RISE Universal Offer

The RISE Universal Offer provides CPD opportunities to schools across the East of England.

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RISE Networks - East of England:

Reducing the Disadvantage Gap - Reception Year Showcases:

This network is co-ordinated by Meridian Trust.

A series of events took place in the spring term. It is hoped that some further showcase events will be possible in the summer or autumn terms. If you are interested in either hosting or attending a showcase please register your interest using the links below:

Register your interest in hosting a showcase

Register your interest in attending a showcase

Questions or queries? Please contact Mark Lambell - mlambell@meridiantrust.co.uk

Further resources are available from the DfE website:

DfE Reception Quality webinar series – autumn 2025 DfE Reception Improvement Offer

KS2 Attainment Network

This network is co-ordinated by REAch2 Academy Trust.

The KS2 Attainment Network, also known as the RISE East of England Teaching Exchange, brings together schools, trusts and leaders into a regional network, supporting collaboration and shared learning alongside KS2 practice support. The Exchange is delivering a coordinated programme of webinars designed to provide clear, practical support for schools to raise Year 6 attainment.

It is hoped further sessions will be possible in the summer or autumn terms.

Find out more about the KS2 Attainment Network

KS4 Attainment Network

This network is co-ordinated by Chiltern Learning Trust.

The KS4 Attainment Network aims to connect schools, trusts and leaders through collaborative, themed conferences that focus on practical solutions for long-term impact. The conference series is designed to share proven strategies, resources and expert insights that help schools tackle key challenges in raising attainment.

Upcoming events:

Marginal gains in the last months of Year 11 on 5 February 2026

A day packed full of strategies, resources and advice about how to maximise those last few months before the exams.

Getting reading right in Key stage 3 on 2 March 2026

This event focuses on investing in Key stage 3 with a focus on the teaching of reading.

Designing and delivering great professional development 24 March 2026

We know that long-term improvement is about investing in improving teachers over the long term. This conference focuses on how to design and deliver truly impactful CPD.

LISTEN TO THE IMPROVING DISADVANTAGED OUTCOMES PODCAST