1 April 2025
If you’re a secondary school computing teacher looking for cutting-edge CPD, inspiring speakers, and the chance to connect with like-minded educators, the Festival of Computing 2025 is an event you can’t afford to miss. This year is sponsored by Craig’n’Dave, Bromsgrove School and OCR.
After the success of last year, this year’s event is bigger and better, packed with more sessions, a larger marketplace, and plenty of coffee to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
What is the festival of computing?
The Festival of Computing is the evolution of the hugely popular Craig’n’Dave & Friends conference. Taking place on 2nd July 2025 at Bromsgrove School, it’s a full day of collaboration, learning, and innovation for computing teachers.
Expect hands-on CPD sessions, keynote talks from top industry experts, and plenty of opportunities to share ideas with fellow educators. Whether you’re refining your teaching methods or exploring the latest tools in computing education, this event is designed to inform, inspire, and energise.
What’s new for 2025?
We’ve listened to your feedback from last year and made some exciting upgrades:
- New fringe event: A fresh addition where market stall holders will pitch their ideas on teaching and learning in computing.
- Bigger marketplace: We’re moving the marketplace to a large, dedicated marquee on Gordon Green, offering more space and a better experience.
- More coffee stations: You asked, and we delivered. Expect plenty of coffee to keep you going throughout the day.
- More CPD sessions: This year, we’re switching from two 1-hour sessions to three 45-minute sessions, giving you more variety and flexibility.
- On-site accommodation: Stay on-site the night before to make the most of the event (limited availability, book HERE).
- Pre-event ticketed social: If you’re local or staying overnight, join us for a curry and drinks social on 1st July—perfect for networking in a relaxed setting. *Please note there are limited tickets for the curry and drinks event available. Please book HERE.
Want a sneak peek at the full agenda? Click here.
The location: Bromsgrove School
We’re thrilled to be hosting the Festival of Computing at the prestigious Bromsgrove School.
Bromsgrove School, with its 500-year history, is one of Britain’s leading boarding and day schools. Set over 100 acres of stunning grounds, it offers world-class facilities and a first-rate academic environment, making it the perfect setting for a day of innovation and inspiration.
Don’t miss out on the must-attend computing education event of 2025.
Secure your spot at the Festival of Computing and join hundreds of passionate educators for a day of learning, networking, and fun.
👉 Get your ticket here.
🌐 Visit Craig’n’Dave.org for more
