Scottish Catholic Education Service | SCES

Preparing for the Sacrament of First Reconciliation
2026-08-27 18:25 (Europe/London)
Support and advice for teachers who are preparing children for First Reconciliation for the first time or as a refresher. The use of support materials will be explored and futher resources will be shared. N.B. THIS IS THE ONLY CONFIRMATION COURSE FOR MOTHERWELL DIOCESE THIS YEAR

Advent Carol Service
2026-08-27 18:25
The choirs of the Motherwell Schools Singing Programme will lead an Advent Carol Service for those associated with diocesan schools.

Exploring the Eco Schools Award as a Catholic School
2026-08-27 18:25
This CLPL will allow staff to explore how the Catholic school, while remaining faithful to its mission, can seek to achieve the Eco Schools Award. It will include an input on the Church’s teaching about creation and stewardship and make explicit the links between this vision and the Award.

Association of Catholic Primary Head Teachers (Motherwell) meeting 2
2026-08-27 18:25
All Motherwell Diocesan primary head teachers are invited to attend the first ACPHT meeting of the new session. The meeting will follow 9.30am Mass in the parish.

Diocesan Parent Forum- drop-in session
2026-08-27 18:25
An open session for Chairs of Parent Councils to join online and explore the self-evaluation tool used in RC schools, Developing in Faith. There will also be time given to address points made at the previous meeting and share good practice.

Annual Education Mass
2026-08-27 18:25
Annual Mass for those associated with Catholic schools within the Diocese of Motherwell.

Preparing for Reconciliation
2026-08-27 18:25
This session will explore the Sacrament of Reconciliation at an adult level as well as reviewing the core learning and lessons involved in preparing pupils for the reception of the Sacrament. Support and advice for classroom implementation and sacramental preparation will be offered and there will be an opportunity for dialogue with colleagues.

New Diocesan Head Teachers Induction Day
2026-08-27 18:25
Before being commissioned by Bishop Toal during the Annual Education Mass, new Head Teachers in Motherwell diocese are invited to attend this day long course which explores the distinct role of the Catholic Head teacher. Lunch is provided.

Catholic Education Week Mass
2026-08-27 18:25
Main celebrant: Archbishop Cushley

NARCREA Meeting 2
2026-08-27 18:25
An opportunity for RE Advisors from each Diocese to come together and explore current matters.

Christian Anthropology
2026-08-27 18:25
In light of recent Church documents concerning the dignity and responsibility of the human person, this course will provide an examination of what it means to be created in the image and likeness of God.

Equality and Inclusion (Follow-up event)
2026-08-27 18:25
An opportunity for those who have attended the Diocesan training input to reconvene, share their practice and listen to others’.

Catholic School Leadership Programme Diocesan Encounter Session 1
2026-08-27 18:25
An in-person session for all involved in the Catholic School Leadership Programme to come together. It will be hosted by the Diocese and will involve a presentation from a Catholic leader, spiritual activities and an opportunity to network with colleagues across the Archdiocese.

Rights Respecting School Award in the Context of a Catholic School
2026-08-27 18:25
An opportunity to explore this award and identify examples of good practice in a Catholic School.

RE Co-ordinators Meeting 2
2026-08-27 18:25
All Motherwell RE Co-ordinators are invited to attend the second meeting of session, focusing on current resources and initiatives from MISSIO.

Exploring the Rights Respecting School Award as a Catholic School
2026-08-27 18:25
This CLPL will allow staff to explore how the Catholic school, while remaining faithful to its mission, can seek to achieve the Rights Respecting Schools Award.It will include an input on the Church’s teaching about dignity of each person as made in the image and likeness of God and make explicit the links between this vision and the Award.

Understanding Our Faith *new topics and themes for 2024 – 25
2026-08-27 18:25
In line with the RE Department’s focus on high quality Religious Education, we offer this series which focusses on key areas of the Catholic faith at an adult level with the aim of increasing the confidence of anyone charged with teaching RE in either primary or secondary school. Both generalist and specialist RE teachers are strongly encouraged to consider attending these sessions with a view to increasing both their knowledge and understanding within the context of delivering RE. 31/10/24 20/02/2528/11/24 20/03/25
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RERC Working Group
2026-08-27 18:25
Meeting to review progress of updated planners.

Head of RE Meeting 1
2026-08-27 18:25
The meeting will give the opportunity for the exchange of information, ideas, support and guidance between Heads of RE Departments as well as an essential point of communication between the RE Departments from schools across the Archdiocese.

God's Loving Plan : Overview and Vision
2026-08-27 18:25
An opportunity for all primary NQTs and teachers using God’s Loving Plan (Pr1-7)for the first time or as a refresher to explore the use of this resource in the Catholic classroom.

Equalities and Inclusion in the Catholic School
2026-08-27 18:25
This CLPL opportunity will explore the Church teaching underpinning our approach to equalities and inclusion in the Catholic school. There will be an opportunity to review the classroom teaching materials and additional resources available. Consideration will also be given to whole school policy and approaches. This is essential training for NQTs however all are welcome to attend

Called to Love
2026-08-27 18:25
This training is compulsory for all members of staff teaching Called to Love. As well as those new to teaching Called to Love, members of staff who would like to be refreshed in the use of this resource are also welcome to attend.
*Compulsory training for GCC NQTs in Archdiocesan schools.

Called To Love
2026-08-27 18:25
This training is compulsory for all members of staff teaching Called to Love. As well as those new to teaching Called to Love, members of staff who would like to be refreshed in the use of this resource are also welcome to attend.

The Charter and Developing in Faith
2026-08-27 18:25
This session looks at the Charter for Catholic Schools in Scotland as a working document in relation to the self-evaluation tool: Developing in Faith. This will typically include input on these two documents, the vision of Christian education that underpins them both and the practical application of Developing in Faith.This session is suitable for staff at middle leadership level or Head Teachers.

CHAPS Conference
2026-08-27 18:25
Annual conference for Primary Head Teachers across Scotland

Leading Spiritual Development Opportunities for All Staff
2026-08-27 18:25
The aim of this session is to provide resources and guidance to Head Teachers and school leaders who will be leading spiritual development opportunities for school staff.

NARCREA Meeting 1
2026-08-27 18:25

ASN co-ordinators meeting 1
2026-08-27 18:25
ASN Teachers who support RERC across Motherwell dioceseare invited to attend this diocesan meeting.

God's Loving Plan
2026-08-27 18:25
God’s Loving Plan is a programme to help children develop a healthy and respectful attitude towards their bodies and their relationships. This course will explore the programme’s background and develop an understanding of the teaching and learning involved and supportive lesson materials.

STANED CHAPS Meeting 1
2026-08-27 18:25
An opportunity for Primary Head Teachers to gather and exchange information and explore current matters in education across the Archdiocese. The constitution of this group will be shared at this meeting.
