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Dive into learning at The #EdTechSummit!

9:35 AM to 9:55 AM | Opening Keynote: Technology and Inclusion - The Golden Threads

  • How EdTech can be leveraged to improve educational outcomes for all by promoting equity and parity

  • Intersectional approaches to EdTech: How does assistive technology facilitate autonomous learning for learners, helping them develop essential life skills

  • Assistive potential of AI in a fast paced and changing environment

  • Building an inclusive environment in your setting using assistive technology

Confirmed Speaker:

Lord Chris Holmes

Member and Former Paralympic Swimmer

House of Lords

9:55 AM to 10:25 AM | Leveraging AI to reduce teacher workload,
with Oak National Academy

  • This session will look at what we know about how schools are already using AI to support practice, and the main barriers to safe, effective use of AI tools in education.

  • It will also feature a full demonstration of Oak National Academy's brand-new, free to use lesson assist "Aila". Released publicly last month, this tool draws on Oak's high-quality content to help teachers plan national-curriculum aligned lessons in a fraction of the usual time.

Confirmed Speakers:

Hannah-Beth Clark

Former Headteacher and Curriculum Design Manager

Oak National Academy

Emma Searle

Product Manager of AI tools

Oak National Academy

10:35 AM to 11:15 AM | The EdTech Paradigm Shift: Putting Pedagogy at Centre of Digital Strategy

  • The ‘PedTech’ revolution has sparked significant debate over the role technology plays within educational settings. Should we be reconsidering the way we use technology in education?

  • Discussing the importance of integrating technology with pedagogical intent, aligning classroom practices and teaching methods

  • Putting pupils at the centre of your digital strategy: Evaluating tech use with an evidence-based approach, prioritising pedagogy alongside technology

  • Aligning your tech purchases and strategy with the changing needs of your learners

Confirmed Speakers:

Alice Whitby

Deputy Principal & Teacher Development Lead

Oasis Community Learning

James Lewry

Teacher - Cloud Champion

LEO Academy Trust

Matt Clements

Teacher - Cloud Champion

LEO Academy Trust

Dan Worth

Senior Editor

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Lady Kirsty Grundy

Director of Primary Education and Principal

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust

Mark Martin MBE

Assistant Professor in Computer Science & Education Practice and Founder

Northeastern University London and Urban Teacher

  • Establishing clear lines of accountability for AI strategy and leadership will be an essential requirement for education organisations moving forward

  • How we can effectively support staff, students, and stakeholders in developing vision and policy within this rapidly evolving landscape, while also ensuring accessibility and achieving improved outcomes for learners

  • Keeping your privacy on lock with an organisational AI policy

  • Educating both staff and learners about the ‘ethical implications’ of using artificial intelligence

11:25 AM to 12:15 PM | Having an AI Strategy in Place in your Organisation

Confirmed Speakers:

Rashik Parmar MBE

Chief Executive

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

Daniel Bull

Head of Learning Technologies

Leigh Academies Trust

Rob Peters

Director of Marketing and Communications

National Governance Association

Dan Worth

Senior Editor

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Georgina Dean

Founder

EdTech Stealth Startup

Dr Shaid Mahmood

Chair

Association of Colleges (AoC)

12:25 PM to 12:55 PM | Navigating the DfE Technology Standards, Ensuring Cyber Security, Safeguarding and Value For Money in IT

  • Hear from real-life examples of how Concero Education has helped schools become safe and secure.

  • Understand how you can ensure your systems are future-ready

  • Develop a strategy for adopting and implementing standards with your IT Support team.

Confirmed Speakers:

Matthew Setchell

Chief Technology Officer

Concero Education Technology

Sarah Fisher

Educational Coach, Mentor & Serving Inspector

EmpowerEd - Educational Solutions

Harvey Sarai

Headteacher and Interim CEO

Bantock Primary and the Wulfruna Partnership

Hosted By:

Concero Education

1:05 PM to 1:35 PM | Empowering Teachers from Admin to Impact: Reducing Teacher Workload Through AI Innovation

  • Strategies for reducing administrative burdens and letting teachers focus on what really matters—teaching.

  • Case studies on how organisations are adopting an AI-driven platform to save time and improve efficiency.

  • Tips on leveraging AI to ensure a better work-life balance for staff and improved educational outcomes.

Hosted By:

Teachermatic

Exhibitor

Stand A62

Confirmed Speaker:

Reza Mosavian

Senior Partnership Development Manager

TeacherMatic 

1:45 PM to 2:40 PM | Digital Safeguarding and Pupil Wellbeing: A Vital Piece of the EdTech Puzzle

  • Research shows that most students who claimed to feel "confident" about safely using the internet lacked media literacy. How should pupils be best taught about digital literacy and online harms?

  • There is a vital need to teach online safety skills beyond the classroom: Ways to better support parents and guardians in managing their children's online safety

  • Digital Wellbeing: Understanding wellbeing challenges faced, building cultures that help all students to feel supported

  • How can we identify online risks and empower students with a sense of responsibility to navigate them safely and effectively? Educating on Cyberbullying, Manipulation, and Grooming

Confirmed Speakers:

Rob Peters

Director of Marketing and Communications

National Governance Association

Dr Jon Needham

National Director

Oasis Education

Jenna Khanna

Regitonal Director (UK)

Common Sense Media

Dan Worth

Senior Editor

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Holly Hunt

Learning Technologist Team Leader

Basingstoke College of Technology

Karen Squillino

Local services Director

NSPCC

Professor Sonia Livingstone

Digital Futures for Children Centre

London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

  • Streamlining EdTech, focusing on efficiencies and effectiveness for both students and staff

  • Navigating a never-ending product market effectively: Low-cost solutions for operational efficiencies

  • Reframing conversations around finance and procurement to focus on the positive and the possibilities

  • Tech procurement strategy: guidance about core needs, nice to haves, and discretionary optionsg

2:45 PM to 3:15 PM | Budget Blues? Optimising Savings Through Tailoring your Tech to your Organisation

Confirmed Speakers:

Dr Neelam Parmar

Chief Digital Officer

E-ACT

Sarah Baber

Chief Executive Officer

Great Learners Trust