Published on

26th August 2026

Preparing to welcome new arrivals with EAL to your school

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Welcome
Date
to
Categories
Other
Code
Wel 2409
Leader
Emily Waddilove
Provider
WBC
Phase
Primary + Secondary
Location
Online in TEAMS
Cost
Free of charge to all Wokingham schools

This course focuses on whole school provision to ensure that new arrivals feel a sense of belonging at your school, and will cover: The varied backgrounds and needs of children who are newly arrived from abroad, including refugees; Aspects of welcoming and induction for new arrivals from abroad, including initial assessment and information gathering, engaging with parents, initial support, creating a welcoming whole school environment, support for children who are refugees; Useful sources of guidance and resources to support provision for new arrivals, including refugees.

Who should attend

Headteachers, senior leaders, EAL co-ordinators in primary and secondary schools

Course outcomes

Understanding of the needs of children who are new to the country, including refugees, and beginner learners of EAL; Knowledge that will enable you to review and develop your whole school provision for welcoming children who are newly arrived from abroad, including refugees.

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