ConnectED with Bath: A Teacher and Adviser Learning Exchange is a nationwide online network that brings together UK state school and college teachers and advisers over five sessions between March and May 2026.

Designed for professionals who support year 12 and 13 students with higher‑education applications or progression, the programme is particularly suited to those with an interest in widening participation or those who are newly qualified and looking to build confidence in this area.

At its heart, ConnectED is a collaborative learning exchange — a space where participants come ready to share, reflect, and learn from one another. You can apply here until 5 March 2026.

Each session includes insights from Bath followed by dedicated time for discussion, peer support, and the sharing of best practice. Participants will connect with professionals in similar roles across the UK, explore common challenges, and build a supportive community focused on improving access to high‑tariff universities for underrepresented students.

Sessions include:

• Getting ConnectED: Widening Participation Context and Community Building
• Opening Doors: Exploring Outreach Possibilities for Students
• Beyond the League Tables: The Bigger Picture for Underrepresented Students
• Admissions Explained: Including Contextual Admissions
• Personal Statements Unpacked: Learning from the 2026 Cycle

Alongside this, you will have access to an online toolkit with resources to use in your setting and a guaranteed place at our Teacher and Adviser Conference. Teachers who complete the programme will gain a certificate and be invited to continue working with us to help shape our resources for teachers and advisers in the future as part of our Widening Participation Teacher Advisory Group.

The online sessions last for around 45 minutes and will all be held at 4pm on the following dates (please note these dates may be subject to change based on staff availability):

• Tuesday 17 March
• Tuesday 24 March
• Tuesday 21 April
• Tuesday 5 May
• Tuesday 19 June

The theme of each session and some discussion prompts will be shared in advance so you can prepare for supportive peer discussions. After each session, you will be given access to resources for use in your setting on our online teacher toolkit.

It is beneficial to be able to attend most sessions live to get the most out of the networking and peer discussions but don't worry if you can't make every date as each session will be recorded and shared with the group so you can catch up.

You can apply here until 5 March 2026.

Contact teacherchampions@bath.ac.uk for further information.

You are welcome to visit our campus at any time during the calendar year. Please contact the Campus Events Team if you'd like to arrange a tour for you and any colleagues. We can also connect you with academic departments, admissions and/or support services if you want to find out about particular areas. If you'd like to bring a group of your pupils to our campus, please see here for more information.