From invisible to included: empowering pupils in Wakefield with AV1

Inclusion summit for Wakefield MATs & SATs

Thursday 25th September | 9 am - 12 pm
Wakefield Town Hall

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Join local academy and trust leaders for a focused morning exploring how schools can tackle persistent absence through innovative, inclusive approaches that centre on connection, belonging, and compassionate reintegration.

Discover how AV1, the award-winning telepresence robot, is one part of a wider toolkit helping schools re-engage learners, particularly those affected by medical, mental health, and SEND-related barriers.

Why attend?

  • Gain insight into persistent absence challenges and compassionate reintegration strategies
  • See how technology like AV1 supports inclusion and attendance
  • Shape next steps for your trust or school — including opportunities to join the Wakefield AV1 pilot

What to expect

Hear from Wakefield Council education leaders, including:

• Nathan Heath – Service Director for Education & Inclusion, Wakefield Council

• David Mann – Education Psychologist, Wakefield Council

• Jim Garbutt – Alternative Provision Service Manager, Wakefield Council

• Phil Dickinson – Executive Secondary Director, LGAT

• Helen Pettitt – SENDCo, Pontefract Academies Trust

• Shaun Booth - Headteacher & Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead, Pinderfields Hospital PRU

Learn from real-world MAT case studies of AV1 in action.

Join breakout conversations on strategy, reintegration, wellbeing, and scaling inclusion within MAT settings.

Connect with peers across Wakefield and see AV1 live in use.

Safeguarding features

Contact Harriet Gill at gill@noisolation.com if you have any questions

Empowering Pupils in Wakefield with AV1

Spaces are limited. Register now to reserve your place.