Future North 2027

Future North 2027

Scotland’s Summit for the Transformation of Childhood

Friday 19th & Saturday 20th February 2027 | Òran Mór, Glasgow

Future North is not just another conference, it’s a movement. Bringing together the brightest minds from education, neuroscience, creativity, business, sustainability and beyond, this two-day summit is designed to challenge thinking, inspire action and shape the future of childhood in Scotland.

Inspired by the spirit of the Scottish Enlightenment, Future North creates a space where educators, leaders, innovators, artists and changemakers come together to ask bold questions, explore new possibilities and reimagine what childhood can become.

Whether you’re an early years practitioner, teacher, school leader, policymaker, entrepreneur or simply passionate about improving outcomes for children, Future North will leave you energised, informed and inspired.

Why attend?

Over two immersive days you’ll experience:

  • Inspirational keynote speakers from Scotland and around the world
  • Ground-breaking ideas from education, neuroscience and child development
  • Practical strategies you can implement immediately
  • Powerful discussions about the future of learning and play
  • Opportunities to network with like-minded professionals and sector leaders
  • Fresh thinking that challenges assumptions and inspires meaningful change

This isn’t simply about improving practice today, it’s about designing the childhood Scotland wants for tomorrow.

Featuring internationally recognised speakers

Hear from an outstanding line-up of speakers including:

  • Alice Sharp
  • Dr June O’Sullivan OBE
  • Bob Keiller CBE
  • Pete Moorhouse
  • Ben Kingston-Hughes
  • Paul Rissman
  • Lukas Ritson (Australia)
  • Jennifer Kesseling (USA)

Additional speakers will be announced soon.

Early Bird Offer

Book now and save with our Early Bird rates:

£150 + VAT per day
£270 + VAT for both days

Join the conversation. Shape the future.

Future North is where ideas become action. Together we’ll inspire, imagine, ignite, innovate and influence the future of childhood for generations to come.

Secure your place today and be part of Scotland’s boldest conversation about children, learning and the future.

Alice Sharp