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Agenda

Date: Thursday, 6 November 2025

Times: 8:30 - 5:30

Venue: Marriott Resort Palm, Jumeirah, Dubai

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08:30

Kick off the day by connecting with fellow attendees using our AI-powered matching tool. Enjoy refreshments as our team facilitates introductions.

08:30 - 09:15

Be part of the Outstanding Schools pre-event peer group. Join our WhatsApp space to share resources, questions, and connect with fellow attendees ahead of the event.

09:15

Choose one of four themed tracks led by sector experts and international school leaders.

Track A: Digital Transformation & AI
Track B: School Operations & Business
Track C: Leadership & Professional Development
Track D: Teaching & Learning (Pedagogy)

09:15 - 11:00

Digital Transformation & AI

Host: Dr Neelam Parmar (AISL Harrow Schools)

Case studies, peer exchange, and a panel exploring how AI and EdTech are driving transformation in schools while ensuring ethics and integrity.

School Operations & Business

Host: Stephen Morales (ISBL)

Session Leader: Dr Farah Sarraj (Al Futtaim Education Foundation)

Financial resilience, business model innovation, and ESG in school operations. Includes peer exchange and a future-focused panel.

Leadership & Professional Development

Confirmed Panelist: Dr Catherine O’Farrell (GEMS)

Exploring leadership, retention, compliance, and professional development. Includes a high-impact leadership panel.

Teaching & Learning (Pedagogy)

Speakers: Alan Smith (Jebel Ali School), Michelle Sakande (Arbor School), Tomas Duckling (Dubai College)

Rethinking pedagogy, wellbeing, and curriculum relevance. Features real classroom innovation stories and student voice.

11:15

The World’s Boldest AI Education

A visionary keynote exploring how global schools are leading in AI adoption—transforming teaching, leadership, and student outcomes.

11:15 - 12:00

Explore emerging edtech, leadership tools, and visionary projects reshaping education across the region.

11:15 - 12:00

12:00

Enjoy a relaxed lunch with peers from across the region.

12:00 - 13:15

Intimate, curated table conversations hosted by experts in:

  • AI & EdTech
  • The Business of International Schools
  • Female Leadership
  • Sustainability & Wellbeing
  • Leadership & Professional Development

12:00 - 13:15

13:15

Digital Transformation & AI

Dr Neelam Parmar (AISL Harrow Schools)

Case study + masterclass + AI tools exploration session.

School Operations & Business

Dr Farah Sarraj

ESG masterclass, financial innovation peer exchange, and operational strategy session.

Leadership & Professional Development

Focus on professional development strategy, leadership pipelines, and talent retention workshop.

Teaching & Learning (Pedagogy)

Philippa Wraithmell, Dr Catherine O’Farrell, Tomas Duckling

Deep dives into digital wellbeing, pedagogy for future-ready learners, and inclusive student experiences.

Invite-only leadership sessions (20 max):

  • AI in Action
  • Financial Resilience
  • Talent & Leadership
  • Student Experience 

 

15:45

A powerful moment of inspiration focused on collective leadership, collaboration across borders, and the shared mission of international schools.

15:45 - 16:15

  • Building trust between educators and leadership
  • Fostering resilient school cultures
  • Turning shared challenges into collective wins

16:15

A brief wrap-up reflecting on the day's key themes and announcing next steps for community engagement.

16:15 - 16:30

Recognition of our speakers, sponsors, and community partners — including ISC Research, ISBL, and GEMS Education.

16:15 - 16:30

16:30 - 17:30

Community Networking Drinks – Sponsored by GEMS Education

Unwind and connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and partners in a relaxed, informal setting.

16:30 - 17:30

Held at the venue’s waterfront terrace lounge.

16:30 - 17:30

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Exclusive Pre-Event Gathering for Senior Leaders

Evening of Wednesday 5th November – Join an invite-only private dinner the evening before the main event. Choose from curated dinner tables hosted around key leadership themes:

  • AI & EdTech in Education

  • The Business of International Schools

  • Female Leadership

  • Sustainability & Wellbeing

  • Leadership & Professional Development

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Venue & Hotel Booking

Location: Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Event Date: Thursday 6th November 2025

  • Palm Deluxe Single: AED 1420 per night

  • Palm Deluxe Double: AED 1520 per night

Limited rooms reserved, please book early.

Discounted Room Booking
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