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• Welsh Government education news
• Partner updates
• Health and wellbeing
• Events

Written Statement: Teacher pay award 2026 to 2027 Statement from Anna Brychan MS, Cabinet Minister for Education and the Welsh Language, on the latest teacher pay award.

National Support Programme for Curriculum and Assessment Design Strengthen curriculum development in your school or setting. The programme offers practical guidance, collaborative professional learning, access to Curriculum for Wales Design Institute resources, and expert coaching to support effective curriculum decision-making. Cohort 10 starts on 5 November 2026, with sessions held on Thursday afternoons. Register now to secure your placeRegister now to secure your place.

New resources to help learners explore the legacy of the Aberfan disaster As Wales marks the anniversary of the Aberfan disaster in October, new digital learning resources are available from Amgueddfa Cymru and The National Library of Wales. These resources offer schools an opportunity to explore this significant event in Welsh history with care and sensitivity.

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Welsh Government education news

Personalised Assessments: key reminders and resources for 2026 to 2027

Some helpful resources for completing your personalised assessments this academic year.

Foundation learning pedagogy and practice monthly update October 2026: curriculum

Practical resources and professional learning to support inclusive child-centred pedagogy, reflective planning, curriculum development and practice in settings across Wales.

Update on the future of the Professional Learning Passport (PLP)

Now that Dysgu, our national professional learning and leadership body, has been established, responsibility for the PLP will transfer from the Education Workforce Council (EWC) to Dysgu from September 2028. See the draft high-level project plan for the transition. Any queries, please contact: IsadranYmarferwyrYsgolion@llyw.cymru

Welsh Government response to Estyn report "Post-16 attendance and participation"

Welsh Government response to Estyn report "Known, included and ambitious: promoting the education of care-experienced learners"

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Partner updates

Dysgu: Welsh teachers in English-medium secondary schools roadshow

2 to 10 November, locations across Wales

Join us for a practical professional learning session focused on effective language-learning pedagogy.

There will be an opportunity to:

• Explore new resources and approaches
• Reflect on your practice and share experiences
• Develop practical ideas to use in your school

Book your place today.

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Health and wellbeing

HPV vaccination programme: school communication toolkit

The toolkit makes it easier for schools to support the HPV vaccination programme and share clear, trusted information with learners, parents and carers.

Prepare for winter - don't forget your RSV vaccine

Pregnant people and other vulnerable groups are being urged to get the RSV vaccine.

Education Support: October Updates

Culture Development Service feedback: take a look at what schools in Wales are saying and sign up for this free funded programme today. 

TA and LSA workshops: we have recorded a range of free workshops specifically for TA's and LSA's in Wales which include Setting healthy boundaries; Staying connected to your purpose; Supporting your mental health and wellbeing, and Stress management & self-regulation.

Share the bilingual wellbeing toolkit with your TA’s and LSA’s: Download Toolkit.

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Events

Erasmus+ for Schools - organisations and local authorities

Online sessions on 4 and 5 November, for organisations and local authorities planning larger-scale schools’ applications.

Funded Intensive Learn Welsh Courses for Education sector Staff

Date: Academic Term 3, 2027

These are entry-proficiency level funded courses for the education sector, held during the third school term 2026-27.  A grant is available towards supply costs.

Further details on the Learn Welsh website.

European Film Festival for Welsh Schools

Schools across Wales can enjoy free access to inspiring films in Cymraeg, BSL, French, German and Spanish until 23 October 2026. Supported by classroom resources and a national film review competition, the festival offers an exciting opportunity to promote language learning. For further information visit the Central South Consortium webpage.

Adoption UK training for schools and settings

Free online sessions for schools and settings staff, starting on 3 November 2026. Explore why care experienced learners may have challenges in regulating their behaviour and the strategies to support them effectively and compassionately using a trauma informed approach.

Register on the Adoption UK website.

For any questions, please contact the AUK Education lead: Julie.moseley@adoptionuk.org.uk