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• EALD Lead Teacher Orientation

  • Start
    10 Feb 2026
  •  
  • End
    19 Aug 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Room 6 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton

  Register

  Intended Audience
  Teachers who are NEW* to the role of EALD Lead Teacher 

  Description

  This course assists teachers recently* appointed to specialist EALD positions, to develop understanding of their roles and responsibilities in schools, identify EALD learners, organise effective EALD support and build knowledge of EALD pedagogy.

  *Suitable for teachers who have taken on the EALD lead teacher responsibility within the last 1-2 years and those who are new in 2026.

  NB: Participation in (Learning English: Achievement and Proficiency) LEAP Levels workshops and data collection related sessions will be in addition to this course and require separate registration.

  Certificates of attendance will be provided after the second workshop.

  This workshop will take place over 2 half days and participation at both days is required

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers
  Standard 1: Know students and how they learn

  Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach it

  Standard 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning

  Standard 4: Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitator / Workshop Enquiries
  Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD
  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Tuesday 3 February 2026

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

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• LEAP Levels Writing Assessment for Learning (Years 2-12) – Early Term 1

  • Start
    12 Feb 2026
  •  
  • End
    13 Feb 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Rooms 7 & 8 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton
  • Spaces left
    32

  Register

  Intended Audience

  Teachers of EALD learners in Years 2 to 12
  (The focus will be on written language across all curriculum areas)

  Notes:

  • Minimum 15 registrations required for the workshop to proceed
  • For non-CESA schools: $75 registration fee (invoiced after the event)

  Workshop Overview

  The Learning English: Achievement and Proficiency (LEAP) Levels tool supports teachers to formatively assess EALD students’ English proficiency using written and oral language samples from across the curriculum.

  Aligned with the Australian Curriculum Literacy Progressions, the LEAP Levels help teachers identify what learners can do, determine next steps for learning, and monitor progress over time.

  Teachers conducting EALD assessments for CESA funding allocations must complete relevant professional learning in using the LEAP Levels.

  Participants who have previously attended LEAP workshops are welcome to join as a refresher.

  Workshop Focus (2 Consecutive Days)
  Participants will:

  • Understand the structure and key elements of LEAP Levels 6–12
  • Explore how language patterns create meaning in texts
  • Identify key language features in student writing
  • Confidently assign LEAP Levels and set language learning goals

  Preparatory work for Day 1 will be provided in advance.

  Attendance at both days is required, as the content learning is cumulative.

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers

  Standard 5: Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitator & Workshop Enquiries

  Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD

  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Wednesday 11 February 2026

  This workshop will be repeated in late Term 1, which requires separate registration.

  ** BYO Morning Tea  /  Lunch will be provided **
  

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  NB: If you need to learn about assessing oral language of students in R-1, please CLICK HERE to register for the session, which will be held on 20 May 2026.

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

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• EALD Lead Teacher Network 2026

  • Start
    24 Feb 2026
  •  
  • End
    04 Nov 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Rooms 7 & 8 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton

  Register

  Intended Audience

  EALD Teachers and Coordinators

  Description

  The EALD Lead Teacher Network brings together teachers who are leading EALD assessment, learning and improvement in their schools. The network fosters professional learning partnerships that aspire for EALD learners to be thriving and capable, with a focus on the commitments and actions of the CESA EALD Strategy.

  Teachers—both new and experienced—with specific responsibility for EALD learners are warmly invited and strongly encouraged to attend the 2026 professional learning network days.

  Network Focus

  • Deepening engagement with the CESA EALD Strategy
  • Sharing of effective EALD language and literacy practices, with differentiation for primary and secondary contexts where appropriate
  • Developing leadership capacity for strategic improvement in EALD education

  Commitment

  • Your registration assumes a commitment to attending all three network meetings scheduled for Terms 1, 3, and 4.

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers

  Standard 1: Know students and how they learn

  Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach it

  Standard 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning

  Standard 4: Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments

  Standard 5: Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  
  

  Facilitator / Workshop Enquiries

  Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD

  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Tuesday 17 February 2026

  ** BYO Morning Tea  /  Lunch will be provided **
  

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

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• Implementing Composing Written Texts R-6: Practical Strategies for Primary Teachers (Term 1)

  • When
    03 Mar 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 4:45 PM
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Rooms 7 & 8 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton

  Register

  Intended Audience
  Primary Classroom Teachers (Reception - Year 6)

  Leaders of Learning and EALD Teachers

  This workshop will be repeated on 23 June 2026

  Overview

  This half-day workshop, offered in Term 1 and repeated in Term 2, introduces primary teachers to the newly revised Composing Written Texts R-6 resource, designed to support explicit and effective writing instruction across the Australian Curriculum. The session will unpack the resource’s model texts, and practical strategies within a scaffolding teaching–learning cycle, equipping teachers to confidently teach a range of text types and develop students’ writing proficiency.

