In-person National Conference
Date: 7th December 2026
Venue: Friends House, Euston, London, NW1 2BJ.
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming EQUALS National Conference, bringing together educators, leaders, and specialists to explore the evolving landscape of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The DfE Enrichment Framework Through a Lens of SEND & Inclusion
Join us for an engaging and practical training session exploring the Department for Education’s Enrichment framework. Designed specifically through the lens of SEND and inclusion, this session unpacks the enrichment benchmarks and demonstrates how to bring them to life for learners with the most complex of needs. Colleagues will have the opportunity to examine the policy context, reflect on best practices, and discover tangible, real-world examples of how to make meaningful enrichment accessible and inspiring for every learner.
Conference Highlights:
- National Policy Insights: Examine significant policy updates, focusing on national inclusion standards and specialist provision packages.
- DfE Expert Perspectives: Hear directly from members of the Department for Education Expert Panel as they share their insights and strategic perspectives.
- Turning Policy into Practice: Discover how school and trust leaders are proactively and positively translating national policy into tangible, effective classroom practice.
- Connect & Collaborate: Enjoy dedicated opportunities to network with peers, share best practices, and explore national inclusion standards and specialist provision packages together.