Attendee Information
Attending the Festival? Please find below some handy information.
Attending the Festival? Please find below some handy information.
Doors open at 08:30 each day – on both days of the Festival. Get ready to dive into two jam-packed days of inspiration, ideas, and connection.
Bring your ticket (printed or on your phone) and we’ll scan you in and hand over your Festival wristband.
Don’t forget to grab your delegate bag, kindly sponsored by AQA.
Bag checks may be carried out on arrival to help keep everyone safe.
Single Day Passes can be used on either day – no need to make changes.
If you only do one thing before you arrive… download the Festival App!
It’s your digital guide to everything:
There will be no printed agendas, so the app is your Festival brain!
We’ve got you covered! A free shuttle bus will run from Crowthorne Station to the Festival between:
Fancy a walk? It’s about 10 minutes from the station – mostly through the lovely school grounds.
There is plenty of free parking in-site. Just follow the signs and directions from our friendly team.
Gate options:
Please follow the directions of our parking stewards once on-site.
Vehicles are parked at your own risk.
With nearly 300 sessions taking place, there is lots to discover. Here is how the day will unfold:
08:30 – 09:30 | Registration
09:30 – 10:15 | Period One
10:30 – 11:15 | Period Two
11:15 – 11:45 | Morning Break
11:45 – 12:30 | Period Three
12:45 – 13:30 | Period Four
13:30 – 14:45 | Lunch
14:45 – 15:30 | Period Five
15:30 – 16:00 | Afternoon Break
16:00 – 16:45 | Period Six
You can learn more about the agenda and line-up via the Festival App.
Come with an appetite – from gourmet burgers to vegan wraps, there’s something for everyone. Food is served from 11:15 – 16:00, but coffee & breakfast are available from the start.
All stalls take card (no cash machine on-site)
Budget around £10–£15 for lunch and a drink
Check the app for dietary options & vendor menus
Find your favourite and enjoy your lunch picnic-style on the lawn!
Whether it’s blazing sunshine or a classic British drizzle, the Festival goes ahead in all weather!
We recommend:
Stay comfortable, stay stylish – and stay prepared!
Accessibility
We are committed to making the Festival accessible and inclusive for all.
If you need support at any point, please speak to a staff member in a “Can I Help?” t-shirt or contact Philippa Barton on 07818 064914.
Fancy winning a prize? Explore the exhibition and meet our fantastic exhibitors. Simply scan the QR codes at exhibitor stands using the Game feature within the Festival App to take part. Good luck!
Stay connected while you’re at the Festival. Connect to the ‘Festival Attendee’ network and use password: Festival2025.
Join us in making this year’s Festival of Education our most sustainable yet. With free water refill stations available across the site. All you need is a reusable bottle. Don’t have one? No problem! You can grab one of our exclusive Festival water bottles on the day. Stylish, practical, and eco-friendly – it’s the perfect Festival souvenir.
Feeling unwell or spot someone who needs help? Head straight to the Festival Office (Wellesley Building) or speak to any member of our Security team – they’re all first aid trained and ready to help. Your safety is our priority – don’t hesitate to reach out.
The Festival of Education 2025 App is now live!
View the schedule and start planning your time for #EducationFest. Don’t miss your favourite speakers, sessions, and activities.
