Since 1990, the MEI Conference has been at the forefront of our efforts to support maths education.

It reflects our philosophy that emphasising understanding and highlighting the connections within maths is the key to developing fluency, confidence, and enjoyment in maths.

We welcome teachers of secondary maths and beyond. Our conference aims to bring together teachers of all levels to inspire, collaborate, and foster meaningful connections.

The conference is held over two days and features more than 60 sessions. Each year, we are delighted to welcome keynote speakers from the maths world.

We also invite you to join us on Thursday evening for welcome drinks, dinner and after-dinner entertainment.

Keynote Speakers

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Keynote Speaker

Charlie Stripp

Charlie is the Chief Executive of Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI) and since March 2013 he has also been Director of the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM).

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Keynote Speaker

Sue Black

Sue is a Professor of Computer Science at Durham University. In 2016 Sue received an OBE from King Charles for services to technology. Sue speaks about her experience with heart, humour, and honesty, and never reads from a script (unless you ask her to).

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Previous years’ resources

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Accommodation

If you book accommodation, you will be staying in Barnes Hall, located in the heart of campus and a short walk from the Chancellor’s Building.

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Luggage store

A room in the Chancellor’s Building will be available for you to leave luggage before check-in and after check-out, respectively. Enquire at reception for more information. Please be aware that MEI cannot take responsibility for any items stored this way.

Room facilities

All bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with towels, toiletries, and Wi-Fi access. Bedrooms are strictly non-smoking. Irons and ironing boards will be available.

Kitchen and laundry facilities

A communal kitchen will be shared by 6-8 rooms and equipped with a cooker, fridge, microwave, telephone, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A launderette is available; please contact Keele University reception for more information.

Check-in and check-out

Wednesday check-in: 13:00 – 19:00

Thursday check-in: 13:00 – 20:00

Friday check-in: 13:00 and 17:00

The reception is in the Chancellor’s Building.

If you arrive after these times, keys can be collected from the 24-hour reception desk in the Darwin Building.

Check-out: 09:30

On departure, please deposit keys in the key return boxes located in the reception area of the Chancellor’s Building.

Travel

Driving

Keele University is between Junctions 15 and 16 on the M6 motorway, just west of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, and halfway between Manchester and Birmingham.

Taxis

ABC Supreme – 01782 632222

Roseville – 01782 613456

Buses

The No. 25 First Potteries bus service leaves Stoke-on-Trent for Keele University from a bus stop opposite the Stoke-on-Trent train station every 20 minutes during the day and less frequently in the evenings and on Saturdays.

The journey takes approximately 30 minutes. Alight outside the Darwin Building (24-hour Reception) and follow the signs to the MEI Conference in the Chancellor’s Building nearby.

There are regular buses from the campus to Stoke-on-Trent train station via Newcastle-under-Lyme.

A full timetable is available on the First Group website – firstbus.co.uk/potteries.

Rail

The nearest railway stations to Keele University are:

Stoke-on-Trent (5m/8km)

Crewe (12m/19km)

About

Get all the essential details about the conference, including travel, accommodation, and event information.

Programme

Explore our exciting programme filled with sessions, workshops, and activities to inspire and inform.

Fees

Choose from a range of flexible ticket options designed to fit a variety of schedules, needs, and budgets.

Exhibitors

Meet and engage with secondary and post-16 maths educators and exhibitors in our vibrant exhibition hall.

Attend the MEI Conference 2026

2-3 July 2026, Keele University

Join us at the premier maths education conference to inspire, collaborate and network with educators. Register your interest today.

Since 1990, the MEI Conference has been at the forefront of our efforts to support maths education. It reflects our philosophy that emphasising understanding and highlighting the connections within maths is the key to developing fluency, confidence and enjoyment in maths.

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Contact the Conference team

If you’d like to get in touch with us about the conference, please contact us.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and answer any questions you may have.

Phone: +44 (0)1225 716495

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