EducationScape

Spain Festival of Education
2026-06-13 | The British School of Barcelona – BSB Castelldefels campus, 26 Carrer de la Ginesta, 08860 Castelldefels, Barcelona,, Spain
The inaugural Spain Festival of Education will take place on 13 June 2026 at The British School of Barcelona Castelldefels Campus. Building on the global success of the Festival of Education.
The Spain Festival of Education will be hosted at The British School of Barcelona Castelldefels Campus, a vibrant international school with a proud history dating back to 1958. Part of the global Cognita family, The British School Barcelona educates more than 2,000 students across its four campuses in Barcelona, reflecting the school’s scale, diversity, and commitment to excellence.
The Festival makes it debut in Spain, with the very first Festival taking place in Barcelona on 13 June. The Festival of Education was founded by Wellington College Education in the UK in 2010, with a mission to create a vibrant platform where educators could come together to share ideas, spark innovation, and be inspired. Since then, it has grown into one of the most respected education events in the UK.
More than a traditional conference, the Festival offers engaging sessions, influential speakers, and interactive experiences, all set within a welcoming and energising atmosphere. Whether you’re in the classroom, leading a school, or supporting education in another way, you’ll find space to share ideas, spark creativity, and grow professionally.
To book your tickets, visit the Festival website.

The Science of Learning in the Classroom
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-12 | University of Birmingham, Business School, University House, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TY, United Kingdom
The science of how people learn is growing more rapidly now than at any previous time in history. We now know far more about how attention, memory, motivation and understanding really work. Yet turning this research from cognitive science and related fields into everyday practice in schools and colleges remains a challenge – partly because many teachers and lecturers haven’t had the chance to engage deeply with the research, and partly because applying these principles in busy, complex learning environments isn’t straightforward.
This two-day workshop, delivered by Doug Lemov and the Teach Like a Champion team, is designed to give staff in schools and colleges the time, structure and support to bridge that gap between research and practice. The team bring deep expertise in both the science of learning and what high-quality teaching looks like across a wide range of educational settings.
We’ll begin by building a clear and usable mental model of learning that teachers and lecturers can draw on when making day-to-day decisions. The focus will be on key areas of research, including attention, perception, encoding, retrieval and motivation, and what these mean for effective lesson design, classroom routines and learning experiences in both school and college contexts.
Across the two days, the session will move deliberately from theory to practice. Through video analysis, discussion and guided reflection, participants will explore how educators translate these ideas into concrete teaching moves. There will be structured opportunities to practise, rehearse and refine techniques, with a strong emphasis on approaches that are realistic, impactful and transferable across schools, colleges and post-16 settings.
Schools and colleges will also have the option to purchase the Implementation Toolkit, which includes all workshop materials alongside additional training resources to support sustained implementation and whole-organisation development beyond the two days.
Who should attend?
This two-day workshop is designed for professionals working across schools and colleges who want to strengthen their understanding of how learning really works and improve everyday classroom practice. It is particularly well suited to:

Teachers and lecturers at all stages of their career
Middle and senior leaders responsible for teaching and learning
Heads of department, curriculum and subject leads
Instructional coaches and mentors
Teacher educators and those leading professional development
College leaders and managers overseeing quality, pedagogy and learner outcomes

Whether you work in a school or a college setting, this workshop will support you to make more informed instructional decisions and translate the science of learning into practical, high-impact teaching.
How to book?
This two-day workshop is priced at £499 per person.
Attendees will also have the option to purchase the Implementation Toolkit, providing access to all workshop materials alongside additional resources to support implementation and ongoing professional development back in your school or college.
This is an exclusive opportunity to engage deeply with the science of learning over two days, with a strong focus on practical application and real classroom impact.
Group discounts are available for bookings of three or more delegates, making this an excellent option for departments or leadership teams attending together. For further information on group bookings, speak to our team.
Invoices are available on request.
Venue?
This event will take place at University House, Business School, University of Birmingham
An early bird discount is available until the 31 March 2026. Secure your place by then and save 15%.

