Education & Education Technology Forum Event Guide

11TH & 12TH NO VEMBER 2 0 2 4 RADISSON HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE, LONDON HEATHROW

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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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Our Partners

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Itinerary

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Seminars

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Dates for your Diary

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Delegates

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ITINERARY MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER

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08.45 - 09.30

Opening Presentation ‘Education 4.0’ Dan Edwards Leadership Speaker Atlantis Suite 1

08.45 - 09.30

Opening Presentation ‘The Digital Divide’ Vikki Liogier Governor at USP College Atlantis Suite 2

09.35 - 10.30

Seminar ‘Live Podcast’ Cameron Parker & Andy Buck Leadership in Education Atlantis Suite 1

10.40 - 13.15

Face to Face Meetings Discovery Suite

13.15 - 14.15

Networking Buffet Lunch RBG Restaurant

14.15 - 16.50

Face to Face Meetings Discovery Suite

17.00 - 17.45

Seminar ‘Thriving Leaders: Empowering School Leaders’ Wellbeing for Success’ Meherun Hamid Apex Primary School Atlantis Suite 1

17.00 - 17.45

Seminar ‘EdTech: where are we now? Building foundations for improvement’ Ed Fairfield NAACE Atlantis Suite 2

19.30 - 20.00

Pre Dinner Drinks Discovery Suite

20.00 - 23.00

Networking Evening Dinner Discovery Suite

ITINERARY TUESDAY 12TH NOVEMBER 07.30 - 08.45

Breakfast RBG Restaurant

09.00 - 09.45

Opening Presentation ‘Recruiting and retaining Generation Z’ Alex Atherton Atherton Consultancy Atlantis Suite 1

09.00 - 09.45

Opening Presentation ‘Future School: Reimagining educational innovation in the AI area’ Laura Knight Sapio Ltd Atlantis Suite 2

09.55 - 13.00

Face to Face Meetings Discovery Suite

13.00 - 14.00

Networking Buffet Lunch RBG Restaurant

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SEMINARS MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER

08:45 – 09:30

“Education 4.0” Since the pandemic, education has faced the biggest changes in a generation, but where do we go next? Is the current education system still fit for purpose or is there a sense of revolution in the air? This speech is aimed at educators at any stage of their profession.

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Dan Edwards Leadership Speaker

08:45 – 09:30

Developing new ideas and sharing practice ITT and ECT training and support Strategic planning and cultural change

Dan Edwards has worked in education for many years, and has held leadership roles in both the secondary and primary sector, most recently, holding the role of Principal for five years at a large inner city primary school; until moving into Executive school leadership. Throughout his journey of leading change, he has used the ethos and values of care and wellbeing for all to achieve and sustain a positive educational culture within his work.

In addition to his work as an independent consultant, he is a regular columnist for a number of publications sharing his views and guidance on leadership, organisational culture and creativity within education.

“The Digital Divide” In this keynote, we will explore: • • • •

Vikki Liogier EdTech & Digital Capability Consultant Governor at USP College

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What is the Digital Divide?

How do we define it, and what are its key issues in the UK? How Does AI Affect the Digital Divide?

Can AI worsen the divide, or can it help close the gap?

What Digital Skills Do We Need?

What skills are essential for participating in the digital world, and how can we improve them?

How Can We Fix the Digital Divide?

What are the best strategies to address the divide and promote digital inclusion?

Vikki Liogier is the Education and Training Foundation (ETF) policy lead and national EdTech and Digital Skills area expert. She has transformed FE professionals’ digital skills through initiatives like the Digital Teaching Professional Framework (#DTPF) and the Enhance Digital Teaching platform (#EnhanceDTP) since her 2018 appointment.

Launched at BETT in 2019, the EnhanceDTP has been awarded two EdTech50 UK Product Awards (2020 & 2021-22) and celebrated as a Promising Innovative Practice by UNEVOC UNESCO in 2022.

Recognised as a UK EdTech50 awardee, Vikki is a driving force in reshaping education and technology in the UK.

SEMINARS MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER

09:35 - 10:30

“Live Podcast” Join Cameron and Andy to discuss: “Leadership for all in Education” • • •

Leadership in Education Creating Culture in Schools Raising Standards and Expectations

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 Former Headteacher Andy Buck Speaker Leadership in Education

17:00 - 17:45

Andy Buck, Author, speaker, former headteacher and director at National College, now the CEO of Leadership Matters creator of the BASIC coaching model and founder of The StARTed Foundation and Cadogan Press. He is also chair of trustees at the L.E.A.D Academy Trust.

