Celebrating Innovation in Education: Wakefield’s School Leaders Conference

We’re still buzzing from the incredible School Leaders Conference hosted by Wakefield Education Services. A huge thank you to the brilliant Wakefield team for the kind invitation and warm welcome—it was a privilege to be part of such an inspiring and energising event.

The day brought together passionate educators, thought leaders, and change-makers all exploring the role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping the future of teaching and learning. From big-picture strategy to practical implementation, every session offered powerful insights and sparked rich conversations.

It was especially meaningful to work alongside our trusted TransforMATive Associate, the amazing Emma Darcy, whose keynote on AI in education struck the perfect balance between vision, pragmatism, and challenge. Her session left delegates feeling empowered and equipped to take their next steps.

A special shoutout goes to Pepe DiIasio for his Friday afternoon keynote—thought-provoking, energising, and a perfect way to close the conference on a high. His reflections reminded us of the importance of leadership, curiosity, and courage in times of change.

At TransforMATive, we know that navigating digital transformation in education—especially during financially and structurally challenging times—can be daunting. But events like this remind us that innovation thrives in community. When system leaders come together with openness, ambition, and shared purpose, great things happen.

If your organisation is exploring how to harness AI, build digital confidence, or develop a strategic transformation plan, we’d love to connect and support your journey.

Let’s keep the momentum going.