Sam Gibbs: How do you build high-quality professional learning across multiple schools?

In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities and opportunities of trust-wide CPD with Sam Gibbs an experienced leader shaping development across a multi-academy trust. We explore:

✅ What defines high-quality CPD at scale
✅ Balancing consistency with contextual relevance
✅ Supporting both ECTs and experienced staff
✅ What works: coaching, mentoring, lesson study & more
✅ Designing sustained, iterative, and evidence-informed CPD
✅ Measuring impact and responding to feedback
✅ Building a culture of continuous learning
✅ Leadership lessons and practical advice for those setting up CPD across schools

Whether you’re a school leader, CPD lead, or educator passionate about teacher growth, this episode is packed with insight.