Preparing for Funding Assurance Reviews
2026-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London)
With the publication of the updated DfE working papers for 2025/26, funding assurance expectations across the further education and skills sector continue to tighten. Providers delivering 16-19 study programmes, Adult Skills Fund and other non-apprenticeship provision must ensure their controls, documentation and data are fully aligned to the latest approach.
To help you stay ahead of these changes, EducationScape is proud to present a focused, one-part webinar designed to give you the clarity and confidence you need ahead of your next funding assurance review.
Delivered in collaboration with Karl Bentley, Director at Validera, this practical session will focus on preparing effectively for funding assurance reviews in 2025/26. The webinar which takes place on 10th June at 10am will also examine key DSAT issues currently being identified by the DfE and what they reveal about potential funding data risks for providers.
Funding assurance reviews are high-stakes and increasingly detailed. With new DfE working papers now in circulation, it is essential that providers understand not only what has changed, but how those changes translate into on-the-ground audit activity.
This session will take a cross-funding view, helping organisations stress-test their readiness and strengthen their internal controls before auditors arrive.
In this webinar, Karl Bentley will:

Walk through the key themes within the 2025/26 DfE working papers (non-apprenticeship provision)
Explain how sample selection, materiality and error thresholds operate in practice
Clarify what triggers deeper or 100% reviews
Explore common evidence gaps in learner files and ILR data
Highlight frequent compliance risks across study programmes and adult provision
Review key DSAT findings and what they indicate about data quality and funding risk
Share lessons learned from recent funding assurance reviews

Drawing on years of front-line funding assurance experience, Karl will provide practical insight into what auditors look for, where providers most often fall short, and how to build a robust internal assurance framework.
His insights will help you prepare thoroughly and avoid the common mistakes that lead to funding adjustments and clawback.
A live Q&A will follow the session, giving you the opportunity to raise specific concerns and gain clarity on areas of risk within your own organisation.
Who should attend?
This webinar is essential for:

Senior Leaders
Finance Directors
Funding and Compliance Managers
MIS Leads
Internal Audit and Quality Teams
Curriculum Managers responsible for funded provision

If you are responsible for protecting your organisation from funding risk and ensuring audit readiness, this session will give you the tools and insight needed to approach 2025/26 with confidence.
Spaces are expected to fill quickly – secure your place and ensure you are fully prepared for the year ahead.
Join live or watch later on demand at a time that suits you.

The Netherlands Festival of Education
2026-06-06 | Edith Stein College, Edith Stein College, Louis Couperusplein 33, 2514 HP, Den Haag, Netherlands
For the very first time, one of the world’s most inspiring and forward-thinking education events is coming to The Netherlands. Originally founded by Wellington College in the UK in 2010, the Festival of Education brings together educators from across the globe for a day of impactful professional learning, meaningful conversations, and powerful connections.
The Netherlands Festival of Education is a unique professional learning event that brings together a vibrant community of international educators. Taking place for the first time in The Hague on Saturday 6th June 2026, the Festival marks the start of an exciting new chapter in this global movement, right in the heart of Europe.
Celebrating innovation and collaboration in education, the Festival welcomes teachers, school leaders, and education professionals from across the Netherlands, wider Europe, and beyond. It offers an inclusive and inspiring space designed to challenge thinking, spark creativity, and connect those shaping the future of learning.
Far more than a traditional conference, the Festival features engaging sessions, influential speakers, and interactive experiences, all within a welcoming and energising atmosphere. Whether you’re in the classroom, leading a school, or supporting education in another way, you’ll find opportunities to share ideas, build connections, and grow professionally.
Join us in The Hague this June and be part of a global community reimagining education together.
To book your tickets, visit the Festival website.

Training and Technology Summit
2026-05-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Etc County Hall, County Hall, Belvedere Rd, London, England, SE1 7PB, United Kingdom
The Training and Technology Summit is a one-day event dedicated to helping educators harness the power of technology to improve teaching, learning and institutional impact. Bringing together experts, innovators and practitioners from across the education sector, the Summit provides a focused space to explore the latest developments in AI, edtech and digital practice.
Attendees will gain fresh insights, practical strategies and essential updates to support the effective adoption and embedding of technology across their organisations. Sessions will explore topics including the use of AI in education, creative approaches to classroom delivery, and practical guidance on challenges such as managing mobile phone use.
The Training and Technology Summit will feature expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops and opportunities to connect with peers from across the education sector. Designed for digital leaders, educators and support staff alike, the event offers practical ideas and real-world solutions to help institutions make confident decisions about technology.
There will also be oppotunities to meet partners and exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations supporting training, skills and technology.
With a strong focus on impact, the Summit aims to equip attendees with the knowledge, tools and connections needed to drive meaningful change through technology in education.
Register now to secure your place at the Training and Technology Summit 2026. Group discounts available.

Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
2026-05-14 10:00 - 12:30
This qualification is designed for individuals who assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the workplace, such as a workshop, classroom, or other training environment.
The qualification is assessed through the submission of a portfolio of evidence, allowing learners to demonstrate their competence across a range of assessment practices.
This course will begin on Thursday 14 May 2025, 10:00–12:30, with a 2.5-hour online session. This will be followed by further online classes and tutorial workshops, along with continuous support and collaboration through our EduScape platform.
Entry Guidance
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. It is suitable for individuals who work within the assessing sector and provides an opportunity to demonstrate competence across a wide range of job roles.
Mode of Delivery
The qualification content will be delivered online through a flexible and accessible approach in a supportive group environment.
Progression Opportunities
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress into employment in the assessing sector or to further learning, such as:
• IAO Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes
• IAO Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices
Course Duration
We expect you to complete this course within 12 months, although most learners complete it within 6–9 months.
Contact a member of the team to find out more or register your interest in the course here.

Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
2026-05-07 10:00 - 12:30
This qualification is intended for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of assessment without any requirement to practice as assessors.
This qualification will begin commence on Thursday 07 May 2026 at 10:00-12:30 with a 2.5-hour online study session, followed by two further online sessions to include an tutorial workshop and continuous support and collaboration via our EduScape platform.
Entry Guidance
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, learners will complete an initial assessment of their personal skills in English, mathematics and ICT.
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19+.
Mode of Delivery
The qualification content will be delivered online over 3 weeks in a supportive group environment.
Progression Opportunities
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress into employment as an assessor or onto further qualifications such as:
• IAO Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
• IAO Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
• IAO Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
• IAO Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes
Course Duration
We expect you to complete this course within 12 months, although most learners complete it within 3-6 months.
Contact a member of the team to find out more or reserve your place on the course here.

Apprenticeship Funding Assurance Reviews for 2025/26
2026-05-06 10:00 - 13:00
With the continued evolution of apprenticeship funding compliance and the publication of new DfE working papers for 2025/26, the expectations placed on providers are once again shifting. To help you stay ahead of these changes, EducationScape is proud to present a focused, one-part webinar designed to give you the clarity and confidence you need ahead of your next funding assurance review.
Delivered in collaboration with Karl Bentley, Director of Funding Assurance at Validera, this in-depth session will concentrate solely on apprenticeship funding assurance reviews for 2025/26. The session will also explore key DSAT issues that providers are currently encountering and how these are being interpreted within funding assurance reviews.
Taking place on 6th May, this live webinar will provide practical, detailed guidance to help you understand the latest DfE approach and what it means for your organisation.
Apprenticeships remain one of the most complex and scrutinised funding streams in the further education and skills sector. With new DfE working papers now in circulation, it is critical that providers understand both the technical requirements and the practical realities of audit and review.
In this session, Karl Bentley will:

Walk through the new 2025/26 DfE apprenticeship working papers
Explain sample sizes, materiality and error thresholds
Clarify the 100% review process and what triggers it
Provide a step-by-step breakdown of key working paper questions
Outline the evidence auditors expect to see
Highlight key DSAT issues and what they reveal about funding data risks
Highlight common pitfalls, do’s and don’ts, and lessons from real funding assurance reviews

Karl’s insights, drawn from years of experience in funding assurance, will help you prepare thoroughly and avoid the common mistakes that lead to clawbacks.
A live Q&A will follow the session, giving you the opportunity to raise your specific concerns and gain clarity on areas of risk within your own provision.
Who should attend?
This webinar is essential for:

Senior Leaders
Finance Directors
Funding and Compliance Managers
MIS Leads
Internal Audit and Quality Teams

If you are responsible for protecting your organisation from funding risk and ensuring audit readiness, this session will give you the tools and insight needed to approach 2025/26 with confidence.
Spaces are expected to fill quickly – secure your place and ensure you are fully prepared for the year ahead.
Join live or watch later on demand at a time that suits you.

