Connect with Senior Education Buyers at the Education Forum - 6-7 October

Taking place on the 6th-7th October 2026 at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow, the Education Forum is a highly focused event that bring together senior professionals from across the education sector for two days of targeted meetings, knowledge sharing, and networking.

Designed for procurement specialists and decision-makers from schools, colleges, universities, academies, and multi-academy trusts (MATs), the Forums offer a powerful opportunity for buyers to engage with innovative suppliers who can help them tackle key sector challenges.

What to Expect:

• Pre-arranged 1-2-1 meetings between education professionals and relevant suppliers, tailored to match active projects and requirements.
• Insightful seminar sessions, led by sector thought-leaders, covering education leadership, wellbeing, and future-ready learning strategies.
• Extensive networking opportunities, including a gala dinner and informal meetings throughout the two-day experience.
• Complimentary overnight accommodation, all meals and refreshments for all qualifying delegates.

Seminar Highlights Include:

This year's Education Forum seminar programme brings together education leaders, sector specialists and industry experts to discuss some of the most important topics currently affecting schools, trusts and education settings. Covering security, funding, inclusion and SEND provision, the sessions are designed to provide delegates with valuable insight and practical discussion.

Martyn's Law – Royal Assent: What this Means for Facilities Management within Education

The programme opens with a presentation from Figen Murray, Ambassador and Campaigner for Martyn's Law. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear about the implications of the new Home Office legislation and what Martyn's Law means within the education setting. 

From Funding to Transformation: The UK's £4bn Investment in Education

Hosted by Cameron Parker, Dreams 2 Reality, alongside a panel of education and finance professionals, this discussion will examine the UK's £4bn investment in education. Topics include the scope, timeline and priority sectors for investment, alignment with national productivity, skills and innovation agendas, and how funding can move beyond maintenance towards systemic transformation.  

Panellists include Mark Ridley, Executive Principal at The Ravensbourne School, Teresa Kelly, Finance Director at Chiltern Learning Trust, Adrian Rogers, CEO of Chiltern Learning Trust, and Theresa Allotey, Business Manager at STAT.

What is Needed for Some Benefits All

Presented by Amjad Alu, Trust CPD & Inclusion Lead at Try This Teaching, this seminar will explore adaptive teaching and what it means in practice. The session will cover adaptive teaching as quality-first teaching rather than additional workload, the principle that "what is needed for some, benefits all", and practical strategies that can improve curriculum access, behaviour and belonging.

Supporting SEN Pupils with Purpose-Built Environments

With growing numbers of SEN pupils in mainstream schools and recent DfE announcements regarding SEND funding, Jashan Bahad and Sarah Denton from Portakabin will discuss how modular solutions can help deliver purpose-built inclusive spaces on time and within budget.

The seminar will cover inclusion bases in mainstream schools, SEND and inclusive education, modular construction, elements of inclusive classrooms and budget cost considerations.

Balancing Physical Security, Community Engagement and Psychological Well-being

Delegates will also have the opportunity to explore the challenge of balancing physical security, community engagement and psychological wellbeing within educational environments, highlighting another key area of focus for today's education sector.

Discover the Full Seminar Programme

Don't miss the opportunity to hear from leading experts and join discussions on the issues shaping the future of education.

View the full speaker line-up here

Key Topics Covered:

The Forum will cover a broad range of essential areas, including:

• Refurbishment & Building Maintenance
• Classroom Furniture & Design
• Energy Management & Sustainability
• Apprenticeships & Workforce Development
• Cleaning & Hygiene Services
• Design & Build Projects
• Document & Asset Management
• Health & Safety Compliance

Suppliers Already Confirmed Include:

Grosvenor Contracts, Pickerings, Miele GB, Measurable Energy, Portakabin Ltd, Brewers Decorator Centres, Delabie Ltd and 1st Waste Management Consultants Ltd and more.

Media Partners Include:

Education Technology Insights, Education Business, Dreams 2 Reality and CIBSE

For suppliers to the education sector, this event provides a rare opportunity to showcase your products and services directly to decision-makers with active procurement needs. All supplier packages are fully inclusive – including a pre-built stand, 1-2-1 meeting schedule, and extensive branding across marketing materials and online platforms. You simply turn up and connect.

You’ll benefit from:

• A hand-picked schedule of 1-2-1 meetings with pre-qualified buyers based on your goals
• Direct access to senior-level hospitality professionals who are actively sourcing solutions
• A fully-branded, pre-built stand – no set-up, no stress, we handle all logistics
• Brand visibility across our marketing campaign, event guide and website
• A hassle-free, all-inclusive experience – we organise everything for you from start to finish

For supplier opportunities, contact Victoria Petch v.petch@forumevents.co.uk | 01992 374082

To find out more about attending as a delegate or getting involved as a supplier, visit: www.education-forum.co.uk