A geography teacher by trade, Andy went on to become a headteacher for thirteen years at two schools in east London. In the last year of headship, his school was judged outstanding in all categories and Andy was designated a National Leader of Education.

In 2009 he become a Director at the National College for School Leadership, leading on the London Challenge programme. He was subsequently responsible for setting up the government’s flagship Teaching Schools programme before being appointed as Managing Director at United Learning, one of the country’s largest academy groups.

“Thriving Leaders: Empowering School Leaders’ Wellbeing for Success” Discover essential strategies and practical tools to cultivate resilience, balance, and lead with confidence. Invest in your wellbeing to inspire your team and create a positive school culture.

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Meherun Hamid Headteacher Apex Primary School

Cultivate resilience and balance as a school leader for lasting success.

Discover practical strategies to prioritise your own wellbeing and lead with confidence.

Inspire your team and foster a positive school culture through your own self-care practices.

Learn essential tools to effectively manage stress and maintain work-life balance.

Invest in your wellbeing to unlock your full potential as a thriving school leader.

Meherun Hamid is an accomplished headteacher, a Performance Coach and a leading voice in the field of educational wellbeing. With a relentless commitment to fostering resilience and nurturing the wellbeing of students and educators alike, Meherun has lead impactful initiatives within the education sector. As the facilitator of the Thriving Leaders program for the Association of Muslim Schools, Meherun empowers school leaders to cultivate their own wellbeing while driving positive change in their communities. Moreover, as the visionary behind a comprehensive wellbeing programme for pupils at her own school and the creator of an innovative wellbeing app for teachers and educators which is soon to be published, Meherun is at the forefront of revolutionizing wellbeing practices in education. Prepare to be inspired and equipped with practical strategies that promote wellbeing and resilience in educational environments.

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SEMINARS MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER

17:00 - 17:45

“EdTech: where are we now? Building foundations for improvement” Technology in our schools is fragmented. As are each of our views on if, why and how different technologies should be implemented. But to best enable improvement as a sector, we need to understand where we are now.

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Ed Fairfield Vice Chair of the Board NAACE

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Background to the Naace EdTech research project Insights into how each of us in our different roles vary; perceptions, challenges and aspirations How ready are we in different elements technology? From teaching and learning to digital safeguarding What can we do to enable improvement into 2025?

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.

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SEMINARS TUESDAY 12TH NOVEMBER

09:00 - 09:45

“Recruiting and retaining Generation Z” Gen Z (years of birth 1995-2009) are different. In order to recruit, retain and motivate them leaders and organisations need to adapt. Former secondary school headteacher and Gen Z expert Alex Atherton will show you how.

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Alex Atherton Atherton Consultancy

09:00 - 09:45

The concept of ‘generations’ and why they matter.

Key characteristics of Generation Z Actions organisations can take to recruit and retain the best of this generation.

Alex Atherton is an experienced educator, executive coach and leadership team coach.

He worked in education for 25 years, mostly as a secondary school headteacher in large inner-London comprehensives.

He now runs a leadership development consultancy which supports individual clients and teams from a range of industries.

He also supports organisations in their recruitment and retention challenges, particularly for Gen Z, the youngest generation in the workplace. Alex brings his expertise and experience to help leaders across many industries, including care, find and keep the staff they need.

“Future School: Reimagining educational innovation in the AI era” This session is a high-level, thought-provoking exploration of the present and the future, which will engage attendees in discussion about the potential impacts of AI on the evolution of education, and how they can harness it in their digital strategy.

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Laura Knight Digital Education & AI Consultant Sapio Ltd

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Values and purpose: playing the infinite game Key concepts in the AI Revolution: agency, creativity, truth, integrity, and trust Strategic approaches to AI opportunities, benefits, risks, and challenges Redefining excellence: What does positive disruption look like with AI? What is our next milestone?

Laura Knight, Founder of Sapio Ltd, specialises in digital strategy and innovation.

With over two decades of teaching experience, she excels in strategic technology development for teaching and learning, AI, and digital skills training. Laura empowers leaders in schools, universities, and commercial organisations, leveraging technology to transform outcomes, systems, and teams. Her upcoming book, The Little Guide for Teachers on Generative AI, will be published by Sage this autumn.

