Cross-curricular Skills: Digital Competence Framework
Cross-curricular Skills: Digital Competence Framework
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Welcome to the professional learning page for digital competency. Our professional learning offer includes courses that aim to inspire purposeful professional learning that enhances classroom practice. Our courses aim to combine effective pedagogy with emerging technologies to empower teachers to enrich their learning environments.
Half-termly - Digital Learning Network Meetings
Half-termly - Digital Learning Network Meetings
These half-termly meetings provide Digital Learning Coordinators and other practitioners with a collaborative space to reflect, share best practices, and stay updated on the latest developments in Digital Learning.
Each session will have a topic of focus, which will be shared in the Half-termly Digital Learning newsletter. To receive the newsletter, please email ian.meredith@swansea.gov.uk.
Through interactive discussions, goal setting, and resource sharing, these meetings empower coordinators to refine their practice, build supportive networks, and implement strategies that lead to meaningful change in their schools.
Target Audience:
This series of meetings is primarily for Digital Learning Coordinators and leaders responsible for cross-curricular digital education within schools. However, other practitioners and school staff who would benefit from the discussions are also welcome to join.
Session Aims:
Share updates, new initiatives, and key information relevant to digital education.
Facilitate discussions on current challenges and opportunities within digital learning.
Provide a platform for sharing good practice and successful strategies for implementation.
Funding:
There will be no central funding available for these sessions.
Date(s)/Venue(s):
Autumn 1: Tuesday 7th October 2025 - 13:00 - 15:30 Click here to book - Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX
Autumn 2: Thursday 27th November 2025 - 09:30 - 12:00 Click here to book - Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX
Spring 1: Tuesday 10th February 2026 - 13:00 - 15:30 Click here to book - Sketty Hall, Sketty Ln, Sketty, Swansea SA2 8QF
Spring 2: Friday 20th March 2026 - 9:30 - 12:00 Click here to book - Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX
Summer 1: Monday 18th May 2026 - 12:30 - 15:00 Click here to book - Y Storfa, Princess Way, Swansea SA1 5HB
Summer 2: TBC
7th May 2026 - Developing Cross‑Curricular Computational Thinking
Developing Cross‑Curricular Computational Thinking: Progression & Authentic Contexts (PS2–4)
This professional learning session is designed to support teachers in developing learners’ computational thinking skills across the curriculum, with a clear focus on progression from Progression Step 2 to Progression Step 4. Participants will explore how computational thinking concepts can be embedded meaningfully across a range of learning areas and contexts.
The session will examine progression expectations within the Digital Competence Framework, highlighting how learners’ skills develop over time and how learning experiences can be designed to support continuity and challenge.
Target Audience:
Primary and Secondary teachers looking to embed cross‑curricular computational thinking across AoLEs (PS2–PS4).
Session Aims:
Understand progression in computational thinking from Progression Step 2 to Progression Step 4
Identify authentic, cross‑curricular contexts for developing computational thinking
Design learning experiences that support progression across the curriculum
Funding:
£250 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided. Funded places are limited.
Date(s) / Venue(s):
7th May 2026 – Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX
9.30am – 3.00pm
Booking link:
3rd July 2026 - Using Google AI Tools via Hwb
Using Google AI Tools via Hwb: Supporting Teaching, Learning, and Professional Practice
This professional learning workshop is designed to support teachers in understanding and making effective use of the Google AI tools available through Hwb. Participants will explore how these tools can be used responsibly to support teaching, learning, and professional practice.
The session will provide an overview of the Google AI tools accessible via Hwb and consider practical classroom and school‑level applications. Teachers will explore appropriate use cases, ethical considerations, and ways to integrate these tools into their safe digital practice.
Target Audience:
Primary and Secondary teachers interested in exploring the use of Google AI tools available through Hwb to support teaching and learning.
Session Aims:
Develop an understanding of the Google AI tools available via Hwb
Explore potential uses of Google AI tools in educational contexts
Identify opportunities to support teaching, learning, and professional practice
Funding:
£150 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided. Funded places are limited.
Date(s) / Venue(s):
3rd July 2026 – Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX
9.30am – 12.00pm
Booking link:
⬇️ Past Professional Learning sessions ⬇️
⬇️ Past Professional Learning sessions ⬇️
Harnessing Emerging Technologies in Education: AI Policy and Innovative Practices
Harnessing Emerging Technologies in Education: AI Policy and Innovative Practices
This professional learning event is designed to provide educators with valuable insights into the use of emerging technologies in teaching and learning. The session will focus on understanding AI policies and guidance, exploring innovative practices that can enhance educational outcomes and reduce workload. Participants will gain practical knowledge on integrating these technologies into their classrooms to foster a more efficient and engaging learning environment.
Target Audience:
Primary and Secondary senior/digital leads with responsibility for embedding digital practice across their settings.
Session Aims:
Understand the need for policy and guidance when using AI in schools.
Discover innovative practices to enhance teaching and learning.
Explore ways to reduce workload to “work smarter, not harder”
Funding:
£250 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided - funded places are limited.
Date(s)/Venue(s):
Friday 6th February 2026
The Waterfront Community Church, Swansea. SA1 8QY
9.30am - 3.00pm
Booking link: Click here to book
Progression through the DCF Producing Strand with Adobe Express [Primary]
Progression through the DCF Producing Strand with Adobe Express [Primary]
Join Meredudd from Adobe to get hands-on with Adobe Express (free for all users through Hwb) and learn how to develop skills and show progression through PS1-3 when creating graphic designs, videos and more!
Target Audience:
Primary teachers who are looking to for engaging ways to embed cross curricular digital skills into their curriculum.
Session Aims:
Develop a working knowledge of the digital tools available within Adobe Express
Explore ways to build progression in digital skills
Funding:
£150 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided - funded places are limited.