The London and South East Great Teaching Conference
2026-04-28 09:00 - 16:30 | EdCity, EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF
Join us for The Great Teaching Conference – an exceptional day of in-person professional development led by two leading voices in evidence-informed practice: Stuart Kime, Co-Founder and Director of Education at Evidence Based Education, and Adam Kohlbeck, Director of Teacher Quality at Chiltern Learning Trust.
This is a rare opportunity to spend a full day learning directly from experts who live and breathe the research on great teaching. Through a carefully curated programme grounded in the best available evidence, Stuart and Adam will guide you through what really makes a difference to pupil outcomes, cutting through fads and focusing on what works.
Expect far more than theory. You’ll engage with robust research, explore real-world examples, and take part in rich professional discussion. Every session is designed to translate evidence into action, giving you practical, “Monday morning ready” strategies you can implement immediately. The aim is simple: you leave with sharper knowledge, strengthened skills, and renewed motivation to refine your practice.
What you’ll gain from attending
Across the day, we will:

Examine the core components of great teaching and how to embed them consistently across classrooms.
Explore what effective professional learning looks like — and how to make it work for all staff.
Build fluency and flexibility by identifying and addressing misconceptions in curriculum knowledge.
Unpack the research on teacher–student relationships, peer relationships, learner motivation, and cultures of high expectations.
Analyse how routines, rules and high-quality resources can maximise every minute of learning.
Consider how to ensure pupils think hard about the right things — and reduce the distractions and barriers that get in the way of deep learning.

Who should attend?
Whether you are a classroom teacher, middle leader, senior leader, working in a school, college or training setting, this conference will help you focus your time and energy where it matters most. It is a day of rigorous thinking, practical application, and purposeful professional dialogue — real substance, real expertise, and real value for money.
If you are committed to improving outcomes and want a research-rich, expertly led professional development experience, The Great Teaching Conference is for you.
All prices include VAT. Group booking discounts available. Contact our team via email.

Level 3 Award in Education and Training
2026-04-23 15:00 - 18:00
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an introductory teaching qualification designed for individuals who want to begin a career in teaching or training. It is suitable for a wide range of trainee teachers, including those who are not yet teaching, those currently delivering training, and assessors who would like to gain a recognised qualification that introduces them to teaching.
The qualification aims to prepare learners for employment and support progression into a teaching or training role within the workplace.
Our delivery team is widely recognised for raising standards in teaching, learning and assessment across the sector. With extensive experience in leadership, quality improvement, and frontline practice, we support providers to strengthen provision, improve outcomes, and embed a culture of excellence.
This qualification will begin through online study on Thursday 23 April 2026 at 15:00-18:00 and be followed by further online delivery, tutorial workshops, online microteaches, plus continuous support and collaboration via our EduScape platform.
Entry Guidance
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, learners will complete an initial assessment of their personal skills in English, mathematics and ICT.
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19+.
Mode of Delivery
The qualification will be delivered online over 12 weeks.
Progression Opportunities
Learners who complete this qualification may go on to further study in related areas such as:
• IAO Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
• Assessor and Verifier Qualifications
Course Duration
We expect you to complete this course within 12 months, although most learners complete it within 4–6 months.
Contact a member of the team to find out more or reserve your place on the course here.

China Festival of Education
2026-04-18 | Wellington College International Shanghai, 100 Haiyang W Rd, Pudong, Shanghai, 200126
The 9th China Festival of Education will return to Wellington College Education (China) in April 2026. The Festival of Education is a unique one-day festival that brings together learners, practitioners, thought leaders and visionary changemakers to share ideas, network, and develop research-informed methods to shape the future of teaching and learning.
At the heart of the China Festival of Education is the belief that learning should be engaging, inspiring, and enjoyable. The festival features a diverse mix of seasoned professionals and emerging voices through compelling keynote sessions, practical workshops, project spotlights, professional meetups, networking opportunities, student performances, and more.
To book your tickets, visit the Festival website.

Creating LGBT+ Inclusive Education
2026-04-16 12:15 - 13:15
In this vital one-hour session, Frankie from Just Like Us will equip you with the understanding and practical strategies to create the most inclusive environment for every young person.
Frankie’s background includes working as a teacher in London. Frankie now leads the effort to support and expand educational programmes that positively impact the lives of LGBT+ young people across the UK.
Who should attend
This is a session for all staff working in primary, secondary, sixth form and FE environments. It will be of particular interest to those working in wellbeing, student support, PSHE and inclusion.
The session will include

Key terminology refresher: A review of essential LGBT+ terminology to ensure everyone is confident and comfortable with inclusive language.
The lived experience (research and stories): An overview of Just Like Us’ landmark research (including reports like Growing up LGBT+ and Positive Futures), providing data-driven insights into the real-world experiences of LGBT+ young people. This will be brought to life with a powerful, personal story from a Just Like Us Ambassador.

Actionable steps for inclusion
We’ll explore practical, high-impact tips focusing on three key areas:

Representation and Curriculum: Reviewing resources and curriculum content to ensure LGBT+ visibility. (We’ll link to our free resource library for immediate support.)
Staff Allyship: Simple steps to support staff in stepping up as active allies. (This links to our free e-learning module.)
Creating Safe Spaces: Guidance on establishing and running a supportive club for LGBT+ pupils and allies. (This links to our free Pride Groups programme.)

