Education + Technology Forum 2025 Event Guide

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e’re delighted that you have chosen to join us at the Education Forum & Education Technology Forum – a unique event, tailor-made to meet your individual requirements.

We have carefully planned out your itinerary to ensure your time here is worthwhile: Connect with businesses relevant to your current and forthcoming projects in our matchmade one-to-one meetings.

And let’s not forget the networking – we’ve created a relaxed environment for you to form new partnerships, with ample opportunities to mix with peers during the buffet lunch, coffee breaks and networking dinner!

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Itinerary

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‘Sports Equipment Month: Embedding environmental criteria into sports procurement in schools and universities’

Seminars

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Itinerary MONDAY

TUESDAY 08.45 - 09.30 Opening Presentation ‘A Candid Look at My Journey in the Education Sector: The Highs, Lows, and Lighter Moments’ Shaun Wallace (The Dark Destroyer) Atlantis Suite 1

09.40 - 10.25 Live Podcast ‘Leadership, working with leaders through tough times, overcoming challenges in schools and supporting yourself and staff to thrive’ Cameron Parker (Dreams 2 Reality) Diana Osagie (Leadership Coach) Atlantis Suite 1

07.30 - 08.45 Breakfast RBG Restaurant

09.00 - 09.45 Seminar ‘Importance of Staff Wellbeing & Mental Health Support within Education - Being well to lead well’ Faye McGuinness (Education Support) Atlantis Suite 1

09.00 - 09.45 10.30 - 13.05 Face to Face Meetings Discovery Suite

13.05 - 13.50 Networking Buffet Lunch RBG Restaurant

13.50 - 14.30 Seminar ‘Ed Tech: A Roadmap to Creating Impact’ Ed Fairfield (NAACE) Atlantis Suite 1

14.35 - 16.40 Face to Face Meetings Discovery Suite

16.45 - 17.20 Seminar ‘School Inspection Success: Practical Ways to Help Inspectors See What Makes Your Organisation Shine’ James Chester (Educational Consultant & Lead Inspector) Atlantis Suite 1

19.30 - 20.00 Pre Dinner Drinks Pre Function Suite

20.00 - 23.00 Evening Dinner Pre Function Suite

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Seminar ‘From Answers to Questions: Rethinking Education in the Age of AI’ Mike Lloyd (Technology Leader & Speaker) Atlantis Suite 2

09.50 - 12.55 Face to Face Meetings Discovery Suite

12.55 - 13.55 Networking Buffet Lunch RBG Restaurant

ARCHITECURE & PLANNING 3BM are a collaborative design practice who thrive on working closely with clients, primarly in the education sector, to produce high quality, practical and efficient design solutions.

3BM have extensive experience in all levels of education from EYFS, Primary, Secondary, HE & FE and SEN for both mainstream and independent providers.

We work across the country, providing architectural, town planning and project management services.

Whatever your needs from Business Case and Site Strategy through to completion, come and have a chat to find out how we can help.

SPORTS EQUIPMENT MONTH: Embedding environmental criteria into sports procurement in schools and universities

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s education institutions accelerate their journey towards net zero, sustainability is no longer confined to energy, estates, or catering.

Increasingly, sports equipment procurement is being recognised as an area where schools, colleges, and universities can make a measurable impact on their environmental goals, while also setting a visible example to students.

Modular and Multi-Use Systems

Educating Through Procurement

With budgets tight, modular sports equipment that supports multi-use environments offers both cost and carbon savings. Collapsible goals, stackable seating, and retractable wall systems reduce the need for single-use products, extend the lifespan of facilities, and minimise waste. By choosing flexible systems, estates teams can reduce the volume of new purchases over time.

Procurement teams are expected to move beyond a lowest-cost model and embed environmental criteria into their specifications for sports halls, gyms, and playing fields. The shift reflects broader sustainability commitments under frameworks such as the Department for Education’s Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy, as well as local authority carbon reduction plans.

Local and Ethical Sourcing

Perhaps most importantly, sustainable procurement in sport creates a teachable moment. When students see recycled flooring in the sports hall or learn that their football goals were sourced from a local manufacturer, sustainability becomes tangible. Embedding green choices in visible areas like sport reinforces institutional commitments and encourages behavioural change.

Recycled and Sustainable Materials

End-of-Life Recycling Schemes

Manufacturers are responding to growing demand with products that incorporate recycled plastics, FSC-certified timber, and lowtoxin finishes. From gym mats and athletics flooring to goal posts and benches, sustainable alternatives are becoming mainstream. Some suppliers even offer carbon footprint labelling, helping procurement teams compare the lifecycle impact of different products.

