School Leaders' Conference 2025
Friday 14th November 9 am - 4 pm
“Change will not come if we wait for some other person, or if we wait for some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” ― Barack Obama
9.00 | Welcome |
9.15 | Nia Richards |
10.15 | Andy Hill and Fredi Beard |
11.05 | Break |
11.35 | Dan Fitzpatrick |
12:35 | Lunch |
13:35 | Contender Charlie |
14:35 | Tier Blundell |
15:30 | Closing session |
Dear Colleagues,
Welcome to our annual School Leaders’ Conference. I’m so pleased you’ve made the time to be here—to invest in yourself, your leadership, and the future of your school.
This year’s theme—innovation, inclusion and integrity—invites us to reflect on how we lead in times of change, how we continue to welcome and serve every child and family, and how we stay true to our values in the complexity of modern education.
It’s always a joy to see our Church school family gathered together. There is great strength in this community—rooted in shared vision, mutual support, and a commitment to the flourishing of all.
Thank you for all you do each day in your schools. I hope today brings you inspiration, encouragement and space to think about the future of school leadership—not just as a challenge to face, but a calling to grow into.
With every blessing,
Simone Bennett
Diocesan Director of Education
Director - Creativity, Culture and Education
Directors and Co-Founders of Voicebox CIC
Expert in the future of emergent technology in the education sector, author and speaker.
Artistic Director of Contender Charlie
Advocate, writer and educational specialist
This leadership pathway is designed for deputy headteachers, vice principals, assistant heads, and those with similar roles.
£495
This leadership pathway is designed for headteachers in years two to five of their headship journey.
£495
This leadership pathway is designed for headteachers with over five years of experience as a headteacher.
£495