The webinar will provide sufficient time for Q&A. Reserve your place now, 25% of all proceeds from this webinar will be donated to Just Like Us.

Beyond the Vibe: Taking Your AI-Assisted App Development to the Next Level
2026-03-24 08:30 - 16:15 | EdCity, EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF
Join leading AI specialist Darren Coxon to explore how 2025s word of the year “vibe-coding” has taken the world by storm.
This course will ease beginners into AI coding. By the end of the day you will have everything you need to take your vibe coding to the next level, and future courses will build on these firm foundations. There has never been a better time to build your own solutions with AI safely and securely. This introductory day shows you where to start!
Vibe-coding has taken the world by storm – so much so that it was 2025’s word of the year. But what is it and how do you get started? Vibe coding uses AI agents to write the computer code for you, leaving you to work as project manager and overall architect. You can now build complex, full-stack applications with zero coding experience in a fraction of the time (and at a tiny fraction of the cost) of hiring a team of developers.
However, without the right tools and workflow you’ll soon come unstuck. Building anything more than simple microsites takes meticulous planning, discipline and patience to keep on top of multiple workstreams and keep the whole build safe and error-free. This intensive, one day course will provide you with the foundations for success: from an overview of the platforms used through to step-by-step guides to the optimal workflows, by the end you will have both an excellent understanding of the AI coding environment and will have built your own simple, secure chatbot application.
This course is suitable for anyone who has a good understanding of generative AI: but you do not need to have any coding / development experience. Participants will have free access to Claude Max for the day to enable sufficient use of Claude Code during the training. Once you have enrolled on the course we will send you a list of the other free platforms you will need to have signed up to / downloaded in preparation for the day, so that we can get off to a flying start.
The day will include:

How to use Google Gemini to take your initial ideas and turn them into working development documents
Setting up your integrated development environment (IDE) to make the most of Claude Code
Other necessary tools – agents and MCPs
The Claude Code development workflow
How to debug without losing your hair (or marbles)
Simple backend integrations via API
The Github workflow and how to deploy online

This is a unique, course is for anyone interested in serious vibing, and will significantly accelerate your AI-assisted development skills, moving you well beyond no-code apps like Lovable, Manus, and Canva Code.

Inclusion and Belonging Summit
2026-03-17 08:30 - 16:30 | EdCity, EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF
Join us at the EducationScape Inclusion and Belonging Summit – a flagship event for schools and colleges, bringing together leaders, practitioners and specialists from across the education system to explore how we move from intention to impact when it comes to inclusion. This summit in partnership with The Skills Network has been deliberately designed to reflect the real journeys of learners, recognising that belonging must be nurtured consistently from early secondary education through post-16 and beyond. By hearing directly from speakers working in schools, colleges and national organisations, you will gain insight that is grounded in practice, informed by research and shaped by lived experience.
Why this summit matters now
While compliance with DfE funding guidance and Ofsted’s evolving inspection framework and report cards is important, it is no longer enough. Schools and colleges are being asked to demonstrate how culture, inclusion and wellbeing are embedded – not just documented. This summit creates space to step back and ask deeper questions:

What does true belonging look like in a school or college?
How do inclusive cultures reduce behaviour issues, improve attendance and support achievement?
How do we ensure no learner becomes disengaged at key transition points?

By focusing on belonging as a driver of success, this event supports you to build environments where children and young people feel confident, connected and able to thrive academically, personally and professionally.
A joined-up conversation for schools and colleges
One of the defining strengths of this summit is its cross-phase perspective. Inclusion does not reset when a learner moves from school to college, and neither should our thinking. Throughout the day, you will hear from:

School leaders and inclusion specialists
College and post-16 practitioners
Ofsted, researchers, sector experts and charities.

Together, they will explore how consistent approaches to culture, empathy and purpose can support learners across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and post-16 education, particularly at points where vulnerability and disengagement are most likely.
What you’ll gain from attending
This is a practical, thought-provoking day designed to support real change in your setting. You will:

Gain clear, evidence-informed strategies you can apply immediately
Develop a deeper understanding of how belonging underpins behaviour, attendance and wellbeing
Strengthen your confidence in responding to inspection and accountability pressures
Learn how to better support disadvantaged learners and those with additional needs
Connect with peers from schools and colleges facing similar challenges.