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Sourcing from UK-based or regional suppliers not only cuts transport emissions but also supports local economies. Increasingly, tenders for sports equipment include requirements for ethical supply chains, ensuring fair labour practices and reducing the hidden environmental costs of overseas imports.

A growing best practice is to consider what happens when equipment reaches the end of its life. Some suppliers now provide take-back schemes, refurbishing or recycling materials into new products. Schools and universities that integrate these schemes into contracts can reduce landfill dependency while contributing to circular economy principles.

For facilities and estates managers, sustainable sport procurement is an opportunity to align budgets with values, balancing durability, safety, and cost-effectiveness with environmental responsibility. By integrating sustainability criteria into tenders and supplier evaluations, education institutions can lead by example, demonstrating that greener choices are not only possible but practical in everyday operations.

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Seminars MONDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 08.45 – 09.30

Shaun Wallace Speaker, Barrister & Quizzer Extraordinaire (Dark Destroyer)

09.40 – 10.25

“A Candid Look at My Journey in the Education Sector: The Highs, Lows, and Lighter Moments” Shaun Wallace is best known for being The Dark Destroyer on the TV quiz show The Chase (2009-). His TV quizzing started in 2004 when he appeared on Mastermind, and since then he has appeared on a number of high-profile shows including Countdown (2019), Catchphrase (2019), and The Weakest Link (2001).

Alongside his quizzing, Shaun is a barrister at Great James Street Chambers, having been called to the Bar in 1984. He has taken part in hearings at the Old Bailey, and at several magistrates’ courts in England, Wales, and Scotland. He is also a member of the South Eastern Criminal Bar Association. Owing to his heritage, he has been a member of the Jamaican Bar since 1999.

Alongside his TV exploits, he is an active keynote speaker, especially in the area of social enterprise and education aimed at inspiring young disadvantaged audiences to fulfil their dreams. He is often hired to speak at Black History Month events where he offers up his own experience with racism.

“Leadership, working with leaders through tough times, overcoming challenges in schools and supporting yourself and staff to thrive” Join Diana and Cameron for an insightful and powerful discussion as they delve into the challenges faced within schools and share strategies for navigating adversity, building resilience, and fostering a supportive educational environment.

Cameron Parker is a speaker and coach who’s worked with over a 1,000,000 teenagers from around the world, also racking up 6,000,000+ views online through his educational videos.

Cameron is in schools every day delivering the well-established ‘Power Programme’, a programme that is mainly focused on working with Pupil Premium students. The goal of the programme is to always deliver impact through improved behaviour, increase in attendance and academic performance.

Cameron Parker Dreams 2 Reality with special guest speaker: Diana Osagie High Profile Education Leadership Coach

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Diana Osagie is an executive leadership coach and founder of Courageous Leadership, a consultancy dedicated to developing bold, resilient leaders across education and business.

Drawing on 25 years’ experience as a headteacher and CEO, Diana works with organisations worldwide to build cultures of courage, accountability and high performance. She is the author of 4 leadership books including “Courageous Leadership” and hosts the Courageous Leadership podcast.

Seminars MONDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 13.50 - 14.30

“Ed Tech: A Roadmap to Creating Impact” We all have our own vision of what good looks like. We all know what we want, what we need and what we aspire to achieve. But how do we make sure we convert these visions and ideas into a successful reality?

Listening, learning and sharing with those in the room, Ed Fairfield, Vice Chair of Naace - the EdTech Association and technology CEO, guides you through an effective process to get best value from technology at your school.

Ed Fairfield Vice Chair of the Board NAACE

16.45 - 17.30

Ed Fairfield is an advocate for the essential role technology has to play for everyone in education. He also speaks about the human aspects of technology – how relationships, understanding, sharing and empathising are key to its success.

Ed is Vice Chair of Naace – the EdTech Association - a charity supporting schools on effective use of technology and home of the EdTech Review Framework.

He is also Commercial Director at Elementary Technology, helping schools with Planning, Choosing, Buying and Using technology.

In his spare time, Ed is a family man as well as a primary school governor overseeing IT, and staff wellbeing.

“School Inspection Success: Practical Ways to Help Inspectors See What Makes Your Organisation Shine” Helping inspectors understand your organisation’s uniqueness is key. We’ll explore smart, practical strategies to help them see the full picture—your purpose, your people, your impact.

