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Conference Programme

Learning Environments Northern Irealnd

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We are pleased to announce the full conference programme for this year’s Learning Environments Northern Ireland. Designed to spark meaningful dialogue and practical insight, the agenda brings together a diverse range of sessions that reflect the evolving priorities in the design and delivery of learning environments in Northern Ireland.

 

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08:30
  1. Registration & Networking
    Olympic Suite
    60 mins
09:30
  1. Titanic Suite
    45 mins
    The Minister will deliver a keynote on the work the Department is currently doing and the plans for the future
10:15
  1. Conference Break & Networking
    Olympic Suite
    60 mins
11:15
  1. Titanic Suite
    60 mins
    Leading clients, alongside their project teams, will share their experiences and insights from delivering innovative Special Education Needs (SEN) projects. They will explore the challenges and opportunities involved in designing inclusive, supportive learning environments that meet the diverse needs of learners.
  2. Bridge Suite
    60 mins
    Adaptive and flexible design is transforming the way we create learning environments - as the needs of education cohorts evolve, schools must be designed to respond. This session will highlight how thoughtful, adaptable design can deliver environments that are resilient, inclusive, and ready for change whilst looking at new constuction in Northern Ireland
12:15
  1. Lunch & Networking
    Olympic Suite
    60 mins
13:15
  1. Titanic Suite
    60 mins
    In this quick-fire session, speakers share practical ideas for transforming school grounds into climate-smart, biodiverse, and inspiring learning spaces. From QMU’s evidence on fostering real nature connection, to Learning through Landscapes’ hands-on climate action tips, to erz’s creative design solutions for biodiversity and play, and HLM’s lessons from four sustainable schools in Ireland, this session is packed with rapid insights to inspire action.
  2. Bridge Suite
    60 mins

    This session will showcase the Shared Education Campuses in Northern Ireland, including the largest project in construction, Strule Shared Education Campus and the recently built Ballycastle Shared Education Campus.

    Chairperson
14:15
  1. Conference Break & Networking
    Olympic Suite
    60 mins
15:15
  1. Titanic Suite
    60 mins
    A look at how recent school builds and current projects can evolve using the latest construction methods especially with ambitious targets being set around net zero commitments and the capital cost of decarbonisation interventions being unaffordable.
  2. Bridge Suite
    60 mins
    This session explores how thoughtful, tailored design can create learning environments that foster well-being, inclusion, and life readiness, offering practical strategies and inspiring examples of how school and college spaces can play a pivotal role in supporting both well-being and successful transitions to adulthood.
16:15
  1. Delegates move to final session
    5 mins
16:20
  1. Bridge Suite
    50 mins
    A panel session to look at the challenges and opportunities across the five jurisdictions.
17:10
  1. Event Close
    0 mins
18:30
  1. Titanic Hotel Belfast
    240 mins

    In partnership with the Department of Education, the Gala Dinner will be a prestigious night where the education sector will come together, and it will be an excellent opportunity to network with your peers whilst enjoying a luxurious 3-course meal.

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Department of Education, Northern Ireland Executive

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