You will leave not only inspired, but equipped with tools, language and strategies that can be shared across your teams.
A whole-community approach to inclusion
A central theme of the summit is that belonging cannot be created by one role or department alone. Sessions will explore inclusion through a multi-faceted lens, recognising the vital contribution of:

Educators and leaders
Parents and carers
Learners themselves
Communities, employers and external partners.

We will also dedicate time to examining the power of parental engagement, particularly for learners navigating transition, disadvantage or disengagement.
What to expect on the day
You will hear from a rich and diverse range of speakers, including:

Professor Stuart Kime (Evidence Based Education), sharing research on how communities of learning create the conditions for belonging across schools and colleges
Professor Haili Hughes, offering insight into disadvantaged learners, staff agency and why belonging matters just as much for educators as it does for students
Former HMI, international trainer, author and leadership coach, Meena K Wood will share insights and strategies that have proved impactful across a range of educational settings
Empathy Studios, with Ed Kirwan exploring why empathy is fundamental to healthy culture and providing practical tools to develop it
Adam Kohlbeck, Director of Teacher Quality, The Chiltern Trust will explore how leaders can move beyond rigid ‘belonging frameworks’ to authentically cultivate a sense of identity and community through practical, localised strategies
Laura Mackay, CEO, Just Like Us charity will be joined by volunteers, highlighting why LGBT+ inclusion is essential in education
InspireEDucate’s James Pope, sharing strategic approaches to purpose-led culture where every learner feels they matter.

You will also hear:

Real-world case studies from schools, with a particular focus on Key Stage 3 and Year 9, where belonging often dips
Deep dives into culture, exploring purpose, empathy and leadership through an educational lens
Insightful discussions on current challenges, including Ofsted preparedness, NEETs, SEND and supported internships.

There will be multiple live Q&A sessions, allowing you to engage directly with speakers and explore the issues most relevant to your context. This is not just about understanding the problem, it’s about acting on it.
Who should attend?
This summit is essential for professionals leading inclusion, culture and wellbeing across schools and colleges, including:

Headteachers, Principals, CEOs and Executive Leaders
Senior leaders (Deputies, Assistants)
Designated safeguarding and pastoral leads
Governors and governance professionals
Behaviour, attendance and engagement leads
PSHE and RSE coordinators
Inclusion, SEND and wellbeing practitioners
Teachers/practitioners
Local authority professionals and policy advisors.

Secure your place
Places are limited, and demand for this event is expected to be high. By attending, you will:

Learn from leading voices across schools and colleges
Be part of a meaningful, sector-wide conversation
Take away strategies that genuinely improve outcomes for learners and staff.

Early bird discount available until 23 January 2026. All prices include VAT. Group booking discounts available. Contact our team via email. Together, let’s move beyond managing symptoms, and start building educational environments where every learner belongs and can achieve their full potential.

Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-03 | ACC Liverpool, King's Dock, Port of Liverpool, Kings Dock St,, Liverpool, England, L3 4FP, United Kingdom
The Apprenticeships and Training Conference (ATC) 2026 returns this March for two energising days at ACC Liverpool, bringing together the people who are shaping the future of skills, apprenticeships and workforce development.
Following a standout, record-breaking 2025, ATC 2026 lands at a pivotal moment for the sector. As the Government’s Skills Reform agenda gathers pace, this is your opportunity to step back, take stock and explore how a more employer-led, flexible and future-focused system can unlock productivity, growth and opportunity across the UK.
ATC is not just a conference – it’s where policy meets practice. Across two packed days, you’ll hear from inspiring voices, engage in practical debate, and leave with ideas and insights you can take straight back into your organisation.
Unmissable keynote speakers
ATC 2026 will be anchored by powerful keynote sessions from:

Francesca Martinez, on inclusion, resilience and removing barriers to potential
Chloe Combi, offering vital insight into Gen Z, culture and the future workforce
Owen O’Kane, exploring wellbeing, performance and leadership in demanding systems.

Plus lot’s more. Join us for two days of excellent content culminating in the Apprenticeship and Training Awards hosted by comedian Sara Pascoe. Book your tickets for the event here.

