Artificial intelligence (AI) in education

Understanding the principles and potential of using AI in your trust’s schools

This masterclass will develop your understanding of AI and it’s emerging role in education within the classroom, shared services and trust governance.

We’ll look at how AI can transform education operations, whilst examining the opportunities and threats it presents. Looking at real-life examples of successful implementation in school trusts, the course will equip you to facilitate conversations around what AI means for your trust and guide you in your strategic planning for integrating AI into in operations and educational models.

Who is it for? 

  • Chief executives
  • Chief operating officers
  • Executive leaders

What you will gain

This course will give you:

  • A comprehensive understanding of AI fundamentals and trends
  • Insight into AI's role and impact in education
  • An understanding of the strategic application of AI in educational leadership
  • Tangible examples of emerging practice across the trust sector, and guidance on how to start your trust’s strategic planning

Meet your seminar leader

Jonny Wathen, Chief Information Officer, TransforMATive 

Guest contributors

James Browning, Chief Operating Officer, Lift Schools

Ash Mudaliar, Director of IT, Creative Education Trust

Paul Butler, Director of School Improvement, Exceed Academies Trust

What previous participants have said

"Mind-blowingly brilliant!” - Sam Elms, Active Learning Trust

"Really thought provoking and insightful course.”

"A great course. Very timely.”

"A great course and would fully recommend if you’re starting your AI in schools journey.”

Course overview

This three-part series gives you an overview of the core principles of AI, including its basic workings and common misconceptions. It will identify and discuss emerging trends, taking common threats including ethical dilemmas and security concerns into consideration. Our experienced course leader and guest speakers will explain how these challenges can be addressed in the development and implementation of strategic plans for integrating AI into education operations, drawing on real case studies and focusing on responsible and effective use.

Seminar content

Seminar one: Understanding the core of AI

  • The basic principles and workings of AI, demystifying common misconceptions 
  • Examples of AI in education, emphasising its impact and relevance 
  • The latest trends in AI development and their potential influence on the future of technology and education

Seminar two: Envisioning the future of AI in education

  • The transformative potential of AI in education and beyond 
  • The opportunities and threats AI presents, including ethical dilemmas and security risks 
  • Strategies for integrating AI in educational environments responsibly and effectively

Seminar three: Exploring AI use cases with trust leaders

  •  Examples of AI being successfully implemented in school trusts, with case studies shared by two trust leaders
  • Specific challenges faced by school trusts and how AI solutions can address these issues
  • How to develop strategic plans for integrating AI into your operations and educational models

Dates, fees and booking

Online

13, 20 and 27 November 2025, 14:00-15:30 

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21 and 28 April, 6 May 2025, 10:00-11:30 

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Fees

CST Members £270+VAT / Non-members £330+VAT

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