About DACE
What is the DACE Conference?
DACE — Delivering a CORE Education — is the Trust's flagship annual conference, bringing together all colleagues from across our four schools for a day of professional learning, collaboration and celebration.
It is a unique opportunity to step back from the day-to-day, connect with colleagues across the Trust, hear from external experts, and reflect on what it means to deliver a CORE Education for our students and communities.
DACE is a highlight of the CORE professional development calendar — an event that belongs to everyone in our organisation, regardless of role or school.
4
Schools coming together
1
Day, whole Trust
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Expert speakers & keynotes
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Celebrating our people
Photos from DACE25
What to expect
A day built for everyone at CORE
Keynote Speakers
Hear from leading thinkers, practitioners and experts who inspire and challenge — bringing fresh perspectives to our work as educators and professionals.
Workshops & Sessions
Practical, collaborative breakout sessions across a range of themes — from curriculum and pedagogy to leadership, wellbeing and professional development.
Recognition & Celebration
DACE is a moment to celebrate the achievements of our colleagues and the progress of our Trust — recognising the contributions of people across all four schools.
Cross-Trust Networking
A rare opportunity to spend time with colleagues from Arena, City, Jewellery Quarter and Rockwood — building relationships and shared understanding across the Trust.
Trust Strategic Direction
Hear directly from senior leaders about the Trust's vision, priorities and strategic direction — connecting your work to the bigger picture of a CORE Education.
For All Staff
DACE is for everyone — teachers, support staff, leaders and the team behind the team. Whatever your role, there is something here for you.
Our four schools
Want to know more about DACE?
Dates, venues and programme details for the next DACE conference will be shared via the Trust calendar and CORE-People. Contact the Professional Development team if you have any questions.