SLA Annual Conference

Resource type: Conference or Trade Show

Price band: ££

Key stage: KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, KS5, EYFS

Region(s): England - East Midlands

The School Library Association Annual Conference is the only major event in the UK dedicated solely to school libraries, supporting primary, secondary and sixth-form staff.

The conference usually runs over two days in June offering access to keynote presentations by leading authors and literacy experts, panel discussions, interactive workshops and exhibitor stands, as well as the chance to network with fellow practitioners. Details of the 2027 conference to be announced.

Cost: £235/£325 ex VAT for SLA members/non-members for weekend ticket. Single day ticket also available. (2026 costs.)

About the School Library Association: The School Library Association (SLA) is an independent charity and membership organisation that believes every pupil is entitled to effective school library provision. The SLA supports all those responsible for school libraries through advice, training and advocacy.

Further resources:

Sign up for full membership to access SLA support and training for 12 months. With the member discount available on tickets to the Annual Conference, full membership works out at just £30 for the year.
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