Date(s)/Venue(s):
Friday 16th January 2026
The Village Hotel, Swansea. SA1 8QY
9.30am - 12.00pm
Booking link: Click here to book
Dreamweaver deep-dive and Adobe CC skills for Secondary
Dreamweaver deep-dive and Adobe CC skills for Secondary
Join Meredudd from Adobe to learn how your pupils can easily create modern, responsive websites with Adobe Dreamweaver, combining assets from other Adobe CC apps.
Target Audience:
Secondary teachers whose learners have access to the Adobe CC suite.
Session Aims:
Explore techniques to efficiently produce Dreamweaver websites
Explore opportunities to combine assets from other Adobe CC applications
Funding:
£150 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided - funded places are limited.
Date(s)/Venue(s):
Friday 16th January 2026
The Village Hotel, Swansea. SA1 8QY
13.00pm - 15.30pm
Booking link: Click here to book
Digital Technology in Foundation Learning: A Balanced and Purposeful Approach
Digital Technology in Foundation Learning: A Balanced and Purposeful Approach
This session explores how digital technology can be meaningfully integrated into Foundation Learning in a way that aligns with the principles of the Curriculum for Wales.
We’ll delve into the theory behind digital play-based learning and consider the continuum from child-led exploration and tinkering to adult-guided experiences — recognising the value of both in supporting children’s development.
Attendees will engage in hands-on activities that showcase digital play and receive resources to support the integration of digital play-based learning into their own settings.
The session aims to foster a deeper appreciation of how technology can enhance early childhood education through playful, purposeful, and interactive experiences.
Target Audience:
This session is designed for practitioners in Foundation Learning and digital leads. It is ideal for those looking to integrate digital play-based learning into their practice or explore how technology can enhance early childhood education, all while aligning with the principles of the Curriculum for Wales.
Session Aims:
Understand the theory behind play-based learning and its integration with digital tools.
Experience hands-on digital play-based learning activities.
Equip attendees with the resources and knowledge to facilitate digital play in their own settings.
Funding:
Each school will receive digital tools to support the integration of digital play-based learning in their setting.
Date(s)/Venue(s): (Date and venue updated 11/09/25)
Thursday 22nd January 2026 Tuesday 27th January 2026
The Waterfront Community Church, Swansea. SA1 8QY Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Maritime Quarter, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX
9.00am – 3.30pm
Booking link: Click here to book
Speak, Collaborate, Create: Enhancing Oracy through Podcasting
Speak, Collaborate, Create: Enhancing Oracy through Podcasting
(Please note this is a repeat of a previous professional learning session held on 5th Feb 2025)
Participants will engage in practical learning, gaining insights into using oracy skills for creating engaging podcasts. Join us to unlock the potential of voice and creativity, enriching student engagement in dynamic learning environments!
Target Audience:
Primary and Secondary teachers and teaching assistants who are looking to embed Podcasting into cross curricular lessons.
Session Aims:
Engage participants in practical learning experiences focused on communication.
Gain insights into creating engaging podcasts using Oracy techniques.
Unlock the potential of voice and creativity, using wireless microphone devices to enhance the creative experience.
Funding:
£180 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided - funded places are limited.
Date(s)/Venue(s): (New date added 12/09/25)
Thursday 3rd July 2025 - The Village Hotel, Langdon Road, Swansea. SA1 8QY - 9.30am-12.30pm
Booking link: Now closed
Thursday 4th December 2025 - Swansea Arena, Oystermouth Rd, Maritime Quarter, Bae Copr Bay, Swansea SA1 3BX - 9.30am-12.30pm
Booking link: Click here to book
Working group: Preparing to teach Computer Science Unit 2 GCSE (from Sept 2025)
Working group: Preparing to teach Computer Science Unit 2 GCSE (from Sept 2025)
This digital working group aims to bring together GCSE Computer Science teachers to collaboratively analyse and interrogate the pre-assessment materials provided by WJEC. The goal is to produce high-quality sample questions and answers that will aid teaching and learning of the Unit 2 Computer Science GCSE.
Target Audience:
Secondary teachers of GCSE Computer Science who are willing to contribute to this working group to produce a shared bank of resources to assist with the new Unit 2 delivery (A competent working knowledge of the Python programming language is fundamental to this work).
Session Aims:
Develop a deeper understanding of the Unit 2 Pre-release material for GCSE Computer Science.
Produce a shared bank of example questions and model answers.
Funding:
£750 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this working group will be provided - funded places are limited
Date(s)/Venue(s):
Friday 17th October 2025
Plus two further dates TBC
Venues TBC
Booking link: Expressions of interest here
Integrating Database Skills Across the Curriculum: Progression, Authentic Uses, and AI Support
Integrating Database Skills Across the Curriculum: Progression, Authentic Uses, and AI Support
This professional learning session is designed to empower teachers with the knowledge and strategies needed to integrate database skills into various subjects across the curriculum. Participants will explore the progression of learning database skills, identify authentic contexts for their application, and discover effective implementation methods. Additionally, the session will highlight how AI can support and enhance the teaching and learning of database skills.
Target Audience:
Primary and Secondary teachers who are looking to embed Databases into cross curricular lessons (PS2-PS4).
Session Aims:
Understand Progression in Learning Database Skills
Identify Authentic Uses of Database Skills
Implement Effective Teaching Methods
Leverage AI to Enhance Learning
Funding:
£180 to assist with the release of staff member(s) participating in this course will be provided - funded places are limited.
Date(s)/Venue(s):
Friday 14th November 2025
The Waterfront Community Church, Swansea. SA1 8QY
9.30am - 12.30pm
Booking link: Click here to book
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