How to get started with AI in your school – Philip Long   

AI is already transforming education but many schools are still asking how to begin. This practical and empowering session will guide school leaders, EdTech leads, and classroom teachers through the essential first steps of bringing AI into their school in a purposeful, ethical, and impactful way.

Using real-world examples, case studies, and an easy-to-follow framework, Phil Long will break down what successful AI integration looks like across primary and secondary settings,  from developing staff confidence to creating safe, student-centered learning environments.

Speaker:

Philip Long    

Phil Long is an accomplished STEM and AI educator and the Head of Primary STREAM and AI at Arcadia British School, Dubai. With extensive experience in leading curriculum innovation, Phil is at the forefront of designing and delivering high-impact learning experiences that equip students with the skills needed for a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world.

Specialising in the integration of Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STREAM) with artificial intelligence, Phil has developed and implemented comprehensive programmes that promote inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving across the primary phase. His leadership in project-based learning is exemplified through initiatives such as Formula Ethara and STEM Stars, hands-on platforms where students design, build, and code solutions to real-world challenges using tools like LEGO Spike, Sphero, and Metatalab.

Phil is also the co-creator of Arcadia’s AI in Education strategy, creating a personalised professional development framework for teachers alongside a robust policy for ethical and responsible AI use. His work ensures that AI integration enhances teaching and learning while upholding principles of equity, digital wellbeing, and sustainability.

Phil is a speaker, workshop leader, and soon to published contributor to the field of STEM. Phil regularly presents on STEAM education, EdTech innovation, and AI pedagogy. He is committed to empowering both educators and learners to thrive in the era of intelligent technologies, driving meaningful change in education through visionary leadership and hands-on expertise.