General 2026 speaker

Maria is an accomplished leader in education with over 17 years of senior leadership experience, specialising in supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Maria spearheaded a transformative restraint reduction programme. This initiative was rooted in…

Rowena Hicks has over 30 years of experience in education, supporting staff and students to recognise their strengths, believe in their value, and thrive. Beginning her career as a primary class teacher in Brixton, London with one of the most…

Ruth has over 30 years experience in secondary education, including over 10 years in senior leadership. She has experience in working in Kent schools as a subject lead, pastoral lead, school leader, SENCO and more recently as a senior leader…