Academies 2026
Why Policymaking is so Hard – Sam Freedman, Senior Fellow, Institute for Government
Sam will talk about the key themes from his book ‘Failed State: Why Nothing Works And How To Fix It” – showing why even good politicians struggle to get anything out of the Westminster system. He will apply the lessons to education policy over the past few decades and look at how the same challenges will affect the upcoming white paper. And he’ll offer some possible solutions.
AI in Action: Collaborating for Smarter, Happier Schools – North Tyneside Learning Trust
Explore how schools across the North Tyneside Learning Trust are working together to harness AI in ethical, safe, and effective ways that boost productivity, support staff wellbeing, and reduce workload. This practical session will showcase real examples of AI use in teaching, assessment, pastoral care, and administration, all grounded in safeguarding and responsible innovation. Attendees will gain insight into how collaborative working groups are shaping AI policy and practice, and have the chance to discuss challenges, solutions, and the exciting future potential of AI in education.