Showcasing Digital Leadership at BETT 2026
Our pupils who are Digital Leaders represented each of the RGS Schools with confidence at the BETT Show 2026, the UK’s leading education technology exhibition, held at ExCeL London. Bringing together educators, schools and industry experts from across the country, the event offered pupils a national platform to explore emerging technologies and showcase how digital learning is embedded in practice across The RGS Family of Schools.
As part of the visit, more than 50 pupils represented their Schools throughout a busy and engaging day, exploring emerging technologies and sharing their experiences of digital learning in practice.
Following an early start from Worcester Shrub Hill station, pupils quickly immersed themselves in the energy of the exhibition, engaging with a wide range of interactive displays. From AI robotics and LEGO League demonstrations to voice control software and digital accessibility tools, pupils gained insight into how technology is continuing to shape teaching and learning.
A key highlight of the visit was The RGS Family of Schools’ takeover of the Albion stand, where pupils from RGS The Grange, RGS Dodderhill and RGS Worcester delivered joint presentations on the use of iPad accessibility tools across the Schools. Demonstrations included webpage summaries to support pupils with dyslexia, split-screen functionality, voice control and real-time audio feedback, attracting strong interest from educators and industry professionals on the day.
Digital leadership was further showcased at the GoodNotes stand, where RGS Worcester pupil Ridhima delivered a confident solo presentation, explaining how the app supports her learning on a day-to-day basis. Her clarity and composure drew a large audience and reflected the confidence developed through the Digital Leaders programme.
The visit was accompanied by Director of Innovation, Mr John Jones, who also presented on the Tech in Action stage. His keynote session, ‘The Workload Myth: Is AI Saving Time – or Just Moving It?’, explored the importance of using Artificial Intelligence thoughtfully in schools, ensuring that any time saved is reinvested in meaningful human connection. Mr Jones also took part in a number of professional events and once again served as a judge for the 2026 BETT Awards.
Above all, the pupils’ confidence and clarity stood out as they spoke thoughtfully about their learning, and we thank them for representing The RGS Family of Schools so positively throughout the event.
