Developing Excellent Practice Award 2026 – in partnership by AdvanceHE
The Staff Development Forum is delighted to announce the 2026 Developing Excellent Practice Award to recognise and celebrate outstanding staff development individuals or teams.
The SDF Developing Excellent Practice Award reflects the 2026 Festival of Learning and Development’s overarching theme – Influence. Integrate. Impact. Shaping strategic voice, connected practice, and meaningful change in Higher Education.
- Developing Excellent Practice Award – Guidance Notes 2026
- Developing Excellent Practice Award – Application Form 2026
Key dates:
- Deadline: Tuesday 1st September 2026, 17:00 PM
- Shortlisted entrants will be notified: Monday 21st September 2026, 17:00 PM
- Shortlisted entries to submit further evidence: Thursday 1st October 2026, 17:00 PM
- Award presentation: Monday 9th November, 14:00 PM during the SDF Festival by a Partner Representative
Dr Rossana Gent
SDF Chair