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James Chester Educational Consultant and Lead Inspector

The current context How to be well prepared for inspection Building relationships During the inspection Post inspection

James Chester is a qualified teacher with extensive experience across both primary and secondary education. He spent three years as one of His Majesty’s Inspectors, during which he also served as a Regional Trainer. Prior to joining Ofsted, James held senior director-level roles in two different multi-academy trusts. He has also been a successful headteacher, appointed through the former Talented Leaders programme. In addition to continuing his work in inspection, James now works as an educational consultant, providing specialist coaching support to a variety of schools and trusts. In his spare time, James coaches football at EJA level.

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Seminars TUESDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER 09.00 – 09.45

“Importance of Staff Wellbeing & Mental Health Support within Education - Being well to lead well” Education Support’s mission is to improve the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff. In this interactive workshop, they’ll explore the importance of being well, in order to lead well. With 84% of education leaders reporting feeling stressed, this conversation matters. You’ll leave with a range of practical tools for helping you stay well, as well having space for reflection and connection with your peers.

Faye McGuinness Director of Programmes Education Support

09.00 – 09.45

Faye McGuinness is Director of Programmes at Education Support, the mental health and wellbeing charity for the education workforce across the UK. She is responsible for the development and delivery of programmes and services aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of the education workforce.

Since 2020 Faye has led Education Support’s Professional Supervision services across England and Wales. She holds oversight of service delivery, quality assurance and impact.

Most of Faye’s career has been spent working within the third sector, predominately with a focus on workplace health and wellbeing. This work has focussed on supporting individuals at work to prioritise their own mental health and wellbeing as well as working with employers across the public, private and third sector to cultivate cultures that priorities staff mental health and wellbeing.

“From Answers to Questions: Rethinking Education in the Age of AI” As AI reshapes access to information, the value of knowledge is shifting. This talk explores how education must evolve—prioritising critical thinking, question-asking, and digital discernment—to prepare learners for a world where misinformation is persuasive and the ability to think clearly is more vital than ever.

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Mike Lloyd Technology Leader & Speaker

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The Changing Value of Knowledge: How has AI has transformed the information, knowledge and intelligence landscape and how is it challenging the traditional role of education.

The Rise of the Questioner: How do we promote the ability to ask insightful, strategic, and ethical questions and why is this a defining skill for the age of AI? Critical Thinking in the Age of Disinformation: With AI capable of generating convincing falsehoods, how should schools embed critical thinking, media literacy, and respect for uncertainty into the curriculum?

AI as a Partner in Learning: How can AI support inquiry-based learning, personalised feedback, and creative exploration?

Policy and Leadership Implications: What should school leaders and policymakers consider to future-proof education in term of curriculum reform, teacher training, and ethical AI integration?

Technology leader, and Fellow of the British Computer Society, Mike Lloyd’s passion is to democratise Deep Tech. In September 2013 Mike founded learn-tech.io, a London-based technology company, to build learning solutions focussed on AI, Internet of Things, and sustainability. learn-tech.io works internationally with a wide range of organisations including Microsoft, Pearson, and The British Council.

After starting his career in engineering, Mike spent 10 years teaching. He then worked for Microsoft for 14 years in a senior role in the Worldwide Education Group before founding learn.tech.io. Mike is the author of “Schooling at the Speed of Thought” - a guide to transforming education with technology.

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At Kore Systems, we’re pushing the boundaries of physical security technology. As a leading Londonbased integrator, we design, install, and maintain advanced, high-end security solutions for organisations across the UK and Europe. From major hospitals and academic institutions to global corporations, we deliver systems that protect what matters most.

Our philosophy is simple—every installation is the beginning of a long-term partnership. With a senior management team bringing decades of proven success for blue-chip clients worldwide, we blend large-scale project expertise with the agility and personal touch that ensures every solution is truly bespoke.

Whether you’re looking to safeguard critical infrastructure, modernise outdated systems, or future-proof your organisation’s security, Kore Systems has the experience, technology, and dedication to make it happen.

CCTV. Cloud video security and access control Visitor management.

Enterprise-centric and web-based Visitor Management solution to streamline visitor registration and sign-in process Mobile Access Solutions.

Virtual credentials to a mobile app reduce friction in the access process by eliminating the need to carry and present a separate physical credential whose only purpose is access control

Acre, moving security forward—intelligently, confidently, together.

