Are you looking to attend a Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Conference in 2026?
You will find an aggregated list of conferences here that might fit your needs!
This list will be updated periodically as more conferences are announced.
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May 2026
Conference: The SEND Conference
Date: Thursday 7th May 2026
Location: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL
Organisers: Govnet x Nasen
Details: The SEND Conference, taking place on 7 May 2026 at ExCeL London, is part of the wider Schools & Academies Show and is designed to support professionals working in special educational needs and disabilities. SEND Conference With a CPD-accredited programme, it features expert speakers addressing themes such as inclusive curriculum design, evolving SEND practice and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The day also offers extensive networking opportunities and access to education suppliers, with the aim of helping attendees spark change, improve pupil outcomes and enhance their professional practice.
October 2026
Conference: The National Special educational needs and Disabilities (SEND) Conference 2026
Date: Tuesday 6th October 2026
Location: 15Hatfields, London
Organisers: IGPP
Details: The National Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Conference 2026, hosted by the Institute of Government & Public Policy, will bring together senior leaders, practitioners and policymakers in London on 6 October 2026 for a focused discussion on the future of SEND provision. Set against the ongoing rollout of the SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan, the conference will explore key challenges including rising demand, inconsistencies in provision, workforce pressures and multi-agency collaboration. With a strong emphasis on practical solutions, policy updates and system-wide improvement, the event offers a valuable platform for sharing best practice, strengthening inclusion and supporting effective implementation of the SEND Code of Practice across education, health and care.
