Must-attend events for MAT leaders driving primary outcomes
Teachwire is proud to partner with Multi Academy Trust Partnership Network (MATPN) to highlight a unique series of events designed for senior MAT leaders.
MATPN is a powerful forum for networking and shared learning, bringing together over 150 senior leaders from Multi-Academy Trusts for strategic insight, real-world problem solving, and meaningful collaboration.
Supported by trusted solution partners, this complimentary, invite-only event series empowers MAT leaders to explore innovative strategies that truly make a difference – whether you’re shaping trust-wide strategy, leading on finance, developing people and culture, or driving school improvement across your primary settings.
Why MATPN?
Over the past five years, MATPN has established itself as one of the most valuable events in the calendar for MAT executives and senior teams. It’s not just a conference, but a networking and shared learning environment – an opportunity to connect with peers, policymakers and solution providers who understand the complexities of trust-wide leadership.
Join your peers for in-depth conversations, practical insights, and focused sessions on some of the most pressing topics in primary education, including:
- Leadership development and succession planning
- AI in the classroom – harnessing technology to improve outcomes
- Workload and wellbeing – sustainable strategies for staff retention
- Improving SEND provision and inclusion across all phases
- School improvement at scale – what’s working and what’s not
- Culture and belonging – creating connected, thriving schools
- Cybersecurity and finance – understanding the risks and preparing for them
This autumn, the MATPN series continues with three regionally hosted events – each designed to offer fresh thinking and actionable takeaways for those working across KS1, KS2 and beyond.
MATPN South West
23–24 September 2025 | Apex Hotel, Bath, Somerset
This residential event is ideal for trust leaders based locally or in nearby regions, while still welcoming senior leaders from across the country. It tackles both strategic and regional priorities.
What to expect:
- Spotlight on the new Ofsted framework, featuring an address from James McNeillie, Ofsted Regional Director
- Practical insights into SEND transformation, AI strategy, and funding pressures
- Policy updates from Lucy Livings, DfE South West
- Sessions on staff wellbeing, digital infrastructure, and the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill
MATPN Finance
4 November 2025 | DoubleTree Hilton, Tower Bridge, London
A focused, one-day forum for finance and operational leaders, offering practical insights into financial strategy, risk, governance, and operational effectiveness.
Key themes include:
- Resilient budgeting during economic uncertainty
- The operational implications of cybersecurity breaches
- Trust-wide procurement and value-for-money
- Balancing financial compliance with innovation
MATPN South
25–26 November 2025 | Radisson Blu, Heathrow
Bringing together MAT leaders from across the country, this event focuses on whole-trust transformation as we look ahead to 2026.
November marks a pivotal point in the MAT calendar – the final opportunity of the year to regroup, reflect, and reset.
Agenda highlights:
- In conversation with Sir Martyn Oliver, HM Chief Inspector, Ofsted
- Leadership roundtables on culture, governance, and AI adoption
- Tackling social mobility and equity across primary settings
- Sessions on strategic growth, curriculum coherence, and centralisation without losing community feel
What makes MATPN different?
What sets MATPN apart is its format: small, highly curated, discussion-led, and hosted in partnership with trusted education solution providers. The cost of the event is funded by our sponsors, which means we’re able offer MAT leaders full access to the event, free of charge.
You’ll also find:
- Real-time answers to your challenges
- Transformative solutions
- Unique networking opportunities
Ready to join?
Whether your role is focused on teaching and learning, trust operations, or the people who power your schools, MATPN gives you the space to think differently and lead with purpose.
You are welcome to attend any number of MATPN events depending on your interests and availability – you’re not restricted by the location of your trust.
To find out more about the MATPN series, explore our upcoming agendas, or view past highlights, visit the MATPN website.
Choose your event and register for your complimentary delegate pass here.
