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2026 Agenda

2026 AGENDA

Explore the world-class speakers and sessions that took place at Bett UK 2026. Our selection of special guests were carefully curated to inspire, engage and educate across the key topics in education and technology.
  • Stream
    • SEND
Tech User Labs

Select your session from 5 January 2026

Find out more

Please note these are now happening on the Showfloor and in the ICC suites.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    Tech User Labs
    ICC Capital Suite 8 & 9: Dive in to Microsoft tools that boost engagement, accessibility, and personalised learning.
    In collaboration with Microsoft 
TableTalks

Pre-booking opens 6th January 2025.

Find out more.

    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    TableTalks
    Peer to peer discussion on learners with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    TableTalks
    Peer to peer discussion on learners with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).
The Arena

Flagship theatre for thought leadership, policy, and inspiring keynotes.

    • Leadership
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    The Arena

    As the sector awaits the next phase of government policy, this discussion offers a crucial opportunity to reflect, respond, and reimagine a system that works for every child in every phase of education.  

Teaching & Learning Theatre

Showcasing best practice in pedagogy, technology, and school transformation.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    Teaching & Learning Theatre
    Discover how everyday digital tools can transform learning into empowering, immersive, and equitable experiences for all. 
Higher Ed Theatre

Main stage for Higher Education leaders, academics, and sector innovation.

    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • Digital Citizenship
    • SEND
    Higher Ed Theatre
    A recipe to baseline the accessibility of your learning environment and create a roadmap to bake this into business as usual.  
SEND Theatre

Inclusive best practice for mainstream and special education settings.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    SEND Theatre

    See how playful, character-driven tools and AI can make literacy accessible, scalable, and engaging for every child. 

     

    In collaboration with Mrs Wordsmith
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Pedagogy
    SEND Theatre
    What is the impact of an at-scale, pedagogy-first approach for young people with SEND? Come along to hear from school leaders and academic researchers.
    • Wellbeing
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    Discover how accessibility fosters independence and how AT empowers students to take charge of their own learning, building confidence and lifelong success.
    In collaboration with ReadSpeaker
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    A powerful and personal insight into how AAC transforms learning, communication, and inclusion for non-speaking autistic children in specialist education.
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • AI
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    ShareTheBoard turns any writing surface into an inclusive, globally-accessible learning tool with no expensive hardware or changes to teaching methods.
    In collaboration with ShareTheBoard
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    Practical strategies and ideas for supporting students with SEND through assistive technology tools.
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Pedagogy
    SEND Theatre
    Discover how assistive technology empowers SEND learners by supporting pedagogy in writing and promoting independent choice in the classroom.
    In collaboration with Crick Software
Live Classroom Theatre

Interactive sessions showcasing real classroom practice and collaborative debates.

    • Wellbeing
    • Skills & Careers
    • SEND
    Live Classroom Theatre
    This interactive cooking demonstration will showcase innovative adaptive cooking technology and demonstrate its practical application in fostering essential life skills.  
Tech in Action Theatre

Practical sessions exploring hardware and software, focusing on product features and their role in effective pedagogy.

    • SEND
    Tech in Action Theatre
    Empower every staff member with practical skills to provide effective and consistent SEND support.
    In collaboration with The National College 
Microsoft Theatre
Go to Stand SM20
    • AI
    • Cybersecurity
    • SEND
    Microsoft Theatre
    Inspire teaching with Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs: secure, AI‑first experiences, device management, and data protection for schools.
    In collaboration with Microsoft
Tech User Labs

Select your session from 5 January 2026

Find out more

Please note these are now happening on the Showfloor and in the ICC suites.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    Tech User Labs
    South Hall Tech User Lab Room: Create an action plan to drive innovation and digital confidence in your school, exploring vision, culture and creative tools on iPad.
    In collaboration with Jigsaw24 and supported by Apple 
    • AI
    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    Tech User Labs
     ICC Capital Suite 8 & 9: Explore Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs for secure, accessible, AI first classrooms—identity, device management, data protection, and inclusive features.
    In collaboration with Microsoft 
TableTalks

Pre-booking opens 6th January 2025.

Find out more.

    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    TableTalks
    Peer to peer discussion on learners with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    TableTalks
    Peer to peer discussion on learners with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).
Teaching & Learning Theatre

Showcasing best practice in pedagogy, technology, and school transformation.

    • Wellbeing
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    Teaching & Learning Theatre

    Discover how Relational Inclusion fosters trauma-informed, compassionate schools where all children can thrive.

Higher Ed Theatre

Main stage for Higher Education leaders, academics, and sector innovation.

    • AI
    • SEND
    • Gaming and esports
    Higher Ed Theatre
    How university students are driving innovation and social change through coding, gaming, and AI-based projects. 
Innovation Theatre

Discover emerging EdTech startups and global expansion opportunities.

    • Cybersecurity
    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    Innovation Theatre
    Stop passwords slowing learning! Discover how to get all students, from Early Years to SEN, logged in and engaged instantly
    In collaboration with Wonde
    • AI
    • SEND
    • Gaming and esports
    Innovation Theatre
    University students showcase their game-based learning tools for SEND learners. 
SEND Theatre

Inclusive best practice for mainstream and special education settings.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    SEND Theatre
    See how playful, character-driven tools and AI can make literacy accessible, scalable, and engaging for every child. 
    In collaboration with Mrs Wordsmith
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    Practical strategies and ideas for teaching literacy to students with complex learning, access and communication needs.
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • AI
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre

    Find out how AI can simplify even the most complex parts of SEND support while keeping families engaged and empowered.

