Aspiring Heads is a social enterprise dedicated to breaking down racial barriers in education in the UK.
Their goal is to increase representation of Black teachers and educators in school leadership, ultimately creating a more inclusive learning environment for all children.
We must, together, tackle the barriers facing Black teachers. There are so many upsides for students from getting the chance to learn from, and be inspired by, teachers with different backgrounds. You can read the NEU’s report into Black teachers’ pay and progression here.
Aspiring Heads Summit 2026
AH Summit 2026 will focus on No Permission - Redefining Leadership, exploring what it means to lead with courage, agency, and conviction without waiting for validation, approval, or institutional permission. Lunch will be provided.
Aspiring Heads have generously allocated 30 no cost tickets to NEU members for their upcoming summit. These tickets have now been allocated.
To avoid disappointment, speak to your district about sponsoring your place, at their discretion.
What you will gain:
- Hear from leaders shaping education and influencing change
- Learn how others are progressing and creating opportunities
- Gain practical strategies to move into leadership roles
- Build connections with a powerful network of educators and decision-makers
- Explore pathways that go beyond traditional leadership routes
- Leave with clarity, confidence and next steps you can act on immediately
Keep an on the summit website for speaker information.
Date
Sat 3rd Oct 2026
9.00am - 4.30pm
London Screen Academy, London, N5 2AG
Will NEU sponsor my travel and accommodation?
NEU CPD will not be covering travel and accommodation for this event, but you can also ask your district about covering reasonable costs, at their discretion.