Delivering Tangible Solutions For Real-World Issues

MATPN MIDLANDS 2024 AGENDA

MATPN is a unique, two-day learning and networking event which brings together the most inspirational leaders and transformational suppliers in the MAT sector to share cutting-edge insight, knowledge and experience. Our agenda is carefully curated to address the most relevant and emerging challenges in the sector.

MATPN Midlands 2024
26 November - 27 November, EMCC, Nottingham

Day 1
Day 2

26 November 2024

8:00 am - 8:45 am

Main Room

Registration
8:45 am - 8:50 am

Main Room

Chair's opening remarks

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Welcome to the MATPN Midlands 2024!
8:50 am - 9:20 am

Main Room

Panel discussion - Building and developing a strong workforce

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Andy Brown OBE

Chief Executive Officer
Ad Astra Academy Trust

Steve Docking OBE

Chief Executive Officer
North West Academies Trust

Julian Axford

Director of School Improvement
Chiltern Learning Trust

This panel will explore the critical strategies for cultivating a high-performing workforce within a MAT.

Expert panellists will share insights on talent acquisition, development, retention, and wellbeing.

Discover innova...

This panel will explore the critical strategies for cultivating a high-performing workforce within a MAT.

Expert panellists will share insights on talent acquisition, development, retention, and wellbeing.

Discover innovative approaches to addressing workforce challenges and building a culture of excellence.
9:20 am - 9:40 am

Main Room

Headline Sponsor presentation - Google for Education
9:45 am - 10:25 am

Main Room

Dragons' Den - Speed presentations

Our signature ‘Dragons’ Den’ session provides each solution provider with an opportunity to deliver a short pitch, explaining why they are here and how their services can help tackle some of the sector’s ongoing challenges.
10:30 am - 11:45 am

Main Room

Coffee break and business meetings

15 minute meetings with suppliers who are offering solutions most relevant to your challenges. Please check the schedule on the back of your delegate pass for your meeting timings.
11:50 am - 12:10 pm

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation - BeReady
12:15 pm - 12:35 pm

Main Room

Developing a distinctive culture strategy

Guy Shears

Chief Executive Officer
Central Region Schools Trust

Discover how a unique culture strategy can transform school improvement. This presentation will explore how a focus on shared endeavour, high expectations, warmth, inclusivity, positivity, and kindness can drive exceptional outcomes in c...

Discover how a unique culture strategy can transform school improvement. This presentation will explore how a focus on shared endeavour, high expectations, warmth, inclusivity, positivity, and kindness can drive exceptional outcomes in challenging contexts.

Learn practical steps to establish and cultivate a positive culture across your MAT and unlock the potential for transformative change.
12:40 pm - 1:00 pm

Main Room

Gold Sponsor presentations

Interested in sponsoring MATPN?
1:00 pm - 1:40 pm

Main Room

Networking lunch

An opportunity to connect with your peers and suppliers to talk over the learnings from the event. Lunch is served buffet style and a range of options are available to cater for different dietary requirements.
1:45 pm - 2:15 pm

Main Room

Learning from great practices in specialist and alternative provision settings

Hannah Smart

Executive Headteacher
Transforming Futures Trust

Drawing on the experiences of colleagues within our outreach and professional networks, we’ll share a range of effective strategies to help you:

• Mitigate the feeling of overwhelm: Learn practical approaches to man...

Drawing on the experiences of colleagues within our outreach and professional networks, we’ll share a range of effective strategies to help you:

• Mitigate the feeling of overwhelm: Learn practical approaches to manage the increased pressure on financial, human, and time resources.

• Empower your team: Discover strategies to equip mainstream educators with the skills and confidence to support SEND students effectively.

• Embrace SEND as an opportunity: Shift the perspective on SEND to an integral part of meeting your local community’s needs.
2:15 pm - 2:35 pm

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation - eEnergy
2:40 pm - 3:25 pm

Main Room

Gold Sponsor presentation

Interested in sponsoring MATPN?
3:30 pm - 4:45 pm

Main Room

Coffee break and business meetings

15 minute meetings with suppliers who are offering solutions most relevant to your challenges. Please check the schedule on the back of your delegate pass for your meeting timings.
4:50 pm - 5:10 pm

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation
5:10 pm - 5:40 pm

Main Room

Panel discussion - The journey to outstanding standards

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Rachel Wilkes

Chief Executive Officer
Humber Education Trust

Gulcin Sesli

Co CEO
Spring Partnership Trust

Simon Spry

Chief Executive Officer
Learning Academies Trust

This panel will delve into the strategies and experiences of leaders who are on a journey to outstanding standards across their MAT.

Hear firsthand accounts of the challenges faced, lessons learned, and innovative approaches impl...

This panel will delve into the strategies and experiences of leaders who are on a journey to outstanding standards across their MAT.

Hear firsthand accounts of the challenges faced, lessons learned, and innovative approaches implemented.