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DELEGATES

Al Aqsa School

Headteacher

Applied Business Academy

Campus Manager

Ardnashee School and College

Vice-Principal Vice-Principal

Astrum Multi Academy Trust

Estates & Facilities Manager

Bexley Grammar School

Business Manager

Brunel University London

Head of Department of Brunel Law School

Chelmsford Learning Partnership

Assistant Facilities & Estates Manager

Cheltenham Ladies College

Head of Property Services

DEMAT

Head of Facilities

East Midlands Education Trust

Services Manager

Goldington Academy

Business Manager

Harlington School

Director

Harris Federation

Procurement Manager Head of Procurement

Holwell Primary School

Business Manager Headteacher

King Solomon Academy

Facilities Manager

Lakeview School

School Business Manager

New Forest Care Ltd

Director of Education Director of Shared Services

Saint Nicholas School

Bursar Headmaster

Sheiling School and College

Facilities Manager

St Mary’s Ukrainian School

Headteacher Trustee /COO

Staffordshire University London

Campus & Facilities Manager

The City of Liverpool College

Procurement & Transactions Manager

The University of Buckingham

Estates & Services Manager

Thorpe House School

Headteacher

University of Birmingham

Head of Facilities

University of Oxford

Head of Engineering & Estates Maintenance

University of Sussex

Senior Operations Manager TFM Estates Facilities & Commercial

University of Sussex

H&S Manager

University of Westminster

Estates Facilities Services Manager

Wheelers Lane Technology College

School Business Manager

William Ford CofE Junior School

Headteacher School Business Manager

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DELEGATES

Abingdon House School

Head of Digital Education Training

Ardnashee School and College

Principal

Brighton College

Director of Digital Education

Castle School Education Trust

Head of IT Services

Churchdown School Academy

ICT Network Manager

GDST

Head of Learning Technology

Haileybury UK

Assistant Head Digital Strategy

North Star Community Trust

Head of IT

Northeastern University London

Head of Information Management

Notting Hill and Ealing High School

Assistant Head

Oxford Royale Academy

Head of Systems & Processes

School of Coding

Director of Education & Quality

St Bedes School Redhill

IT Manager

The Northern College of Acupuncture

Lead IT Officer

Tove Learning Trust

IT & Communication Strategy Lead

UCL

Marketing & Communications Officer

University of Bath

Director of Operations

University of Cambridge

Doctoral Researcher & Head Director (CDI)

University of West London

Senior Lecturer in Computing & Information Technology

University Winchester

Head of Department - Digital Futures

Waltham International College

Employability Lead

William Ford CofE Junior School

Headteacher

Wycombe Abbey

Director of Digital Learning

York St John University London

Program Director

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SUPPLIER DIRECTORY 1st Waste Management Consultants Ltd 01202 393 001 / s.myatt@1stwaste.co.uk / 1stwaste.co.uk 1st Waste Management, a family-run business with over 25 years of experience, provides comprehensive waste management solutions across the UK. Our expert team ensures consistent and tailored services for your educational establishment. How we achieve this: - Fully Consolidated Service: One point of contact and one invoice for all waste needs, from general waste to mixed recycling and food. - Trusted Supplier Network: Collaborating with over 500 suppliers nationwide to ensure the best prices and locally tailored services. Proactive Customer Service: Industry-leading support with a 100% service resolution guarantee, saving you time and effort. - Performance Tracking: Real-time updates on service levels, compliance, cost management, and overall performance via our online Customer Portal. Our commitment extends beyond efficient waste management. We believe in recycling, reusing, and sustainably disposing of waste to protect the planet for future generations.

3BM Ltd 07512 725 951 / ben.howard@3bm.co.uk 3BM Studio 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 acorss the country, providing architectural, town planning and project management services.

