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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Welcome to the first edition of the Grand Union LN newsletter for the new academic year. We hope you have had a successful start to term and are looking forward to another exciting year of language learning opportunities. Happy reading 📖 grandunionlanguagehub.tgacademy.org.uk/files/2026/0...

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Join the Swanswell Language Network for low-prep, high-impact activities that schools can implement straight away. Share ideas, gain inspiration, and connect with fellow language educators. 📅 8 Sept | 15.30-16.45 📝 Register Now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #EuropeanDayOfLanguages #MFL

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

☀️ Have a great summer! ☀️ Thank you to all teachers, educators and school leaders for your engagement this year. If you're looking for some holiday inspiration, explore fantastic resources from: 📚 NCLE: ncle.ucl.ac.uk 🌍 Grand Union Language Network: lnkd.in/edqxgwsa See you in September 😎

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The latest Grand Union Language Network newsletter is now available, featuring a range of updates and opportunities for language teachers and leaders Highlights: Support a national SEND in Languages research project Practical resources & CPD Fresh ideas for KS2–KS3 transition tinyurl.com/2snm52hn

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Leading languages is a national priority at this time when languages face significant challenges across the sector. The NCLE offer a Languages Leadership module on LEO which explores what it means to lead languages effectively. Explore more: ncle.ucl.ac.uk/language-edu...

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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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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Alongside the guidance, @theeef.bsky.social has published practical training resources to support implementation — including scenario-based materials to help bring the evidence to life in classrooms.

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Webinar alert🚨 What does the future hold for languages education? Join chair Vicky Gough (British Council) and report authors (Queen’s University Belfast) and be the first to hear the results of the Language Trends England survey for 2026. Register here 👉 ncle.ucl.ac.uk/ncle-cpd-web...

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

📰 The latest Grand Union Language Network newsletter (June 2026) is now available, featuring a range of updates and opportunities for language teachers and leaders. ▶️https://heyzine.com/flip-book/1cd98e27ed.html #mfl #languages @trentandtame.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social @swanswell.bsky.social

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Tudor Grange Research School @tgresearchsch.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Fully funded CPD for leaders in all educational settings - sign up today: researchschool.org.uk/tudor-grange...

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Making School Programmes Stick

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Bradford Research School @bradresearchsch.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Implementation Decisions: Problems and Context What’s the problem, and what’s already going on? researchschool.org.uk/bradford/new...

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Implementation Decisions: Problems and Context

A new blog series around the EEF's tool for making evidence-informed implementation decisions

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Join the Grand Union LN Team in Birmingham on 16 June at the ASCL Conference for Strategic Leadership of Languages. Find out more 👉 www.ascl.org.uk/langconf

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Education Endowment Foundation @theeef.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Strengthening teaching isn’t always about doing something new. Often it’s refining what you already do. Small changes → clearer responses → better learning. What’s one routine you’ve refined recently? 👉 eef.li/Sdqq6S

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Tudor Grange Teaching School Hub @tudorgrangetsh.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Catch up with all the news from Little Sutton English Hub. Schools can register their interest in a support programme for 2026 spanning Reception to KS3, plus a closer look at the new white paper and what it means for the implementation of the Writing Framework ▶️ heyzine.com/flip-book/28...

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Free GCHQ Virtual Language Outreach sessions aimed at Year 8/9s During this one-hour long session your pupils will hear about the importance of languages, GCHQ and the work our Language Analysts do, take part in an activity and have a chance to ask questions. Register today: buff.ly/kKXbRnW

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

NCLE Symposium: AI and Languages Education All 10 AI Symposium presentations, including access to the recording and downloadable PowerPoint slides for each session from the event are available. Start watching today 👉️ buff.ly/Zjfh3rR #AI #Languages #MFL #NCLE

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NCLE Symposium: AI and Languages Education

How can we best harness the capabilities of AI tools while retaining the specific strengths and advantages of human-mediated approaches? NCLE was delighted to host an AI Symposium in November 2025…

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Why you matter. Why languages matter. And what we must do together Bernardette Holmes MBE joined Vicky Gough from the British Council and Andrea Pfeil from the Goethe-Institut to open ALL’s Language World conference with a rallying call to all languages teachers and Headteachers 👉️ buff.ly/g7f23hH

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Why you matter. Why languages matter. And what we must do together.

NCLE Director and Honorary Professor Bernardette Holmes MBE joined NCLE Consortium Partners Vicky Gough from the British Council, and Andrea Pfeil from the Goethe-Institut, to open ALL’s Language…

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Employ a language assistant at your school, college or university Learn more 👉️ buff.ly/KSX54nZ

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Sign up - it's nearly time for our webinar - 4 March, 3.30pm on Teams There is still time to register for our free webinar, Exploring Language Curriculum Models. Register here: buff.ly/CbcWRlt We can't wait to see you 😁

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Register for our free webinar on 4 March Exploring Language Curriculum Models. We explore how specific school contexts choose to navigate the MFL curriculum and the impact each model has on student engagement, success and other logistical and financial impact on the school itself. buff.ly/CbcWRlt

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Join us for our next webinar, Exploring Language Curriculum Models We will explore how specific school contexts choose to navigate the MFL curriculum and the impact each model has on student engagement, success and other logistical and financial impact on the school itself. ➡️ buff.ly/j3fvczk

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Celebrate Speaking - a celebration of languages in education and community through speaking and performance Each February a festival of language is held when your students can show off their language skills. Read more - buff.ly/tWePf6I

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Are you teaching languages in a primary, secondary, or heritage/community setting? Join your local NCLE Language Network to access research insights, facilitated CPD opportunities and connect with colleagues in your region.

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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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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Start 2026 with some excellent CPD Supporting Home Language Qualifications at GCSE is packed with advice on how to support pupils who intend to take an additional GCSE in their home language. 14 January, 3.30pm online Register here 👉 buff.ly/4qdrdS5 #languages #MFL #NCLE

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

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

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The GCHQ National Language Competition

All you need to know about the GCHQ National Language Competition

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Newsletter alert 👏 Take a break and read the latest Grand Union newsletter 👉 buff.ly/Ed2bHFB

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Tudor Grange Research School @tgresearchsch.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

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

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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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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

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...

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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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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

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

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Language Educators Online

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

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

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ÖkoScoop Competition - German meets Sustainability - Goethe-Institut United Kingdom

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

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

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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

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

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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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Grand Union Language Network @grandunionln.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

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

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