2025 highlights

CST School Improvement Conference 2025

Themed on ‘theory to practice‘, we explored how trusts can translate conceptual models of school improvement into actionable strategies, using real-world evidence to drive change and tackle challenges in diverse school environments.

 

259

delegates

17

speakers

12

sessions

"Sharing ideas and hearing from others always gives me some 'takeaways' that help my practice. I just wish we had a few days of it!"
Brian DuffyShaw Education Trust
"A really valuable day - lots of information and ideas, and that's even after attending a previous CST safeguarding conference."
Previous delegate
"Such a powerful opportunity to reflect on my role as Director of Safeguarding and look at further ways to improve."
Previous delegate
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Inspiring keynotes

Main-stage sessions explored:

  • Insights from the School Improvement Hub: key findings on trust-led school improvement
  • Creating connected leadership at Chiltern Learning Trust
  • Update on the Curriculum and Assessment Review

Focused workshops

Breakout sessions included:

  • Scaling school improvement through impactful professional development
  • Using development cycles to help teachers thrive
  • Empowering leadership for lasting change

Making connections

Attendees had the opportunity to:

  • Explore real-world evidence and strategies from schools across the country
  • Take part in interactive exercises
  • Network with colleagues and leading suppliers to the sector

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Join us for 2026

We would love to see you at our next School Improvement Conference, taking place on Thursday 26 March 2026 at The Eastside Rooms, Birmingham. 

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