about
The sector’s flagship event
The National Conference is AELP’s leading event, bringing together its membership and the wider sector at a key moment.
At a time of significant change for the sector, the AELP National Conference brings together those shaping and leading organisations across the skills system to navigate what’s next and shape the sector’s response.
The National Conference brings together those shaping policy and those responsible for delivering it, creating a space where the implications of change can be explored openly and practically.
It enables delegates to:
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- Hear directly from policymakers and sector leaders
- Understand how others are interpreting and responding to change
- Compare approaches, test thinking and sense-check decisions
- Engage in discussion that goes beyond formal guidance
By bringing the sector together in this way, the conference helps organisations move forward with greater clarity, confidence and alignment.
A sector responding to change
The skills and apprenticeship system is evolving. Understanding what’s changing and what it means in practice is essential for those leading organisations across the sector.
Hear from those shaping the system
Gain direct insight from policymakers, sector leaders and employers who are shaping and responding to change.
Focus on what this means in practice
Move beyond policy headlines to explore how change is being interpreted and applied across organisations.
A space for sector-wide discussion
Engage with peers from across the sector to test thinking, sense-check decisions and explore different perspectives.
Built for those leading organisations and seeking clarity
Designed for senior leaders and decision-makers responsible for strategy, delivery and performance in a changing environment.
Strengthen connections across the sector
Connect with organisations and individuals facing similar challenges and working to respond to change.
Who attends the AELP National Conference?
2025 attendees
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Who Should Attend?
Senior Leaders and Quality Professionals
Inspection nominees, chief executives, principals, managing directors, operations directors, and senior managers overseeing improvement and compliance.
Independent Training Providers (ITPs)
Leaders and those overseeing inspection from organisations delivering apprenticeships, skills and employability programmes, looking to strengthen their inspection readiness.
Colleges, HEIs and Adult Community Learning Providers
Leaders and managers responsible for quality, curriculum and learner outcomes across varied provision types.
Employer-Providers
Those coordinating workplace learning and training delivery who want to align practice with Ofsted’s evolving expectations.
Curriculum and Learning Leads
Directors and heads of teaching, learning and assessment, quality and improvement, curriculum design, and vocational education.