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First Steps, Giant Leaps

First Steps, Giant Leaps: REMAT Annual Conference 2026

How Foundational Knowledge Shapes Futures

Rainbow Education Multi-Academy Trust is delighted to invite educators, school leaders, and practitioners to our highly anticipated annual conference this June.

At REMAT, we believe that a child’s long-term academic and personal success is rooted in the quality of their earliest educational experiences. This year’s theme, "First Steps, Giant Leaps," explores how we can strengthen those vital foundations to ensure every pupil has the springboard they need to achieve their full potential.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, 12th June

  • Time: 09:30 – 15:30

  • Location: Partnership for Learning Charity, Speke, Liverpool, L24 9PZ

  • Cost: £75 (Full lunch provided)

     Book Your Place Here

Why Attend?

This conference moves beyond theory, offering a day of collaborative professional development and networking. You will have the opportunity to gain insights from two highly respected figures in the education sector:

  • Victoria Burnside: A former headteacher and current His Majesty’s Senior Inspector. Victoria brings deep expertise in school improvement with a dedicated focus on SEND and supporting disadvantaged pupils.

  • Kelly Butler: An experienced former headteacher and Ofsted Inspector. As an ILM-accredited Executive Coach, Kelly specialises in Early Years excellence and nationwide school improvement.

Together, they will help delegates navigate the complexities of the modern curriculum while keeping the focus on high-impact foundational teaching.

Practical, Classroom-Ready Workshops

Our afternoon sessions are designed to provide actionable strategies across the most essential pillars of early development. Delegates can choose from focused workshops including:

  • Early Reading and Early Writing: Examining the mechanics of literacy and fostering a love for communication.

  • Oracy / Communication and Language: Focusing on the power of voice and verbal confidence.

  • Early Maths / PedTech: Exploring the intersection of mathematical foundations and effective pedagogical technology.

Collaborative Innovation

We are proud to be supported by our industry-leading sponsors: Third Space Learning, Century, Tapestry, Showbie, and DoodleLearning. Their shared commitment to innovation ensures that our delegates stay at the forefront of educational best practices.

Secure Your Place

Join us for a day of inspiration and practical growth. As we continue to champion excellence across our schools, this event stands as a cornerstone in our mission to ensure that every child's first steps in education lead to truly giant leaps in their future.

Tickets are limited. To secure your attendance, please book via our booking link