Mark Anderson

Founding Director, ICT Evangelist

Mark is a globally respected expert in education, technology, and digital strategy. A former senior leader with over 20 years in the classroom, he now works with schools, trusts, and edtech organisations worldwide to support impactful, evidence-informed use of technology. Mark advises schools and edtech organisations on responding to national frameworks and regulatory expectations, with particular expertise in safeguarding, AI, and digital strategy. He is the author of best-selling books including The EdTech Playbook, co-founder of the Global EdTech Awards, and Head of Education at NetSupport. He is also a Founding Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching and sits on the BCS Schools and Colleges Committee.

Hall 8b

1 Series one

Flourishing through innovation: AI lesson planning to support every learner

This session shares early insights from a major research project led by Woodland Academy Trust which explores how AI tools are being used to support lesson planning across five primary schools. Pursued as part of a broader digital transformation strategy, the project has also contributed to external accreditation and recognition, including national award nominations. These frameworks have helped drive the project forward by establishing a shared vision, identifying measurable outcomes, and galvanising staff engagement across diverse settings. The session reflects on how this approach to innovation is helping to support every learner, particularly those with additional needs, while also enhancing professional agency and wellbeing for teachers.