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Our most popular requests

  • AI keynote + workshops (half day or full day)
  • Strengthening governance and strategy 
  • Policy review and support (remote)
  • Resource curation and creation
  • AI briefings for School Leaders and Boards
  • Parent & Family workshops

How might we help you?

  • Live presentations and workshops
  • Policy review and support
  • Resource curation and creation
  • Provocation and thought leadership presentations
  • Learning space design review and support
  • Research and writing support
  • Stakeholder engagement

half day, full day or Partnership?

HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

Maximise impact: get a full-school AI boost in one day.


Why now?

Deep change requires immersion. 

This cost-effective package delivers multiple sessions in one impactful day.


Value:

Build a vertical experience for teachers, leaders, students & parents.

Bigger savings, bigger impact: full-day pricing makes AI training more affordable.

Instant implementation: see results the very same day.


So what?

 One day = begin full-school AI transformation.

More sessions, less cost = best value training.

 Tailored to your school’s priorities, no fluff.


Special offer:

Book a full day now & get ongoing planning support and guidance in the lead up.

PARTNERSHIPS

HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

One-off sessions are great. A long-term strategy is even better.


Why now? 

AI is evolving fast. Your school needs a sustainable strategy, not just a workshop. 

We build a strategy, review policies, align it with your wider strategy, ensure governance requirements are addressed.

We embed AI expertise into your professional learning program for lasting impact.


Value: 

A full year of AI integration: ongoing support, training & strategy.

Custom roadmap for your school: we build AI into your PL model.

No guesswork: ongoing check-ins to ensure real transformation.


So what?

AI expertise that grows with your school.

Not just theory: real integration, real results.

Support for leaders, teachers & students: everyone wins.


Special offer:

Commit to a multi-day partnership get a free virtual AI workshop for your Leadership team.

who shall we support next?

Teacher PL

Support staff

Future-proof your teaching in just one session


Why now?

Teachers are overwhelmed, AI is evolving fast, and schools need to stay ahead. Our engaging, interactive “101” workshop cuts through the noise and gives teachers exactly what they need to know, without adding to their workload.


Value:

Learn practical AI tools that can save hours each week.

Cut workload, not corners: use AI to streamline tasks while maintaining teaching quality.

Immediate classroom impact: walk away with ready-to-use strategies.



Support staff

Support staff

AI isn’t just for teachers. Empower your whole school.


Why now?

Admin teams are the backbone of schools, yet most AI training ignores them. This session shows support staff how AI can cut busywork, automate tasks, and create real impact, right now.


Value:

Save hours each week with AI-powered workflows.

Instant ROI: reduce admin overload, improve efficiency, and boost accuracy.

No tech background needed: if you can send an email, you can use AI.

champions

leadership team

Your tech-savvy staff can lead your school’s AI revolution.


Why now?

AI champions need more than basic training, they need a strategy. This hands-on workshop helps them develop real projects, solve real problems, and drive real change.


Value:

Move beyond theory: champions create and execute an AI-powered school initiative.

Upskill key staff: turn early adopters into expert AI leaders.

AI that fits your school: customized for your team and goals.


leadership team

family & community

leadership team

Lead with AI: cut workload, improve strategy, stay ahead.


Why now?

School leaders are drowning in emails, reports, and decision-making fatigue. AI isn’t just another trend: it’s a game-changer for school leadership.


Value:

Reduce decision fatigue: use AI to automate reports and analysis.

Get strategic insights: see how AI can shape policy and governance.

Save time instantly: real-world tools that lighten the workload today.

family & community

family & community

family & community

Help parents support their kids in an AI-driven world.


Why now?

Parents are concerned but confused about AI. They don’t know what’s real, what’s risky, or how to guide their kids. This session gives them clarity, confidence, and control.


Value:

Understand AI risks & opportunities: deepfakes, misinformation, and social media.

Give kids an advantage: help them use AI for learning and future careers.

Practical, no-jargon approach: so parents feel informed, not intimidated.

students

family & community

family & community

AI isn’t cheating: it’s a study superpower.


Why now?

Students already use AI—but are they using it well? This workshop teaches them how to use AI ethically, effectively, and in line with school expectations.


Value:

Use AI to study smarter, not harder: research, writing, and revision hacks.

Navigate AI risks: deepfakes, bias, and misinformation.

Future-ready skills: how AI is shaping careers and the job market.

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OTHER services include

technology integration

The most amazing part of technology integration is the imagination and creativity of the people using it. Let us help you identify and enhance your integration of various technologies, solving real problems and achieving real goals.

alternative learning pathways

We can help you design alternative pathways for students and colleagues who need a different approach. We have experience in a range of different learning and development programs, and will draw upon examples from around the world to get the right formula for you.

shifting from spaces to places of learning and work

We have experience in several projects from small scale to whole campus redesign, working closely with architects, technical staff and key stakeholders. We don't just want to meet your goals, we want to push past them.

partnership development

The future is highly connected and reciprocal. We can help you partner with other organisations to create new opportunities not previously possible.

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