This year the education building forum Scotland will take place alongside two sister events, the healthcare buildings forum Scotland and the physical activity facilities forum Scotland. This co-location creates a unique environment where related sectors can meet, share insight and learn from each other’s challenges and solutions. With so many of Scotland’s built environment professionals gathering in one place, the event reflects the belief that meaningful progress in public sector construction increasingly relies on collaboration across disciplines as well as within them.

Set against the iconic backdrop of Loch Lomond, the forum brings together architects, contractors, suppliers, university estates managers, local authorities, hub representatives and Scottish Government stakeholders. It offers delegates the opportunity to explore the issues shaping Scotland’s education estate, learn from real projects and hear directly from those driving new thinking across design, procurement and delivery.

A programme of high level seminars forms the core of the event, while the forum’s well established schedule of pre arranged one to one meetings ensures that every participant can make purposeful business connections. Combined with informal networking and shared social activities across all three events, the result is an energising atmosphere that encourages open discussion and the exchange of ideas between sectors that frequently overlap in practice.

Potential speakers with relevant projects, research or experience are invited to join the seminar programme, and those interested are encouraged to contact Georgie Smith to discuss opportunities – Georgie.smith@stable-events.co.uk

Attendance is complimentary for professionals who are actively involved in the design, construction or ongoing management of education buildings, estates and facilities. This reflects the event’s commitment to supporting the sector through accessible knowledge sharing and practical collaboration.

The education building forum Scotland promises to be an inspiring and influential occasion for everyone committed to creating exceptional learning environments, and a powerful reminder that the future of Scotland’s public estates is strongest when shaped together.

Testimonials

“As designers we often don't engage with suppliers as much as we should. As a director, I found the opportunity to influence the selections our specifiers will make, invaluable.” Scott Brownrigg

“A well organised, fun and informative event that gave me a chance to discover some new and alternative products and meet with some good potential contacts for future projects.” Lytle Associates Architects

“It was good to meet and listen to colleagues from across the sector and share insights and expertise. The speaker sessions were inspirational and informative and I have come away enthused with new ideas.” Kings School, Canterbury