Association of Education Advisers

Briefing Session: IQSEA June 2026
2026-06-25 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Microsoft Teams
Interested in enhancing the quality of education advice? Learn more about the benefits of our International Quality Standard for Education Advisers.
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The Association of Education Advisers (AoEA) has been established to help ensure quality and consistency in the advice given by school and college improvement advisers working in the education system.
These colleagues play a critical role and are increasingly deployed to provide specialist advice in the areas of educational improvement, governance, change management, finance and people development. Significant numbers of education leaders now work for national, international and local government,
individual schools, academies and colleges and other educational settings. The need for quality and consistency of advice is a very important concern. While government departments make their own judgements about the strengths and weaknesses of individual schools, it is essential that schools and colleges are confident their self-evaluation is sound and will withstand scrutiny by regulatory bodies.
The diverse education systems across the UK and overseas comprise a wide range of education leaders with different titles, who work to a variety of guidelines and standards and adopt differing approaches to the various requirements and priorities of providers. The system requires better quality and greater consistency and reliability in the advice received.
In the past, the accreditation of education advisers has tended to concentrate on data analysis and the key aspects of school and college improvement, as identified by government. The education context has significantly changed and requires a broader focus on corporate governance, establishing and developing educational organisations and quality management systems. The AoEA has developed an accreditation process based on clearly defined competence criteria which will allow people intending to provide advice to schools and colleges to demonstrate that they meet rigorous standards.
To learn more please join us for one of our briefing sessions about our quality standard and benefits for becoming a member.
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Briefing Session: IQSEA July 2026
2026-07-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Microsoft Teams

Briefing Session: IQSEA September 2026
2026-09-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

LA School Improvement Network Meeting
2026-09-18 11:30 - 12:30 | Microsoft Teams
We are developing a Local Authority School Improvement Network that brings together colleagues from across LA education services.
If you are in an LA role, whether that involves strategic leadership, governance, curriculum and pedagogy development or teaching and learning and inclusive education in any age range or phase, we would welcome your involvement.
Online meeting: 18 September, 11:30–12:30
Please get in touch or share with colleagues who may be interested.

EduKIT: Education Keeping in Touch Meeting
2026-09-22 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2027-01-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2027-02-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2027-03-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2027-04-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2027-05-18 16:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | Online
A speaker and topic is yet to be confirmed for this EduKIT. Keep an eye on our social media for announcements!
The AoEA Keeping in Touch meeting is a way for members to listen to guest speakers, share knowledge, best practice and have a forum where you can discuss with your peers any areas of concern or support you require.
Registration:
RSVP via the AoEA Hub – CLICK HERE TO RSVP
Our members will automatically receive calendar invites to each EduKIT event. If you are not a member of the AoEA, get in touch with us at info@aoea.co.uk to learn more about EduKITs and becoming a member of the AoEA.

Briefing Session: IQSEA October 2026
2026-10-15 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

LA School Improvement Network Meeting
2026-11-19 14:30 - 16:00 | NEC Birmingham, Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
We are developing a Local Authority School Improvement Network that brings together colleagues from across LA education services.
If you are in an LA role, whether that involves strategic leadership, governance, curriculum and pedagogy development or teaching and learning and inclusive education in any age range or phase, we would welcome your involvement.
Face-to-Face at the Schools and Academies Show: 19 November, 14:30–16:00
Please get in touch or share with colleagues who may be interested.

Briefing Session: IQSEA November 2026
2026-11-26 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

North East Network Conference
2027-01-14 09:00 - 15:30 | The Common Room, Neville Hall, Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1SE
For senior leaders in the North East, showcasing school improvement practice and facilitating conversations with peers.
THIS EVENT IS FOR COLLEAGUES IN THE NORTH EAST MAYORAL STRATEGIC AUTHORITY AREA ONLY
The conference will bring together leaders and partners from across the North East to:

respond to shared regional priorities;
strengthen collaboration and partnerships;
showcase quality-assured practice and lived experience;
move from discussion to practical action;
create a shared sense of purpose across the region

Delegates will leave with:

practical strategies that can be implemented immediately;
stronger relationships and partnerships;
increased awareness of expertise across the region;
examples of effective and quality-assured practice;
renewed hope and shared purpose

Briefing Session: IQSEA January 2027
2027-01-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

Briefing Session: IQSEA March 2027
2027-03-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

Briefing Session: IQSEA April 2027
2027-04-15 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

Tenth Annual Connecting Educators Summit
2027-04-29 - 2027-04-30 | The Civic Centre, Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8QH
29–30 April 2027 | The Civic Centre, Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne
Click here to book via AoEA Hub
The AoEA is delighted to announce the Tenth Connecting Educators Conference, taking place on 29–30 April 2027 at The Civic Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne.
Our tenth annual conference will bring together education advisers, leaders and practitioners to connect, share learning and explore effective approaches to school and system improvement.
The two-day programme will include keynote sessions, Associate-led practice sessions, professional discussion and networking. The conference will begin on Thursday afternoon, followed by an evening reception and informal buffet, before continuing with the main conference programme on Friday.
2027 Two-Day Conference Ticket:

AoEA members: £200
Non-members: £240

The ticket includes access to both days of the conference, Thursday evening reception and buffet, Friday refreshments and lunch, and the full conference programme.
To book your place, please visit the AoEA Hub.
Click here to book via AoEA Hub

Briefing Session: IQSEA May 2027
2027-05-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams

Briefing Session: IQSEA June 2027
2027-06-24 16:30 - 17:30 | Microsoft Teams
