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Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 2: Work of the Education Committee

Recording of the webinar that was originally held on Monday 25 November 2024.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 3: Strategic Development Planning

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Strategic Development Planning.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 4: What Makes a Good Board?

Recording of the webinar originally held on Monday 13 January 2025 This webinar is for governors of schools in HMC and/or AGBIS membership.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 5: What Makes a Good Finance and General Purposes Committee?

The recording of the webinar originally held on 10 February 2025. This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme Webinar 6 : Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The recording of the webinar originally held on 10 March 2025. This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

AGBIS/HMC/ISBA Heads, Governors and Bursars’ Conference - Wednesday 12 November 2025 (BMA House, London)

AI in Education Conference -Wednesday 15 October 2025 (London Venue, TBC)

This Conference will explore the practicalities and possibilities of AI within schools and the wider education context. This Conference is for senior leaders in HMC schools.

Aspiring Heads' Programme Day 1 - 15 October 2025

The year-long AHP is designed for senior leaders in HMC schools (in the UK and internationally) who are aspiring to headship, with a view to ideally securing their first headship within the next 18 months. Participants must have secured the support of their Head in order to undertake this course and their Head must be willing to act as mentor during the course. Please speak to your Head about this before making a booking. Please read the details below before making any bookings.

Co-curricular Deputy Heads' Conference - Thursday 21 May 2026 (Venue TBC)

This conference aims to: Focus on the key issues for HMC Deputy and Assistant Heads and to provide an opportunity to network and share good practice. This conference is for: Deputy and Assistant Heads with Co-Curricular responsibilities in HMC and other independent schools.

Conference for Academic Deputy Heads and Directors of Studies - Thursday 13 - Saturday 15 November 2025 (Crowne Plaza, Stratford Upon Avon)

This conference aims to: Focus on the key issues in improving learning and teaching for those who have responsibility for the school curriculum and academic matters.

Conference for Heads of Sixth Form - Thursday 22 January 2026 (Thistle London Marble Arch)

This conference aims to: Provide the opportunity for Heads of Sixth Form to hear the latest developments from leading professionals and to discuss issues and share good practice with peers from other schools.

Conference for Heads' PAs - Thursday 14 May - Friday 15 May 2026 (Venue TBC)

This conference aims to: Provide the opportunity for Heads’ PAs to meet and share ideas about best practice and be updated by listening to presentations from leading figures in the field.

Deputy Heads' Conference - Sunday 7 June -Tuesday 9 June 2026 (St Paul's Hotel, Sheffield)

This conference aims to: Focus on the key issues for HMC Deputy Heads and provide an opportunity to network and share good practice.

Deputy Junior Heads' Conference - Wednesday 4 March 2026 (Venue TBC)

Deputy Junior Heads 

Employment Law for Heads and Senior Leaders Wednesday - 8 October 2025 (Broadway House, London)

This lively and highly interactive course is for: Heads of HMC and other independent schools, and members of school Senior Leadership Teams.

Employment Law Masterclass - Wednesday 19 November 2025 (Online)

This course is for: Experienced Heads and Senior Leaders who already have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of employment law and are looking to deepen their knowledge of more complex, real-world staffing challenges. It’s ideal for those in leadership roles who are responsible for managing staff and employment-related decisions — and who want to stay informed, confident, and proactive in navigating nuanced legal issues in schools.

Exploring Cross-Sector Partnerships - Thursday 5 February 2026 (HMC, 12 The Point, Market Harborough)

This course is for: Independent schools who are looking to initiate or expand collaborations with state schools. Those with responsibility for partnerships: Heads of Partnerships/Outreach/ Community Engagement, Heads, Deputies, Development Directors and External Relations Directors.

Good Governance Programme: Module 3b: Strategic Development Planning - Topical Considerations - Monday 2 March 2026 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Good Governance Programme: Module 1: Governance structures and processes - Monday 24 November 2025 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Good Governance Programme: Module 2: Roles, responsibilities and relationships - Monday 12 January 2026 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

GSA/HMC University Admissions Conference - Wednesday 5 November 2025 (Online)

This Conference is for Heads of Sixth Form; UCAS advisers and similar roles in HMC, GSA and other independent schools HMC members are eligible for the GSA Member discount. Bookings should be made via the GSA website, details below.

Heads of PSHE Conference - Thursday 5 March 2026 (Venue TBC)

This Conference is for those with a responsibility for Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE)

HMC/IDPE School Partnerships and Bursaries Conference - Wednesday 28 January 2026 (BMA House, London)

This conference is for heads, bursars, governors, directors of development and directors of partnerships or community engagement, from both schools with established bursary and partnership programmes, and those just starting out.

Introduction to Leadership Coaching - Monday 24 November 2025 (Caterham School Surrey))

This course is for: Senior and middle managers who are either new to coaching or have some experience.

ISQAM Level 1 (Junior Cluster) Day 1 - 18 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) and The Girls’ School Association (GSA). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

ISQAM Level 1 (London Cluster 1) Day 1 - 23 September 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) and The Girls’ School Association (GSA). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

ISQAM Level 1 (London Cluster 2) Day 1 - 11 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) and The Girls’ School Association (GSA). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

ISQAM Level 1 (Midlands Cluster) Day 1 - 5 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) and The Girls’ School Association (GSA). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

ISQAM Level 1 (Online Cluster) Session 1 - 25 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) and The Girls’ School Association (GSA). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

ISQAM Level 2 (Junior Cluster) Day 1 - 19 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) .

