Ask an Expert: How does including children transform research and policy making?

What happens when children are empowered and become true partners in shaping policies, research and institutions? Empowering children to meaningfully participate in decision making is not only a rights-based imperative, but it also leads to more inclusive, responsive and effective outcomes for individuals and communities alike. From co-creating school rules and curricula to participating as […]
Beyond the algorithm: Developing a culturally responsive and ethically sound AI policy in schools

RYAN GREEN, DIRECTOR, EMERALDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, PORT SAID, EGYPT Recent research provides useful frameworks for evaluating the risks and responsibilities involved in adopting AI (artificial intelligence) in schools. Floridi and Cowls (2019) offer principles such as fairness, accountability, and explainability; relevant when assessing tools that automate grading or flag student behaviour. Chelladurai and Bhatia (2023) […]
Involving parents and carers in AI use

JOE ARDAY FCCT, COMPUTER SCIENCE TEACHER, BRENTWOOD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (PART OF THE OSBORNE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMY TRUST), UK As an educator, I know that students adapt very quickly to the latest technology and AI has been no exception to this. For many young people, artificial intelligence (AI) is considered to be the best thing since […]
A discussion of upcoming challenges facing schools relating to AI

BEN SCOTT, SCIENCE TEACHER AND DIGITAL LEADER, ST ALBANS SCHOOL, UK Introduction This May, digital leaders across 10 independent schools in the southeast of England met for a day of collaboration to share examples of good practice and initiatives they are embracing within their institutions. Before attending, guests were asked ‘What upcoming challenges are your […]
Teacher Development Trust National Conference 2025

Teachers deserve professional development that is impactful and meaningful, and work environments that foster agency and joy, so that they stay in the profession and thrive. At this values driven event, we will explore what teacher professional growth feels like in 2025 and what leaders and policy makers can do to create inclusive cultures of […]
Through you, I am me: how to help learners and teachers feel that they belong in school, and what happens when we get it right.

Belonging – feeling accepted, supported, included and respected by those whose opinions matter to us – is a fundamental human need. For students, families, teachers and leaders alike, feelings of belonging matter and are correlated with a range of important outcomes. In this webinar, EBE’s Prof Dr Stuart Kime will talk about going down the […]
Science of Learning and Learning Engineering in an AI World

Join our webinar to critically examine Learning Engineering in an AI-driven world. We’ll discuss how rapid advances in AI and generative tools are reshaping educational design, exploring whether Learning Engineering is the right approach today. Grounded in the Science of Learning, we’ll consider the promises and challenges of integrating AI, such as hyper-personalized learning, equity, […]
AI in schools: Leadership and strategy

Speakers Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]
AI in schools: Reducing workload

Speakers Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher Joe Arday, Computer Science Teacher, Brentwood County High School The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]
AI in schools: What students need to know

Speakers Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher Joe Arday, Computer Science Teacher, Brentwood County High School The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]
AI in schools: Training staff

Speakers Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]
AI in schools: Teaching and learning

Speakers Joe Arday, Computer Science Teacher, Brentwood County High School Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or […]
AI in schools: Ethics, data and safeguarding

Speakers Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]
AI in special schools: Inclusion and accessibility

Speaker Peter Reeves, Head of Digital Education Training and IT, Abingdon House School The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered College of Teaching and […]
AI in multi-academy trusts: What students need to know

Speakers Neelam Parmar, Director of Digital Education and Professional Learning, AISL Harrow Schools; Chief Digital Officer, E-ACT Academies Lauren Thorpe, Chief Transformation Officer, United Learning The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach […]
AI in multi-academy trusts: Workloads and wellbeing

Speakers Lauren Thorpe, Chief Transformation Officer, United Learning Neelam Parmar, Director of Digital Education and Professional Learning, AISL Harrow Schools; Chief Digital Officer, E-ACT Academies Chris Goodall, Head of Digital Education, Bourne Education Trust The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply […]
AI in multi-academy trusts: Supporting inclusion and accessibility

Speakers Al Kingsley, Chair, Hampton Academies Trust Lauren Thorpe, Chief Transformation Officer, United Learning Chris Goodall, Head of Digital Education, Bourne Education Trust The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the […]
AI in multi-academy trusts: Teaching and learning

Speakers Neelam Parmar, Director of Digital Education and Professional Learning, AISL Harrow Schools; Chief Digital Officer, E-ACT Academies Lauren Thorpe, Chief Transformation Officer, United Learning Al Kingsley, Chair, Hampton Academies Trust The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation […]
AI in multi-academy trusts: Leadership and strategy

Speakers Al Kingsley, Chair, Hampton Academies Trust Lauren Thorpe, Chief Transformation Officer, United Learning Chris Goodall, Head of Digital Education, Bourne Education Trust The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the […]
AI in multi-academy trusts: Training staff

Speakers Lauren Thorpe, Chief Transformation Officer, United Learning Neelam Parmar, Director of Digital Education and Professional Learning, AISL Harrow Schools; Chief Digital Officer, E-ACT Academies Chris Goodall, Head of Digital Education, Bourne Education Trust The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply […]