This one day in-person conference combines the experience of established headteachers, the latest policy thinking, and practical tips to help you make a successful transition to headship.

Set in the context of the first 100 days of headship and beyond, the conference will help you establish a firm platform for balancing the creation and delivery of your vision for your school with the everyday challenges and demands of your new role.

The programme features a mix of keynotes and roundtable discussions with serving school leaders on key issues, enabling you to create a toolkit of advice and ongoing support as you start your new role.

Keynote speaker, Catherine McKinnell MP, Minister for Schools, has also kindly agreed to take questions from delegates in a Q&A session. Questions should be submitted in advance - delegates will be advised of the process in their joining instructions for the event.

This conference is suitable for colleagues taking on their first headship or head of school position from September 2025, and those who started their first headship in the last 6 to 12 months in either primary or secondary. The conference will also be very helpful for colleagues taking on an acting/interim headteacher role or planning to move into Headship in the near future.