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ISMLA (the Independent Schools Modern Languages Association) exists to provide a forum for modern language teachers in independent, preparatory and secondary schools to meet, share ideas and contribute to developments in modern language teaching. It also aims to offer support to teachers and departments of modern languages. ISMLA also gives voice to the views of independent school linguists with national bodies such as awarding bodies, Ofqual, the Department for Education and HMC.
Annual Teacher’s Conference 2026
Manchester Grammar School – Saturday, 7th February
The independent sector can play a leading role in securing the future of Modern Language teaching in the UK. This year’s ISMLA Conference will challenge, inspire, and connect teachers determined to shape the future for language learning in the UK. With a keynote address from Sir Nick Gibb and other influential and experienced advocates for languages, the day will explore how independent schools can drive innovation, collaboration, and meaningful change. Expect penetrating questions, practical solutions, and energising CPD across all major languages.We are delighted to say that Languagenut are the sponsors of this year’s conference.
Read the Conference Programme.
Join us in Manchester for a day that looks beyond the crossroads — towards a confident, creative, and connected future for Modern Languages.
Membership for 2025-26
Member schools are asked to renew their membership for 2025-26,. If your school is not a member then please consider joining to help ISMLA to work for the future of Modern Languages. See here for a current list of Member Schools.
For membership rates for the current year, see here.
