Thursday, 5th November 2026
8.45a.m. – 4.15p.m.
BMA House, Tavistock Square,
London WC1H 9JP
Building on the success of our 2025 event, we are delighted to return once again for our in-person Annual Conference in 2026, offering an unparalleled opportunity to connect, collaborate and engage with peers, expert speakers and policymakers. With a dynamic line-up of keynote speakers and insightful panel discussions, this year’s Annual Conference will provide fresh perspectives on the key issues shaping the ITT sector.
Conference format
The conference will adopt a new format with delegates seated at round tables to enable greater, discussion, debate, reflection and engagement with each other.
The conference agenda will include thought-provoking discussions on policy developments, leadership in ITT and the future of teacher training, alongside practical strategies to enhance provision and support trainees. The Conference will also offer valuable networking opportunities enabling delegates to build meaningful connections, share best practice and explore common challenges.
Due to the conference seating format, places are limited and we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
We look forward to welcoming you in November 2026.
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
| 8.45a.m. | Registration Refreshments and networking Exhibition area open |
| 9.20a.m. | Seats to be taken |
| 9.30a.m. | NASBTT Welcome Address Emma Hollis, CEO, NASBTT Keith Ford, Interim Chair Elect, NASBTT |
| 9.50a.m. | Keynote Address - Ofsted Andrea Shepard, Senior His Majesty’s Inspector, Teacher Development, Ofsted |
| 10.30a.m. | TBC |
| 11.00a.m. | Reflections, networking and comfort break |
| 11.20a.m. | Seats to be taken |
| 11.25a.m. | AI in ITT: Innovation, Opportunities and Practice Victoria Hedlund, AI Bias Girl, Researcher and Consultant Guests TBC |
| 12.25p.m. | TBC |
| 1.00p.m. | Lunch and networking Exhibition area open |
| 2.00p.m. | SEND in ITT |
| 3.05p.m. | The Big Idea |
| 4.10p.m. | Closing Plenary Keith Ford, Interim Chair Elect, NASBTT |
"Really excellent line up of speakers from so many key aspects of the sector."
"Lots of knowledgeable and passionate speakers and some thought provoking seasons - there was so much for us to take away. There is so much that could be included that it could easily be a 3 day conference."
"Good selection of high quality speakers and all relevant to the current climate."
"It is difficult to sum up how uplifting it was to be part of our community for the day, to be able to reflect, listen, be challenge as well as inspired. Thank you"
"Thank you! The conference was incredibly valuable and very thought-provoking. It is so great to get the headspace with expert ideas on these topics."
"What a wonderful day! So well organised and the atmosphere was so positive."
"Very positive, engaging day allowing leaders time to take a step back from the day to day and reflect on the bigger picture."
"Thank you so much! The event was really well planned, BMA House facilities were fantastic and the speaker line-up was superb."
"Just thank you for a brilliant and amazing experience to be remembered!"
Exhibitors and networking
Delegates will have the opportunity to connect with a range of high-quality exhibitors showcasing innovative products, services and resources designed to support Initial Teacher Training providers.
Alongside this, the Annual Conference provides a unique platform to network with peers from across the sector, strengthening connections and building lasting professional relationships.