Acre is helping organizations adapt to a rapidly changing world, with security solutions that are built for now and designed for what’s next.

The companies strength lies in bringing together decades of proven expertise with future-ready innovation. From access control and intrusion detection to visitor management, their premiere cloud-native and on-premises technologies work seamlessly to protect what matters most—without disruption, without compromise.

Operating in 25+ countries and trusted by some of the world’s most complex organizations, Acre is more than a provider. Your partner in transformation—clearing the path to smarter, simpler, more resilient security.

Acre: Moving security forward

Access Control.

Cloud-native technology, 100% serverless for fully remote management and an amazing mobile experience Intercoms.

Marrying powerful security system components for complete situational awareness Key cabinets.

Controlling the access to keys and valuable pieces of equipment, while providing an audit of every key or piece of equipment used, when taken and returned, and most importantly by whom

Delegates Acs Egham International School

Service Delivery Manager

Acs International Schools

IT Infrastructure Manager

Al-Sadiq School

Headteacher

Aston University Engineering Academy

ICT Network Manager

Bath Spa University

Partnership Academic Manager

Berkhamsted Schools Group

Director of IT

Bexley Grammar School

Business Manager

Bloxham School

Head of Computing and Digital Stratey

Bordesley Multi-Academy Trust

COO

Brighton College International

Architecture and Design Collaborative Consultant

Broadleaf Partnership Trust

Project Lead

Brunel University of London

Service Delivery Lead

Buckinghamshire New University

Associate Dean (Education)

Chatsworth Schools

Executive Director of Property & Development

Chiltern Learning Trust

Chief Executive Officer Director of School Improvement & RISE Advisor

Clitheroe Royal Grammar School

Headteacher/CEO

Connah’s Quay High School

Headteacher

Cranborne Primary School

School Business Manager Headteacher

Croft Junior School

Strategic Business Manager Headteacher

Croydon College

Deputy Principal

DEMAT

Head of Facilities

Garibaldi School

IT Technician

Godalming College

Director of Estates

Harlington School

IT Digital Leader

Hertford College

IT Officer

Highgate Wood School

School Business Manager

Hult International Business School

Senior Associate Dean

Imperial College

Head Of Product Operations

Inspiring Futures Education

CEO

International Educational Company

CEO

Jubilee Primary School & Children’s Centre

School Business Leader

London Academy of Business and Management (LABM)

CEO Manager

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London School of Business & Computing

CEO

London School of Digital Marketing

Founder & CEO

Lord Wandsworth College

Director of IT Services

Delegates MacIntyre Academies

CEO

Merrywood Education

Headteacher

Moorlands Primary School

Headteacher

Northern Regional College

Head of IT & Management Services

Nottingham Trent University

Head of Change Management

Nova Education Trust

Finance / Admin

PEN (William College)

Procurement Manager

Perrott Hill School

Bursar

Preston College

Assistant Director - Construction

Regent College London

Campus Operations Manager Head of Information Technology

Ripple Primary School

Headteacher

Saffron Academy Trust

Assistant Estates, Health and Safety Manager

School of Coding

Project Manager

St George’s Weybridge

Director of IT & Central Services

St Mary’s Ukrainian School

Educational Support Worker Communications Manager

St Mary’s Hare Park School

Dep Head Teacher / ISI inspector / School Governor

Star Academies

Principal

Sterling College London

Operations Manager

Sussex Learning Trust

Chief Estates Development Officer

The Aldenham Foundation

Head of Technology

The City of Liverpool College

Procurement & Transactions Manager

The Honywood Community Science School

Headteacher

The Peterborough School

Head of Digital Strategy

The Sheiling Ringwood

Network Manager

The Unicorn School

Head of Digital Learning & Innovation

Thorpe House School

Headteacher

Tudor Grange Academy

Chief Operating Officer

UK Management College

CEO

United Learning

Regional Estates Manager

University of Cambridge

Director/Trustee - Cambridge SU & EdTech Researcher (AI in Education)

