Week, 17th - 21st November!
Keep an eye on the British Council’s website for information about events, new resources and case studies to support your work.
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Start planning for International Education Week, 17th - 21st November!
Keep an eye on the British Council’s website for information about events, new resources and case studies to support your work.
tinyurl.com/3s2r7sak
October 20, 2025 at 10:14 AM
International Education Week
Start planning for International Education Week, 17th - 21st November!
Keep an eye on the British Council’s website for information about events, new resources and case studies to support your work.
tinyurl.com/3s2r7sak
Start planning for International Education Week, 17th - 21st November!
Keep an eye on the British Council’s website for information about events, new resources and case studies to support your work.
tinyurl.com/3s2r7sak
Supporting exchange between young people from the West Midlands and Germany led by Aston University.
Discuss experiences with, opportunities for and hurdles to youth exchange between the UK and Germany with various experts.
Monday, November 3
Read more: buff.ly/hB7WYMa
Discuss experiences with, opportunities for and hurdles to youth exchange between the UK and Germany with various experts.
Monday, November 3
Read more: buff.ly/hB7WYMa
October 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Supporting exchange between young people from the West Midlands and Germany led by Aston University.
Discuss experiences with, opportunities for and hurdles to youth exchange between the UK and Germany with various experts.
Monday, November 3
Read more: buff.ly/hB7WYMa
Discuss experiences with, opportunities for and hurdles to youth exchange between the UK and Germany with various experts.
Monday, November 3
Read more: buff.ly/hB7WYMa
Join us for this face-to-face teach meet which will focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam. This is also a fantastic opportunity to network with colleagues.
Read more and sign up by 16 October 👉 tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#MFL #Education
Read more and sign up by 16 October 👉 tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#MFL #Education
October 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Join us for this face-to-face teach meet which will focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam. This is also a fantastic opportunity to network with colleagues.
Read more and sign up by 16 October 👉 tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#MFL #Education
Read more and sign up by 16 October 👉 tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#MFL #Education
October 13, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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PD Alert 🚨
There is still time to sign up to our two part series:
How to be an Effective Leader of Pupil Premium & Disadvantage
Starting 16 October ➡️ read more and sign up: buff.ly/bqC2rJk
There is still time to sign up to our two part series:
How to be an Effective Leader of Pupil Premium & Disadvantage
Starting 16 October ➡️ read more and sign up: buff.ly/bqC2rJk
October 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM
PD Alert 🚨
There is still time to sign up to our two part series:
How to be an Effective Leader of Pupil Premium & Disadvantage
Starting 16 October ➡️ read more and sign up: buff.ly/bqC2rJk
There is still time to sign up to our two part series:
How to be an Effective Leader of Pupil Premium & Disadvantage
Starting 16 October ➡️ read more and sign up: buff.ly/bqC2rJk
Teacher Talk Radio
Join Teachers Talk Radio, 6pm Thursday 9 October for a live discussion about Language Educators Online and CPD for languages teachers with Joe Dale, Maud Waret, Silvia Bastow.
👉 tinyurl.com/52m6us8m
Join Teachers Talk Radio, 6pm Thursday 9 October for a live discussion about Language Educators Online and CPD for languages teachers with Joe Dale, Maud Waret, Silvia Bastow.
👉 tinyurl.com/52m6us8m
Exploring the best CPD for Language Teachers
In this Teachers Talk Radio special, host Darren Lester is joined by Maud Waret, Silvia Bastow, and Joe Dale to explore the latest ideas in CPD for languages...
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October 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Teacher Talk Radio
Join Teachers Talk Radio, 6pm Thursday 9 October for a live discussion about Language Educators Online and CPD for languages teachers with Joe Dale, Maud Waret, Silvia Bastow.
👉 tinyurl.com/52m6us8m
Join Teachers Talk Radio, 6pm Thursday 9 October for a live discussion about Language Educators Online and CPD for languages teachers with Joe Dale, Maud Waret, Silvia Bastow.