  Workshop Focus

  • Understanding the structure and intent of the resource: Explore Composing Written Texts R-6 (Ed 3), which aligns with Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 and the LEAP Levels framework. Learn how the resource supports the explicit teaching of writing across the year, with model texts mapped to curriculum content and linguistic development.
  • The Teaching–Learning Cycle: Experience the five-stage cycle (setting the context, supported reading and viewing, knowledge about how texts work, supported writing, and independent writing) and how it scaffolds students for success.
  • Practical Strategies: Engage with classroom-ready strategies for teaching the language features of different text types. Learn how to use annotated model texts and collaborative activities to build students’ knowledge and confidence.

  
  

  Additional Information

  Please bring a copy of the Composing Written Texts R-6 resource

  • NB all CESA primary schools will be given a complimentary copy in January 2026.
  • For additional copies, the Order Form is on the EALD Learner Hub.
    

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers
  Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach it

  Standard 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitators: Kylie Pedler / Sharyn Clyma, EALD Lead Teachers

  Workshop Enquiries: Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD
  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Monday 23 February 2026

  ** A light lunch will be provided on arrival / BYO Snacks **

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

  Show details
• LEAP Levels Writing Assessment for Learning (Years 2-12) - Late Term 1

  • Start
    18 Mar 2026
  •  
  • End
    25 Mar 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Rooms 7 & 8 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton
  • Spaces left
    34

  Register

  Intended Audience
  Teachers of EALD learners in Years 2 to 12

  (The focus will be on written language across all curriculum areas)

  
  

  Notes:

  • Minimum 15 registrations required for the workshop to proceed
  • For non-CESA schools: $75 registration fee (invoiced after the event)

  Workshop Overview

  The Learning English: Achievement and Proficiency (LEAP) Levels tool supports teachers to formatively assess EALD students’ English proficiency using written (and oral) language samples from across the curriculum.

  Aligned with the Australian Curriculum Literacy Progressions, the LEAP Levels help teachers identify what learners can do, determine next steps for learning, and monitor progress over time.

  Additionally, teachers conducting EALD assessments for CESA funding allocations must have completed relevant professional learning in using the LEAP Levels.

  Participants who have previously attended LEAP workshops are welcome to join as a refresher.

  Workshop Focus (2 Days)
  Participants will:

  • Understand the structure and key elements of LEAP Levels 6–12
  • Explore how language patterns create meaning in texts
  • Identify key language features in student writing
  • Confidently assign LEAP Levels and set language learning goals

  Preparatory work for Day 1 will be provided in advance.
  

  Attendance at both days is required, as the content learning is cumulative.

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers
  Standard 5: Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitator & Workshop Enquiries

  Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD

  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Wednesday 11 March 2026

  NB: If you need to learn about assessing oral language of EALD students in R-1, please CLICK HERE to register for the session, which will be held on 20 May 2026. 

   Update link for 2026

  ** BYO Morning Tea  /  Lunch will be provided **

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

  Show details
• EALD Assessment Moderation

  • Start
    06 May 2026
  •  
  • End
    07 May 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Rooms 7 & 8 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton / Remote

  Register

  Intended Audience

  Primary and secondary teachers responsible for assessing EALD learners’ achievement and proficiency levels for the CESA EALD data collection

  Each school submitting EALD data must have at least one representative participate in the Assessment Moderation process, either onsite or remotely.
  

  
  

  Purposes of the EALD Assessment Moderation

  1. To ensure consistency and reliability of teacher judgements for the data collection.

  2. To provide dedicated time and space for collaborative or focused assessment
  

  Participation Options
  You may register to participate onsite (recommended) or remotely.
  

  Onsite Options
  

  • Wednesday 6 May
  • Thursday 7 May
  • Both days (6 & 7 May)

  Remote Option
  

  • Participate from your school over the course of the week.

  Onsite Details
  

  • Venue: Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Rooms 7 & 8
  • Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • • 9.00 am – 12:00 noon: Compulsory moderation tasks
    • Afternoon: Optional time for collaborative or individual assessment of your own writing samples

  Remote Details
  

  • Participate in moderation with your paired assessor while remaining at school.
  • You are encouraged to conduct moderation discussions with school-based colleagues.

