We’re sure the offer of a wine tasting had nothing to do with it, but our first Earwig Ambassadors Conference was oversubscribed.

A few inevitable last-minute cancellations meant that, in the event, we were able to fit everyone into the Vineyard Hotel at Denbies Wine Estate in Surrey for a full day of discussions about what we can do to improve the Earwig package and make it more useful for schools and teachers.

Digesting all the feedback and ideas provided by delegates will take a while, so it’s handy that the holidays will soon be here. We will work on this in August and put out a summary of the points covered, showing how this will help direct our development plans for the package over the next year.

Thanks to all the delegates for their enthusiasm, positivity and ideas. Below is a selection of the comments from delegates after the event.  As you will see from the photos, it wasn’t all work!

If you are a school SLT member or Earwig Ambassador and you missed it, never mind. We’ll have a bigger one next year.

HERE’S WHAT THEY SAID…

“I just wanted to say a massive thank you for literally hosting the best conference I’ve ever been to (and I have been to a lot). “

“Was great to meet everyone yesterday. Some really interesting discussions and expertise in the group. Really purposeful day.”

“It was, as Tine Turner famously sang – simply the best.  The Earwig hospitality sets the standard for looking after their schools.”

“Thank you for hosting a fantastic day.  It was so lovely to meet everyone and share ideas about Earwig.”

“Thank you for such a brilliant event, combining both work and pleasure.”

“Thank you everyone for a great day yesterday.  It was so nice to meet you all. I loved the passion in the room and all the ideas that were coming through.”

“Thank you for hosting it at an amazing place.  It was lovely to meet everyone and share views and thoughts.”

“We had a great day. Plenty to take back.”

“A big thankyou to you all.  Lovely location.”