14 January 2027, Birmingham
Additional information about the 2027 conference programme, speakers, and registration will be released closer to the event date.
This year’s conference will explore how trust leaders can protect children in a highly connected world where digital risks and online harms are constantly evolving. Our keynotes and workshops will consider how schools can draw upon the best evidence to strengthen safeguarding practice and build strategies that are inclusive and effective for all children, including those with additional needs.
Across the programme, we will reflect on how safeguarding leaders can adapt to trust growth and system reform, while ensuring that education plays an equal role in partnerships and that the voices of children remain at the centre of decision making.
Delegates will have the opportunity to engage with thought leadership and peer discussion, connect with colleagues from across the sector, and leave with strategies that can be applied directly within their trusts.
Hear from some of today's leading educational thinkers
Give you and your leadership team time to re-think how your trust works
Connect with colleagues from school trusts across the country
Engage with innovative providers to the school trust sector
This conference is an extension of the CST Safeguarding professional community - a unique space for school trust staff to network, share, and learn, all year round. Community membership is an integral part of CST membership.
For details about commercial tickets, please contact conference@cstuk.org.uk.
CST members only: Full conference access including keynotes, workshops, lunch, and resources
Book your place£402 inc VAT at 20%
Non-CST member place for conference including keynotes, workshops, and lunch
Book your place£474 inc VAT at 20%
Our conference takes place at the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre, a short walk from Birmingham New Street train station.
We recommend using public transport wherever possible to attend. The venue is within Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone and there may be additional fees for driving to the venue.
Birmingham Conference and Events Centre
Hill Street
Birmingham
B5 4EW
The conference takes place on 15 January 2026.
Registration will be from 08:00 with the main programme running approximately 09:15 to 15:50.
Delegate places include full access to conference main sessions, workshops, and exhibition, plus refreshments, and lunch during the day.
Overnight accommodation is not included and delegates are responsible for their own travel arrangements.
The event programme is provisional and subject to change. Booking terms and conditions apply.
Imagery is from past events and may not reflect future programmes.
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