University of East London Students’ Union

Digital Learning and Technology Manager

University of Oxford

Head of Engineering & Estates Maintenance Director of Digital Transformation

University of West London

Senior Lecturer and Researcher

Van Gogh Primary School

Headteacher

Wessex Multi Academy Trust

Estates Manager

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Supplier Directory 1st Waste Management Consultants Ltd 07754 553 307 / s.myatt@1stwaste.co.uk / 1stwaste.co.uk 1st Waste Management, a family-run business with over 25 years’ experience provides comprehensive waste management solutions across the UK. Our team of experts ensures a consistent and tailored waste service for your educational establishment: Here is how we achieve it: • A fully consolidated service: Only one point of contact & one invoice for all your waste requirements • Trusted supplier network: We collaborate with over 500 suppliers nationwide, ensuring the best price and service, locally tailored to you • Proactive customer services: Our industry-leading customer service delivers a 100% service resolution guarantee – we remove the time & effort associated with waste management • Performance tracking via the online Customer Portal: Access real-time updates on service levels, compliance assurance, cost management, and overall performance management Our commitment extends beyond efficient waste management, we believe in recycling, reusing and sustainably disposing of waste in a manner that protects the planet.

2CL 01992 374 080 Whether you’re a school leader dealing with staff absence, a parent supporting revision, or a student aiming for top grades — 21C delivers what matters: structured learning, real results, no hassle.

3BM Ltd 07512 725 951 / ben.howard@3bm.co.uk / 3bm.co.uk 3BM is a talented group of Architects based in the UK, who also provide planning and project management services.

Being part of the RSK group we have an extensive geographical reach with offices across the UK. In addition to this 3BM has access to a full suite of multi-disciplinary consultant services to draw on from the RSK group. Since our inception in 2013 we have been undertaking key roles within education such as delivering school improvement programmes for local authorities and working as technical advisors for local authorities under DFE funding, as well as design and delivery of new school programmes funded by the DFE central government scheme.

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Adept Fire & Security Ltd 07964 313 588 / chris@adeptfiresecurity.co.uk / adeptfiresecurity.co.uk Adept Fire & Security Ltd provide UK wide installation, service and maintenance to a wide range of clients including primary and secondary schools. For nearly 15 years, our team have provided seamless takeover of schools current fire safety and security systems to receive a better service, reduce cost and streamline visits.

Albion Computers Plc 07397 572 433 / m.tomic@albion.co.uk / albion.co.uk Albion is a one-stop-shop for everything Apple. We’ve supplied and supported educational institutions with Apple technology for over 35 years. We have a proven track record in delivering classroom sets; 1:1 deployment of iPad and Mac; wireless networks and infrastructure; training and comprehensive support services. Beyond just supplying Apple hardware you can ask us about endpoint security, getting cyber essentials ready and the future of Mac administration.

We can also support you to go Net Zero on your Apple hardware with carbon offsetting and annual reporting. We’re approved suppliers on the CPC and HE Apple frameworks.

Boundless Learning 07528 436 354 / fiona.mcgill@boundlesslearning.com / boundlesslearning.comsmarttech.com For more than 30 years, Boundless Learning has been a leader in edtech, delivering 450+ online programs and workforce-aligned experiences. Across our global offices, we provide strategic consultancy and research, learning design, recruitment and retention support and faculty training. With advancements in technology, rising competition, and the need for diversification and personalised experiences, staying ahead requires innovative products and services all connected to providing tangible results for your institution. At Boundless Learning, we deliver growth-focused, tech-forward solutions designed to meet the demands of today and support your goals for tomorrow.

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Brookhouse - Interior Design & Refurbishment 03453 831 051 / vicki.cox@brookhouse.com / brookhouse.com Brookhouse is a family-run, nationwide turnkey partner for education interiors, helping schools and trusts create learning environments that work. With one expert supplier and a single point of contact, you get faster delivery, fewer delays, and clear communication. Our 50 years’ sector expertise means you can make confident decisions backed by specialist insight across classrooms, science, food-tech, ICT, libraries, sixth-forms and washrooms. We de-risk projects with comprehensive site surveys and advanced 3D scanning for a precise fit. Designs are coordinated in Autodesk Revit to minimise clashes, supported by expert space planning for compliance, safeguarding, and performance.

3D visualisations and walkthroughs let you see the space before we build it, aligning stakeholders and reducing rework. Because we manufacture and install ourselves, you benefit from seamless integration, dependable programmes, and robust finishes. The result is smarter spending, spaces delivered quickly, built to last, tailored to how your staff teach and pupils learn.

