Ash Mudaliar

Director of IT, Creative Education Trust

Ash is responsible for the strategic development of IT within the trust. Ash works closely with Creative Education Trust schools to support their IT development plans ensuring that they incorporate the schools' needs and the trust-wide IT strategy. Ash has a number of experienced IT Support professionals within his team who ensure that core IT services and individual schools are supported effectively. Through the use of the CETcloud services, he is able to ensure that pupils and staff have the tools they need to deliver and receive a high quality educational experience. Ash has a BSc in Computing which he completed in 2007. Having worked in the education IT sector for over 10 years, Ash has extensive knowledge which includes managing complex IT projects and developing IT within the classroom.

Hall 6

1 Breakout sessions: Series one

AI adoption in practice: What staff are telling us

Drawing on new Edurio research findings, this interactive session explores how school and trust staff are experiencing the rapid growth of AI and digital technology in education. Iona Kelliher will share insights into staff confidence, concerns, and development needs around AI adoption, alongside perspectives from trust leaders embedding AI and digital tools across their organisations. Through practical examples and audience discussion, we will explore the conditions needed for successful digital transformation and where human judgement remains essential. Ideal for trust leaders responsible for digital strategy, workforce development, innovation, and school improvement.