Education Conference 2025: The Future of Schools

Join our nationally-recognised Education team for our 2025 conference – The Future of Schools.

We will explore this theme from multiple angles, with sessions including AI, EdTech and cyber security, governance for the 21^st century, the future of safeguarding in schools and navigating staffing challenges. See confirmed speakers below and look out for the full agenda reveal soon.

Were delighted that the Independent Schools’ Bursars Association (“ISBA”) and the Institute of School Business Leadership (“ISBL”) are our official partners in delivering this event, as we look to bring the sector together to examine common challenges and opportunities.

Held at the iconic British Library in London and hosted by Head of Education Sector Kristine Scott, delegates will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and network with speakers and fellow attendees.

Keynote: The future of the educational landscape and how we get there

David Woodgate, CEO of ISBA and Stephen Morales, CEO of ISBL

The educational landscape has undergone significant change over the last few years and this transformation is set to continue over the next decade and beyond. For our keynote address, we’re delighted to bring together both sides of the sector as David Woodgate and Stephen Morales examine what the future holds for our schools.

More confirmed speakers include: 

• Simon Holden, CEO and Founder, Safehire.ai
• Irfan Latif, Headmaster, Royal Hospital School
• Frank Jennings, Partner - Technology and Innovation, HCR Law
• Oliver Daniels, Partner and Head of Education and Charities, HCR Law
• Samantha Lock, Human Resources Director, The Harpur Trust
• Sam Coutinho, Co-Founder and Director, Sam Coutinho Consulting
• Amit Mehta, Founder and CEO, Inspired Learning Group
• Steven Murray, Partner and Head of IP and Technology Disputes, HCR Law
• Nick Pratt, Director, Independent Safeguarding Service CIC
• Antony Spencer, CEO, Mill Hill School Foundation

Explore the full agenda

Spaces are limited, so book your ticket now to join us on 9 October.