Highlands: The MLG (Military Liaison Group Education) May Newsletter

The latest edition of the MLG news letter is now available 👉

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rwH-ig-pGp8nmXlj0SSfqNlwcjaA8iAb/view?usp=sharing

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance hosting events around Scotland

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Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.

27th May    Edinburgh, venue information on booking

28th May    Leuchars, Community Centre

29th May    Lossiemouth, Lossiemouth High School

1st Jun       Inverness,  TBC

2nd Jun      Helensburgh, Drumfork Community Centre

These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.

Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/.../impact-centre-listening...

To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72

Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7

Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Aldershot: Are You Looking for a Boarding School?

 

Information provided  by South East HIVE Hub

Wales: Online Parents / Carers Evening for Learners in Year 10 on Wed 3rd June with Careers Wales

Careers Wales:

Do you have a child in year 10?

We’re holding an online parents / carers evening on 3 June 2026 between 5 and 7pm where you can chat to a careers adviser about your child’s career pathways and post-16 options.

Sessions will be held via Microsoft Teams or phone call. Limited appointments available.

Book your slot here

These sessions will also be available for year 9, 11 and post-16 later in the year. Keep your eyes peeled!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Blandford: Online educational peer support group course - helping families through deployment

 

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An 6 week online course teaching and supporting service personnel, spouses and extended family members around the emotional deployment cycle.

Eligibility for this is:

· Connection to a service person (s)

· Must consent to our support

To register for Mother's in Mind or Apart not alone, families/individuals can use the following link and select the appropriate group: Group Registration – Fill in form

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Cardiff: Cardiff Met Summer School 2026 - Free short courses for adult learners - Open for bookings

Cardiff Met University:

We’re delighted to share that Cardiff Met’s Summer School 2026 is now open for bookings, offering adult learners a free and supportive way to explore new subjects and take their first step back into education.

Delivered by Cardiff Met’s Widening Access team, in collaboration with Reaching Wider, Summer School provides adults aged 18+ with the opportunity to try a wide range of engaging daytime courses at no cost. Priority is given to learners who live in areas of multiple deprivation or who face barriers to education, helping ensure those who could benefit most are able to take part. All courses are delivered during the day at our Llandaff campus between 22nd June and 3rd July, making them accessible for adults with caring responsibilities, including those needing to fit learning around the school run.

For many learners, Summer School is the beginning of something transformative. Taking part can build confidence, spark new interests and open doors to progression onto accredited community courses, with some learners ultimately continuing into part-time or full-time study at Cardiff Met.

This year we are offering over 30 short courses across a broad range of subject areas, including:

• Art, design and sewing
• Digital skills and robotics
• Education and teaching
• English language and IELTS preparation
• Sustainability and gardening
• Finance and enterprise
• Health and wellbeing
• Hospitality and food safety
• Sociology and psychology.

You can view the full Summer School brochure and find further details about the courses on offer via our website here - https://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/study/widening-access/summer-school/

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Service Children's Progression Alliance Impact Centre Listening Tour: UK-Wide and online dates May-Oct 2026

 

Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.

These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.

Find out more about the Tour see here:

https://www.scipalliance.org/events/impact-centre-listening-tour

To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72

Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7

Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8

Wiltshire: Upcoming online courses from the Family and Community Learning team - free for Military Spouses

 

Please see the list below for more upcoming courses or visit the website here

To enrol, please click here

Brecon: Free Learn Welsh Taster Course - 29th & 30th June in Brecon

For those who are interested in learning Welsh, there is a FREE taster course being held over two days on 29+30 June 26 in the Barn at Brynich. Please see the photo for the QR code which will give you all the details you need.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Shorncliffe: Army Welfare Service Improve your IT skills every Wed & Fri 1000hrs - 1300hrs Age 17+

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Hereford: Is your child with SEND starting secondary school this September?

The move to secondary school can feel like a big step — for both young people and their families.
A FREE short specialist online course is available for parents, relatives, and carers of children with additional needs / SEND, designed to help support you and your child through this transition.

Gain practical advice

Feel more confident about the move
Better support your young person
If you live in Herefordshire, you can access this course (and others) completely free.
Find out more and register here: https://orlo.uk/Dx4Q2
Use password: APPLEHERE

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Recruit for Spouses Webinar on 7 May: Breaking Down Imposter Syndrome

On Thursday 7th May at 12:30pm GMT, RFS is hosting:

Real Confidence for Real People: Imposter Syndrome

Delivered by the expert coaching team at Aletheia — Sam Ryder, Zoe Hughes, Saskia Hart, and Estelle Bailly — this free, practical session is designed specifically for military spouses and partners navigating self-doubt, career gaps, and the unique challenges of Service life.

