To get a copy of the Workshop in a Box as soon as it is available early November), and an invite to live and recorded briefings on using it, please register here.
In early 2026, the UK Department for Education will host education leaders and AI companies from over 20 countries in London to talk about AI in Education, and to explore how AI tools can be better aligned with the needs of education.
Use the Workshop in a Box and share your group’s feedback before 9th January 2026 to have your views included in a report presented to leaders at the AI in Education Summit.
Learn and discuss:
A free resource:
The Workshop in a Box has been created by Connected by Data for the Department for Education with input from independent experts on Artificial Intelligence in education.
We believe that children, young people, families and educators all have the right to have a say on the future uses of Artificial Intelligence in education. This resource is here to help you have an informed discussion about the pros and cons of AI: and to develop and share your own views on AI.
The Workshop in a Box has been designed to be used in schools, colleges and informal settings (e.g. home education or youth groups). There are versions for Key Stage 2/3 and Key Stage 4/5.
You don’t need to be an AI expert to lead a session using this resource: simply to have an interest in exploring AI in Education with your class or group.
Although designed with the education system in England in mind, the toolkit is also available to use and adapt in other regions and countries. We encourage educators from countries and regions participating in the UK AI in Education Summit to also use the toolkit and share their views.
The resources are flexible, and can be used over 45 to 120 minutes across one or two sessions.
We’ve included suggested timed lesson plans for a 50 minute and 100 minute session.
If you run your session and can send in feedback before 9th January 2026, it will form part of a report that will be presented at the UK AI in Education Summit on 22nd January, attended by Education Ministers and leaders from over 20 countries, and by leading AI firms.
We will also share a copy of the report back with you.
You can also use the Workshop in a Box to talk about decisions you want to make about Generative AI in Education in your classroom, school or local area. In this case, you will be able to feed views explored into your own local decision making.
The Workshop can be delivered within the timetable, or as a separate session for a voluntary or invited group of students.
The full session plans include optional activities involving elements of english (persuasive writing), art (creative visuals) and design technology or computer science (mock-up application design).
Education is a devolved issue across the United Kingdom You can find current policy on Generative AI in Education for England on Gov.UK here.