International Programme | HMC Autumn Conference 2025
29 September 2025 - 1 October 2025
International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
International members are invited to a 1 day International Conference titled ‘Doing the right thing – Independent schools’ place in the wider educational landscape’ taking place on Sunday 28 September at the International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW). The International Division Meeting takes place on Monday 29 September. See the full international conference programme below:
Sunday 28 September 2025
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 08.45 - 09.15 |
Registration and coffee
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 09.15 – 09.30 |
Welcome and introductions
Speakers: Howard Blackett, Head of International Member Services, HMC Philip Britton, Head of Foundation, Bolton School & HMC Chair 2025 – 2026
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 09.30 – 10.00 |
Session 1: Title TBC
Speaker: Dwayne Fields Explorer, Television presenter and the UK’s Chief Scout
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 10.00 – 10.45 |
Session 2: Doing the right thing panel discussion
Chair: Sue Woodroofe, Principal, The Grammar School at Leeds
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 10.50 – 11.00 |
International Conference Sponsor
TBC
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 11.00 - 11.30 |
Refreshment Break
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 11.30 – 12.00 |
Session 3: TBC
Speaker: TBC
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 12.00 - 12.30 |
Session 4: Principled education in an increasingly transactional world
Speaker: Dr Anne Cotton, Head of King’s College School, Wimbledon and HMC Chair elect
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 12.30 - 13.00 |
Session 5: HMC’s satellite schools abroad – an update on developments
Speaker: Leigh Webb, CEO, ISC Research
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 13.00 - 14.00 |
Lunch
International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 14.00 - 15.30 |
Session 6: Doing the right thing – 5 examples of good practice
Led by: Mark Steed
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 15.30 - 15.45 |
Session 7 - TBC
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 15.45 -15.50 |
Closing Session
Speaker: Howard Blackett, Head of International Member Services HMC
Meeting Room 3, International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 15.50 - 16.00 |
Conference Photo
International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 16.00 - 16.30 |
Refreshment Break
International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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| 18.40 – 19.00 |
Transport to Rougemont School
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| 19.00 |
International Conference Drinks Reception and Dinner
Rougemont School
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Monday 29 September 2025
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 11.00 - 12.30 |
International Division Meeting
International Convention Centre Wales (ICCW)
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