Curriculum Conference 2027
When
Thursday, 11 March 10:00am - 5:00pmWhere
Hyatt Regency London BlackfriarsPrice
To be confirmedBESA is pleased to announce the return of our annual Curriculum Conference!
Save the date, 11th March 2027, 10am-5pm!
Thought Leadership Partner and Drinks Reception Sponsor
Hachette Learning (formerly Hodder Education) is an education publisher with more than 150 years of publishing expertise, dedicated to unlocking every learner’s unique potential. They provide digital learning platforms and tools, high-quality print curriculum resources, targeted intervention and professional development that support better outcomes for schools, learners, multi-academy trusts (MATs), school groups, families and those shaping education systems worldwide. Today, their tools and resources are used in more than 140 countries, supporting learning from age three through to 19+.

Their role is to make improvement clearer, more joined-up and easier to sustain, in real classrooms – not just on paper. Through trusted resources and expert insight, they help educators to teach, assess, and enable learning with confidence. Part of Hachette UK, which was founded in 1846, Hachette Learning operates through offices and teams around the world.
Hear from past delegates
“The conference brought key focuses of the new curriculum to the forefront of my mind and helped to clarify the aims behind priorities such as inclusion, media literacy, oracy and digital literacy raised in the curriculum and assessment review.”
Caroline Hall, Kapow Primary
“Overall it was a fantastic day. There were some brilliant speakers and panels which provided genuinely useful insight and a lot of food for thought. I also made some really valuable connections on the day which made it even more worthwhile.”
Bridie Chomse, Access Education
Photos from Curriculum Conference 2026



Venue Details
Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars



The conference is being held in the Bridewell Suite and foyer, on the lower floor with lift access.
Read more about the venue’s sustainability practices.
For any assistance on the day, please contact the BESA Events Team.
London Underground
London Blackfriars Rail and Underground Station: 2 minute walk Thameslink Train Station: 4 minute walk
By Rail
Heathrow International Airport (LHR) Take Elizabeth Line from London Heathrow Airport to Farringdon Station, followed by a short 10-minute walk to the hotel. Alternatively, take Heathrow Express to Paddington Station, followed by a transfer to the Circle Line, which arrives directly at Blackfriars Station. From there, it is just a 2-minute walk to the hotel.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) Travel from London Gatwick Airport to Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars via Thameslink services, which provide a direct journey to Blackfriars Station. The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from the station.
London City Airport (LCY) Travel from London City Airport via the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Bank Station, then transfer to the Circle or District Line to Blackfriars Station. The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from the station..
Self Parking
Parking is available nearby at Baynard House Car Park. Motorcycles and bicycles, complimentary in designated bays. Disabled badge holders, normal rates apply
To ask any questions, please email eventsteam@besa.org.uk.