Leaders Live
Insights, strategies and ideas on the topics that matter
The Leaders Live Series are expert-led webinars, giving you actionable insights into the most pressing issues in education today.
From current challenges and best practice to new policies, these sessions provide the information and practical ideas to help you navigate educational challenges. Whatever your role within education is, our webinars offer valuable guidance to support your professional growth.
Register now to access practical advice from experienced leaders.
What you'll gain
Engage with SIMS experts during live Q&A sessions
Gain valuable insights from school leaders who have successfully implemented new policies and innovations
Discover best practices and innovative approaches for measurable success
What to expect
Led by education experts Louise Pink, SIMS Education Specialist and former Primary Headteacher with over 25 years of experience in leadership, safeguarding, and SENDCo, and Stephen Long, Partner Manager at ESS and former teacher, school leader, and educational consultant, these webinars are designed to equip school leaders with the latest insights, strategies, and tools to navigate the ever-evolving educational landscape.
- Stay up-to-date: Gain a deeper understanding of policy changes, innovative strategies, and technological trends that are reshaping the education landscape.
- Actionable insights: Each webinar offers expert guidance on key challenges and opportunities in the education sector, enabling you to apply these insights in your role straight away.
- Exclusive access to experts: Engage directly with education leaders and innovators, and benefit from their first-hand knowledge to inform your decision-making.
- Practical strategies: Leave each session with clear, actionable strategies that can be applied immediately position your school for future success.
- Nurturing minds: Strategies for educators' wellbeing in the New Year
- Practical self-care strategies to foster resilience and balance.
- Tips for creating a supportive and positive workplace culture.
- Inspiration to prioritise wellbeing in 2025.
- Reading for life: Building a strong reading culture in your school
- Strategies for embedding reading into daily school life.
- Creative ways to engage students and staff in the joy of reading.
- Long-term benefits of a reading-focused school culture.
- Beyond academics: Enriching education with life skills and experiences
- How to integrate enrichment programs into your curriculum.
- Insights into impactful frameworks like the Duke of Edinburgh programme.
- Real-world examples of schools enriching students’ lives beyond academics.
- Smart budgeting in schools: Navigating funding and maximising impact
- Creative financial strategies for school leaders.
- Tips for pooling resources and fixed-cost funding models.
- Practical advice on maximising funding impact.
Date: 30 January 2025
Time: 10:00 GMT
As the new year begins, supporting the mental health and wellbeing of educators is more important than ever. Join us for this inspiring session where we’ll explore how to help school staff recharge after the holiday season and manage the unique stresses of the school environment during the winter months.
What you'll gain:
Equip yourself with tools to cultivate a healthier, more supportive school community.
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Date: 06 March 2025
Time: 10:00 GMT
As World Book Day comes around again, learn how to nurture a lasting love for reading in your school. Go beyond the one-day celebrations and discover ways to create a vibrant, engaging reading culture that inspires students year-round.
Highlights include:
Celebrate World Book Day by igniting a passion for reading in every student.
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Date: 08 May 2025
Time: 10:00 GMT
True education extends beyond the classroom. This webinar focuses on the critical role of life skills and personal development in shaping well-rounded students. Discover how activities like arts, cultural engagement, and community projects can inspire growth and real-world readiness.
What you'll discover:
Help students thrive in school and beyond.
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Date: 19 June 2025
Time: 10:00 GMT
Effectively managing tight budgets is a growing challenge for schools. This webinar explores innovative strategies for optimising resources and navigating financial constraints while maintaining quality education.
Key topics covered:
Gain the insights you need to make every penny count.
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