Name: The Education Business Conference 2026
Start: 2026-06-11T09:00:00+01:00
Location: Vertu Motors Arena

After a hugely successful 2025 conference at the Vertu Motors Arena, with fantastic feedback from delegates on the new workshop-style format and venue, we are delighted to once again bring the fourteenth Education Business Conference to Newcastle. Taking place on Thursday, 11 June 2026, this annual event is designed for everyone involved in the business of running a school or trust. It’s your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and explore the challenges and opportunities shaping education today.
Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for anyone involved in their school or trust’s operations and strategic planning, including:
-Experienced School Business Professionals and newcomers to the role
-Individuals involved in operational or strategic roles within schools or trusts
-School Business Managers, Office Managers, HR and Finance Managers, CFOs, COOs, Administrators
-Head Teachers and other School Leaders
Whether you’re returning after last year’s successful relaunch or joining us for the first time, this year’s conference is your chance to:
-Exchange ideas
-Discover new solutions
-Equip yourself with tools to drive excellence and efficiency
Why Attend?
This must-attend event offers actionable insights, innovative strategies, and practical tools to help you navigate today’s challenges while planning for tomorrow.
-Dynamic Keynotes & Practical Workshops: Learn from inspiring speakers and gain strategies you can apply directly in your role.
-Extensive Networking Opportunities: Share insights and build valuable connections with colleagues from across the region and beyond.
-Comprehensive Exhibition: Explore innovative solutions from leading providers tailored to schools and trusts.
-Emerging Trends & Best Practice: Stay ahead with the latest developments in school business management and education leadership.
Previous speakers have included Diana Osagie (Author, Courageous Leadership), Leora Cruddas (CEO, Confederation of Schools Trust), Andy Cope (Best Selling Author), “The Real” David Cameron (Education Specialist), Nigel Risner (Motivational Speaker & Consultant), and Stephen Morales (Chief Executive, Institute of School Business Leadership).
EVENT COSTS
SNE Partner School £100 +VAT
Non Partner School £160 +VAT
Commercial/Educational Supporters £250 +VAT
Non School £300 +VAT
((Group bookings of 3 or more will get a 10% discount))
To explore sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected]
[[Due to the ongoing Tyne Bridge works, queues at the Tyne tunnel may take longer than expected]]