Research School Network: English and Early Years: Primary Subject Leader Network 2026/27 A great opportunity to reflect on excellence in practice and continue to grow as leaders of learning in our settings

Our Primary Subject Leader Network provides an opportunity for subject leaders to keep up to date with current thinking about the development of their subject and to network, discuss central themes and share good practice.

Are you a Primary Subject Leader looking to drive improvement, deepen your subject expertise, and collaborate with peers?

Get on board with Derby Research School’s Primary Subject Leader Networks — a dedicated community focused on subject leadership excellence.

> Four subject-focused sessions across the school year
> Practical, research-informed CPD linked to current evidence and policy
> Opportunities to discuss real challenges and develop actionable plans
> Network with local/​regional primary leaders and subject specialists

> Boost your subject knowledge with evidence-informed approaches and practical strategies
> Collaborate with peers across Derby and beyond to share ideas and solve challenges
> Access expert guidance tailored to your subject and phase
> Stay ahead of curriculum developments and leadership best practices
> Enhance pupil outcomes through focused, sustained subject leadership

Primary subject leaders, curriculum leads, heads of department, and school leaders keen to develop skills, share evidence-based strategies, and improve pupil outcomes through strong subject leadership.