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The Devon Virtual School is proud to host its annual conference, bringing together professionals from education, social care, and partner organisations to strengthen support for children in care. This year’s them centers on collaboration, compassion, and creating impactful change through shared expertise and lived experience from the young person’s voice.

This dynamic event offers a rich programme of expert-led keynotes, interactive workshops, and cross-sector networking opportunities, all designed to empower designated teachers and carers with the tools, insights, and inspiration needed to champion the educational and emotional wellbeing of looked-after children.

 

Keynote speakers

  • Nick Barwick – "Through the Kids’ Eyes"

Nick Barwick, a powerful advocate and speaker, will share his personal journey through the care system. In his keynote, "Through the Kids’ Eyes", Nick offers a journey through foster care and education that delivers a raw and informative story on survival, legacy, and achievement. Every child is one caring and trusted adult away from being a success.

  • Sam Gardner - session details coming soon. 

As a care-experienced professional at Lessons From The Care System, Sam is dedicated to empowering professionals who support care-experienced children. Sam's focus is on sharing trauma-informed insights and practical strategies - aiming to inspire change and equip adults to better understand and support vulnerable children, fostering environments of genuine belonging.

 
Conference programme

View the full programme here


Audience

Education and Social Care Professionals, Designated Teachers, Designated Safeguarding Leads, Foster Carers, and Partner Agencies | Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to your role, your voice and experience are valued.

Pricing

Full price £70

Your school contribution of £70 will include a full day of CPD through our carefully considered programme as well as a delicious lunch and refreshments throughout the day served alongside the opportunity for networking. 

If you are a Devon County Council staff member and would like to attend this conference, please contact the conference team on [email protected] before booking.

 

Event update

Please note - this event has been postponed from the originally planned date of 4 March 2026 to this new date of 25 November 2026. Any queries, please contact [email protected]

Product code: EPSS-TRN-09010

Dates and locations

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