Why Visit?

Why Attend?

The SEND Conference is the UK's leading event dedicated to supporting SEND leaders, SENCOs, inclusion teams and school leaders responsible for improving outcomes for learners with additional needs.

Whether you're navigating policy reforms, managing increasing demand, embedding inclusive practice or seeking effective interventions, the conference provides practical guidance, expert insight and proven solutions to help you strengthen SEND provision across your setting.

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Benefits of Attending

Make Meaningful Connections

Connect with hundreds of SEND leaders facing the same challenges as you. Share experiences, exchange ideas and discover practical strategies that can be implemented immediately to strengthen provision and improve outcomes for pupils with SEND.

Through our ConnectEd platform, visitors can pre-book meetings, build a personalised agenda and connect with suppliers, speakers and fellow professionals based on their specific priorities, helping you make every conversation and connection count.

Access Free CPD

Stay ahead of the latest SEND reforms, funding developments and inclusion strategies through CPD-certified sessions delivered by leading sector experts and experienced practitioners. Explore practical approaches to the challenges facing schools today and gain valuable insights to support effective decision-making.

With actionable insights, case studies and proven approaches, you'll leave with the knowledge and confidence to enhance SEND provision and improve outcomes for learners across your setting.

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Discover Innovative SEND Solutions

Save time researching suppliers by exploring the latest SEND solutions, assistive technologies and specialist services all under one roof. Meet leading providers and compare tools designed to support staff workload, improve accessibility and create more inclusive learning environments for every learner.

From assessment and intervention resources to assistive technology and inclusion support services, you'll discover practical solutions that can enhance provision, improve efficiency and help deliver better outcomes for pupils with SEND.

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Hear from SEND Experts

Learn from some of the most influential voices in SEND and inclusion as they share their expertise, experiences and innovative approaches to supporting learners with additional needs.

Through inspiring keynotes, real-world case studies and thought-provoking discussions, you'll gain practical insights, proven strategies and new ideas to help drive inclusive practice and enhance outcomes across your setting.

Key Themes

Built Around the Priorities of SENDCOs

Strategic SEND Leadership

Strengthening the role, influence and capacity of SEND leaders to drive whole-school inclusion, make impactful decisions and build organisational capacity.

Designing Effective Inclusive Provision

Creating inclusive systems, environments and provision that work in practice — from operational design and inclusion bases to classroom routines and whole-school approaches.

Making SEND Work Within Limited Resources

Finding practical, sustainable ways to improve SEND support, maximise budgets and prioritise the approaches that deliver the greatest impact for pupils.

Navigating SEND Reform and Accountability

Understanding the changing SEND landscape, from the implications of the White Paper and legal duties to working constructively with inspection and preparing for future reform.

Building Stronger Partnerships Around SEND

Moving beyond the school gates to strengthen collaboration with families, health, social care, specialist services and wider partners to deliver more joined-up support.

From Strategy to Sustainable Practice

Turning inclusion strategy into consistent day-to-day practice through effective routines, interventions, leadership structures and systems that support positive outcomes for pupils.

Full CPD Agenda

Co-Located Events

Your ticket to the SEND Conference gives you access to the SAASHOW and other co-located events, helping you maximise your time away from school while gaining even greater value from your visit.

Schools & Academies Show

The Schools & Academies Show brings together senior education leaders, policy-makers and innovative suppliers to share practical solutions, strategic insight and meaningful connections that help schools improve outcomes.

Whether you’re looking for policy updates, cost-saving solutions, CPD-certified learning or peer networking, the show is designed to help senior education leaders tackle real challenges under one roof.

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EdTech Summit

The EdTech Summit is the destination for education leaders looking to harness technology to drive improvement, increase efficiency and enhance learning outcomes.

Explore AI, digital transformation, cybersecurity and IT infrastructure while connecting with leading technology providers and sector experts.

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Independent Schools Conference

Designed specifically for independent school leaders, this conference addresses strategic challenges from financial sustainability and pupil recruitment to staffing and reputation management.

Hear from sector experts, discover practical solutions and gain fresh perspectives to help your school thrive in a competitive environment.

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