Bushboard Washrooms Systems Ltd 07860 835 174 / david.harley@bushboard-washrooms.co.uk / bushboard-washrooms.co.uk Bushboard Washrooms specialise in washrooms for the education sector, from nursery to university, offering Department for Education compliant toilet cubicles, vanity units and washtroughs, duct panels, lockers and benching, sanitaryware, and brassware. Every product has been thoughtfully designed to support student needs at every key stage. From low-level doors that aid supervision in early years to full height privacy cubicles that help discourage bullying in secondary schools. Safety is a core priority, with features such as anti-finger trap hinges and emergency release locks built in as standard. Manufactured using robust materials and intelligent design, our washrooms are made to withstand the demands of busy school environments. We also offer expert design advice informed by our extensive knowledge of DfE guidelines, along with free site surveys, and easyto-install systems to ensure a smooth process from specification to completion, whether for refurbishment or new build projects.

Dreams 2 Reality 0117 463 1228 / office@dreams2-reality.com / dreams2-reality.com Our Mission: To unlock the character, confidence, and creativity of 12–18-year-olds — boosting their educational performance and equipping them with the mindset to survive and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

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EDClass 07545 569 668 / wes@edclass.com / edclass.com EDClass is a DfE-accredited alternative provider of online education that offers a virtual learning classroom and management portal with resources to impact learning, assessment and engagement. EDClass provides a robust and safeguarded platform delivering personalised and flexible learning with UK-qualified teachers available, live and ondemand. Schools can drastically reduce their workload and time spent searching for solutions for their students who require support as EDClass can help in a quick and efficient manner!

Education Business 020 8532 5716 / karen.hopps@psigroupltd.co.uk / educationbusinessuk.net Education Business, published bi-monthly as a digital magazine, helps keep head teachers and other education decision-makers up-to-date with the latest education sector information – with news, features, analysis, opinion and best practice. It helps schools and colleges with essential purchasing decisions - providing a unique bridge between schools and those that supply them.

Education Support enquiries@edsupport.org.uk / educationsupport.org.uk/eap Education Support is the only charity in the UK focused on the mental health and wellbeing of everyone working in the education sector. Our mission is to improve the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff. We believe that better mental health leads to better education.

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Energy Efficient Solutions Group 07895 681 996 / Ali.Hirst@eesgroup.co.uk / eesgroup.co.uk EES Group is a leading provider of sustainable energy solutions, helping schools, colleges, and universities reduce costs while advancing towards net zero. With expertise in LED lighting and solar PV installations, we have supported hundreds of educational institutions in creating brighter, safer, and more efficient learning environments. Our projects not only lower energy bills but also improve the quality of light for students and staff, fostering better focus and wellbeing. As part of our commitment to education, we understand the budgetary pressures schools face and design solutions that deliver maximum savings with minimal disruption. From multi-academy trusts to independent schools and FE colleges, our tailored approach ensures every institution benefits from sustainable upgrades that align with long-term estate strategies.

Engage2Serve (e2s) 07853 551 173 / chris.grandy@engage2serve.com / engage2serve.com Engage2Serve (e2s) is a Student Lifecycle CRM created for education. Our cloud-based, mobile-first platform helps schools, colleges, and universities strengthen recruitment, support student success, and build lasting connections.

Institutions can choose the full platform or start with one of our three modular products: Recruit for admissions and enrolment, Retain for student success and support, and Connect for alumni engagement. Each solution works on its own or together as part of a complete student journey. With tools for well-being, case management, appointments, events, job boards, and digital communities, e2s brings everything into one place. The system integrates easily with existing platforms, offers branded web and mobile apps, and gives staff real-time insights that improve decisions. Trusted by institutions such as Cardiff University and the University of Sunderland, e2s combines deep sector expertise with responsive support and innovation. The result is stronger recruitment, better retention, and lasting alumni relationships for your institution.

Fagerhult Belysning AB 01992 374 080 / michael.mulhall@fagerhult.co.uk / fagerhult.co.uk Fagerhult are a tier one brand publicly listed in Stockholm Operating throughout the UK and Europe Specialists in education estate decarbonisation - Producers of sustainable, quality, lighting solutions with smart campus control, occupancy monitoring and energy reading technology. Our group contains 12 of Europe’s leading brands including Fagerhult, iGuzzini and WE-EF we have the capability to provide solutions to all lighting and control needs – interior and exterior 30highly skilled Fagerhult engineers provide our complementary survey and design service, where we present you with decarbonisation options, proven to deliver significant energy and carbon emission reductions whilst providing long-lasting, sustainable and premium quality lighting and control products. Our smart technology, Organic Response, offers value beyond illumination with our connected campus and smart occupancy technology – control single or multiple locations from one screen, get real time energy usage data and view live heatmaps of occupancy within a space – all from the lighting.

