Mapping the Future of Your School.
NEC, Birmingham
Solve Your School's
Key Challenges in Two Days
The Schools & Academies Show is the UK’s leading event for senior education leaders building stronger, more effective school improvement plans.
Our show brings together expert CPD, trusted solutions and practical strategies to help leaders solve real challenges, improve efficiency and enhance pupil outcomes.
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Headline Speakers Announced
Gain valuable insight from some of the most respected voices in education through keynote presentations, best-practice case studies and interactive panel discussions.
The Rt Hon. Laura Trott MP
Shadow Secretary of State for EducationThe Conservative Party
Sam Freedman
Senior FellowInstitute for Government
The Rt. Hon. Suella Braverman KC MP
Spokesman for Education, Skills & EqualitiesReform UK
Christie Spurling MBE
Founder & Chief Executive OfficerN-Gage
Dr․ Anita Devi
Chief Executive OfficerTEAM ADL
Frances Akinde
Inclusion Leader and Expert
Sue Lovelock
Regional Director of The West MidlandsDepartment for Education
Angi Gibson
PresidentNational Association of Head Teachers
Keziah Featherstone
Executive Trust LeaderThe Mercian Trust
Mark McCourt
Chief Executive OfficerAcademy Transformation Trust
Adam Sproston
Senior HMI for SEND, AP and InclusionOfsted
Cassie Buchanan
Chief Executive OfficerThe Charter Schools Trust
Edward Vitalis
Chief Executive OfficerInvictus Education Trust
The Rt Hon. Laura Trott MP
Shadow Secretary of State for EducationThe Conservative Party
Sam Freedman
Senior FellowInstitute for Government
The Rt. Hon. Suella Braverman KC MP
Spokesman for Education, Skills & EqualitiesReform UK
Christie Spurling MBE
Founder & Chief Executive OfficerN-Gage
Dr․ Anita Devi
Chief Executive OfficerTEAM ADL
Frances Akinde
Inclusion Leader and Expert
Sue Lovelock
Regional Director of The West MidlandsDepartment for Education
Angi Gibson
PresidentNational Association of Head Teachers
Keziah Featherstone
Executive Trust LeaderThe Mercian Trust
Mark McCourt
Chief Executive OfficerAcademy Transformation Trust
Adam Sproston
Senior HMI for SEND, AP and InclusionOfsted
Cassie Buchanan
Chief Executive OfficerThe Charter Schools Trust
Edward Vitalis
Chief Executive OfficerInvictus Education Trust
Practical Solutions for Schools & Trust Leaders
Designed to help school leaders solve real challenges in one place, under one roof.
Industry-Leading Speakers
Hours of CPD-content
Solution Providers
School Leaders
Benefits of Attending
Save Time
Save time and compare trusted school solutions all in one place.
Save Money
Discover cost-effective solutions that help maximise school budgets and improve efficiency.
Upskill
Access tailored CPD content designed to support your professional development.
Network
Build a year’s worth of meaningful connections in just one event.
Peer Insight
Learn from the successes and challenges of senior education leaders.
Stay Informed
Stay ahead of policy changes, priorities, and emerging sector trends.
Built Around Your Strategic Challenges
Leadership & Governance
Gain clarity on national policy and inspection priorities, discover proven strategies to improve school and trust performance, and connect with peers and solutions that drive whole-trust improvement.
Business & Finance
Discover cost-saving solutions, optimise budgets and resource allocation, and build long-term financial resilience.
Inclusion & Wellbeing
Gain expert guidance on implementing evidence-based SEND strategies, strengthen your provision, and improve outcomes for pupils with complex needs.
Estates & Sustainability
Discover cost-saving estates solutions, stay compliant with statutory requirements, create safe learning environments, and advance your sustainability goals.
EdTech & Digital Transformation
Explore scalable EdTech solutions, discover how AI and emerging technologies can strengthen digital capability, and enhance teaching and learning.
Teaching & Learning
Explore evidence-based approaches, stay up to date with the latest pedagogical thinking, and improve classroom practice and pupil attainment.
See the #SAASHOW in Action
Explore the energy, insight and practical value of the Schools & Academies Show before joining us at the NEC Birmingham.
Register hereReal insights from school and trust leaders
I left with fresh insights, useful contacts, and a clearer sense of next steps.Governor, Broughton Fields Primary School
A really informative and enjoyable two days — I came away with ideas and inspiration to improve our provision.COO, Pivot Academy
From engaging talks to hands-on exhibits, the event offered a fantastic mix of insight and inspiration.Site Manager, Yenton Primary School
The exhibition featured a varied range of exhibitors, giving me the chance to explore new products and connect with current suppliers.School Business Manager, Millfields First School
Excellent event, informative, engaging with plenty of opportunities to reflect on best practice.SENCO, Davenant Foundation School
Excellent event offering an all-in-one resource for meeting suppliers, networking and updating sector knowledge.Director, Villages Multi Academy Trust
The SAA Show is the one event I make time for each year. The estates knowledge available is always beneficial.Health and Safety, Estates and Procurement Officer, Keystone Academy Trust
This was a fabulous event, one of my favourites. The range and quality of speakers was excellent and very engaging. There were lots of networking opportunities and great facilities at the venue too!Specialist Teacher, Woodbridge Trust
The Schools & Academies Show is always such a superb event with opportunities to learn, to network and to raise awareness of many educational aspects. Everyone in the sector gains from this type of event.School Advisor, Sheffield City Council
The event provided a unique opportunity to explore innovative solutions, connect with leading education technology providers, and gain insights into best practices from fellow educators and industry experts. I left feeling inspired and equipped with new ideas to enhance learning, streamline operations, and support our staff and students more effectively.IT Manager, Charles Darwin School
Would highly recommend. A packed and varied agenda covering the key areas in education, all under one roof! Opportunities to network and leave the event with a wealth of practical ideas to put into practice in school.Deputy Headteacher, Parklands High School
I left with fresh insights, useful contacts, and a clearer sense of next steps.Governor, Broughton Fields Primary School
A really informative and enjoyable two days — I came away with ideas and inspiration to improve our provision.COO, Pivot Academy
From engaging talks to hands-on exhibits, the event offered a fantastic mix of insight and inspiration.Site Manager, Yenton Primary School
The exhibition featured a varied range of exhibitors, giving me the chance to explore new products and connect with current suppliers.School Business Manager, Millfields First School
Excellent event, informative, engaging with plenty of opportunities to reflect on best practice.SENCO, Davenant Foundation School
Excellent event offering an all-in-one resource for meeting suppliers, networking and updating sector knowledge.Director, Villages Multi Academy Trust
The SAA Show is the one event I make time for each year. The estates knowledge available is always beneficial.Health and Safety, Estates and Procurement Officer, Keystone Academy Trust
This was a fabulous event, one of my favourites. The range and quality of speakers was excellent and very engaging. There were lots of networking opportunities and great facilities at the venue too!Specialist Teacher, Woodbridge Trust
The Schools & Academies Show is always such a superb event with opportunities to learn, to network and to raise awareness of many educational aspects. Everyone in the sector gains from this type of event.School Advisor, Sheffield City Council
The event provided a unique opportunity to explore innovative solutions, connect with leading education technology providers, and gain insights into best practices from fellow educators and industry experts. I left feeling inspired and equipped with new ideas to enhance learning, streamline operations, and support our staff and students more effectively.IT Manager, Charles Darwin School
Would highly recommend. A packed and varied agenda covering the key areas in education, all under one roof! Opportunities to network and leave the event with a wealth of practical ideas to put into practice in school.Deputy Headteacher, Parklands High School
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