WITH YUSUF PATEL & HABIB REHMAN

Great teaching.
Shared experience.
A stronger community.

You care about your students. So do we. Join us for ten weeks of practical Computer Science teaching ideas, honest conversations and learning together.

GCSE Computer Science teachers · All abilities · Live online

34 years of combined subject experience45 minutes of teaching each week15 minutes for questions & discussion

WHY WE ARE DOING THIS

A conversation we’ve
had for years.

We’ve spent 17 years each teaching IT and Computer Science. We know the effort behind a lesson, the frustration when a concept doesn’t land, and the moment a student finally says, “I get it.”

For a long time, we’ve wanted to share what we’ve learned and bring fellow teachers together. This masterclass is our starting point: practical support, room for your questions and a community we can build with you.

“We want you to feel more confident in your teaching — and more connected to people who understand your work.”Yusuf & Habib

EXPERIENCE BEHIND THE OFFER

The students
behind the results.

We’ve taught students of all abilities, from those who need extra support to those aiming for the highest grades. We’re proud of their achievements and want to share the teaching experience behind them.

+1.552023 · CS subject P8
+1.5132024 · CS subject P8
55%

achieved grades 8–9
in Computer Science in 2026

Recent GCSE Computer Science results
Grades20252026
8–922%55%
6–977%77%
4–990%96%

Different year groups, different starting points. We’ll help you consider what could work for your own class.

MEET YOUR TRAINERS

Classroom roots.
Experience to share.

Yusuf Patel

Yusuf Patel

Executive Director of Schools (Global)
Educating Excellence

UK & international teacher trainer

“For 17 years, I taught and led IT and Computer Science in UK schools, including roles as Director of IT and Curriculum Area Leader. I was closely involved in years of exceptional results.

Today, my work takes me into schools and teacher development internationally. The classroom is still at the heart of what I do. I want to share what I’ve learned and hear about the challenges you’re working through.”

Habib Rehman

Habib Rehman

Head of Department
IT & Computer Science specialist

17 years in the subject · 5 years as HoD

“I understand the everyday demands of teaching and leading a department. I’ve taught students of all abilities and know how much thought goes into helping each learner move forward.

Yusuf and I have talked about doing this for years. I want our sessions to feel useful, welcoming and connected to your classroom, with time for honest questions and learning from one another.”

TEN WEEKS. SOMETHING TO TRY EACH WEEK.

Your Thursday
with us.

6–7 pm UK time. 45 minutes of teaching, followed by 15 minutes for questions and discussion. Every session recorded, with resources provided.

0105 Nov 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmThe teaching decisions behind strong outcomes+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore the teaching decisions behind strong outcomes. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0212 Nov 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmSequencing learning for secure understanding+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore sequencing learning for secure understanding. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0319 Nov 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmMaking difficult theory concepts clearer+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore making difficult theory concepts clearer. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0426 Nov 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmDeveloping algorithmic thinking+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore developing algorithmic thinking. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0503 Dec 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmBuilding independence in programming+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore building independence in programming. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0610 Dec 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmTracing, debugging and common misconceptions+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore tracing, debugging and common misconceptions. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0717 Dec 2026Thursday · 6–7 pmUsing assessment to guide teaching+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore using assessment to guide teaching. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0807 Jan 2027Thursday · 6–7 pmSupporting learners and stretching higher attainers+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore supporting learners and stretching higher attainers. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

0914 Jan 2027Thursday · 6–7 pmTurning understanding into stronger exam responses+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore turning understanding into stronger exam responses. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

1021 Jan 2027Thursday · 6–7 pmReflection, next steps and learning from one another+

Join Yusuf and Habib to explore reflection, next steps and learning from one another. Bring your classroom questions and consider how the ideas could work with your students. Recording and resources included.

Christmas break: no sessions on 24 or 31 December.Topics are proposed and will be finalised before bookings open.

A FEW PRACTICAL DETAILS

Before you join.

Who is this for?

Teachers delivering GCSE Computer Science who want to develop their classroom practice. We draw on experience teaching students of all abilities. You can tell us your exam board and role in the form below.

What if I can’t attend a session?

Every session will be recorded, so you can revisit the teaching. Resources will also be provided. We’ll confirm how you access these before booking opens.

Can my school fund my place?

You can indicate school funding in the interest form. Download our programme brochure to share with your school. Payment and invoice arrangements will be confirmed before bookings open.

Does registering interest reserve a place?

No. This is an enquiry, with no payment required. Your place is only confirmed once booking arrangements are agreed. We will confirm the final price’s VAT treatment before taking payment.

LET’S START A CONVERSATION

Bring your experience.
Grow with us.

Interested in joining the first cohort? Tell us a little about yourself and how you’d like your place funded.

£349Introductory price
£34.90 per session

No payment required to register interest. This does not reserve or confirm a place.

Download the full programme brochure

Register your interest

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