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Grosvenor Contracts 07866 190 629 / lee.draper@grosvenorcontracts.com / grosvenorcontracts.com Grosvenor Contracts is a UK-based specialist in interior solutions, proudly supporting schools, colleges, and universities with high-quality, sustainable services. Our expertise spans re-upholstery, extending the life of classroom and communal furniture with durable, fire-safe, and hygienic finishes. We also design, manufacture, and install madeto-measure blinds and curtains, crafted in our UK workrooms to combine functionality, safety, and style. For spaces requiring added protection, our window film solutions improve privacy, solar control, and safety while enhancing comfort and efficiency. To maintain performance and hygiene, we provide specialist cleaning services for blinds and curtains, ensuring compliance with infection control and safety standards.

With in-house manufacturing, nationwide fitting teams, and a commitment to sustainability, Grosvenor Contracts delivers tailored solutions that enhance learning environments, reduce waste, and support long-term value. Completely UK-based, we pride ourselves on being a local partner you can trust.

Kore Systems 07436 310 315 / darren.gill@koresystems.com / koresystems.com Kore Systems and Acre Security are proud to partner for this event. Uniting two leaders in the security industry committed to delivering intelligent, future-ready solutions. Based in London, Kore Systems specialises in the design, installation, and maintenance of high-end physical security systems across the UK and Europe. Known for supporting hospitals, academic institutions, and global corporations, Kore delivers large-scale projects with a personal touch and a focus on long-term partnerships. Acre operates in over 25 countries, helping organisations adapt to a rapidly changing world with advanced cloud-native and on-premises security technologies. From access control to visitor management, Acre’s solutions are trusted by some of the world’s most complex enterprises.

Together, Kore Systems and Acre bring decades of experience, technical excellence, and a shared vision for innovation—ensuring that every security solution is robust, resilient, and ready for what’s next. Moving security forward — intelligently, confidently, together.

measurable.energy 07599 926 898 / alissa.lutsina@measurable.energy / measurable.energy measurable.energy is a UK-based clean tech company on a mission to eliminate wasted energy from buildings and construction sites. Its award-winning smart sockets and AI-powered platform automatically identify and eliminate energy waste from plug powered appliances, typically reducing electricity use and carbon emissions by over 20% — and even more on modular construction sites. As the only plug-load-focused Building Management System (BMS), measurable.energy delivers appliance-level control, real-time data, and automation that adapts to how spaces are used. Designed to be affordable, scalable, and secure, it helps organisations to cut costs, reduce emissions, and meet net zero targets faster.

Visit measurable.energy and start eliminating your wasted energy.

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Miele GB 07435 814 969 / charles.robards@miele.com / miele.co.uk/p/ Miele Professional delivers high-quality laundry, dishwashing, and laboratory solutions for nurseries, schools, colleges, and universities. With 125 years of experience, Miele is known for reliability, innovation, and its commitment to ‘Immer Besser’ forever better. Our commercial equipment features advanced technology focused on energy efficiency and water conservation. Educational institutions benefit from reduced operating costs and improved sustainability through user-friendly, programmable cycles. Digital solutions enhance operations by connecting machines for remote monitoring and performance insights. Our appWash system is ideal for managing student laundrettes and large laundry rooms from any device. Miele offers expert support from delivery through maintenance, backed by a network of service engineers and partners. Machines are commissioned, regularly serviced, and built for long-term performance with spare parts available for up to 15 years. Made in Germany, Miele’s durable products and responsive service make us a trusted partner for the education sector’s hygiene and cleaning needs.

Motorola Solutions UK Ltd 07528 866 286 / peter.howard@motorolasolutions.com / motorolasolutions.com Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do at Motorola Solutions. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Learn more about our commitment to innovating for a safer future for us all at www.motorolasolutions.com

Pickerings 07388 994 640 / jonathanmussen@pickeringshire.co.uk / pickeringshire.co.uk High-quality, market leading temporary and permanent classrooms to hire, buy or lease purchase nationwide. The highest level of fire resistance and compliance to building regulations can be provided in the range of Pickerings modular buildings purposely designed for the education market.

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Portakabin Ltd 07483 928 268 / jashan.bahad@portakabin.com / portakabin.com Portakabin is a market leading manufacturer of modular buildings, from stand-alone classrooms and laboratories through to award-winning modular structures such as ultra-modern schools and universities.