👉 tinyurl.com/52m6us8m
Spontaneous speech and the new GCSE speaking exam
Join us on 22 October, 1-4pm for this Face to Face Teachmeet which will be focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam and offers a fantastic opportunity to speak with colleagues.
Read more and register: tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#languages #cpd
Join us on 22 October, 1-4pm for this Face to Face Teachmeet which will be focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam and offers a fantastic opportunity to speak with colleagues.
Read more and register: tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#languages #cpd
October 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Spontaneous speech and the new GCSE speaking exam
Join us on 22 October, 1-4pm for this Face to Face Teachmeet which will be focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam and offers a fantastic opportunity to speak with colleagues.
Read more and register: tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#languages #cpd
Join us on 22 October, 1-4pm for this Face to Face Teachmeet which will be focus heavily on the GCSE Speaking exam and offers a fantastic opportunity to speak with colleagues.
Read more and register: tinyurl.com/bddjuxfp
#languages #cpd
Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm for a tour of NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and discover how it enhances language provision, pedagogy, and practice.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
#languages #ncle
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
#languages #ncle
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: LEO (Language Educators Online): NCLE's New CPD Platform! . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
We are delighted to introduce our new professional learning platform: LEO. Tour our interactive, flexible, and engaging professional learning platform in this webinar. Learn how experts, initial…
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October 6, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm for a tour of NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and discover how it enhances language provision, pedagogy, and practice.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
#languages #ncle
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
#languages #ncle
Looking for an engaging podcast this weekend?
Are you curious about how languages work?
The Linguistics HQ podcast is the new fortnightly show aimed at getting people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language!
All episodes available here: rss.com/podcasts/lin...
Are you curious about how languages work?
The Linguistics HQ podcast is the new fortnightly show aimed at getting people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language!
All episodes available here: rss.com/podcasts/lin...
Linguistics HQ trailer | Podcast Episode on RSS.com
Welcome to Linguistics HQ, the new fortnightly show that aims to get people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language! Starting with the basics, we’ll look at how languages are put…
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October 3, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Looking for an engaging podcast this weekend?
Are you curious about how languages work?
The Linguistics HQ podcast is the new fortnightly show aimed at getting people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language!
All episodes available here: rss.com/podcasts/lin...
Are you curious about how languages work?
The Linguistics HQ podcast is the new fortnightly show aimed at getting people thinking, talking and learning about the science of language!
All episodes available here: rss.com/podcasts/lin...
Artificial Intelligence in the Languages Classroom
A unique opportunity for language teachers for an inspiring cross-cultural experience exploring AI in language teaching.
Read more & apply by 5th October 👉 tinyurl.com/je97re94
A unique opportunity for language teachers for an inspiring cross-cultural experience exploring AI in language teaching.
Read more & apply by 5th October 👉 tinyurl.com/je97re94
October 2, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Artificial Intelligence in the Languages Classroom
A unique opportunity for language teachers for an inspiring cross-cultural experience exploring AI in language teaching.
Read more & apply by 5th October 👉 tinyurl.com/je97re94
A unique opportunity for language teachers for an inspiring cross-cultural experience exploring AI in language teaching.
Read more & apply by 5th October 👉 tinyurl.com/je97re94
Tour NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and discover how it enhances language provision, pedagogy, and practice.
Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
October 1, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Tour NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and discover how it enhances language provision, pedagogy, and practice.
Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
Join experts and educators on Wednesday, 8 October, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
Have you explored Language Educators Online (LEO)?
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Take a look 👀 tinyurl.com/bdebc2t6
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Take a look 👀 tinyurl.com/bdebc2t6
Language Educators Online
Welcome to Language Educators Online (LEO) – the free, flexible online platform dedicated exclusively to the professional development of languages teachers. Whether you’re just starting out or have…
bit.ly
September 30, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Have you explored Language Educators Online (LEO)?
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Take a look 👀 tinyurl.com/bdebc2t6
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Take a look 👀 tinyurl.com/bdebc2t6
ÖkoScoop Competition: German meets Sustainability
Ready for a fresh new hybrid competition that blends investigative journalism, digital storytelling, and real-world German?
