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ICT for Education’s regional conference programme visits the AJ Bell Stadium

Regional IT Conferences for Education Professionals

ICT for Education’s regional conference programme visits Salford on Thursday 10th October 2024 and will be held at the AJ BELL STADIUM. The conference runs from 7.30 am to 12.40 pm.  Attendance is FREE for all delegates.

Drawing on both regional and national ICT expertise, we have sourced a great line-up of speakers who will address ICT challenges faced by both teachers and schools.  Alongside the conference, we will be hosting a vendor exhibition – showcasing solutions to meet your ICT needs. Meet the experts, network with peers, solve practical problems and discover new resources in just one short day – FREE OF CHARGE!

Pick up your conference badge(s) from Reception on the day.  If you would like to bring colleagues, please ensure they register. We look forward to meeting you!

 

Conference Brochure (PDF)

 

 

Schedule of the day

Exhibitors are welcome to attend any conference sessions.          

07:30 – 08:30 Registration and Exhibition Opens, Networking over coffee and pastries.

08:30 – 8:35: Introduction to the Conference: Dale Howarth – ICT for Education.

08:35 – 08:40: Welcome from the Conference Chairman – Tig Williams.

08:40 – 09:00: Keynote 1: Paul Howarth – NCCE Computing Hub Lead for Greater Manchester.

09:00 – 09:40: ICT Reviews Live!
An independent product review session that will put products to the test and give you real insight into their capabilities. Watch the reviews, comment on product content, consider underlying technologies, discuss ease of use and share your opinions on how you would like suppliers to develop products and services to meet the needs of teachers and schools.

09:40 – 10:25: Coffee and visit the Exhibition.

10:25 – 10:45: Keynote 2: Tig Williams – University Lecturer.

10:45 – 11:00: Rob Throup, ASUS – End User Account Manager

11:00 – 11.30: Coffee and visit the Exhibition.

11:30 – 11:50: Keynote 3: Prof. Miles Berry – Professor of Computing at the University of Roehampton.

11:50 – 12:10: Keynote 4: Hollie Bowker – Greater Manchester Police – Cyber Protect and Prevent Officer.

12:10 – 12:30: Keynote 5: Dave Leonard – Strategic Director of IT at Watergrove Trust.

12:30 – 12:40: Closing Comments

 

* Session timings, speakers, and speaker order subject to alteration

NCCE Computing Hub Lead for Greater Manchester.
ASUS – End User Account Manager
Professor of Computing Education, University of Roehampton
Greater Manchester Police – Cyber Protect and Prevent Officer
Strategic IT Director at Watergrove Trust

By road

The stadium is located at Barton close to Junction 11 of the M60 on the A57 Liverpool Road.

Address

AJ BELL STADIUM
1 Stadium Way
Barton-upon-Irwell
Salford
M30 7EY – Use postcode M30 7LJ for Sat Navs.

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By public transport

Buses from Manchester city centre and Eccles
Number 67 to Liverpool Road, Irlam (runs every 12 mins peak and between every 15-30 mins off peak). The stadium is a two minute walk to the stadium from this stop.

Buses from the Trafford Centre (many services connect here from across the region)
Number 100 to Liverpool Road, Irlam. (runs every 12 mins peak and between every 15-30 mins off peak). The stadium is a two minute walk to the stadium from this stop.

Information on all public transport can be found at www.tfgm.com or by calling Traveline on 0871 200 22 33.

Trams
The nearest Metrolink tram stop is Eccles. From here the stadium is approximately 40 minutes’ walk or take the number 67 bus along Liverpool Road (as above).

Train
The nearest train stations are Irlam and Patricroft. From both stations, walk to Liverpool Road and take the number 67 bus (as above).

Accommodation

Travelodge Manchester Central
Blackfriars Street, Manchester,
M3 5AL, United Kingdom
Sat nav postcode: M3 5AL
Tel: 08719 846159

Travelodge Website: https://www.travelodge.co.uk/uk/manchester/index.html

Looking for affordable accommodation nearby? Travelodge has some fantastic budget-friendly hotels around Salford. Click here for more information.

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