Adept Fire & Security Ltd 07964 313 588 / chris@adeptfiresecurity.co.uk / adeptfiresecurity.co.uk Adept Fire & Security Ltd provide schools and colleges across the nation with outstanding service and maintenance of their fire safety and electronic systems including, Fire alarm systems Intruder alarm systems Emergency lighting CCTV systems Fire extinguishers Access control & intercom systems By amalgamating all systems into one service contract, you can benefit from reduced costs and a personal service. Adept’s fully trained, DBS cleared, in-house engineers provide leading support on issues that may arise between routine service visits, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Albion Computers Plc (Technology) 07515 287 452 / m.herman@albion.co.uk Albion is an Apple Authorised Education Specialist. We support educational institutions to deploy Apple technology across the UK. Working closely with educators we deliver sustainable Apple environments for teaching and learning. Our Education Subscription Programme ensures these environments just work, delivering everything required for one simple monthly cost. 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. We’re also suppliers on the CPC and Higher Education Apple frameworks.

apetito UK 07483 169 168 / Nick.Dagger@apetito.co.uk At apetito our mission is to Revolutionise School Catering by providing high quality, nutritious meals, that are the safest in the market. Our system removes complexity and stress from catering, allowing you and your staff to focus on educating your children. We have already transformed mealtimes to over 25,000 pupils across the UK, but our journey has only just begun! Our tried and tested system serves up some serious savings, typically 20%. A partner schools hot meal uptake increased by 300% in the first year, without needing any staff. As ‘in-house, made easy’ specialists, everything we do is designed to help you gain back control of your kitchen. Hungry to find out more? Speak to our expert team at the Education Forum to find out how we can revolutionise your school catering.

Avantis Education (Technology) 08458 620 390 / callum.steel@avantiseducation.com ClassVR from Avantis Education is an award-winning VR and AR system designed specifically for schools. Since 2017, it has empowered over 2 million students in 200,000+ classrooms across 90 countries. ClassVR provides everything schools need—hardware, software, tools, and support—to integrate VR/AR technology into lessons.

The classroom-ready headsets come in a durable charging case, and teachers have access to thousands of curriculum-aligned resources to make learning more immersive and engaging. From holding a virtual beating heart to exploring ancient ruins, ClassVR offers unforgettable experiences that deepen student understanding and retention. Teachers can guide and control the experience through the intuitive ClassVR portal, helping to create captivating, safe learning environments. Phone: 01452 260718 Email: Sales@ClassVR.com

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BenQ UK Ltd (Technology) 07500 226 694 / nicola.pearce@benq.com World-renowned for its education solutions, BenQ’s extensive product portfolio includes interactive displays, classroom software, projectors and wireless collaboration devices. Create a healthy learning space for students and educators to actively engage and work together. BenQ’s ClassroomCare® equips interactive displays with the protection necessary to foster education, such as an Air Quality Sensor, Smart Eye-Care solution, and TÜV and SIAA-certified germ-resistant screens, interfaces, and pens. The future of education is active. Get students more engaged and involved in shaping their education with BenQ’s interactive whiteboarding and intuitive classroom tools, such as EZWrite 6. Whether you’re writing, drawing, inserting text, or adding images, EZWrite comes with all the tools you need to get the exact result you want. Join us at the Education Forum to meet the BenQ team and experience how our complete solutions for education can maximise engagement both in and outside the classroom.

Darktrace 07974 590 828 / gabriel.seemungal@darktrace.com Darktrace is a global leader in AI for cybersecurity that keeps organizations ahead of the changing threat landscape every day. Founded in 2013, Darktrace provides the essential cybersecurity platform protecting organizations from unknown threats using its proprietary AI that learns from the unique patterns of life for each customer in real-time. The Darktrace ActiveAI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience with pre-emptive visibility into security posture, real-time threat detection, and autonomous response – securing the business across cloud, email, identities, operational technology, endpoints, and network. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams in Cambridge, UK, and The Hague, Netherlands have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Darktrace’s platform and services are supported by over 2,400 employees around the world who protect nearly 10,000 customers across all major industries globally.

To learn more, visit http://www.darktrace.com.

EDClass Ltd (Technology) 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 on-demand. 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!

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eSentire UK Ltd 08000 443 242 / tilly.holland@esentire.com / esentire.com eSentire is The Authority in Managed Detection and Response Services, protecting the critical data and applications of 2000+ organizations in 80+ countries from known and unknown cyber threats. Founded in 2001, the company’s mission is to hunt, investigate and stop cyber threats before they become business disrupting events.

Innoventive Property Services Ltd 07590 361 688 / charley@innoventive.co.uk / innoventive.co.uk Innoventive Property Services provides cleaning, maintenance, security, catering & staffing services. Clients can buy one service. Many buy more. Ours is very much a relationship focused business in which we act as partners to create and deliver bespoke solutions. Innoventive has developed many smart ways to integrate our service operations and improve efficiency. We have passionately dedicated management who know our business and deliver our promises. We recruit and inspire high calibre people, pay them well, recognise great performance and train them well; we won’t tolerate poor work. We design services around the real needs in a client’s business. We invest in the best tools and equipment enabling our staff to work quicker and better. We do not stand still; we constantly pursue improvement. We are interested in meeting potential clients who are serious about the things we value; Innoventive is here to be trusted, here to deliver, here to excel.