  Remote Participation Timeline
  

  • Monday 4 May: Upload a writing sample to your school folder in EALD Network Teams.
  • Wednesday 6 – Thursday 7 May: Assess your partner school’s writing sample using the LEAP Levels (within 48 hours).
  • By 5:00 pm, Thursday 7 May: Upload your record of evidence sheet for comparison and follow-up discussion.

  Further procedural details will be provided to participants closer to the date.
  

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers
  Standard 5: Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitator / Workshop Enquiries

  Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD

  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Tuesday 28 April 2026

  ** BYO Morning Tea.   Lunch will be provided **
  

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

  
  

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• LEAP Levels Oral Language Assessment for Learning (Years R-1)

  • When
    20 May 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Room 6 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton
  • Spaces left
    29

  Register

  Intended Audience
  Teachers of EALD Learners in Years R-1 or 2
  

  Notes:

  • Minimum 15 registrations required for the workshop to proceed
  • For non-CESA schools: $40 registration fee (invoiced after the event)

  Workshop Overview

  The Learning English: Achievement and Proficiency (LEAP) Levels is the tool teachers use to formatively assess the Standard Australian English (SAE) proficiency of EALD learners. Aligned with the Australian Curriculum Literacy Progressions, it supports assessment of oral and written language across all curriculum areas. The LEAP Levels help teachers identify what learners know, what they need to learn next, and to monitor their progress.

  Additionally, schools submitting EALD data for CESA funding must ensure that teachers conducting these assessments have completed relevant professional learning in using the LEAP Levels.

  This one-day workshop will focus on:

  • building knowledge about the language/grammar of the LEAP Levels 1-6 language [oral and early writing],
  • applying this knowledge through guided, collaborative and independent use of the LEAP Levels to assess samples of language and identify learning goals and
  • oral language and early/emergent writing.

  Preparatory work for Day 1 will be provided in advance.

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers
  Standard 5: Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning
  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitator / Workshop Enquiries
  Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD
  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Wednesday 13 May 2026

  ** BYO Morning Tea / Lunch will be provided **

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

  Show details
• Implementing Composing Written Texts R-6: Practical Strategies for Primary Teachers (Term 2)

  • When
    23 Jun 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 4:45 PM
  • Location
    Catholic Education Office, Conference Centre Room 6 @ 116 George Street, Thebarton

  Register

  Intended Audience
  Primary Classroom Teachers (Reception - Year 6)

  Leaders of Learning and EALD Teachers

  Overview

  This half-day workshop, offered in Term 1 and repeated in Term 2, introduces primary teachers to the newly revised Composing Written Texts R-6 resource, designed to support explicit and effective writing instruction across the Australian Curriculum. The session will unpack the resource’s model texts, and practical strategies within a scaffolding teaching–learning cycle, equipping teachers to confidently teach a range of text types and develop students’ writing proficiency.

  Workshop Focus

  • Understanding the structure and intent of the resource: Explore Composing Written Texts R-6 (Ed 3), which aligns with Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 and the LEAP Levels framework. Learn how the resource supports the explicit teaching of writing across the year, with model texts mapped to curriculum content and linguistic development.
  • The Teaching–Learning Cycle: Experience the five-stage cycle (setting the context, supported reading and viewing, knowledge about how texts work, supported writing, and independent writing) and how it scaffolds students for success.
  • Practical Strategies: Engage with classroom-ready strategies for teaching the language features of different text types. Learn how to use annotated model texts and collaborative activities to build students’ knowledge and confidence.

  Additional Information

  Please bring a copy of the Composing Written Texts R-6 resource

  • NB all CESA primary schools will be given a complimentary copy in January 2026.
  • For additional copies, the Order Form is on the EALD Learner Hub.
    

  AITSL National Professional Standards for Teachers
  Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach it

  Standard 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning

  Standard 6: Engage in professional learning

  Facilitators: Kylie Pedler / Sharyn Clyma, EALD Lead Teachers

  Workshop Enquiries: Chris Payne - Education Advisor, EALD
  chris.payne@cesa.catholic.edu.au / T: 8301 6613

  Registration Enquiries: adeline.mcloughlin@cesa.catholic.edu.au

  Deadline for Registration: COB Monday 15 June 2026

  ** A light lunch will be provided on arrival / BYO Snacks **

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  For general EALD information, resources and self-paced online professional learning modules, please visit https://cesacatholic.sharepoint.com/sites/EALLearner

  CESA Registration Centre Membership is required, to register for this workshop. If you have changed schools since your last event registration, please update your membership details.

  If you are not a member, please CLICK HERE to sign up for membership.

  Show details