16 to 19 Bursary and Free Meals in FE Requirements
2026-02-11 10:30 - 12:00
The Department for Education (DfE) has raised growing concerns about providers’ ability to evidence compliance with 16–19 Bursary Funding and Free Meals in Further Education Funding. As part of its 2024/25 funding assurance approach, the DfE has already carried out a series of focused reviews – and scrutiny in these areas is only set to increase.
With funding assurance firmly in the spotlight, providers must be confident that their processes, controls and evidence will stand up to challenge.
Join us live on 11 February 2026, 10.30am–12.00pm, or watch on demand at a time that suits you, for a practical, insight-led webinar designed to help you stay compliant, audit-ready and protected.
Led by Lisa Smith and Emma Gipson from RSM UK, this session will move beyond guidance and focus on what providers actually need to do in response to recent reviews. Drawing directly on real assurance activity, our expert speakers will guide you through:

The most common compliance gaps identified during recent DfE reviews
What these findings mean for 2025/26 funding assurance
What good evidence really looks like in practice
Practical, actionable steps to strengthen internal processes and documentation
How to minimise the risk of funding clawback and ensure consistency across your organisation

You’ll leave with greater clarity, practical examples, and the confidence that your approach to bursaries and free meals is robust, defensible and future-proofed.
This essential session is ideal for senior leaders, finance teams, MIS and funding staff, compliance leads, and anyone responsible for audit readiness or oversight of 16–19 provision.
If you’re responsible for protecting funding in an increasingly challenging assurance landscape, this is a session you can’t afford to miss.

Practical Strategies for Developing Powerful Change Conversations
2026-01-28 16:00 - 18:00
In today’s challenging world, educators are facing unprecedented hurdles. Teachers are working harder than ever to instil good learning habits, while managers spend valuable time supporting staff who have low resilience.
The long-term impacts of social media, COVID and global uncertainties have created a perfect storm, leading to low resilience in staff and a worrying trend of stress and unhappiness in young people.
We know that a feeling of hopelessness and dreams that are unrealistic can block progress and prevent the development of positive mindsets. So, how can we create new narratives that inspire hope in young people and give educators the strategies to strengthen resilience?
What to expect?
This session offers a breakthrough by utilising Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP). Defined as the “art and science of personal excellence” and used by individuals and businesses across the globe to overcome fears and achieve more, NLP provides practical tools for creating emotionally intelligent conversations and fostering positive change.
This session will show you how to apply these techniques with integrity in your work, helping move staff and young people from an unsatisfactory state to them being able to achieve a successful outcome.
What you’ll learn:

Build Rapport: Explore the sensory awareness and flexible behaviours needed for effective communication and change.
Change Limiting Beliefs: Understand the strong connection between beliefs and positive outcomes, learning how to challenge self-limiting beliefs.
Master Language: Practice powerful questioning and positive framing to challenge unhelpful assumptions.

Who should attend?
If you are a teacher, leader, manager or member of support staff keen to try a new approach, this session is for you.
Break free from the negative cycles of self-criticism, eroded self-belief, and passive compliance. This training will help you enter a virtuous circle of self-belief and committed, values-driven motivation, enabling you to achieve the outcomes you desire, both for yourself and your learners.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity – register now to book your place! Unable to join us live? Don’t worry, sign up and watch on demand.

Quality Assurance Network | Autumn Event
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:30
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Quality Assurance Network | Autumn Event
Join the Autumn Network Event for expert insights on quality assurance and improvement initiatives that aim to drive high standards across education.
Join leaders, educators and other professionals at the Autumn Quality Assurance Network for vital updates from Ofsted plus other insightful strategies aimed at improving and enhancing quality practices.
December 3
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
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Who is this event for?
This event is designed for those who lead on quality assurance and quality improvement within their school, college or training provider. The Quality Assurance Network’s Autumn Event will unite senior leaders, curriculum managers, educators and practitioners, providing support for those who share a commitment to deliver the highest standards of education and training.
Why attend?
This vibrant new termly event offers a collaborative space that encourages the sharing of effective practice, explores innovations, and provides updates on key developments. The Autumn Term Event fosters this approach through the sharing of important updates and information, innovative thinking to address common challenges, and ultimately empowering attendees to drive positive change within their organisations.
This term we are delighted to include:

An update and guidance from Ofsted on current thinking and next steps.
Input from The Duchess’s Community High School, Alnwick on the positive impact their sustainable quality improvement model is having for staff.
And, how Blackpool and the Fylde College are using structured and adaptive quality practices to provide support across the organisation.