    In collaboration with Unowa
    • Leadership
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre

    Ofsted’s Inclusive Education team discuss the renewed framework and its focus on Inclusion and SEND.

    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    This session will explore how Apple’s accessibility features can support a wide of range of SEND need in the classroom. 
    In collaboration with Albion
    • Skills & Careers
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    Exploring how assistive and accessible technology (ATech) can support SEND learners to achieve meaningful employment and independence.
    • Wellbeing
    • SEND
    • Student Friendly
    SEND Theatre
    Discover how Auri, the Auracast™ solution, enables inclusive audio access for all students to support better learning in every environment.
    In collaboration with Ampetronic
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Gaming and esports
    SEND Theatre
    Discover how gaming and esports can transform learning for SEND and neurodiverse students, building confidence, inclusion, and engagement.
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre

    Celebrate the successes, achievements, and best practices for quality and inclusive Learning for ALL children around the world.

Live Classroom Theatre

Interactive sessions showcasing real classroom practice and collaborative debates.

    • Assessment
    • SEND
    • Pedagogy
    Live Classroom Theatre
    This showcase lesson will provide a firsthand look at how a 1:1 Chromebook programme can transform maths education.
Operational Transformation Theatre

Exploring leadership, governance, and strategies for operational excellence.

    • SEND
    • Governance
    • Operations
    Operational Transformation Theatre
    Delivering a high-impact, sustainable SEND strategy across a Multi-Academy Trust requires more than good intentions, it demands operational transformation.
Microsoft Theatre
Go to Stand SM20
    • AI
    • Cybersecurity
    • SEND
    Microsoft Theatre
    Inspire teaching with Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs: secure, AI‑first experiences, device management, and data protection for schools.
    In collaboration with Microsoft 
    • Assessment
    • AI
    • SEND
    Microsoft Theatre
    Leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot across Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook—save time and personalise learning with classroom‑ready workflows.
    In collaboration with Microsoft 
IFIP Inclusion Theatre
Go to London Room 3
    • Wellbeing
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    A panel of local authority leaders and school principals will explore practical responses to the SEN pressures across England. 
    In collaboration with The International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners 
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    IFIP hosts a panel showing how informed, empowered parents can shape policy and drive inclusion across all schools.
    In collaboration with The International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
    • Wellbeing
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    IFIP and SoH bring five heads together to explore turning global inclusion priorities into action, covering curriculum, wellbeing, and partnerships.
    In collaboration with The International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Pedagogy
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    Hosted by IFIP Europe Co-Chairs, this session unites European leaders to explore Inclusion 2.0, priorities, and strengthen the IFIP network.
    In collaboration with The International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Student Friendly
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    Kyrlo, an autistic 11-year-old shares how inclusion helps him learn, manage emotions, feel safe at school and why it benefits all children.
    In collaboration with International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • STEM
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    A look at how dynamic, immersive touch technology is transforming Braille and empowering visually impaired learners in digital and STEM learning.
    In collaboration with International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
    • Wellbeing
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    Led by Sarah Johnson with PRUsAP, this session examines pressures on Alternative Provision, rising SEN/SEMH needs and what must change to better support pupils.
    In collaboration with The International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
    • Wellbeing
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    IFIP Inclusion Theatre
    SENsational Tutors will lead a panel with local authorities on choosing AP providers and how agencies can collaborate to improve SEND outcomes.
    In collaboration with The International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners
Tech User Labs

Select your session from 5 January 2026

Find out more

Please note these are now happening on the Showfloor and in the ICC suites.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    Tech User Labs
    ICC Capital Suite 8 & 9: Dive in to Microsoft tools that boost engagement, accessibility, and personalised learning.
    In collaboration with Microsoft
TableTalks

Pre-booking opens 6th January 2025.

Find out more.

    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    TableTalks
    Peer to peer discussion on learners with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).
SEND Theatre

Inclusive best practice for mainstream and special education settings.

    • SEND
    • Digital Strategy
    • Pedagogy
    SEND Theatre
    See how playful, character-driven tools and AI can make literacy accessible, scalable, and engaging for every child. 
    In collaboration with Mrs Wordsmith
    • Skills & Careers
    • SEND
    • Gaming and esports
    SEND Theatre
    Discover how esports fosters inclusion, accessibility, and progression for SEND and diverse learners.
    In collaboration with British Esports Federation 
    • AI
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    How Edtech Access organises co-creation opportunities to invent new SEND solutions and a pathway to scalable impact for SEND learners.
    In collaboration with Edtech Access 
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • Skills & Careers
    • SEND
    SEND Theatre
    How neurodiverse students and individuals can turn their unique talents into workplace success, and how companies and organisations can benefit from employing a neurodiverse workforce.
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Pedagogy
    SEND Theatre
    This talk examines how love, justice, and inclusive AI practices can transform learning and expand access for students with disabilities.
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • SEND
    • Data & Analytics
    SEND Theatre
    This session explores how insights from inclusion data can strengthen attendance, behavior, wellbeing and outcomes to build stronger, safer, more connected school communities.
Microsoft Theatre
Go to Stand SM20
    • AI
    • Cybersecurity
    • SEND
    Microsoft Theatre
    Inspire teaching with Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs: secure, AI‑first experiences, device management, and data protection for schools.
    In collaboration with Microsoft 
    • Assessment
    • AI
    • SEND
    Microsoft Theatre
    Leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot across Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook—save time and personalise learning with classroom‑ready workflows.
    In collaboration with Microsoft 

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