Agenda

Our conference runs from 9:30am to 4:00pm, offering an opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to the future of Service children’s education and wellbeing. The event brings together educators, practitioners, researchers, and policymakers from across the UK to share best practice, explore new ideas, and celebrate impact across our community.

Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Hear from inspiring speakers and thought leaders
Take part in interactive workshops and discussions
Network with colleagues from across the SCiP Alliance Community and beyond
Discover new tools, research, and resources to enhance your practice

Please see the agenda below:

Conference registration, refreshments, networking and exhibition

Welcome to the Conference: Wing Commander Andrea Dowds, MBE

Whole Person, Whole Journey: Philip Dent, Director, Service Children’s Progression Alliance

Address from the Minister for Veterans and People, Louise Sandher-Jones MP

Supported by: Nick Pett, Head of Armed Forces Families and Safeguarding, Ministry of Defence and Russell Collier, Asst Head Education, Ministry of Defence

Break – refreshments, networking and exhibition

Workshop: Session 1 (45 mins)

Panel Discussion:

John McKendrick – Commissioner for Fair Access (to Higher Education)
Wing Commander Andrea Dowds MBE - RAF Officer Commanding Base Support Wing
Rachel Wolford – Head Teacher, St. Gerardine Primary School
Ed Harris - Senior Education Officer, Armed Forces Families & Safeguarding, Ministry of Defence

Lunch – networking and exhibition

In conversation with Armed Forces children and young people

Workshop: Session 2 (45 mins)

Break – refreshments, networking and exhibition

Workshop: Session 3 (45 mins)

Evaluation and closing comments