What to expect
Join EducationScape’s Co-Directors Karen Plowman and Jo Shirley, along with Senior HMI Dr Richard Beynon, James Wilson and Dr Jonathan Hills to discover useful approaches, technologies and strategies to maximise and support quality across your organisation.
The Quality Assurance Network is more than just a meeting it’s a community of dedicated professionals who are all committed to ongoing high-quality provision for their staff and learners. So, join us at our Autumn Event to learn, share and meet with others in similar roles across the sector to improve excellence in the quality of education and training.
Together we can make a difference.
Book your spot from 1st September using discount code: NEWTERM2025 to benefit from a 20% discount. Offer ends on 30th September.
Register now to secure your spot!
Speakers

Karen Plowman
Training and Professional Development Co‑Director, EducationScape

Jo Shirley
Training and Professional Development Co‑Director, EducationScape

Dr Jonathan Hills
Learning, Teaching and Assessment Manager, Blackpool and the Fylde College
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Senior leaders, curriculum managers, educators and other practitioners who lead on quality assurance and quality improvement across schools, colleges, and training providers.

Online Event

10:00-11:30, Wednesday 03 December

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£75 inc VAT
We accept all major credit/debit cards.
Agenda
10:00 – 11:30 | Live webinar
(Agenda subject to change)
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Winter Data and Funding Conference
2025-12-03 08:30 - 16:00 | EdCity, EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF
Winter Data and Funding Conference
A must attend one-day event for FE data and funding professionals
Join the Winter Data and Funding Conference 2025 for a day packed with valuable insights, expert knowledge, and practical guidance. This one-day event is tailored for data and funding professionals in the further education sector, offering a focused experience you won’t want to miss.
December 3
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8:30 am
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4:00 pm
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Join us this winter for an unmissable day of insight, expertise, and practical guidance at the Winter Data and Funding Conference 2025, a focused one-day event designed specifically for data and funding professionals working across the further education sector.
Held at EdCity, London this conference will bring together sector leaders, funding specialists, and assurance experts to explore the latest developments, trends, and challenges in education funding.
What to expect:

Department for Education (DfE) Funding Reviews and insights: stay informed with essential updates from the DfE, including policy changes, funding reviews, and how these affect colleges and training providers.
Common issues and how to avoid them: discover practical steps to avoid funding pitfalls, with expert-led sessions focusing on real-world case studies and assurance findings.
Live Q&A opportunities: engage with leading experts and ask your most pressing questions about funding data, assurance, and compliance.

Key sessions include:

Funding assurance themes from 2024/25: Delivered by Lisa Smith and Emma Gipson, RSM – get the inside track on the most common themes and issues arising from the latest round of DfE funding assurance reviews. This in-depth session will also look ahead to 2025/26, offering early insights into expected assurance requirements and working papers.
Caroline Charlton, Head of Data Assurance, Office for Students – learn about how the Office for Students uses data from colleges. Hear about common issues found through OfS data audit, and how to avoid them.
Funding challenges in a devolved landscape: Delivered by Emma Davison, Funding Data Manager, NCG – learn how one of the UK’s largest college groups is navigating the complexities of working with multiple devolved authorities, and the operational changes made in response.
PDSAT for 2025/26: Delivered by Karl Bentley, Director of Funding Assurance, Validera – this session will focus on PDSAT developments for 2025/26 (subject to release), highlighting what to look for and how to prepare your data for audit readiness.

More sessions to be announced shortly.
Who should attend?

MIS teams
Funding managers
Data leads
Compliance officers
Senior leaders
Governors that are responsible for audit and financial oversight.

The event is also useful for anyone involved in funding assurance or data management within further education colleges, training providers, and adult education institutions.
Places are limited – don’t miss your chance to stay ahead of the curve in funding assurance and data compliance. Book now and benefit from a 30% discount. Offer ends on the 30 September.

Speakers

Lisa Smith
Director, RSM

Emma Gipson
Manager, RSM

Karl Bentley
Director of Funding Assurance, Validera

Emma Davison
Funding Data Manager, NCG

Caroline Charlton
Head of Data Assurance, Office for Students

MIS teams, funding managers, data leads, compliance officers, senior leaders and governors.

EdCity, 1EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TN

Wednesday 3rd December 2025

£168 excl. VAT. Price includes 30% discount. Standard price £240. Book before the 30 September to benefit from the discount.
We accept all major credit/debit cards. Payment on invoice available for organisations.
Agenda
08:30 – 09:30 | Registration & welcome refreshments
09:30 – 11:00 | Session One
11:00 – 11:30 | Morning Break
11:30 –13:00 | Session Two
13:00 –13:45 | Lunch
13:45 -15:30 | Session Three
15:30 -16:00 | Closing Session
(Agenda subject to change)
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