The EdTech Summit
The EdTech Summit returns to the NEC, Birmingham on 19th and 20th November, bringing together forward-thinking edtech enthusiasts looking to transform educational outcomes through technology!
Keeping up with evolving student needs through technology presents a real challenge for schools and universities. At the EdTech Summit, you’ll make valuable connections, access free CPD content and discover tangible solutions to enhance learning outcomes and boost your digital capabilities.
This year’s two-day event offers more education innovation and inspiration than ever! Experts will cover the key topics in education technology, providing actionable insights to help you optimise your digital transformation strategy, enhance AI integration and create a culture of technological innovation across your organisation.
Our Partners & Supporters:
Be Part of the Largest Community of EdTech Professionals
500+
Fellow edtech leaders to meet, connect and collaborate with
50+
Market-leading suppliers showcasing cutting-edge edtech solutions
10
Hours of CPD-certified content designed to inspire and educate across key topics in education technology
20+
Industry-leading speakers providing actionable insights and best-practice guidance
The Ultimate Destination for Senior EdTech Experts
Transform Student Outcomes Through Technology and Innovation
✅Save time and money sourcing the right technology solutions for your organisation
✅Upskill and unlock practical content to help nurture your professional growth
✅ Get a whole year's worth of networking and idea exchange packed into one event
✅Learn from the recent successes of fellow EdTech enthusiasts
✅Stay ahead of emerging trends in education technology
2025 Confirmed Exhibitors Include:
2025 Confirmed Speakers Include:
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![Nicole Ponsford]()
Dr Nicole Ponsford
Doctoral Researcher and Chief Executive Officer and Founder
The GEC -
![Somayyeh Clifton]()
Somayyeh Clifton
Head of Quality Improvement and Innovation
North East Surrey College of Technology -
![Nick Osborne]()
Nick Osborne
Chief Executive Officer
Maritime Academy Trust -
![Osi Ejiofor]()
Osi Ejiofor
Educational Technologist
United Learning -
![Greg Hughes]()
Greg Hughes
Trust Leader: Digital Strategy
Affinity Learning Partnership -
![Emma Darcy]()
Emma Darcy
Director of Technology for Learning
Denbigh High School -
![Mike Finlay]()
Mike Finlay
Headteacher
Springwater School -
![Dave Smith]()
Dave Smith
Director of Procurement and Trust-wide Projects
Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust -
![Jon Needham]()
Jon Needham
National Director of Safeguarding & Mental Health
Oasis Community Learning -
![Edward Vitalis]()
Edward Vitalis
Chief Executive Officer
Invictus Education Trust -
![Phillipa Harris]()
Phillipa Harris
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Invictus Education Trust -
![Dr Neelam Parmar]()
Dr Neelam Parmar
Group Director of Digital Education
AISL Harrow Schools -
![Abid Patel]()
Abid Patel
Cyber Security Specialist
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![Professor Julian McDougall]()
Professor Julian McDougall
Chair, Media and Information Literacy Alliance and Professor of Media and Education
Bournemouth University -
![Vicky Merrick]()
Vicky Merrick
Director
Merrick-Ed Limited
Who Should Attend?
The EdTech Summit is free-to-to-attend for educators working in schools, academies, MATs, universities and colleges and the wider public sector. From directors of IT and digital transformation, to senior leaders across schools and MATs, we provide a platform to make new connections, spark new ideas and discover new organisations - all packed into one event, under one roof!
Schools
Access free CPD-content and test the latest cutting-edge EdTech products and solutions, specifically designed to help you enhance teaching and learning across your classroom. Make connections, learn from schools leading the way in EdTech innovation and discover best practice insights to help you elevate pupil outcomes through technology.
Universities
EdTech has become an integral part of every higher education institution and it’s more important than ever to keep up with the latest innovations. The EdTech Summit is the ultimate destination to network, stay ahead of the curve on the latest technology advancements and source solutions to elevate outcomes for your students and drive change.
Co-Located with the SAASHOW!
An Unmissable Education Event For School Leaders
The EdTech Summit will be co-located with the Schools & Academies Show and the Independent Schools Conference. Your free pass to the EdTech Summit will provide access to all show content, exhibition and features, so you can benefit from connecting with a wider audience, accessing more CPD and meeting with a diverse range of market-leading education suppliers all at one event!
NEW FOR 2025!
Introducing the HE Transformation Expo
We are delighted to announce that the SAASHOW and EdTech Summit have joined forces with HE Professional to launch the Higher Education Transformation Expo!
This exciting exhibition has been designed around the needs of senior leadership teams around higher education working to drive financial resilience through long term transformation. Through deep-dive discussion and best practice case studies, the show provides visitors with transformative solutions that will be vital for designing an operating model fit for the future.
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