Since CST began in 1985 the landscape of education has altered radically. Twelve Secretaries of State have brought their influence to bear with many changes, the National Curriculum, EYFS, free schools and academies to name but a few. The Lord, of course, is unchanging, He knows ‘the end from the beginning’ but in such a time of change, we need to ask how does the Lord wish us to act in the settings that we are in. This conference will be different from previous ones. We will aim to examine some of these questions together and perhaps to find some answers. We will try to learn together how God wishes us to develop as Christian schools and especially how we can meet the needs that we perceive around us.
CST National On-line Conference Friday 19th – Sunday 21st February 2021
‘Further up, Further in’
An easy to access online conference hosted by CST and Christian Concern for Christians in education. Fully accessible by mobile phone or other devices.
In C S Lewis’ The Last Battle, the call to come ‘further up and further in’ is made to those on the cusp of a great new adventure. As those in education with a distinctively Christian vision, we will be stirred through this weekend of events, to come further into His plans for us personally and for those we educate.
Quality equipping and networking in a flexible on-line platform:
- Excellent CPD opportunity from a biblical worldview perspective for school staff and governors.
- Personal encouragement and refreshment for those called to work in schools.
- Excellent networking opportunities which can start before the conference!
Sessions and Seminars to:
- Encourage – through gathering, networking and having the time to hear God speak to us.
- Envision – through lifting our eyes, and seeing the value and results of all we are doing.
- Equip – through practical seminars and networking with others in similar roles.
Main Events
- Friday evening: ‘Refreshment for the Teacher’s Soul’ – Sheridan Voysey (Broadcaster)
- Saturday morning: ‘Joy in the School Experience’ – Bishop Philip North (Bishop of Burnley)
- Saturday evening: ‘Latest Research Results’ – Dr Sylvia Baker and David Freeman (Director of Highlight)
- Sunday evening: ‘Challenges to Distinctiveness’ – Andrea Minichello-Williams (Chief Executive, Christian Concern)
- Three seminar slots and one prayer time
To get a full experience of the event we recommend that you should commit to access (by mobile phone or laptop) at least three of the four main sessions.
Subsidised Price
£60 per person before 14th Dec 2020
£70 after; or £20 per person per main event
(Note: CST Member Schools should book for staff members through the CST office for unlimited places by 14th December. Preferential rates apply to CST Member Schools)
This event will be incredible value for money and this is because it is subsidised by members and associates of CST for which we are hugely grateful.
To get a full experience of the event we recommend that you should commit to access (by mobile phone or laptop) at least three of the four main sessions.
More detailed schedule
Friday 19th February
6 pm -7 pm – Pre-event optional photography competition submissions on-line (prizes!).
7.15 pm – 9 pm – Main Event 1: ‘Refreshment for the Teacher’s Soul’: Fun, Launch, Networking and Spiritual Enrichment with Sheridan Voysey.
Saturday 20th February
9.45 am – 11.30 am – Main Event 2: ‘Come Further In’ & ‘Joy in the School Experience’ with Bishop Philip North and Steve Beegoo: Plenary talk, Networking and Q&A.
3 pm – 3.45 pm – Seminars and Networking Groups 1 (Optional): Practical and thematic talks with discussion on school subjects and areas e.g. SEN, Early Years, Secondary Subject networking.
4 pm – 4.45 pm – Seminars and Networking Groups 2 (Optional): (As above).
7.15 pm – 9 pm – Main Event 3: ‘Latest Research Findings’ & ‘Fear and Covid- Staying Free’ with Dr Sylvia Baker, David Freeman, and others TBC: Plenary talk, Discussion and Q&A.
Sunday 21st February
9.15 am -10 am – Prayer gathering led by CST Core Team members (Optional).
3 pm – 4 pm – Seminars and Networking Groups 3 (Optional).
4 pm – 5 pm – Seminars and Networking Groups 4 (Optional).
7.15 pm – 9 pm – Main Event 4: ‘The Challenge of Distinctiveness’ & ‘Adversity and Challenge in coming further up and further in’ with Andrea Minichello-Williams and another speaker TBC: Plenary talk, Networking and Q&A, with commissioning prayer.
Please do advocate this event wider to Christians you know working in the education arena.
To book tickets through Eventbrite, please follow the link https://cst-conference-2021.eventbrite.co.uk
If you would like more details then please feel free to contact the CST office on:
Tel: 01905 759 740
Email: office@christianschoolstrust.co.uk