Future-Ready Schools Forum 2026

Where and when?

Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026 
Time: 09:00 - 15:15 
Location: Converge Technology Solutions, Granite One Hundred, Acton Gate, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST18 9AA

Join us at Converge UK HQ for a hands-on event designed to help schools and trusts accelerate digital improvement and confidently align with the Department for Education’s Core Digital & Technology Standards.

With over 35 years of experience supporting UK education, Converge provides bespoke, cost-effective IT solutions that help schools build secure and reliable digital environments. 

Throughout the day, you’ll hear from a range of Converge education experts and our trusted partners who will share the latest developments and how together, we’re continually enhancing the way we support schools efficiently and sustainably.

Why attend?

Technology continues to reshape how schools operate, teach and safeguard. This event will give senior leaders and IT decisionmakers the clarity, confidence and practical tools needed to:

• Build a long-term digital strategy aligned to the DfE’s Technology Standards
• Strengthen cyber security across your organisation
• Simplify payment solutions such as 1:1 devices and leasing
• Understand what “good” looks like when building digital foundations at school and trust level
• You’ll also get to enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of our award winning IT recycling facility

Who should attend?

Education leaders, headteachers, school and trust senior leadership teams, IT Directors, CIOs, Network Managers, and anyone responsible for digital strategy or improvement planning.