STEMforAll 2025

21–22 February 2025 · GEMS Winchester School Dubai

Looking back

The UAE's First STEM Conference for Schools

In February 2025, EdV partnered with STEM Learning UK to deliver the first dedicated STEM education conference in the UAE. Over two days at GEMS Winchester School Dubai, school leaders, educators, and industry came together for a VIP networking evening and a full day of keynotes, workshops, and collaboration — setting a new standard for professional STEM development in the region.

~400

Attendees

Workshops

Sessions delivered

VIP guests

VIP Evening

An Evening with Education Leaders

The conference opened with a VIP networking dinner for approximately 75 guests, featuring a fireside chat with Lord Jim Knight, Chair of STEM Learning and former UK Minister of State for Schools and Learning.

The room brought together CEOs and senior leaders from GEMS Education, Taaleem, Aldar Education, Bloom Education, Cognita, and Nord Anglia, alongside representatives from Emirates International Schools, RAK DoK, and Egypt's Ministry of Education.

VIP networking dinner at STEMforAll 2025

Conference day

Keynote Speakers

Opening keynote

Lord Jim Knight

Chair of STEM Learning · Former Minister of State for Schools and Learning

Opened the conference with a powerful case for STEM education, emphasising Technology and Engineering as critical yet too-often neglected areas of the curriculum.

Keynote

Rose Luckin

AI in Education Expert · UCL Knowledge Lab

Explored how artificial intelligence can transform education — building equitable and future-ready learning systems that serve every student.

Closing keynote

Severine Trouillet

CEO of STEM Learning

Delivered the closing keynote, drawing together the themes of the day and charting a path forward for STEM education in the region.

"STEM knowledge and skills are vital for all of our futures. They deepen our understanding of the world and the major global challenges we face. By continuously supporting teachers, we bring STEM subjects to life and empower future generations."
— Lord Jim Knight, Chair of STEM Learning

"A great conference doesn't just inspire; it equips. It connects teachers with practical ideas, proven methodologies, and a community of peers who are committed to making a difference."
— Alex More, International Lead, STEM Learning

Day 2 — Saturday 22 February

Workshops

19 Workshops · 3 Rotations · 57 Sessions

Educators chose from 19 workshops across three rotation slots, led by experienced practitioners from STEM Learning UK, regional schools, and sponsor partners. Every session was designed to be practical — giving teachers strategies they could take straight back to the classroom.