Hosted by Nord Anglia Education and led by Ann Palmer, International Leadership Expert
The world of education is changing rapidly and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the centre of that transformation. Leading with AI: Shaping the Future of Education is an immersive and forward-thinking training experience designed for school leaders and educators who want to lead confidently, ethically, and strategically in the age of AI.
Across two dynamic sessions, delegates will explore how AI can enhance leadership, teaching, learning, and school operations, without losing sight of human connection, creativity, and purpose. This is not about technology replacing teachers; it’s about empowering leaders to guide their communities with wisdom and vision. Led by Ann Palmer, an international leadership expert and founder of several leadership programmes, this session combines practical insight, ethical reflection, and visionary leadership principles tailored for the educational context in India.
🗓️ 29 November 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Oakridge International School, Gachibowli
Event Coordinator: mrunmayi.sapatnekar@oakridge.in | +91 6281 206 376
About Ann Palmer
Ann Palmer is an internationally recognised leadership expert, board member, strategist, coach, author and podcaster whose work bridges education, equity, and emerging technologies. With over 35 years of experience in education and organisational development, she is widely respected for her ability to inspire and equip leaders to navigate change with purpose, humanity, and vision.
Ann is the author of Leading with AI: A Guide for Education Leaders, a groundbreaking book that explores how school leaders can harness the power of artificial intelligence ethically and effectively to enhance teaching, learning, and organisational excellence. Her work places strong emphasis on the balance between innovation and inclusion, ensuring that technology serves people, not the other way around.
As the founder of a number of leadership programmes for education and corporate organisations, Ann has designed and delivered leadership development experiences for executive teams, school networks, universities, and international conferences across the UK, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Her training combines strategic insight with deep moral purpose. Ann’s thought leadership extends beyond education: she advises multi-academy trusts, corporate boards, and international NGOs on leadership, diversity, and digital transformation. Her expertise has positioned her as a sought-after keynote speaker and consultant in fields ranging from inclusive leadership to the future of work. She is a Founding Fellow with the Chartered College of Teaching in the UK.
Driven by a passion for developing leaders who lead with integrity and imagination, Ann’s sessions are known for being energising, thought-provoking, and deeply human. Whether addressing global audiences or mentoring individual leaders, her message remains clear:
“Leadership is not about status, it’s about service, courage, and the willingness to shape a better future.” Ann Palmer
What Delegates Can Expect
- Inspiring key input from Ann Palmer on what it means to lead with AI. moving beyond buzzwords to real, meaningful impact.
- Interactive discussions on the opportunities and challenges AI brings to school leadership, teaching, and student outcomes.
- Practical case studies illustrating how AI tools can streamline decision-making, improve learning outcomes, and foster inclusion.
- Collaborative activities to explore leadership mindsets, policy implications, and the importance of human-centred innovation.
- A clear action plan to take back to your school, focusing on leadership priorities, strategic alignment, and readiness for AI integration.
Session Overview
09:00 – 10:30
Session 1 – Leading with AI: Vision, Values and Change
An energising opening session that explores what it means to lead in a world increasingly shaped by AI. Delegates will reflect on how to align technology with the school’s mission, values, and community purpose. Expect inspiration, challenge, and practical insight into how leadership must evolve to guide innovation responsibly.
10:30 – 11:30 | Coffee and Networking
11:00 – 13:00
Session 2 – AI in Action: Strategies for Schools and Leaders
This practical session focuses on application and strategy. Delegates will identify areas where AI can transform teaching, learning, and operations. Through real-world examples and collaborative problem-solving, participants will create a roadmap for implementing AI in ways that promote equity, efficiency, and excellence.
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch and Networking
Outcomes
By the end of this training, delegates will:
- Understand the key principles of AI leadership and how to apply them in schools.
- Be able to identify opportunities for AI-driven innovation aligned with their school’s vision and values.
- Recognise ethical and safeguarding considerations in the use of AI.
- Develop an initial school-level AI Leadership Plan for implementation and communication.
- Feel inspired, informed, and equipped to shape the future of education.
Why Local Schools Should Attend
Education in India is evolving at incredible speed and schools that embrace innovation now will be the ones shaping the future. Leading with AI: Shaping the Future of Education offers a unique opportunity for school leaders, teachers, and academic teams to explore what this transformation means in practice.
This is not another technology workshop. It’s a leadership experience that will help you:
- Understand AI with confidence what it is, what it isn’t, and how it can enhance the work you already do.
- Discover practical strategies for improving teaching, learning, and school operations using AI tools.
- Strengthen your leadership vision by aligning innovation with your school’s mission, values, and community.
- Network with forward-thinking educators from across the region and share best practices that inspire collaboration and growth.
- Position your school as a leader in future-focused education, ready to equip students with the skills and mindset the next generation demands.
With Ann Palmer’s blend of global expertise and deep understanding of human-centred leadership, this training will challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead your school with renewed confidence and clarity.
This is your moment to look ahead, to move from conversation to action, from curiosity to capability. Join us in Hyderabad and be part of the movement that’s redefining what it means to lead with AI.