BPET Conference 2026

On Monday 2 November, 200 staff from all 12 BPET schools gathered at the Hilton Paddington for a dedicated day of professional growth, shared expertise, collaboration and learning. All attendees had the opportunity to take part in workshops exploring a wide range of topics, gaining new insights, and sharing best practices in education.

Director of Education Alison Colenso set the tone with an inspiring keynote focused around the conference’s overarching theme "Strong Foundations, Strong Partnerships." She highlighted how establishing solid academic and social groundwork enables staff to nurture resilient, well-rounded, and motivated learners who are thoroughly equipped for their future academic journeys.

Following the opening keynote, attendees engaged in targeted workshops exploring classroom topics such as ed tech, show to strengthen parent-teacher relationships for better outcomes, or how to remove barriers to learning.

The conference concluded with schools discussing and reflecting on their key takeaways from the day, and planning ways to implement these in classrooms. This provided an opportunity for open dialogue and peer learning, strengthening the sense of community and shared purpose among all staff.

Reflecting on the impact of the day, Alison Colenso said: "When we build strong academic and social foundations early in a child's development, we create a nurturing environment where every pupil thrives. Partnerships among our teachers, between our schools, and with parents and local communities are at the heart of this. By working collaboratively, we ensure our pupils are not only supported today, but fully prepared for the next steps in their education and beyond."

Our gratitude goes out to all speakers, guests and staff for bringing their energy, passion, and valuable contributions throughout the day.

Watch the video of the day here!