Building the Future of Learning

19 - 20 November 2025 | Millennium Airport Hotel, Dubai, UAE

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Future Schools Summit

UAE is establishing itself as a leading global education hub, driven by strategic government vision and exceptional growth. The emirate's education sector is undergoing rapid transformation, with private schools recording a 6% enrollment increase reaching 387,441 students across 227 schools in the 2024-25 academic year. This status is further cemented by new world-class schools and prestigious international university branches, making the city a global destination for students and academics.
The Future Schools Summit 2025 convenes at this pivotal moment. This premier event brings together government leaders, real estate developers, architects, technology innovators, and school operators with a unified mission: to design, build, and equip next generation learning environments. Participants will explore cutting-edge innovations in sustainable construction, smart infrastructure, and integrated technology all essential to supporting Dubai's Education 33 (E33) strategy and its goal of establishing 100 new private schools by 2033 to meet the needs of a growing population and future-focused educational vision.

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Sponsors & Partners

Strategic Partner

Lead Sponsor

Knowledge Partner

Silver Partner

GDS Lighting
Panel Sponsor

Exhibitor

Supporting Sponsor

Exclusive Playground Partner

Supporting Partner

Media Partner

Advisory Board

Speakers

Ibrahim Kronfol

Project Manager - Dar

Ekaterina Mukhina

Projects & Delivery - eedama

Omair Awadh

Associate Director, Sustainability - Buro Happold

Peter Isaac Harley

Construction Manager - Al Tayer Stocks

Kumar Verma

Managing Director - Scholars International Group

Dr. Haitham Mousa

Studio Design Director - KEO International Consultants

Abhilasha Singh

Principal - Shining Star International School

Marwan Houry

Principal, Vice President of Strategy - ae7

Yaser Alnuaimi

General Manager - Plenary Middle East Limited

Nadir Najjari

Energy & Sustainability Professional - ADNOC Distribution

Liudmila Cazacova

Associate Professor - American University of Ras Al Khaimah

Alida Saleh

Head of Sustainability Consulting - JLL

Lana AbuQulbain

Technical Engineer - Emirates Green Building Council

Agenda

09:30 -

Keynote: The Integrated Future: Where School Buildings and Technology Meet

Exploring how a unified vision seamlessly blends physical spaces and digital tools to create human-centric, future-proof learning environments.

09:50 -

Beyond Play: Landscapes for Student Growth

Examining how thoughtful landscaping and urban design—from sensory gardens to safe walkways—support creativity, social development, and holistic well-being outside the classroom.

10:10 -

Sustainable School Design: Materials and Energy Systems

Exploring innovative construction materials and renewable energy solutions for eco-friendly, cost-efficient school facilities.

10:30 -

Panel: Building Smarter Schools: From Plan to Reality

Experts discuss overcoming key challenges in modern school construction—from budgeting and timelines to technology integration.

12:00 -

The Smart Classroom Blueprint: Integrating Tech into Physical Design

Delving into the architectural plans and infrastructure needs—from power to flexible layouts—for creating technologically advanced learning hubs.

12:20 -

The Central Nervous System: Planning IT Infrastructure in New Builds

A deep dive into the networking, AV, and data systems that must be planned during construction to create connected educational spaces.

12:40 -

Future-Proofing School Infrastructure

Strategies for designing schools with adaptable spaces and upgradable tech infrastructure to meet evolving educational needs.

13:30 -

Retrofitting for Resilience: Upgrading Existing Schools for Safety and Sustainability

Exploring the integration of modern structural reinforcements and energy-efficient systems into older school buildings to enhance both occupant safety and long-term operational sustainability, without the need for complete demolition.

13:50 -

Smart Sports Facilities and Wellness Spaces

Designing athletic facilities and student wellness areas that promote health, performance, and holistic development.

09:30 -

Keynote: Sustainable and Smart: The Dual Pillars of Modern Education

Outlining the principles for creating future-ready schools that are tech-enabled, environmentally conscious, and designed for student well-being.

09:50 -

Architecting the Future: Next-Gen Learning Environments

Discovering trends in educational facility planning that prioritize collaboration, sustainability, and seamless technology integration.

10:10 -

Optimizing School Infrastructure: The Efficiency of Centralized Systems

This talk shows how putting control of a school's lights, temperature, and energy use into one simple computer system saves significant money, prevents major problems, and makes the entire building easier to run.

10:30 -

Panel: Green from the Ground Up: Sustainable Materials & Methods

Industry experts explore cutting-edge sustainable construction materials, waste-reduction techniques, and eco-friendly building practices specifically for educational facilities

12:00 -

Digital First: Using BIM for Smarter School Construction

How Building Information Modeling (BIM) revolutionizes school design, construction, and management.

12:20 -

Interactive Playgrounds and Social Learning Spaces

Creating outdoor and indoor spaces that encourage social development, creativity, and collaborative learning.

12:40 -

Smarter, Not Newer: Updating Old Schools for Modern Tech

Exploring practical and cost-effective strategies to retrofit older school buildings with new technology, flexible furniture, and efficient lighting systems, turning outdated classrooms into future-ready learning spaces.

13:30 -

The Uninterrupted Campus: Delivering Major Construction Without Disrupting Learning

This session explores the critical strategies for managing large-scale renovations or new builds on active campuses, focusing on phasing, logistics, safety, and minimizing impact on the academic environment.

13:50 -

The Legacy School: Building for Tomorrow's Learning

This closing session explores how to design academic institutions that are both timeless and adaptive. We'll discuss creating flexible infrastructures that can evolve with future educational models, technological advancements, and community needs, ensuring schools remain central pillars for generations

Who Will You Meet?

Government Authorities

Consultants

Private & Public School Groups

Colleges & Universities

Architects & Urban Planners

Real Estate & School Developers

Technology & AI Solution Providers

Sports Tech Companies

Playground Equipment Companies

Landscape Environment Specialists

PE & Sports Associations

Urban Infrastructure Authorities

Landscape & Outdoor

Learning Environment Specialists

PE & Sports Associations

Key Themes

Directors of Facilities/Operations

Heads of Physical Education/Sports

Architects & Education Planners

Curriculum Designers

Sustainable Green School Construction

Smart Sports Facility Planning & Design

Inclusive Playgrounds & Green Spaces

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

Designing Collaborative Learning Spaces

Smart HVAC & Energy Management

Acoustics And Biophilic Design

Architecture and Outdoor Learning Environments

BIM for Digital School Construction

Retrofitting and Energy-Efficiency

Future-Ready School Infrastructure

BIM for Digital School Construction

Who Should Exhibit / Sponsor

Smart Construction & Architecture Firms

HVAC & Smart Building Controls

Lighting & Energy Management Systems

Interior Design, Furniture & Paints

Pumps, Pipes & Water Management

Playground, Turf & Recreational Equipment

Smart Classroom & AV Solutions

EdTech & AI-Based Learning Platforms

ICT, Cloud & Network Providers

Security & Access Control Systems

Sports Tech & Wellness Infrastructure

ICT, Cloud & Network Providers

Sponsorship Benefits

The Future Schools Summit brings together educational institutions, sports and play infrastructure developers, technology solution providers, architects, government stakeholders, and innovators to explore the transformation of schools and recreational spaces. The summit will dive deep into emerging technologies in School infrastructure, classrooms, sport infrastructure, and much more.

The summit will showcase advancements in school infrastructure, smart education, sports infra, security, sustainable school buildings, and more.

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