Schools & Academies Show Birmingham 2026
Join CEOE at the NEC Birmingham this November
The Centre for Education Operational Excellence (CEOE) is delighted to be an official partner of the Schools & Academies Show Birmingham 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 18–19 November 2026.
The Schools & Academies Show brings together education leaders, sector experts and trusted suppliers for two days of practical insight, professional development and networking.
The event is free to attend for schools, and ISBL and CEOE members can register their place using the form below.
Why attend?
By attending the Schools & Academies Show, you will have the opportunity to:
Access expert-led CPD sessions covering finance, procurement, estates, HR, compliance, sustainability and operational leadership.
Discover practical solutions and trusted suppliers that can help improve efficiency and deliver value for money.
Gain insight into managing budgets effectively within an increasingly challenging financial environment.
Stay informed about changing regulations, policy developments and compliance requirements.
Learn from sector experts and peers who are tackling similar operational and strategic challenges.
Explore innovative approaches to streamlining processes and strengthening organisational resilience.
Network with fellow education and school business professionals and share best practice.
Whether your focus is financial sustainability, operational excellence, workforce challenges, procurement, compliance or long-term strategic planning, the Schools & Academies Show provides practical guidance and actionable insights that can support your work.
Meet the CEOE team
The CEOE team will be exhibiting on Stand F34 throughout both days of the event.
Come and meet the team to find out more about our work, the Operational Excellence for Education™ Framework, professional development opportunities and how CEOE supports schools and trusts to strengthen leadership, people, systems and organisational performance.
CEOE at the Business & Finance Stage
On Day 2, CEOE will also be hosting a session on the Business & Finance Stage, exploring Operational Excellence in education.
The session will consider:
The theoretical foundations and operational imperative for implementing an Operational Excellence framework within education settings.
The organisational climate, culture and structures that support effective implementation.
Why mindset matters when developing high-performing school and trust operations.
Register your free place
Places are free for schools and education professionals.
Complete the registration form below to secure your place and join us at the Schools & Academies Show Birmingham 2026.
Dates: 18–19 November 2026
Venue: NEC Birmingham
CEOE Stand: F34