Intentionally Small Schools Leadership Retreat - January 2027

Individual Ticket Price: £475

The ECIS Intentionally Small Schools Leadership Retreat is a two-day event designed for people in leadership roles employed in an intentionally small school who want to network, build relationships, and learn from industry experts on trends, opportunities, and challenges in small schools. Taking place on 22-23 January 2027 at  Myland International School, Seville, this retreat offers a focused opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences, and explore innovative practices.

The theme for 2027 is Fluent and Agile: Grounding Small School Innovation in Research and AI.Small schools often lack the resources to guide them toward fluency with new and fast-moving technologies such as AI. This retreat will focus on the central role of collaboration and sustainable small-school leadership to help us navigate the future of education. Participants will engage in sessions led by expert speakers, with ample time for networking and professional dialogue.

Who should attend: Leaders working in intentionally small schools who are eager to strengthen their networks and deepen their understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing small schools

Please use the links below to book a recommended hotel.

Zenit

Ribera de Triana

Speakers

Take a look at our speakers scheduled for this event

Lauren Jones

CEO/Lead Consultant
Lauren Jones Consulting

Rachel Bodily

Co-Founder
Eblana Learning

Agenda at a Glance

Here's an overview of what's happening at the event!
Day 1 - Friday, January 22 2027
  • Lauren Jones Workshop
    09:30 - 12:30
    Topic: Running on Heroes or Running on Empty: Designing sustainable leadership in small schools.
  • Lunch
    12:00 - 13:30
  • School Tour
    13:00 - 14:15
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
    14:30 - 16:00
    Deep dive into shared challenges and creative solutions
  • Dinner TBD
Day 2 - Saturday, January 23 2027
  • Rachel Bodily
    09:00 - 12:00
    Topic: AI Integration in Small Schools
  • Lunch
    12:00 - 12:40
    Thank you, Myland!
  • Firestarters #1 and 2
    12:40 - 13:20
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
    13:30 - 15:30
    Deep dive into shared challenges and creative solutions