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Events

Upcoming events.

We are currently developing out next programme of events, roundtables and discussions. If you would like to work with us on an event please contact us.

You can explore our recent events and subscribe to our mailing list below for updates to be the first to hear about upcoming events and publications.

Past events.

Back to Basics or Bold Reform: What Do Schools Really Need?

On 30 May 2026 the New Schools Network hosted a panel event at the Nevill Holt festival to discuss the future of school reform.

Featuring:

Baroness Morris, Co-Chair of Area based Education Partnerships Association and Secretary of State for Education (2001-2002),
Lord Gove, Editor of The Spectator and Secretary of State for Education (2010–2014),
Stephen Bush, columnist and Associate Editor at the Financial Times.
Meg Powell-Chandler (Chair), Director of New Schools Network

Alternative Provision and the Schools White Paper: What Next?

On 19 May 2026 the New Schools Network hosted a panel event to launch our Doing things differently: AP free schools in practice report.