Gain valuable insights into school improvement initiatives and discover practical steps to elevate your Trust’s performance.
5:40 pm - 6:05 pm

Main Room

Closing keynote - The importance of teaching

Nick Gibb

Former Minister of State for Schools

By focusing on a knowledge-rich curriculum and empowering teachers, we can unlock student potential. Accountability measures and league tables will be discussed in relation to their impact on teaching and learning.

This presentati...

By focusing on a knowledge-rich curriculum and empowering teachers, we can unlock student potential. Accountability measures and league tables will be discussed in relation to their impact on teaching and learning.

This presentation will explore the critical role of teachers in driving educational success. We’ll examine how reforms like academies and MATs have impacted the profession.
6:05 pm - 6:10 pm

Main Room

Chair's closing remarks
6:10 pm - 7:30 pm

Main Room

Hotel check-in / free time
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Main Room

Drinks reception & networking dinner

Sponsored by

Google for Education
12:15 pm - 12:35 pm

Breakout Room 1

Bridging the digital skills gap

This presentation will explore effective strategies to address the digital skills gap within MATs. Discover practical solutions to equip staff with the necessary digital competencies to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven educati...

This presentation will explore effective strategies to address the digital skills gap within MATs. Discover practical solutions to equip staff with the necessary digital competencies to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven educational landscape.

Learn how to foster a culture of digital innovation and empower your workforce to harness the power of technology for improved outcomes.
12:15 pm - 12:35 pm

Breakout Room 2

Teaching and beyond: building futures in education

Lorraine Hughes

Deputy CEO
Chiltern Learning Trust

This presentation will explore innovative approaches to developing the full potential of your workforce.

Discover strategies to attract, retain, and inspire employees at all levels. Learn how to create a culture of continuous lea...

This presentation will explore innovative approaches to developing the full potential of your workforce.

Discover strategies to attract, retain, and inspire employees at all levels. Learn how to create a culture of continuous learning and development, unlocking the talent within your MAT.
12:15 pm - 12:35 pm

Breakout Room 3

Managing staff costs without compromising quality

Nick Cross

Chief Executive Officer
King's Group Academies

This presentation will explore effective strategies for optimising staffing costs while maintaining high-quality education and services.

Discover practical approaches to balancing financial constraints with the need for a skilled...

This presentation will explore effective strategies for optimising staffing costs while maintaining high-quality education and services.

Discover practical approaches to balancing financial constraints with the need for a skilled workforce. Learn how to maximise efficiency, improve resource allocation, and ensure the ongoing success of your MAT.

27 November 2024

8:50 am - 8:55 am

Main Room

Chair's opening remarks

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Welcome to day 2 of the Multi-Academy Trust Partnership Network!
8:55 am - 9:15 am

Main Room

Opening keynote - The 1% mission

Action Jackson

Motivational Speaker

In this inspirational and powerful talk, discover how we can help young people unlock their potential and Dream Big.
9:15 am - 9:35 am

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation - Magma Math
9:35 am - 10:05 am

Main Room

How are we using AI to meet modern needs?

Dr Neelam Parmar

Chief Digital Officer
E-ACT

Greg Hughes

Trust Director of ICT and VP of Digital Strategy
The de Ferrers Academy

Discover how AI is being used to enhance teaching and learning, improve operational efficiency, and inform strategic decision-making.

Hear from leaders who are at the forefront of AI adoption and gain practical insights into its ...

Discover how AI is being used to enhance teaching and learning, improve operational efficiency, and inform strategic decision-making.

Hear from leaders who are at the forefront of AI adoption and gain practical insights into its potential benefits and challenges.
10:10 am - 10:30 am

Main Room

Wellbeing of leaders: is resilience a dirty word?

This presentation will challenge the traditional concept of resilience and explore the importance of holistic wellbeing for leaders in MATs.

Discover strategies to build supportive cultures, reduce burnout, and enhance leadership...

This presentation will challenge the traditional concept of resilience and explore the importance of holistic wellbeing for leaders in MATs.

Discover strategies to build supportive cultures, reduce burnout, and enhance leadership effectiveness. Learn how to prioritise self-care and create sustainable wellbeing practices.
10:35 am - 10:55 am

Main Room

Gold Sponsor presentations

Interested in sponsoring MATPN?
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Main Room

Coffee break and business meetings

15 minute meetings with suppliers who are offering solutions most relevant to your challenges. Please check the schedule on the back of your delegate pass for your meeting timings.
12:05 pm - 12:45 pm

Main Room

Ofsted’s update from the Big Listen

Lee Owston HMI

National Director of Education
Ofsted
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm

Main Room

Group discussion and commitments
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Main Room

Chair's closing remarks and networking lunch

Networking sessions – throughout the event we host a networking lunch as well as a dinner and drinks reception to give you ample opportunity to connect with your peers and suppliers over the learnings from the event. Lunch is serve...

Networking sessions – throughout the event we host a networking lunch as well as a dinner and drinks reception to give you ample opportunity to connect with your peers and suppliers over the learnings from the event. Lunch is served buffet style and a range of options are available to cater for different dietary requirements.
10:10 am - 10:30 am

Breakout Room 1

Using data analytics to improve attendance levels

Paul Plumridge

Deputy CEO and Strategic School Improvement Lead
Humber Education Trust

Phillip Painter

Strategic Safeguarding and Risk Management Lead
Humber Education Trust

This presentation will explore how MAT leaders can leverage data analytics to significantly improve attendance rates across their Trust.

