Secondary Events
Below is a list of all events that are relevant or suitable for Secondary teachers. Some events are cultural or language related special days, some are ALL events or events run by external bodies involved in language teaching or learning.
Just click on the event to find out more details about each event.
ALL Manchester: Two Part GCSE ‘Kickstart’
Withington Girls’ School 100 Wellington Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, United KingdomFull details and flyer here: Alice Harrison Oak Academy plus GCSE Show and Tell 20.09.25 Flyer email Mini flyer here: Alice Harrison Oak Academy plus GCSE Show and Tell 20.09.25 […]
International Day of Peace
International Day of Peace 21 September ever year: the International Day of Peace was brought into being by United Nations Resolutions in 1981 and 2001. Hundreds of millions of people worldwide and […]
Tag der deutschen Einheit
German Unity Day 03 October every year: The day of German unity (Tag der deutschen Einheit) is a nationwide public holiday marking the official reunification of Germany in 1990. Find […]
ALL West of England Branch: the AI event
ALL West of England Branch - OnlineALL West of England Branch – AI Event Saturday, October 4th, 9.30–11.30 am, online via Zoom Can AI transform your language lessons? Discover powerful tools and fresh ideas with […]
World Teachers’ Day
World Teachers’ Day 05 October every year: To celebrate the unique and vital role of teachers, in every country and continent of the world. For further information, visit the UNESCO website and […]
La Nuit Blanche
Cultural festival (White night) First Saturday in October: every year from 7pm ’til 7am on the first Saturday in October, Paris blossoms into a fantastic harvest of art, music and theatrical […]
La Fiesta Nacional
Spain’s National Day 12 October every year: The National Day of Spain, also known as Día de la Hispanidad, is celebrated on October 12. Find out more here and here.
The ALL London Reception for Trainee Teachers
UCL Institute of Education University College London, 20 Bedford Way, London, United KingdomYou’re Invited! ALL London Welcome Event for Trainee Teachers Free, Friendly & Fun – Monday 13th October 2025 at UCL Are you a trainee teacher of languages – primary or secondary? […]
ALL Bristol Primary Hub
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School 71 Luckington Road, BristolThe next Bristol Primary hub will be on Tuesday 14th October 3.45-5.45 Venue: St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School Presentations: ‘Practical tips on how to enter your school in the […]
Creativity in MFL Classroom Special Interest Group
Creativity in the MFL classroom. The Creativity in the MFL classroom Special Interest Group has now become part of the Association for Language Learning SIG Community and now have our […]
ALL Primary Languages Conference
ACAPULCO - onlineThe annual ALL Primary Languages Conference Online will take place on Saturday 8th November 9am - 3pm via Zoom. The theme of the conference is 'Excellence for All'. The invited speakers, who […]
World Science Day for Peace & Development
10 November every year: the objectives of World Science Day for Peace and Development (WSDPD) are to strengthen public awareness on the role of science for peaceful and sustainable societies; to promote […]
Martinstag
St Martin’s Day St. Martin’s Day (Martinstag) on November 11 is a religious observance in Germany that is particularly popular with children – it is dedicated to St. Martin of Tours and […]
Armistice Day
11 November every year: Armistice Day, also known as Poppy Day or Remembrance Day, commemorates the sacrifices of members of the armed forces and of civilians in times of war, specifically since World War I […]
Decolonising the Secondary Languages Curriculum Special Interest Group
Please find below the dates of the Decolonising the Secondary Languages Curriculum Special Interest Group for the 2025-26 academic year. Wednesday 12th November 2025 (online 5.30-6.30pm) Thursday 5th February 2026 (online 5.30-6.30pm) […]
International Day for Tolerance
16 November every year: Encouraging respect, dialogue and cooperation among different cultures, civilizations and peoples. Find out more on the UN Website or the UNESCO Promoting Tolerance web page.
The Decolonising the Primary Languages Curriculum Special Interest Group
ALL - OnlineOur autumn Term 2025 Meeting is Tuesday 18th November 2025. 6 to 7.00 p.m. You are welcome to join us, in the meeting. Email [email protected] FAO Decolonising the Primary […]
Universal Children’s Day
20 November marks the day in which the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959. Universal Children’s Day acknowledges the importance of actively promoting the welfare […]
PHOrum
PHOrum onlineSave the date! Details to follow.
Nikolaustag
St Nicholas’ Day 06 December Further information: Christmas resources, Voyage Kids website and German Festivals on Pinterest.
International Migrants Day
18 December every year: Recognising the rights of migrants throughout the world. A United Nations day to recognise the rights of migrants throughout the world. Click here for further information, […]
Noël
Christmas 25 December Further information: Christmas resources and French festivals on Pinterest
Weihnachten
Christmas 25 December Further information: Christmas resources and German Festivals on Pinterest.
El Dia de Navidad
Christmas Day 25 December Click here for Spanish Christmas resources and Spanish Festivals on Pinterest.
El Dia de los Santos Inocentes
Day of the Holy Innocents 28 December Click here for further information.
ALL London: The January Event 2026
BFI (British Film Institute) Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 8XT London, United KingdomThe ALL London January Event 2026 - Saturday 17th January 2026. BFI, London. Save the date!
ALL - Online
Our Spring Term 2025 Meeting is Thursday 5th March 2026. 6.00 to 7.00pm. You are welcome to join us, in the meeting. Email [email protected] FAO Decolonising the Primary Languages Curriculum […]
La Fête de la Musique
Festival of Music For further information, see the Fête de la Musique page, our French Festivals Pinterest page, or find out more about important events, special days and festivals.
La Fête Nationale
Bastille Day A range of activities for la Fête Nationale can be found in the Francophonie area of the Language Zones. Creative ideas can be found on our Pinterest board. […]
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
International Day of the World’s Indigenous People 9 August every year: Celebrating the lives of indigenous populations, and drawing attention to the discrimination and loss of rights they often face. […]
Language World
Language World is ALL’s national conference for teachers of languages. Join your subject community to celebrate language teaching and learning!
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