Miele GB 07435 814 969 / charles.robards@miele.com / miele.co.uk/p/ Commercial laundry, dishwashing and laboratory solutions for schools, colleges and universities. Miele stands for first-class quality and in a world which is forever changing, one thing has stayed the same for 125 years: our pursuit of ‘Immer Besser’. For 125 years, Miele Professional has been setting standards in hygiene and cleaning and combines decades of experience with the latest technology in order to guarantee the best possible hygiene. From dishwashers and laundry equipment to laboratory glasswashers: our machines always perform to perfection, even under the most challenging conditions. Each and every machine combines maximum efficiency with the highest of hygiene standards. The user-friendly interface controls on our machines simplify operation, making it suitable for diverse user groups, including students and staff. Our innovative digital solutions are perfect for managing student launderettes and large laundry rooms, all from a mobile device or PC.

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Motorola Solutions UK Ltd 07539 939 166 / cecilie.heieren@motorolasolutions.com Avigilon is a security suite with a comprehensive portfolio of end-to-end video security products and services, built to adapt at any moment as technology advances and new threats emerge. We protect your organization with flexible, modular layers of security, through fixed video, advanced analytics and smart access control systems. Our security is tailored to fit perfectly with your needs — no matter the industry, requirements, or complexity — with products and deployment options for both on-premise and cloud security, through Avigilon Unity and Avigilon Alta.

Stay effortlessly aware with AI-powered monitoring and alerts. Be constantly future-ready with unlimited scalability, automatic updates, and instant, over-theair enhancements. And react faster with greater awareness of what is happening at any given moment.

Pickerings Hire 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.

If you need additional classroom space to accommodate increasing numbers of pupils or to house pupils and staff during refurbishment or building works, you can rely on Pickerings to provide the standard of education buildings you demand. The Pickerings Principal range has been purposely designed for the education market, offering fire resistance and compliance to building regulations.

Portakabin Ltd 07803 874 290 / jashan.bahad@portakabin.com / portakabin.com Portakabin offers a wide range of building solutions and services to meet the needs of an ever increasing diverse customer base – from the most challenging interim buildings to landmark architectural schemes. We provide the best in quality coupled with bespoke design, available to buy or hire as well as refurbished and site accommodation solutions. From complex architectural design right through to custom-made interior fittings on completion, Portakabin solutions can be used for almost every application and site for any sized organisation in any sector. Across public and private sectors, Portakabin has created high-quality environments including single classrooms, entire school campuses, spacious office and welfare facilities, laboratories and site accommodation.

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Rapid Office Furniture Ltd 07808 928 918 / simonbutler@rapidoffice.co.uk / rapidoffice.co.uk • We are a family run, independent furniture procurement specialist ,established over 40 years ago.

• As a business our emphasis is always on the customer , from providing single DSE assessments to delivering a concept to completion service on large projects.

• Being an independent furniture provider we have a distinct advantage in that we have access to all manufacturers across the UK ,Europe and North America, allowing the customer a better design choice and competitive pricing.

• Our in-house resources include a dedicated sales support team who are there as your guardians, free design consultation, Specification and cost management, and our Logistics and installation teams which allow us to be extremely flexible and accommodating.

• Being a family run business we are dedicated to providing high level service and strive to develop a long standing relationship with our customer

Rivervale Minibus 07919 388 496 / john@rivervale.co.uk / rivervale.co.uk/minibus Rivervale provides leasing, purchasing, servicing, and vehicle management for cars, vans and minibuses.

Running a minibus fleet - managing drivers, vehicles and journeys is no easy task. There is a lot to plan, organise, and record to comply with the requirements of a Section 19 Permit or a PSV O Licence. If you are looking to lease a brand-new minibus, Rivervale has a wide range available. We are uniquely placed to offer ex-lease vehicles for sale, most fully maintained from new. All our used vehicles come with an RAC warranty, breakdown cover, year’s MOT, and full service. Rivervale can help with everything minibus. We can complete your 10-week minibus safety inspections at your premises, and we deliver both MiDAS and oneto-one D1 driver training. We also offer the UK’s only Online Minibus Management Course to help schools manage their drivers, licences, vehicles and legal obligations.

