TeacherCon | Professional Learning | British Schools in the Middle East

Welcome to BSME

Professional Learning

About

Founded in 1982, BSME is a not-for-profit organisation that supports a network of high quality British International Schools across the region. We facilitate invaluable partnerships between member schools and business partners who specialise in providing education products, services and tools.

Membership

Becoming a BSME member school or an education partner connects you to a vibrant network dedicated to educational excellence across the Middle East. Whether you're looking to collaborate, grow professionally, or enhance student experiences, our membership offers a wealth of opportunities

Professional Learning

British Schools in the Middle East is committed to supporting educators' professional growth. Our Professional Learning offerings provide access to high-quality workshops, conferences, and online courses covering the latest pedagogical approaches, curriculum innovations, and educational technologies.

Networks

In support of our Mission: Strengthening Schools, Serving Students, BSME offers all our member schools access to our thriving subject Networks.

Students

At BSME, we believe in empowering every student to reach their full potential. From the celebrated BSME Games, to topical debate contests; regional swimming championships, to Esport competitions; we are proud to offer a calendar of events that allows each student to demonstrate their brilliance.

Safeguarding

At British Schools in the Middle East (BSME), the safety and wellbeing of every child are paramount. We are deeply committed to ensuring that all students within our network of schools learn and thrive in the safest possible environments.

TeacherCon

We are delighted to share that our TeacherCon Series will return for the academic year 2026-27!

TeacherCon DXB26 will be the third edition of our flagship event and has undoubtedly become a standout moment in the UAE Education Calendar. TeacherCon DOHA27 will return, and we are delighted to introduce TeacherCon KSA26 to our calendar!

Be sure to follow us on on social media to be the first to hear about speaking opportunities and ticket sales.

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BSME TeacherCon DXB26

WHEN: Saturday, 3rd October 2026

WHERE: Arcadia Global School, UAE Learn More

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BSME TeacherCon KSA26

WHEN: Saturday, 14th November 2026

WHERE: British International School Jeddah, KSA
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Revisit Past Editions of TeacherCon

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