September 2026
Tue 22 Sep 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Wed 23 Sep 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
October 2026
Wed 14 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours)
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.
November 2026
Tue 10 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.
Wed 11 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Thu 12 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Tue 17 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs), Junior/ Prep Subject Coordinators, Subject Leads and aspiring HoDs or Junior/Prep Subject Coordinators, Subject Leads, in schools of The Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC) and The Girls’ School Association (GSA). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.
Tue 17 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Tue 17 Nov 2026
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM (3 hours)
This course is for: Heads and members of Senior Leadership Teams in HMC and other independent schools.
Wed 18 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
The Independent Schools’ Qualification in Academic Management (ISQAM) is a development programme for Heads of Academic Departments (HoDs), Junior/ Prep Subject Coordinators, Subject Leads and aspiring HoDs or Junior/Prep Subject Coordinators, Subject Leads, in schools of The Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.
Thu 19 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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). Please read the full details below before making any bookings.
Tue 24 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Wed 25 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
The PLQJ is a development programme designed for pastoral middle leaders in HMC junior/ prep schools e.g. Heads of Year, Key Stage Leads, and Assistant Heads, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day) etc. Please read the full details below before making any bookings.
Wed 25 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
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.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours)
The PLQJ is a development programme designed for pastoral middle leaders in HMC junior/ prep schools e.g. Heads of Year, Key Stage Leads, and Assistant Heads, Heads of Section, Heads of House (Boarding and Day) etc. Please read the full details below before making any bookings.
December 2026
Wed 2 Dec 2026
1 day, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours)
This one day Youth MHFA qualification will equip participants with the skills to recognise, understand, and respond to signs of mental health issues, offering initial support and guiding individuals toward appropriate help.
January 2027
February 2027
Thu 25 Feb 2027
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours)
This Conference is for those with a responsibility for Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE)
March 2027
Tue 16 Mar 2027
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours)
This course will: explore themes and issues relating specifically to women who are current and aspiring middle and senior leaders in schools
May 2027
Wed 5 May 2027
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM (3 hours)
This course is for: Aspiring Deputy Heads, Directors of Studies, Assistant Heads, and other senior leadership posts
Thu 13 May 2027
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (6 hours 30 minutes)
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.
June 2027
Wed 9 Jun 2027
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM (3 hours)
This course is for: Heads and members of Senior Leadership Teams in HMC and other independent schools.