Attendees will explore:

• Where imposter syndrome comes from and why it's so common in our community
• How to identify genuine strengths and challenge the narrative holding them back
• Practical strategies to build authentic, lasting confidence
• Tools to take confident action — whether exploring new roles, going for promotion, or starting something new

Thursday 7th May 2026
12:30pm
Virtual
Completely FREE

The session will be recorded but attendees need to register to access it, so we'd encourage anyone interested to sign up even if they can't join live.

Register here: https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in or email e.hartshorn@recruitforspouses.co.uk

Wales: Teacher Professional Learning Events with Careers Wales

Careers Wales:

Teachers - 
If you’re looking for support embedding careers and work-related experiences (CWRE) in your curriculum, we can help.

We have a range of professional learning events throughout the year to help you design and plan careers and work-related experiences (CWRE) in your curriculum.

Find our next event here

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Supporting service children to thrive - a new round of the Service Pupil Support Programme now open

Supporting service children to thrive: a new round of the Service Pupil Support Programme now open

Service life can bring unique challenges for children and young people. Frequent moves, disrupted learning and periods of separation can all add up - and they can affect how children feel, learn and achieve.

Delivered on behalf of the MOD’s Armed Forces Families Fund, the Service Pupil Support programme (SPSP) funds practical, evidence-led projects that respond to these challenges and strengthen educational outcomes for service pupils. With a new round of funding now open, the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) are inviting schools and local authorities across the UK to apply, so more service pupils can get the right support to feel settled and succeed at school.

How much funding is available?

Grants of £5,000 to £150,000 for projects lasting up to two years are available. Projects must be evidence-led, clearly planned and time-limited, and work already covered by statutory provision won’t be funded.

North Yorkshire: Swaledale Alliance - NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: Home To School Transport Applications - Department of Education

 

Some children may be able to get help with home to school transport.
Parents can apply online.

For more information, please click the link
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/home-school-transport
Department of Education NI Education Authority

Information provided by HIVE NI

Forces Employment Charity: Submit your Heropreneurs Awards nominations today

 The Heropreneurs Awards are now open for nominations across six award categories:

• Heropreneur of the Year
• Micro Enterprise of the Year
• Product Business of the Year
• Start Up of the Year
• Tech Business of the Year
• Warwick Business School MBA Scholarship Award

The annual Heropreneurs Awards celebrate exceptional achievements within the Armed Forces business community. Winners and finalists gain public recognition, expanded networks, and increased visibility for their ventures, opening doors to new opportunities.

Each year, the awards bring together founders and leaders from across industries, highlighting the talent and professionalism of veterans and their families.

To find out more please visit Heropreneurs Awards nominations | Forces Employment Charity

Wales: Home Educating Parents Week - Free appointments with Careers Advisers

Careers Wales:

Is your child aged 15 or 16 and approaching the end of their statutory education? Not sure what comes next? We’re here to help.

From 20–24 April, you can book a FREE one-to-one appointment with a qualified careers adviser at a time that works for you – via phone or video call.

• Discover support available from Careers Wales and other organisations
• Explore local and national opportunities
• Get guidance on entry requirements, finance options, and referrals
• Enjoy an impartial, personalised conversation focused on your child’s future

Spaces are limited so book your free appointment today

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Grantham: Biker Down - free, interactive workshop

Biker Down is a free, interactive workshop designed for motorcyclists of all levels run by Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue. The session provides essential skills and knowledge to help riders stay safe on the roads and support others in the event of a collision.
The course typically includes:

• Scene Management: How to protect yourself and others at the scene of a motorcycle collision.

• First Aid Skills: Including CPR, managing trauma, and practical steps to assist an injured rider until emergency services arrive.

• Motorcycle Visibility & Safety Awareness: Tips and education to reduce your risk on the road and help other road users see you.

This training is delivered by the Community Fire Prevention team and aims to improve rider safety and confidence across the county.

The Biker Down events are open to the public and bookable via the below links:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/lincolnshirecountycouncil/2136095

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/lincolnshirecountycouncil/2136103

Follow this LINK for further information.

Further correspondence to bikerdown@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Defence Infographic – Primary School Offer Day information and support for Service families

To support Service families with further information on Primary School place offers, Defence has provided this infographic. A PDF version with accessible hyperlinks is at this LINK, or please see links below:

Starting Reception website

General Gov.uk guidance on school admissions and appeals

Defence Children Services (DCS)

Education Advisory Team email address: RC-DCS-HQ-EAT@mod.gov.uk

Defence’s Wraparound Childcare (WAC) scheme