SHANGHAI, CHINA
10TH EDITION
The China Festival of Education 2027.
The 10th China Festival of Education takes place in April 2027. Centred on human flourishing, this one-day event will bring educators, thought leaders and changemakers together to explore how education can help every learner thrive and shape a better future.
17 APRIL 2027
Wellington College International Shanghai
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Glastonbury for educators.
Sir Bob Geldof
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Three ways to join us in 2027.
Book a place, put yourself forward to speak, or keep an eye on the programme as it takes shape.
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A festival, not a conference
Glastonbury for educators.
Celebrating 10 years of the China Festival, we begin an exciting new chapter focused on human flourishing and what it means for education. Some of the world’s leading thinkers will come together to explore how learning can help individuals and communities thrive. You can also expect the Festival traditions you know and love, including street food, deckchairs, time to network and plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in high-quality content.
Inspiring speakers
New connections
Street food
Live music
Deckchairs & hay bales
Speaker application 2027
Got an idea the profession needs to hear?
Every year, the Festival programme is shaped by people like you. You don’t need speaking experience, a book deal or a blue tick, just something useful to share. All voices, ideas and perspectives are welcome.
- Keynotes, talks, panels, workshops and debates. Pick the format that fits your idea
- Open to classroom teachers, leaders, researchers, policymakers and students
- Speakers receive a complimentary Festival pass.
Speaker Application
How the programme comes together.
Apply to speak.
Call for session applications open. Got an idea you wish to share? Apply to speak.
Applications close.
Sessions will be reviewed and the Festival programme begins to take shape.
Sessions announced.
The first wave of sessions will be released and individuals will be notified.
your journey starts here
Tickets.
Prices rise in stages as we get closer to the Festival. Book now, in the launch offer window, and you’ll pay the lowest rate of the year
Launch offer
Save up to 25% with the launch offer and get even greater savings on group bookings.
Bringing a team?
We offer special group booking rates for groups of five or more attendees. Take advantage of this opportunity to receive up to an additional 25% off the current ticket price.
650+
Educators
60+
Speakers across the day
50+
Sessions across one day
10+
Exhibitors and partners
Good to know
What to expect in 2027.
The programme is still being built, but the shape of the Festival is familiar, here’s what your ticket gets you.
Around 30 sessions
Keynotes, talks, panels and hands-on workshops to get involved with.
Themes for every role
Purpose and wellbeing, relationships and belonging, thriving communities and a sustainable planet. Explore what it means to flourish at every level.
Professional development
One day of professional development that will assist you to flourish and thrive as an educator.
The exhibition
Meet the exhibitors. Discover fresh ideas. Find new ways to help people and communities flourish.
The Festival village
Street food, live music and time to connect, chat and build new relationships.
Plan your own Festival
Build a personal schedule in the Festival app once the programme goes live early January.
Getting here
Wellington College International Shanghai.
No.1500 Yao Long Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 200124 China
上海市浦东新区海阳西路100号
By taxi
Show the driver the Chinese address above. Allow approximately 25 to 60 minutes to travel from the centre of Shanghai.
By train
From Shanghai Hongqiao or Shanghai Railway Station, take the metro and change to Line 8. Alight at Oriental Sports Centre, use Exit 4, then walk for 5–10 minutes.
Accessibility
Step-free access across the Festival site.
Part of something bigger
One of seven editions worldwide.
The UK Festival is the flagship of a global family. Same spirit, local programme – explore the other editions across Europe, Asia and the Americas.