Root3 Lighting Ltd 01493 669 574 / jt@rt3group.co.uk / rt3group.co.uk Root3 Lighting Ltd are an award-winning LED lighting, LED Emergency Lighting & Intelligent Control integration specialist with over 20 years of experience in the lighting industry. This longevity brings an invaluable combination of expertise, credibility and relationships with customers and key manufacturers alike. The level of expertise we bring to the design, on site implementation and aftercare means our overall approach maximises the benefits you can gain from our superior fittings and service. With dedicated on-site project management for all of our installations, we can ensure minimum disruption to the business and your day-to-day activity whilst the installations and upgrades are completed. All of our lighting and controls are manufactured to our specification or selected specifically for each project, ensuring you receive the perfect luminaire and control system for your needs. We fully design, supply & install all aspects of LED Lighting, Emergency Lighting & Intelligent Controls.

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SMART (Technology) 07890 599 045 / jonathanmoore@smarttech.com SMART is a global leader in education and business technology, dedicated to enhancing collaboration and engagement through innovative interactive displays and software solutions. With over three decades of experience, SMART empowers educators, students, and professionals by providing tools that foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. SMART’s interactive displays, such as the MX and GX Series, are designed to create dynamic learning environments and efficient workplaces. Additionally, their cutting-edge software, including Lumio, offers versatile and engaging ways to deliver interactive lessons and presentations.

Committed to inclusivity, SMART develops solutions that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities, making classrooms more accessible for all students. With sustainability at the core of its values, SMART incorporates energy efficiency and eco-conscious practices into its product design and manufacturing processes. Trusted by millions of users worldwide, SMART continues to transform the way people learn and work by delivering innovative, user-friendly technology.

Software Academy (Technology) 020 3004 8383 / softwareacademy.co.uk Software Academy delivers accredited digital tech qualifications for children aged 6 to 16, as the only academy globally approved by NCFE for this. Designed by university educators, our courses span coding, game design, digital media, and 3D modelling, offering hands-on learning that builds real skills. With flexible, risk-free options like “No Contract, Cancel Anytime,” we make advanced education accessible, setting students up for success in a tech-driven future.

Sports Equipment Supplies 07825 942 281 / sales@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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Vestel 07392 866 657 / karen.langford@vestel-uk.com Vestel Visual Solutions is a leading global manufacturer of professional display solutions that help digitally transform organisations and create more engaging environments for everyone. Vestel designs and builds its wide range of exceptional display products in Europe, delivering unrivalled economies of scale backed up by class-leading customer service and support.

ViewSonic Europe Ltd (Technology) 07584 045 201 / william.hayward@viewsonic.com / viewsonic.com/uk/about ViewSonic Education is dedicated to creating modern Edtech solutions that are intuitive for all levels of teaching. Explore our hardware, software, and service ecosystem which includes a wide range of solutions.

From interactive panels for engaging classroom teaching, to videoconferencing solutions for hybrid meetings.

As well as device management software for IT admins, to hands-on training and support for staff. Visit our stand to learn more about how ViewSonic’s solutions can support your institution.

VISR Dynamics (Technology) 01482 275 299 / intouch@visr-vr.com / Stage.Online Stage is an immersive educational platform. But it’s much more than that, it empowers educators to build custom learning experiences, turn your lessons into unforgettable adventures and make learning fun. Lessons are no longer limited to textbooks; they come alive, imagine a history lesson where students don’t just read about events, they virtually walk through them, exploring archaeology artefacts and culture of the time.

Picture a science class where students can safely collaborate in a virtual lab conducting experiments without limitations. With no coding needed, just drag, drop and watch your lessons come to life. Build lessons to suit your student’s needs, easily incorporate videos, images, audio and PDFs to create rich multi-sensory experiences.

Turn your lessons into a game with challenges and puzzles, and develop essential soft skills, like teamwork and communication. Join the fun and start transforming your classroom with Stage!

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HELD TWICE YEARLY! January 2025 - London Heathrow June 2025 - Manchester The FM Forum brings together senior FM professionals and top suppliers for a day and a half of focused business meetings, interactive seminars, and valuable networking opportunities.

It’s the ideal event to connect, learn, and discover new solutions in the FM sector!

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