Upcoming Events
Policy Insights Group
New technical education pathways from age 14? Take a forward look at one of the Burnham government's major education reforms, and what it could mean for equity for young people from low-income households.
Devolution that Delivers for Children and Young People
We are hosting an event at Labour Party Conference that asks ‘Can Local, Regional and National Institutions Collaborate to Close the Disadvantage Gaps?’
AI in Education Working Group
Hear from members putting AI into practice, then swap notes in breakout rooms on tools and org-wide adoption, from delivery to HR.
Early Childhood Collaboration Workshop
Help develop our systems change approach for 2026-27 - a good first step if you are new to the Collaboration.
Fundraising Working Group
Be part of the very first session for this group by helping shape its direction and set the agenda for the year ahead.
Literacy Link Autumn Gathering
Reading charities and aligned partners come together to develop collaborative approaches that reach more children with the reading support they need.
Youth Engagement Working Group
A fresh start for the group: come help co-design what's next.
South Yorkshire Success in Education, Employment and Training Community of Practice
We’re pleased to invite you to the inaugural South Yorkshire Success in Education, Employment and Training Community of Practice - a new partnership space bringing together system leaders and practitioners to strengthen how we support positive pathways for young people across the region - providing support in prevention and early intervention.
Fair Education Report Card 2026: Launch Webinar
Join us to find out our policy priorities for the year ahead.
This is the second Report Card in our Neighbourhood to National strategy and sets out how central government policy can create the enabling conditions of the deep, place-based work we need to shift the systems which hold inequity in place. We'll also showcase the case studies which inspired some of our recommendations.
Policy Insights Group: Fair Education Report Card 2026 Exclusive Preview
Ahead of the launch of our Fair Education Report Card 2026 on 9 September, we are holding a preview event for members where we’ll share the themes and recommendations, along with details of the official launch and how you can help by sharing the Report Card with your networks.
Policy Insights Group
Engaging young people in policy development
In July we will be joined by Becca Weighell, the FEA's Head of Youth Engagement to discuss how education sector organisations can meaningfully engage young people in policy development and influencing. We will showcase examples of successful youth engagement and learn about the key principles, best practices and techniques which can be used to make sure that young people's voices are heard in policy making.
Register to join the session here (FEA members only).
Line Management Training
Whether you're new to managing people or have years of experience, this two-day programme builds the practical skills, frameworks and confidence to help you get the best out of your team - from giving feedback and delegating effectively, to understanding what motivates the people you lead.
Register your interest here (FEA members only).
AI Working Group
Our last session before the summer break is all about coming together to share, reflect and learn. This session is for all - whether you've run a small AI experiment recently or are simply curious to hear what others across the sector are trying.
Register to join the session here (FEA members only).
Wellington Festival of Education
We're looking forward to another year at the Wellington Festival of Education on 2–3 July, and we're delighted to be involved in several sessions this year, including chairing a panel with our MSA partners.
Thursday 2 July, 12:45–13:30 | From TikTok to Tech Skills: What Students Feel They Really Need from Digital Literacy
YSG member, Osob, join AQA's Student Advisory Group to explore what digital literacy really means for young people today - and how curriculum reform can better prepare them for life beyond school.Thursday 2 July, 14:45-15:30 | Don't Call Me Disadvantaged - Do This For Me Instead
Osob is also speaking on a second panel, which challenges deficit language and explores evidence-based approaches to supporting learners from the most marginalised communities to engage, achieve and belong.
Friday 3 July, 10:30–11:15 | Rebuilding the Village Around the Child: The Role of Schools in Place-Based Initiatives
On Friday, our Head of Policy Insights, Tom Symons, joins leads from FEA's Mayoral Strategic Authority partners to explore how schools and colleges can lead or join place-based initiatives that reconnect families, services and communities.
Friday 3 July, 10:30-11:15 | SEND Reforms 2026: Where are we now?
In this mainstage panel, expert voices from across the system - including YSG member Evie - come together to reflect on the direction of reform, what has been heard through consultation, and what may come next.
Friday 3 July, 11:45-12:30 | Making Mainstream a Bit More Alternative: Lessons From Specialist & AP
YSG member, Yazz, joins a panel that explores what mainstream schools can realistically adapt, from small shifts in practice to more ambitious changes that support pupils with SEND and emotionally based school non-attendance.