With early bird rates ending on 31 May, the summit invites educators to immerse themselves in two transformative days of fresh thinking, practical strategies, and meaningful connections.
The highly anticipated National Education Summit is back for 2025, taking place in Brisbane on 31 July – 1 August and Melbourne on 28 – 29 August.
Designed for passionate and forward-thinking educators, the summit offers a dynamic platform to explore the latest in educational practice, leadership, and innovation.
Line-up of conferences
Attendees can tailor their experience by choosing from a selection of conferences that reflect key priorities in education today:
AI in the Classroom
Explore the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in education.
Brisbane highlights:
- Beyond one-size-fits-all: AI-augmented learning
- Enhancing learning with personalised AI chatbots
Melbourne highlights:
- Educators’ perspectives on AI in schools
- AI: effect on education and our future workforce
Wellbeing for future-focused schools
Support and strengthen teacher and student wellbeing.
Brisbane highlights:
- Strategic approaches to enhancing teacher wellbeing and retention
- Enhancing school wellbeing through better conflict management
Melbourne highlights:
- Strengthening connections to promote student attendance
- Mindset and organisational strategies for teachers and students
Capacity building school libraries conference
Elevate the role of the modern school library in future-ready education.
Brisbane highlights:
- School library professionals as leaders
- Embedding VR into school libraries
Melbourne highlights:
- A comprehensive approach to research and study skills
- Deep learning framework and AI integration for future-ready classrooms
Diverse learners symposium
Support the needs of all learners to create more inclusive and responsive classrooms.
Brisbane highlights:
- Thrive versus survive: neurodivergent students and the human perspective
- Literacy instruction for struggling readers
Melbourne highlights:
- Classroom habits: intentional routines that serve both students and teachers
- Supporting behaviour and socio-emotional wellbeing of students with ASD
New in Melbourne: Research to Reality for Aspiring Leaders
This full-day workshop stream, facilitated by Dr Chris Payard and Julie Murkins from ACER, supports emerging and current school leaders by translating evidence-informed practices into real-world leadership strategies.
Beyond the conference: A full summit experience
The National Education Summit offers a range of engaging experiences designed to inspire and connect attendees:
- Free education expo
Discover a showcase of educational resources, innovative technologies, and practical tools designed to support and enhance teaching and learning across all school levels. - Free expert-led programs
Gain valuable insights in the Knowledge Centre and Classroom of the Future (Melbourne Only), where thought leaders will present on current trends, classroom strategies, and emerging challenges in education. - Interactive demonstrations and product trials
Explore hands-on displays, trial the latest tools, and gather fresh ideas to bring back to your school community. - Invaluable networking opportunities
Connect with fellow educators, school leaders, and industry experts to share experiences, build professional relationships, and spark future collaborations. - Melbourne’s chill zone
Take time out to recharge in a tranquil space designed to promote mindfulness and relaxation, offering a calming escape from the busy conference floor. - Social snap – Melbourne exclusive
Step in front of the lens for a complimentary professional portrait or fun team photo, captured by an on-site photographer.
Educators are encouraged to take advantage of early bird rates, which are ending 31 May, and register now to secure their place at one of Australia’s leading professional learning events.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nationaleducationsummit.com.au/
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