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A one-day professional learning event in Washington, D.C. that brings together educators, leaders, and thought-leaders together to share insights, spark innovation, and inspire new possibilities in teaching and learning. The Washington, D.C. Festival of Education is a unique professional learning event that brings together a vibrant and diverse community of educators.

Simon Education presents the seventh Black Book Festival, including The Education Expo 2026, raising funds for the SEADS Project. This grassroots festival is aimed at the African and Caribbean community and is a platform to showcase authors, publishers and booksellers. The event provides an opportunity for the global community to: listen to new and exciting Black writers and publishers learn how to write the book they always knew they had within them learn about the global Black book industry identify opportunities to publish and exhibit books on the Black experience. Another aim of the festival is to raise much needed funds for Simon Education's SEADS Project, that provides free education resources and teacher training resources to schools in Africa and the Caribbean. The project currently supports 38 schools in 10 countries with a total student population of 35,000. Entrance guidelines: Free entry to book expo with 50 stalls. Paid entrance to seminar presentations and book expo. Paid ticket holders to go to the front of the queue. Seminar tickets can be booked online or at the venue and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served, basis. Festival DJ/Music Provided by our own in-house Music (RnB, Afrobeats and Reggae) featuring DJ Rak Writing & Publishing seminars (Paid ticket holders only 11.30am - 5 pm) Bestselling author Paige Lewin in conversation with author Sandra A. Agard How to Write, Publish and Market Your Book with author David Simon Celebrating 100 Years of Black History with authors Sista Shanice and Kandace Chimbiri New Voices, New Books - tba Education seminars (Paid ticket holders only 11.30am - 5pm) AI and the Education of the Black Child presented by educationalist, David Simon Black Scientist and Inventors with publisher and author Michael Williams Your Career: Launching Into AI and Automation presented by AI consultant, Chinyere Simon

A one-day professional learning event taking place in Bangkok on Saturday 7th November 2026, bringing together educators from across Thailand and beyond to connect, collaborate, and explore innovation in education. The Thailand Festival of Education features a vibrant mix of influential voices and emerging perspectives through thought-provoking keynote sessions, interactive workshops, meaningful conversations, and collaborative experiences. Far more than a traditional conference, the Festival offers a welcoming and energising space that reflects the values at the heart of the Wellington College community.

Meet Catholic schools hiring teachers and support staff. Plus, connect with training providers to kickstart your education career! Your Future in Catholic Education Starts Here! Interested in working in a Catholic school or college? Looking for advice on teaching training, apprenticeships, or career pathways in education? Relocating or seeking promotion? Join Us for a Flagship Catholic Recruitment Education Fair! This event is a flagship initiative by Catholic Recruitment, created to inspire and attract talented teachers and dedicated support staff who share a passion for shaping the future of children and young people in Catholic schools and colleges. It’s also the perfect opportunity for those considering a career in education—whether as a teacher or in a vital support role—to explore exciting pathways and take the first step towards making a real difference. Visit the Catholic Recruitment Education Careers Fair in North West London! It’s a great chance to connect with Catholic schools and colleges that value faith and skills. Whether you’re exploring new opportunities or ready to take the next step, this event makes networking easy and fun. Don’t miss out on meeting like-minded people and discovering exciting career paths. Considering a role as a classroom assistant, trainee teacher, or exploring other opportunities in schools and education? This event connects you with local Catholic schools, Catholic multi-academy trusts and colleges actively recruiting for a variety of positions. Connect with adult education experts for tailored guidance on apprenticeships, teacher training, and support staff certifications designed to help you gain the qualifications you need to succeed. Throughout the day, we will be running presentations and Workshops in our Pathways room. You will also have the option to sign up for Tasters Session with participating employers.

As part of the largest UK Viking Festival, we invite school groups to step back in time to experience the England of the Vikings and Saxons. As part of the largest Viking Festival in the UK, we would like to invite school groups to step back in time with us to experience the England of the Vikings and Saxons. KS2 classes children aged 7-11 years, will be invited to visit us at Locko Park to take a journey through the England of 1000 years ago. They will meet a variety of people from the past: warriors, farmers, traders, healers, weavers, churchmen and cooks, Danes and English. They will embark on a quest to support King Cnut (Canute) to further establish control of his new realm. The day will create an immersive experience for children studying the 'Struggle for England 793-1066' element of the National Curriculum History syllabus, enabling them to further appreciate some of the complexity of our nation's beginnings.

The 17th instalment of one of the UK’s most exciting and inspiring education events will take place in July 2027. Founded by Wellington College in 2010, the Festival of Education gathers educators from across the UK and beyond for two days of invaluable professional development, discussions, and networking. The Festival of Education stands out as a truly unique professional development event, bringing together a diverse community of educators. The 2026 event featured over 500 speakers and attracted over 6,000 attendees, with over 80% coming from state-funded schools and FE colleges. The Festival is designed for all educators, providing an inclusive platform for learning and growth. The 17th Festival of Education will take place at Wellington College on the 8th and 9th of July 2027. It will host hundreds of speakers and welcome thousands of attendees from across the education sector. At the heart of the Festival is an understanding that learning should be inspiring, engaging, and fun. The Festival is no ordinary education conference. From challenging debates to expert orators, and renowned headliners to unexpected new connections. The Festival of Education is an event where those who inspire find their own inspiration.