Positive relationships are at the heart of successful language learning. This practical workshop explores how building strong teacher–student relationships can improve behaviour, increase engagement and create a calm, purposeful classroom where students feel confident to participate and take risks with language.

What this workshop will cover:

• Building positive relationships that support learning
• Practical strategies to improve behaviour through connection rather than confrontation
• Creating a respectful and inclusive classroom culture
• Encouraging participation from reluctant learners
• Establishing routines and expectations that promote consistency

You will leave with:

• Practical strategies to strengthen teacher–student relationships
• Effective routines to promote positive behaviour
• Adaptable activities that encourage participation and cooperation
• Approaches to create a calm, supportive and engaging learning environment

Perfect for MFL teachers looking to strengthen classroom relationships, improve behaviour and create a positive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Presenter Profile

Erica Sánchez is Head of Languages at a secondary school in Barnsley and the founder of Spanish & Umbrellas, where she supports language teachers across the UK through CPD, one-to-one mentoring, workshops, and high-quality classroom resources.

She is passionate about developing teachers and helping them grow in confidence, subject knowledge, and classroom practice. As a mentor and line manager, she has supported trainee, early career, and experienced teachers, helping them develop professionally and thrive in their roles. In the classroom, she believes that positive relationships are the foundation of successful learning and is committed to helping every student develop the confidence, resilience, and ambition to achieve their full potential.

Erica qualified as a teacher at the University of Reading in 2015 and has taught Spanish, French, and German, including A-level Spanish. She became Head of Languages in 2024, having previously served as Second in Department since 2017.
She holds an MA in Applied Linguistics from the University of Granada, completed the NPQ in Leading Teacher Development (NPQLTD), and has worked as a BBC GCSE educational consultant. Erica has also worked as an examiner for AQA and Pearson Edexcel and has delivered CPD for organisations including Linguascope, Languagenut, Harris Academies, Discovery the World Education, the University of Sheffield, Network for Learning, and The Language Show.

Cost: £95 per delegate

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