The theme of this year’s conference is on Assessment with particular reference to bi/multilingual pupils who are users/learners of English as an Additional Language. Assessment can serve many different purposes. At present there is no statutory summative assessment for EAL (e.g. GCSE EAL). At the same time pupils are assessed in all subject areas within the school curriculum. At this year’s Conference, we are particularly interested in the use of formative assessment (also known as Assessment for Learning) to support pupils’ learning.

We would like to invite proposals for papers and posters on the following topics:

• teacher-led assessment of EAL proficiency for formative or summative purposes
• teacher-led assessment of EAL users/learners’ subject/curriculum attainment for formative or summative purposes
• teacher-led assessment of pupils’ proficiencies in their own/home languages
• teacher support for EAL users/learners’ preparation for summative test and examinations in (e.g. GCSE English, Science)
• teacher analysis of EAL user/learners’ performances in summative tests/examinations in curriculum subjects for formative purposes (e.g. analysing examination results to inform/change teaching approach) 
• peer assessment in pupils own/home languages
• peer assessment in pupils’ subject learning
• teacher explorations of project-based assessment for individuals and groups
• parents/community involvements in supporting assessment activities in school
• school policies on and practices in assessing EAL users/learners’ extra-curricular achievements
• school policies on and practices in developing teacher assessment literacy.

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE

Presentation formats

Presentations/papers: These provide time and space to report on classroom practice or research related to the conference theme. Papers are delivered as a 20-minute presentation, with 10 minutes of Q&A.

Posters: These provide opportunities to present a 5-minute overview of classroom practice or research, using a printed A1/A0 poster in the social hall during the coffee and lunch breaks.

Deadline for submissions: 15th September 2025
Notification of acceptance: 30th September 2025

All speakers will need to purchase a conference ticket.

Platinum Sponsor & Exhibitor: Password

Developed by world-leading experts in English language assessment, CRELLA, Password tests are used by schools, in the UK and internationally, to evaluate their multilingual students’ ability to access mainstream curricula delivered in English. Research shows that proficiency in English is pivotal to attainment in learners with EAL and the key predictor of their educational outcomes. Password’s Pupil English tests evaluate language proficiency within the social and academic context of the school. They are aligned to an internationally recognised standard which values plurilingualism and encourages learners to exploit all their linguistic resources to make progress – the CEFR. Password results provide vital contextual information to interpret other school assessment data, or to establish a baseline proficiency in English descriptor from which to plan support and track progress. Our user-friendly platform, gives schools easy access to accurate, reliable and speedy results, using secure online tests operated under their own control and school brand.

Gold Sponsor & Exhibitor: Across Cultures

Across Cultures offers a world-renowned service that partners with teachers to share the knowledge, skills and resources needed to successfully support their language learners with EAL, low-level literacy and SEND needs within the demands of an evolving world.

Services include:

• Learning Village, a blended EAL vocabulary, language structure and reading programme for new to English and low-level literacy learners from 6-11 and 12-16 years old.
• Community Village, which offers English learning for school community engagement. Designed for multilingual families of EAL learners.
• AssessEP, an English Proficiency tool to understand a learner’s current English proficiency performance and provide ongoing feedback on progress.
• EAL Framework Process, which aims to provide teachers with the skills and resources needed to successfully support language learners within the demands of the curriculum and of a multilingual world.
• A complimentary EAL professional development service
• Consultancy

Gold Sponsor & Exhibitor: Twinkl EAL

At Twinkl EAL, we celebrate multilingualism and foster inclusivity with expertly crafted resources. With over 50 years of combined experience in EAL teaching and leadership, our team ensures that users of EAL at all proficiency levels feel supported in their learning journey. Build an enriching curriculum and support mainstream lessons with resources you can count on – accessible for all.

Versatile Content – Dual-language, translated resources, and effective scaffolding.
Easy to Teach – Tasks blend effortlessly with lessons.
Open Doors – Create welcoming environments that help learners reach their potential.
Over 22 Languages – Broad, diverse, and regularly updated.
Tried and Tested – Affordable, accessible, crafted by experienced EAL specialists.

Educators around the globe can build confidence and skills through podcasts, online CPD, networking meetings, and a supportive social community – empowering your EAL learners to thrive and succeed in their educational experiences.

Exhibitor: Library 4 Multilinguals

  Exhibitor:  Global Community Schools