English Teachers’ Conference 2026 in Milan
English Teachers’ Conference 2026 in Milan
Back to What Matters: Rediscovering the essentials of effective teaching
The Annual ELT Conference organised by International House Milan | San Donato returns on Friday 16 October 2026 for a full day of professional development, practical ideas and meaningful exchange for English teachers.
The 2026 edition, Back to What Matters: Rediscovering the essentials of effective teaching, invites teachers and ELT professionals to refocus on what makes teaching effective: sound classroom practice, principled methodology, purposeful lesson choices and strategies that genuinely support both learners and teachers.
Event details
Date: Friday 16 October 2026
Time: 8.30 am – 4.15 pm
Format: Face-to-face event
Venue: FAST Congress Centre, Piazzale Rodolfo Morandi 2, 20121 Milan
Participation: Free of charge
Booking: Required
Places: Limited
Certificate: Ministry-recognised certificate via AISLi
Who the conference is for
This English teachers’ conference is designed for:
- English teachers working in state and private schools;
- EFL and ESL teachers;
- teacher trainers;
- English language teaching professionals;
- teachers interested in practical professional development, methodology and classroom practice.
The conference is also suitable for teachers preparing students for English language qualifications and for professionals looking for fresh ideas, exchange with colleagues and updates from the ELT world.
Why attend
The Annual ELT Conference at IH Milan | San Donato brings together teachers, trainers and international ELT specialists for a day of learning and professional exchange.
You will have the opportunity to:
- attend sessions led by experienced ELT speakers and teacher trainers;
- explore practical ideas for effective classroom teaching;
- reflect on essential principles of language teaching;
- connect with other English teachers from Milan, Lombardy and beyond;
- visit sponsor stands and discover new teaching resources;
- receive a certificate of attendance valid for teachers’ professional development in Italy.
Ministry-recognised certificate
Participants receive a certificate of attendance valid for the professional development of teaching staff in Italy through AISLi, an accredited body for teacher training under the relevant Ministry regulations.
The certificate is issued to participants who attend the conference in person.
Provisional programme
The programme is provisional. Session titles, abstracts and further details will be published progressively as they are confirmed.
8.30–9.00 — Registration
Arrival and participant registration.
9.00–9.15 — Welcome
Sarah Stats
Director, IH Milan & San Donato
9.15–10.00 — Graham Seed
Sponsored by Cambridge University Press
10.00–10.45 — Chantelle Walsh
Sponsored by Macmillan Education
10.45–11.30 — Coffee break and sponsor stands
Coffee break and time to visit the sponsor exhibition area.
11.30–12.15 — Lucie Cotterill
Sponsored by IH Milan & San Donato
12.15–13.00 — Glenn Standish
Sponsored by IH Milan & San Donato
13.00–14.30 — Lunch and sponsor stands
Lunch break and time to visit the sponsor exhibition area.
14.30–15.15 — Julie Wallis
Sponsored by IH Milan & San Donato
15.15–16.00 — IH Milan & San Donato Teachers
A practical session led by teachers from International House Milan | San Donato.
16.00–16.15 — Thank you and wrap-up
Final remarks and closing.
Speakers and sessions
Speaker biographies, session titles and abstracts will be published progressively as they are confirmed.
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Sponsors
We warmly thank the sponsors who support our annual conference:
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These courses support teachers at different stages of their professional development, from initial qualifications to specialist training for young learners and advanced teaching practice.
FAQ
Is the English Teachers’ Conference 2026 free?
Yes. Participation is free of charge. Booking is required and places are limited.
When will the conference take place?
The conference will take place on Friday 16 October 2026, from 8.30 am to 4.15 pm.
Where will the conference take place?
The conference will take place at FAST Congress Centre, Piazzale Rodolfo Morandi 2, 20121 Milan.
Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to English teachers, EFL and ESL teachers, teacher trainers and ELT professionals interested in practical professional development.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants receive a certificate of attendance valid for teachers’ professional development in Italy through AISLi.
When will the full programme be available?
The programme is provisional. Session titles, abstracts and speaker biographies will be published progressively as they are confirmed.