Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training
Inclusive Classrooms Where Everyone Belongs
Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of great teaching and learning.
This training module helps educators understand their legal responsibilities, celebrate diversity, and create environments where every pupil feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed. In today’s schools and colleges, building an inclusive, respectful and fair environment is more important than ever. Our EDI training equips teaching staff, support staff and leadership professionals with the knowledge and practical tools to uphold inclusive practice and promote equality of opportunity across all areas of school life.
As with all of our training materials, this material is completely free for MAT Recruitment registered candidates
What You'll Learn...
By the end of this session, you’ll be able to:
- The definitions and differences between equality, diversity and inclusion, and why they matter at every level of education.
- Key legislation, guidance and frameworks such as the Equality Act 2010, and how these apply in school settings.
- Recognising unconscious bias, understanding privilege and cultural competence, helping you reflect on your practice and promote inclusive behaviour.
- Embedding inclusive curriculum design, resources, teaching strategies and classroom culture, so that every pupil can engage and succeed.
- Developing school systems, policies and approaches (behaviour, recruitment, accessibility) that support staff and learners from diverse backgrounds.
- Case studies and practical scenarios tailored for both permanent and supply staff, highlighting how to respond effectively in real-life school situations.
- Tools for self-evaluation and school partnership: how you can contribute to your school’s EDI objectives and monitor progress.
Why It Matters...
Inclusive education benefits everyone. When learners see themselves represented, feel safe, and experience equity of opportunity, they engage more deeply and achieve more. Every education setting is required to meet statutory requirements under the Equality Act 2010, and ensure no students or staff are treated unfairly because of protected characteristics. The training supports the ethos of inclusive education, enabling schools to deliver high-quality learning for all students, while helping staff understand how policy, culture and practice come together. Research shows that strong EDI programmes not only improve wellbeing but also strengthen pupil engagement and outcomes.
For supply staff and long-term supply professionals especially, being confident in inclusive practice helps you make an immediate impact when joining a school, while also demonstrating professionalism and commitment to diversity and fairness.
This session supports educators to build confidence, challenge bias, and ensure their practice reflects the diverse communities they serve.
Who's it For...
This session is ideal for:
- Teaching staff across primary and secondary phases
- Cover supervisors, supply teachers and support staff working across settings
- Curriculum leaders, department heads and senior leaders with responsibility for inclusion and equity
- Tutors, intervention staff and anyone working with diverse learners and aiming to improve their inclusive practice
Getting Started...
This training is part of our wider range of professional development offerings. You may wish to explore how inclusive practice connects with other key areas, such as behaviour management, classroom culture and assessment.
Register as a Candidate today and gain access to our full CPD hub where this EDI training sits alongside other key modules. Once you’ve registered, you can complete the training at your own pace, access downloadable resources and reflect on your learning via tailored exercises.
Completing this training shows your commitment to equity and inclusion, something that schools increasingly value when appointing both permanent and supply staff.
Enquire Now To Book Your Training...
Registered MAT Tutors and Candidates can access this training by completing our booking form below. All of our training currently is self-paced online material.
Once your place is confirmed, you’ll receive access to the full training materials.
