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Welcome.

To the UK’s leading Character Education Community for teachers, leaders and practitioners.

Information

June 24, 2026 • Cloth Hall Court • Leeds

Fusing Theory
and Practice

Building a strong theoretical foundation to drive powerful implementation, shaped by best practice from accredited Schools of Character.

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A day that sharpens your practice

There are a number of critical success factors that determine how transformative a school’s character education is. These success factors relate to both the theoretical underpinning and the strategies for implementation. Both are equally important.

ACE’s annual conference will bring you;

Expert speakers who connect the theory behind character with the practical “why it matters”
Practical examples of best practice you can “steal with pride”
Opportunities to build connections and networks that support character provision in your setting
A choice of workshops so you can focus on the priorities that matter most for your school

Main Keynotes

Adam McMillan

Headteacher Padgate Academy

As Headteacher, he places strong relationships at the centre of the school community. He is committed to ensuring that students, staff and parents feel a genuine sense of belonging, creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed and supported. This approach has been recognised by Ofsted, who noted that “pupils view the school as a welcoming community.”

Professor Sabena Jameel-Choudhury

University of Birmingham

Professor Sabena Jameel-Choudhury’s work focuses on enacting the virtue of practical wisdom (Phronesis) within medical practice. Drawing on her experience as a GP, her research explores the role of character in professional life and the workplace. She designed the Radial Holistic Professionalism Curriculum, which connects medical training with wisdom, character and professional values. In 2025, this work was recognised with the Joseph Chamberlain Award for Educational Advancement.

Workshop Leads

Rebecca Moors,

Deputy Headteacher

The Garibaldi School

Thanh Nguyen

Assistant Principal

The Lyndon School

Kenny Primrose

Character Lead

Emmanuel College

David Greenshields

Vice Principal

Emmanuel College

Catherine Corner

Headteacher

Thoresby Primary

Nadine Fielding

Headteacher

Morpeth First School

Sadie Rodways

Character Lead

Morpeth First School

Kirsty Kilbane

Assistant Vice Principal

Barnsley Academy

Conference Venue

Cloth Hall Court

Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, Cloth Hall Court is the University of Leeds’ dedicated conference centre. The historic building combines traditional architecture with modern conference facilities, creating an inspiring setting for professional learning and collaboration.

Just minutes from Leeds train station, the venue provides an accessible and welcoming environment for educators from across the North to gather, share practice, and explore the development of strong character education in schools.

Cloth Hall Court
Quebec Street
Leeds
LS1 2HA
United Kingdom

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Join colleagues from across the region for a focused, high-quality professional learning experience.