Procurement Services 07964 071 885 / lucy.perrin@csltd.org.uk We are a market-leading procurement services business, with a focus on providing compliant routes for the UK public sector to procure products and services from local, national and global suppliers. All our solutions give complete peace of mind when it comes to procurement.

Rival Fire 07545 947 711 / mattwest@rivalmaintenance.co.uk / rivalmaintenance.co.uk Rival Maintenance is a specialist provider of passive fire protection and building compliance solutions, supporting both public and private sector clients across the UK. Led by Matt West (Head of Fire Safety, former London Fire Brigade firefighter with 17 years’ operational experience), our team combines practical expertise with thirdparty accreditations, including BM TRADA Q-Mark certification in fire door installation, maintenance, and passive fire protection. We work closely with building owners, facilities managers, and educational institutions to ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and Approved Document B. Our core services include: • Fire Risk Assessments (Types 1–4, tailored to legal requirements) • Fire Door Surveys, Maintenance & Installation • Compartmentation Surveys & Remediation • Waking Watch and Emergency Fire Safety Support • Fire Safety Training & Ongoing Compliance Guidance

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Rivervale Minibus Ltd 07791 164 999 / nickp@rivervale.co.uk / rivervale.co.uk/minibus Rivervale Minibus are the largest minibus supplier in the UK offering Leasing, Used Sales, Cash Purchases, Vehicle rental, On site safety inspections and Driver Training.

Root3 Lighting & Electrical Ltd 07917 193 597 / dn@rt3group.co.uk / root3lighting.co.uk We offer modern LED lighting systems, emergency lighting and testing, and the most up to date smart lighting controls solutions for businesses of any size and complexity, from small businesses through to large blue chip organisations. Root3 Lighting’s expert team have a passion for delivering energy efficient, cost saving and modern lighting solutions for all business and commercial properties. Our team takes an innovative and feasible approach towards energy conservation and tends to the LED lighting needs of the industrial, education and commercial sectors, including warehouses, offices and retail stores and schools. Our solutions are devised to deliver value and ensure cost reduction as well as to follow the UK Government’s code for energy conservation and efficiency. In addition, we offer general electrical works including new installs, rewires and minor works.

SES Equipment Supplies 07825 942 281 / stewart@sportsequipmentsupplies.com / sportsequipmentsupplies.com Experts in the design, manufacture, supply, service and installation of sports equipment, scoreboards & timing, along with outdoor MUGA areas. We are sports equipment installation experts, providing advice & consultancy services nationwide, delivering projects on time and in budget. Our specialist area is sports hall equipment, including refurbishment of existing sports halls, covering flooring, lighting, wall cladding and equipment. 4 decades separates SES from the rest.

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SMART Technologies 07392 080 544 / JonathanMoore@smarttech.com / smarttech.com SMART Technologies is a global leader in education and collaboration solutions, best known as the inventor of the interactive whiteboard. For over 30 years, SMART has been transforming how teachers teach and students learn, creating technology that inspires meaningful connections. From interactive displays and software to professional development and support, SMART provides a complete ecosystem that helps schools achieve better outcomes. At the heart of SMART’s approach is innovation designed for simplicity, inclusivity, and impact. SMART Boards are built to be easy to use, reliable, and seamlessly integrate with the tools educators already know and love. Combined with Lumio, SMART’s award-winning learning software, teachers can engage every student—whether in class or online—through interactive lessons and collaborative activities. Trusted by millions of educators and students worldwide, SMART goes beyond the board by focusing on people, pedagogy, and long-term partnership to make learning more engaging, accessible, and effective.

Wagstaff Interiors Group 07391 138 519 / J.fenn@wagstaffgroup.co.uk / wagstaffgroup.co.uk Established in 1903, Wagstaff Interiors Group is the UK’s largest independent commercial furniture dealer. We provide a turnkey service of workplace consultancy, interior design, interior fit out ( Shell and core, Cat A, A+ and B), furniture solutions, furniture hire ( great at exam time) and ethical furniture recycling. Education is one of our key verticals, focusing on colleges, universities and independent schools and as such, we are on all major frameworks. Why use Wagstaff Interiors Group? We are long established and financially stable giving you peace of mind. National coverage with local support. Vast independent product and market knowledge- we are not in any suppliers back pockets meaning you have choice and independent advice. Single source supplier. We work with likeminded companies who take CSR seriously. We are proud to partner with Waste To Wonder. See our website for our latest case studies.

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