The British School of Barcelona will once again host the Festival of Education Spain on 29th October 2027, bringing together education professionals and internationally recognised speakers for a day of inspiration, knowledge-sharing and discussion about the future of education.

Following the success of its inaugural Spanish edition in 2026, the Festival of Education will return to BSB Castelldefels campus for its second year in Spain. The event will feature more than fifty sessions, offering teachers, school leaders and education professionals an opportunity to explore new ideas, share experiences and discuss the challenges shaping education today and tomorrow.

A Festival with an International Reputation
Originating in the UK, where it has been running for more than fifteen years and attracts over six thousand participants annually, the Festival of Education has established itself as a leading event in the international education calendar.

True to its motto, ‘A Festival, Not a Conference’, the event goes beyond traditional conferences by combining inspiring talks, panel discussions and practical workshops with live music, food trucks and networking opportunities. Its dynamic and welcoming atmosphere encourages professionals to connect, exchange ideas and celebrate education.

The Return of an Innovative Educational Format
The first Festival of Education Spain, held at BSB Castelldefels in June 2026, welcomed more than 375 education professionals and featured over sixty sessions, bringing together leading voices from across the educational community.

Four internationally recognised keynote speakers led thought-provoking conversations on some of the most pressing issues facing education. Richard Culatta explored the role of technology in the classroom, while Owen O’Kane shared insights on wellbeing and resilience, and Francesca Martínez on inclusion and belonging. Geoff Barton closed the festival with an inspiring discussion on oracy and critical thinking in the age of AI.

Exploring the Future of Education
The 2027 edition will feature more than fifty sessions across twenty-two thematic areas, addressing some of the most important developments and challenges in education. Topics will include artificial intelligence, inclusion, wellbeing, sustainability, multilingual learning and educational leadership, among many others.

Designed for professionals across all educational stages and settings, from Early Years and Primary to Secondary, Further Education and International Education, the Festival will provide a platform for sharing innovative practices, discovering emerging trends and inspiring positive change.

As Neil Tetley, Executive Principal, explains: ‘The Festival of Education represents a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the trends, research and methodologies transforming education internationally. We want teachers, educational leaders, specialists and families to find inspiration to face one of the greatest challenges of our society: preparing children and young people for an increasingly changing and unpredictable future. Our ambition is to establish the Festival as a key event in the calendar of education professionals.’

Tickets and Speaker Applications Now Open
Tickets for the Festival of Education Spain 2027 are now available, with early-bird prices running until 31st January 2027. Schools and educational organisations can also benefit from group booking options.

The Festival has also opened its call for speakers, inviting teachers, school leaders, researchers, academics, students and other education professionals to share their expertise, projects and experiences.

Applicants can submit up to two session proposals across any of the Festival’s twenty-two thematic areas until 12th February 2027. The first selected speakers will be announced from March 2027.

Find out more, book your tickets or submit a speaker proposal on the official Festival of Education Spain website.