We are pleased to share Hampshire's new resource, Practical Planning and Development of Inclusion Strategy for Hampshire Schools, developed to support schools in meeting the condition of the Department for Education's Inclusive Mainstream Fund (IMF) that all schools in receipt of the IMF must publish an Inclusion Strategy by 31 December 2026.

The document has been designed to support schools in developing a meaningful, evidence-informed Inclusion Strategy that reflects both national expectations and local priorities. Aligned with the Department for Education's principles of inclusion and Hampshire's Approach to Inclusion, it draws upon current evidence, research and effective practice while recognising that no two schools are the same.

To further support schools, we are also offering two free countywide Inclusion Strategy: Practical Planning and Development webinars:

·       Monday 23 November 2026, 3.00pm-4.30pm

·       Thursday 26 November 2026, 3.00pm-4.30pm

Book your place via our online booking form: Inclusion Strategy Practical Planning and Development Webinar 2026 – Fill in form

These webinars will provide an overview of the guidance document, explore the key messages and evidence base, highlight practical approaches to strategy development, and provide opportunities for discussion and reflection. They are suitable for headteachers, inclusion leaders, SENDCos and senior leaders with responsibility for inclusion.

We encourage all schools to engage with the guidance and take advantage of these support opportunities over the coming weeks. 

This course is designed for Designated Safeguarding Leads to provide the required more in-depth training on Prevent, including extremist and terrorist ideologies, how to make referrals and how to work with Channel panels. KCSIE recommends this training is updated at least every two years, enabling the lead to support other staff on Prevent matters and update them on relevant issues.   

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Preventing Radicalisation

Price: Sub £120 / SLA £65 / Full £140 

The Hampshire Primary Programme for those preparing for headship within the next two years. 

This professional development is designed to empower deputy headteachers, assistant headteachers and head of school leaders to have a sharper impact in their current roles and to prepare leaders for headship. 

The programme aims to develop aspiring headteachers by building the leadership skills, knowledge, understanding and confidence needed to take on this challenging and rewarding role. 

The programme will strengthen the impact of leaders within their current schools and give them the confidence, skills and knowledge to apply for, and successfully secure, a headship in the future.   

Search and book on the Learning Zone using keyword search: Aspiring Headteachers 2026

Price: Sub £565 / SLA £170 / Full £678 *split over two financial years