Read more👉 tinyurl.com/swhst9nu
Ready for a fresh new hybrid competition that blends investigative journalism, digital storytelling, and real-world German?
Read more👉 tinyurl.com/swhst9nu
ÖkoScoop Competition - German meets Sustainability - Goethe-Institut United Kingdom
United Kingdom
www.goethe.de
September 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM
ÖkoScoop Competition: German meets Sustainability
Ready for a fresh new hybrid competition that blends investigative journalism, digital storytelling, and real-world German?
Read more👉 tinyurl.com/swhst9nu
Ready for a fresh new hybrid competition that blends investigative journalism, digital storytelling, and real-world German?
Read more👉 tinyurl.com/swhst9nu
It's #EuropeanDayOfLanguages today, when we celebrate all the languages spoken in Europe. This year, the theme is 'Languages open hearts and minds' 😄
#edl2025 #coeEDL
#edl2025 #coeEDL
September 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
It's #EuropeanDayOfLanguages today, when we celebrate all the languages spoken in Europe. This year, the theme is 'Languages open hearts and minds' 😄
#edl2025 #coeEDL
#edl2025 #coeEDL
Goethe Institut Online Career Roadshow - 29 September
What career opportunities open up when you study German at school or university? The online edition of our Career Roadshows offers a dynamic and engaging programme that highlights the value of German.
Read more: tinyurl.com/mx56ezzr
What career opportunities open up when you study German at school or university? The online edition of our Career Roadshows offers a dynamic and engaging programme that highlights the value of German.
Read more: tinyurl.com/mx56ezzr
Career Roadshow - Online Edition - Goethe-Institut United Kingdom
Teachers, students and companies can find all the information they need about the Career Roadshow on 29.09.2025 here. Schools from Scotland, Northern Ireland, England, Wales, Denmark, Norway,…
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September 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Goethe Institut Online Career Roadshow - 29 September
What career opportunities open up when you study German at school or university? The online edition of our Career Roadshows offers a dynamic and engaging programme that highlights the value of German.
Read more: tinyurl.com/mx56ezzr
What career opportunities open up when you study German at school or university? The online edition of our Career Roadshows offers a dynamic and engaging programme that highlights the value of German.
Read more: tinyurl.com/mx56ezzr
Tour NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and see how it's transforming languages provision, pedagogy, and practice for experts, trainers, teachers, and school leaders.
Join us on Wednesday, October 8, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
Join us on Wednesday, October 8, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
September 25, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Tour NCLE's new professional learning platform, LEO, and see how it's transforming languages provision, pedagogy, and practice for experts, trainers, teachers, and school leaders.
Join us on Wednesday, October 8, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
Join us on Wednesday, October 8, from 4-5 pm.
Register here 👉 tinyurl.com/3p4pnyha
📣Language Educators Online (LEO) is live!
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Register now! bit.ly/4fWaBaX
#LanguageNetwork, #TeacherCPD
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Register now! bit.ly/4fWaBaX
#LanguageNetwork, #TeacherCPD
September 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
📣Language Educators Online (LEO) is live!
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Register now! bit.ly/4fWaBaX
#LanguageNetwork, #TeacherCPD
The National Consortium for Languages Education’s new free and flexible CPD platform features content based on research and real classroom experience. Enrich and transform your practice.
Register now! bit.ly/4fWaBaX
#LanguageNetwork, #TeacherCPD
Reposted by Grand Union Language Network
We are excited to be hosting @ifofficiel.bsky.social at #SidneyStringerAcademy for #FrancophonieontheRoad workshops on Wednesday 8th October (10:00-12:30 or 13:30-16:00). Spaces are limited! Sign up here: shorturl.at/FU4EA @trentandtame.bsky.social @grandunionln.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social
September 16, 2025 at 2:53 PM
We are excited to be hosting @ifofficiel.bsky.social at #SidneyStringerAcademy for #FrancophonieontheRoad workshops on Wednesday 8th October (10:00-12:30 or 13:30-16:00). Spaces are limited! Sign up here: shorturl.at/FU4EA @trentandtame.bsky.social @grandunionln.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social