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Grand Union Language Network
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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
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
October 23, 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.

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October 22, 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
October 21, 2025 at 11:30 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.
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October 20, 2025 at 10:14 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
October 15, 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
October 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Newsletter alert 👏

Take a break and read the latest Grand Union newsletter 👉 buff.ly/Ed2bHFB
October 13, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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
October 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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
October 2, 2025 at 11:32 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
October 1, 2025 at 11:31 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
September 26, 2025 at 8:00 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
September 25, 2025 at 11:27 AM
📣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
September 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
We’re breaking down barriers to opportunity through language education.

We’re proud to support this work, collaborating with schools across our region to give every pupil the chance to succeed.

Find out more: tinyurl.com/5xsh6tw4
September 15, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Webinar alert!

Join us for a webinar on Practical Ideas for European Day of Languages.

Pick up some useful tips and ideas as you prepare for your departmental activities and celebrations.

Tuesday 9th September @ 3.30pm

Sign up today 👉 tinyurl.com/3u9k4uyy
September 4, 2025 at 12:50 PM