We will examine practical strategies for collecting, analysing, and interpreting attendance ...

This presentation will explore how MAT leaders can leverage data analytics to significantly improve attendance rates across their Trust.

We will examine practical strategies for collecting, analysing, and interpreting attendance data to identify trends, patterns, and root causes of absence.
10:10 am - 10:30 am

Breakout Room 2

Creating a culture of accountability

Jonathan Smart

Deputy CEO
Exclesior Multi-Academy-trust

This presentation will explore strategies for fostering a strong culture of accountability within MATs. We will examine key components such as clear expectations, open communication, effective performance management, and leadership by ex...

This presentation will explore strategies for fostering a strong culture of accountability within MATs. We will examine key components such as clear expectations, open communication, effective performance management, and leadership by example.

Practical steps and real-world examples will be shared to inspire a culture where individuals and teams take ownership of their roles and contribute to overall success.
10:10 am - 10:30 am

Breakout Room 3

Unified and centralised Trust operations

Garret Fay

Chief Executive Officer
Insignis Academy Trust

This presentation will explore the benefits and challenges of implementing unified and centralised operations within a MAT.

We will discuss strategies for streamlining processes, sharing resources, and ensuring consistency across...

This presentation will explore the benefits and challenges of implementing unified and centralised operations within a MAT.

We will discuss strategies for streamlining processes, sharing resources, and ensuring consistency across schools.

The presentation will also cover key considerations for effective leadership, communication, and collaboration to achieve operational excellence.

Day 1
Day 2

Delivering Tangible Solutions For Real-World Issues

MATPN MIDLANDS 2024 AGENDA

Delivering Tangible Solutions For Real-World Issues

MATPN MIDLANDS 2024 AGENDA

MATPN Midlands 202426 November - 27 November, EMCC, Nottingham

26 November 2024

8:00 am - 8:45 am

Main Room

Registration

8:45 am - 8:50 am

Main Room

Chair's opening remarks

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer Shaw Education Trust

8:50 am - 9:20 am

Main Room

Panel discussion - Building and developing a strong workforce

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer Shaw Education Trust

Andy Brown OBE

Chief Executive Officer Ad Astra Academy Trust

Steve Docking OBE

Chief Executive Officer North West Academies Trust

Julian Axford

Director of School Improvement Chiltern Learning Trust

9:20 am - 9:40 am

Main Room

Headline Sponsor presentation - Google for Education

9:45 am - 10:25 am

Main Room

Dragons' Den - Speed presentations

10:30 am - 11:45 am

Main Room

Coffee break and business meetings

11:50 am - 12:10 pm

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation - BeReady

12:15 pm - 12:35 pm

Main Room

Developing a distinctive culture strategy

Guy Shears

Chief Executive Officer Central Region Schools Trust

12:40 pm - 1:00 pm

Main Room

Gold Sponsor presentations

1:00 pm - 1:40 pm

Main Room

Networking lunch

1:45 pm - 2:15 pm

Main Room

Learning from great practices in specialist and alternative provision settings

Hannah Smart

Executive Headteacher Transforming Futures Trust

2:15 pm - 2:35 pm

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation - eEnergy

2:40 pm - 3:25 pm

Main Room

Gold Sponsor presentation

3:30 pm - 4:45 pm

Main Room

Coffee break and business meetings

4:50 pm - 5:10 pm

Main Room

Platinum Sponsor presentation

5:10 pm - 5:40 pm

Main Room

Panel discussion - The journey to outstanding standards

Jo Heard-Jones

Chief Executive Officer Shaw Education Trust

Rachel Wilkes

Chief Executive Officer Humber Education Trust

Gulcin Sesli

Co CEO Spring Partnership Trust

Simon Spry

Chief Executive Officer Learning Academies Trust

5:40 pm - 6:05 pm

Main Room

Closing keynote - The importance of teaching

Nick Gibb

Former Minister of State for Schools

6:05 pm - 6:10 pm

MATPN Midlands 2024
26 November - 27 November, EMCC, Nottingham

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Chief Executive Officer
Ad Astra Academy Trust

Chief Executive Officer
North West Academies Trust

Director of School Improvement
Chiltern Learning Trust

Chief Executive Officer
Central Region Schools Trust

Executive Headteacher
Transforming Futures Trust

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Chief Executive Officer
Humber Education Trust

Co CEO
Spring Partnership Trust

Chief Executive Officer
Learning Academies Trust

Deputy CEO
Chiltern Learning Trust

Chief Executive Officer
King's Group Academies

Chief Executive Officer
Shaw Education Trust

Chief Digital Officer
E-ACT

Trust Director of ICT and VP of Digital Strategy
The de Ferrers Academy

National Director of Education
Ofsted

Deputy CEO and Strategic School Improvement Lead
Humber Education Trust