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SAASHOW Birmingham: Where School Leaders Come to Shape the Future of Education

Schools & Academies Show | August 2026 | 4 min read

We are delighted to be partnering with the Schools & Academies Show this November!

What is the Schools & Academies Show?

School leadership has never been more demanding. From managing stretched budgets and navigating policy changes to embracing AI, strengthening inclusion and improving pupil outcomes, education leaders are expected to solve increasingly complex challenges.

That's exactly why thousands of senior education professionals come together every year at the Schools & Academies Show Birmingham.

Taking place on 18–19 November 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, the UK's leading education event brings together expert insight, practical CPD, innovative suppliers and invaluable networking — all specifically designed to ensure senior leaders return to school with fresh ideas they can put into action immediately.

Learn from the Sector's Leading Voices

With more than 300 speakers delivering over 50 hours of CPD-certified content, the event offers one of the most comprehensive professional development programmes available for education leaders.

Hear directly from influential voices across education, including:

The Rt․ Hon. Laura Trott MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Education
Emma Wilson, Director, Education Value for Money Team, National Audit Office (NAO)
Benedicte Yue, Chief Financial Officer, Community & Partnerships, River Learning Trust
The Rt. Hon. Suella Braverman KC MP, Spokesman for Education, Skills & Equalities, Reform UK
Sam Freedman, Senior Fellow, Institute for Government
Dr. Jon Needham, National Director of Safeguarding & Mental Health, Oasis Academy Trust
Stella James, Host, B2Education Unpacked — The Education Growth Podcast
Gary Smart, Trust Head of Capital & Compliance, Matrix Academy Trust
Rob Peters, Director of Marketing and Communications, National Governance Association
Edward Vitalis, Chief Executive Officer, Invictus Education Trust
Adam Sproston, Senior HMI for SEND, AP and Inclusion, Ofsted
Dave Smith, Director of Procurement and Trust-wide Projects, Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust

Save Months of Research in Just Two Days

Finding trusted education suppliers can be time-consuming. At the Schools & Academies Show you'll have the opportunity to meet more than 250 education solution providers under one roof, allowing you to compare products, ask questions and explore new innovations—all at one event, under one roof.

Whether you're reviewing your MIS, exploring AI tools, planning estates improvements or searching for cost-saving services, you'll be able to speak directly with the organisations supporting schools across the UK.

Build a Year's Worth of Connections

The show is also a unique opportunity for school and trust leaders to network and make connections with peers who are facing the same challenges as them. Across the two days you’ll meet headteachers, MAT CEOs, school business managers, SENDCOs, governors, estates leaders and more.

Whether during networking breaks, dedicated networking activities or informal conversations across the exhibition, you'll gain valuable insights from colleagues tackling similar issues in their own schools and trusts.

Four Education Events. One Free Pass.

Your complimentary pass for the Schools & Academies Show unlocks access to four specialist education events running alongside the main exhibition.

This means even more opportunities to discover new ideas, attend CPD-certified sessions and meet sector experts at the:

SEND Conference
EdTech Summit
Independent Schools Conference

Whatever your area of responsibility, you'll have access to even more tailored content and specialist expertise all over two days at one single event.

Explore Interactive Show Features

Throughout the show floor, you'll also discover a range of interactive show features specifically designed to help you learn, network and solve problems in a more engaging way:

The Government Education Village gives school and trust leaders a rare opportunity to engage directly with senior representatives from the Department for Education and key education bodies in an informal, accessible setting.
The CPC Village gives school and trust leaders direct access to trusted procurement specialists and framework providers who can help schools reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
The Inclusive Classroom, hosted by Findel Education, brings inclusive learning environments to life through immersive, real-world examples designed to inspire school and MAT leaders.Inclusive Classroom

What are the benefits of attending?

Attending the Schools & Academies Show isn't simply about spending time away from school— it's about making that time count. In just two days you can:

Stay ahead of sector developments and policy changes.
Gain practical CPD that supports your professional development.
Compare hundreds of trusted education suppliers.
Learn from leading practitioners.
Build valuable professional relationships.
Discover ideas that improve efficiency, save money and enhance outcomes for pupils.

Key Event Details:

Schools & Academies Show
Co-Located with the EdTech Summit, SEND Conference & Independent Schools Conference

Event Dates: 18th & 19th November 2026

Location: NEC, Birmingham

Registration Link: https://hubs.la/Q04vDpJJ0

Free for all schools, including MATs, academies, independent schools, colleges, universities, local authorities and central government and the wider public sector.