Schools of Sanctuary meetings 2026 to 2027
A School of Sanctuary is committed to creating and embedding a culture of welcome, belonging and inclusion for everyone. By raising awareness of the experiences and realities of children seeking sanctuary, schools help foster empathy, kindness and understanding across their whole community. Join this free network session to hear how schools have successfully achieved School of Sanctuary status, share best practice with colleagues and explore practical ways to embed a welcoming ethos throughout your school.
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An Introduction to Schools of Sanctuary This session provides an overview of the Schools of Sanctuary initiative, exploring how schools can create a culture of welcome, understanding, and inclusion for those seeking sanctuary. Participants will learn about the principles that underpin a School of Sanctuary, the experiences of children and families seeking asylum, and practical ways to embed inclusive practices across the school community. The CPD aims to inspire and equip schools to begin their journey towards becoming a School of Sanctuary. Free for all Coventry school staff to attend |
Schools interested in applying for Schools of Sanctuary Award |
Microsoft Teams |
Thursday 17 September 4pm to 5pm |
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Schools of Sanctuary Network Meeting 1 A School of Sanctuary educates the whole school community about the experiences and realities of people who have been forced to flee to foster empathy and understanding. Join this session to share with colleagues your school’s journey to becoming a School of Sanctuary and how it is fostering a culture of welcome and safety for people seeking sanctuary. Free for all Coventry School staff to attend |
EAL Co-ordinators and Senior Leaders |
Edgewick Community Primary School |
Thursday 22 October 4pm to 5:30pm |
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Speak up for Sanctuary Speak Up for Sanctuary is a new CPD designed to equip school staff and other practitioners with relevant resources and strategies to speak up for the rights of children seeking sanctuary’s rights and to build welcoming and compassionate communities. The CPD covers how to: counter hostile rhetoric, foster empathy and understanding across the school community, create inclusive practices that support children and families seeking sanctuary, engage with MPs and candidates and safely challenge misinformation. The CPD is perfect for staff involved in the Schools of Sanctuary accreditation journey, SLTs, classroom practitioners, awarded organisations or anyone else hoping to turn their compassion into action. Free for all Coventry school staff to attend |
All school staff supporting sanctuary seeking pupils |
Council House Diamond Room 5 |
Tuesday 17 November 1.15pm to 3pm |
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Schools of Sanctuary Network Meeting 2 A School of Sanctuary educates the whole school community about the experiences and realities of people who have been forced to flee to foster empathy and understanding. Join this session to share with colleagues your school’s journey to becoming a School of Sanctuary and how it is fostering a culture of welcome and safety for people seeking sanctuary. Free for all Coventry School staff to attend |
EAL Co-ordinators and Senior Leaders |
TBA
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Tuesday 4 March 4pm to 5:30pm |
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Schools of Sanctuary Network Meeting 3 A School of Sanctuary educates the whole school community about the experiences and realities of people who have been forced to flee to foster empathy and understanding. Join this session to share with colleagues your school’s journey to becoming a School of Sanctuary and how it is fostering a culture of welcome and safety for people seeking sanctuary. Free for all Coventry school staff to attend |
EAL Co-ordinators and Senior Leaders | TBA |
Tuesday 18 May 4pm to 5:30pm |