The National SEND & Inclusion Conference 2026
The National SEND & Inclusion Conference brings together voices from across the education landscape, including SENDCOs, inclusion leads, Headteachers, CEOs and representatives from Local Authorities, charities and social enterprise. Whatever your role in working with young people with additional needs, your voice is welcomed.
IN MARCH 2026 JOIN US FOR:
- A keynote programme from leading voices within the SEND sector and from peer-reviewed experts
- 18 workshops on a range of topical and live issues, led by teacher, leaders and SEND commentators, including
- 'Voices From' - workshops led by schools, discussing the impact of their inclusive practice
- Networking opportunities and discussion
- SEND & Inclusion Marketplace, featuring the latest products and reading supporting the sector
- Lunch and Refreshments
2026 Speakers to be confirmed.
Last Year's Speakers Included:
- Sir Martyn Oliver His Majesty's Chief Inspector, Ofsted
- Mark Vickers MBE, CEO, Olive Academies Trust and Chair of the MAT CEO National Network for AP and SEND
- Frances Akinde, SENCO, Former Headteacher, Local Authority SEND Inspector and Author
- Ginny Bootman, SENDCo, Advocate and Author
- Cath Kitchen OBE, Chair of the National Association for Hospital Education
and many more
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