ISQAM Level 2 (London Cluster) Day 1 - 13 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) .

ISQAM Level 2 (Online Cluster) Session 1 - 20 November 2025

The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs) and aspiring HoDs in schools of The Heads’ Conference (HMC) .

Junior Heads' Conference - Wednesday 11 March - Thursday 12 March 2026 (Venue, TBC)

This course is for Junior Heads.

Managing Challenging Conversations - Wednesday 12 November 2025 (London Venue, TBC)

This course aims to: Build confidence and skills to help people to have honest, constructive conversations that support positive outcomes

Managing Challenging Conversations - Wednesday 14 January 2026 (HMC, 12 The Point, Market Harborough)

This course is for: Middle Leaders and those aspiring to Middle Leadership positions

Managing Challenging Conversations - Wednesday 20 May 2026 (Broadway House, London)

This course is for: Middle Leaders and those aspiring to Middle Leadership positions

Online Training for New ISQAM & PLQ Mentors 18 September 2025

An online introduction to coaching and mentoring techniques for new mentors supporting participants on the ISQAM & PLQ programmes.

PLQ Level 1 (Junior Cluster) Day 1 - 26 November 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 1 (London Cluster 1) Day 1 - 24 September 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 1 (London Cluster 2) Day 1 - 16 October 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 1 (Midlands Cluster 1) Day 1 - 6 November 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 1 (Online Cluster) Session 1 - 27 November 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 2 (Junior Cluster) Day 1 - 27 November 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 2 (London Cluster) Day 1 - 12 November 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

PLQ Level 2 (Online Cluster) Session 1 - 19 November 2025

The HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification (PLQ) is a development programme for pastoral middle leaders in HMC member senior schools e.g. Heads of Year, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day), Heads of Pupil Support teams etc. The PLQ is designed and delivered in partnership with the UCL/Institute of Education (IOE). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.

Preparing for Headship - Tuesday 11 November 2025 (Online)

This course is for: Aspiring Heads of HMC and other independent schools.

Preparing for Senior Leadership - Thursday 27 November 2025 (Online)

This course is for: Aspiring Deputy Heads, Directors of Studies, Assistant Heads and other senior leadership roles.

Preparing for Senior Leadership - Tuesday 27 January 2026 (London Venue TBC)

Aspiring Deputy Heads, Directors of Studies, Assistant Heads, and other senior leadership posts

Preparing for Senior Leadership - Wednesday 6 May 2026 (Online)

This course is for: Aspiring Deputy Heads, Directors of Studies, Assistant Heads, and other senior leadership posts

Preparing to be a Pastoral Leader - Tuesday 13 January 2026 (London venue, TBC)

This course is for: Those who aspire to take up pastoral middle leadership roles in independent schools. Please note, the course content is designed primarily for aspiring leaders. Those who are in post may wish to consider the HMC Pastoral Leadership Qualification.

Preparing to Lead Academic Departments - Tuesday 10 March 2026 (Francis Holland School, Sloane Square)

This course is for: Aspiring Heads of Academic Departments and Heads of Academic Departments-designate.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme Webinar 7: What Does a Commitment to Delivering Public Benefit Look Like? - Monday 12 May 2025

The recording of the webinar originally held on 12 May 2025. This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Recording of AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: Webinar 1: An Overview Of Good Governance

The recording of the webinar originally held on Tuesday 8 October 2024 This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Senior Leadership Programme Day 1 - 16 October 2025

The year-long SLP is designed for senior leaders in HMC schools (in the UK and internationally) who are aspiring to a role in the senior leadership team (SLT), with a view to ideally securing their first SLT position within the next 18 months. Participants must have secured the support of their Head in order to undertake this course and their Head or a member of the SLT must be willing to act as mentor during the course. Please read the details below before making any bookings

Understanding School Finances - Thursday 11 June 2026 (Online)

This course is for: Heads and members of Senior Leadership Teams in HMC and other independent schools.

Wellbeing Conference for Heads and Senior Leaders - Thursday 26 February 2026 (Broadway House, London)

Heads and Senior Leaders

Women in Leadership Conference - Tuesday 17 March 2026 (Venue TBC)

This course will: explore themes and issues relating specifically to women who are current and aspiring middle and senior leaders in schools

AGBIS/HMC Good Governance Programme: What Makes a Good Relationship Between the Governors and Head? - Monday 2 June 2025 (Online)

This course is for Governors of schools in AGBIS and/or HMC membership.

Ask the Expert – Partnerships Surgery with Christina Astin - Thursday 22 May 2025 (Online)

For colleagues in HMC and other independent schools with partnerships work in their roles.

Co-curricular Deputy Heads' Conference - Thursday 22 May 2025 (Bede's School, Sussex)

Focus on the key issues for HMC Deputy and Assistant Heads and to provide an opportunity to network and share good practice. This conference is for: Deputy and Assistant Heads with Co-Curricular responsibilities in HMC and other independent schools.