Day Two Conference Programme

Review of yesterday’s highlights and a preview of today’s content + general education observations.

Speech on the James Review - outlinging the key findings, the consultation process that followed and the effects it has had on Government Policy.

Top level project architects discuss innovative design for education spaces – what is the future for architects that want to innovate in the education sector?

Speech on sport and use of exercise/activity as a learning aid in schools.

The contractor’s perspective – deal with the challenges of chopping several hundred £s/m² off of school budget with reps from BAM, Skanska, Graham.

A look at the latest examples of outstanding refurb projects happening in schools.

Spotlight on academies and the unique challenges faced by church schools.

How can a low carbon ethos be maintained and improved during the age of value engineering. Plus Q&A.

Here we take a look at how existing buildings can be adopted to modern low-emissions standards.

An overview of the biggest education project out to tender for two years.

We take a look at the increasing importance of developers/asset managers in the school estate thanks to LABVs and their key role in enabling free schools projects.

Teaching perspective – senior rep from a major teaching union delivers findings of study carried out amongst members into the effects of cancellation of BSF.

Special focus on this new and unique type of school. Exploration of the distinctive nature of this new learning environment.