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January Review: Classroom Learning to Live Event Practice
January marked a strong start to the year, with new full-time and part-time course intakes, live event planning projects, extensive venue site tours, industry showcase visits, expert-led teaching, careers mentoring, placements and global virtual masterclasses shaping real-world event education in London.
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Learning by Doing: Experiencing Live Events at EAG Expo
Event School Students at EAG Expo, Excel London For students on our full-time course, the study of event consumer experience goes far beyond textbooks and theory sessions. Our immersive approach to education combines structured face-to-face training with meaningful encounters at live industry events, allowing students to connect what they are learning in class with what is happening in the real world. Last week, this philosophy was brought to life as our cohort stepped into
Jan 215 min read


Back for Winter Term: Inside Our Classrooms at Novotel London ExCeL
There is a particular energy that comes with the start of a new term. Fresh ideas, renewed focus and classrooms once again filled with conversation, collaboration and ambition. Wedding planners with Siobhan Craven-Robins This winter, we are delighted to welcome students back to The Event School London and to share a glimpse of what it's like to study event management in one of London’s best-loved event hotels. Our winter term is now fully underway, with teaching taking place
Jan 182 min read


Helping Your Child Choose with Confidence: A Recognised, Career-Focused Alternative to University
A structured full-time accredited diploma pathway designed to deliver real skills, recognised qualifications and clear routes into the events industry. Choosing the right next step after school or college can feel like a defining decision, not just for young people, but for parents too. You want reassurance that your child is choosing a path that offers structure, credibility and real career prospects, not uncertainty or false promises. At The Event School London, our ATHE Le
Jan 105 min read


2025 End of Year Review. Twenty Years of Excellence, Industry Connection and Global Impact
2025 Highlights at a Glance Celebrated 20 years of The Event School London, marking two decades of premium, industry-led event education Launched the Where Are They Now? series, spotlighting graduate success across the UK and globally Welcomed five new high-profile industry professionals to our teaching faculty Delivered 150+ site visits across London’s most iconic venues and live event spaces Connected students with leading planners and producers at major industry event
Dec 31, 20256 min read


Inside London’s Hidden Event Gem: Learning Events in Real Spaces
Some learning moments stay with you long after the visit ends. This was one of them! One of our favourite photos from 2025 captures a quiet but powerful scene. With Lecturer Siobhan Craven-Robins seated in the main chair and students gathered around her taking in the atmosphere of one of London’s most unexpected event spaces. The setting is the original Masonic Temple inside Andaz London Liverpool Street, often described as the hotel’s best kept secret. This Grecian style te
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Festival Management in the Field at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
Every year, a small number of moments stand out as true highlights of our teaching calendar. This visit to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is firmly one of them. For our Festival Management students, this was not a day out as spectators. It was a structured, analytical site visit designed to explore one of London’s most complex seasonal events through the eyes of an event manager. From the moment they entered the site, students were encouraged to observe, question and evaluate ho
Dec 28, 20252 min read


BAFTA 195 Piccadilly - Industry Insight and Learning Beyond the Classroom
A highlight from our 2025 programme calendar was an invitation to BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, offering our students and team a rare opportunity to step inside one of London’s most prestigious cultural and event venues. Experiences like this sit at the heart of how we teach at The Event School London, connecting learning directly to the realities of the industry and the people who shape it. The visit combined a full venue showcase with a private screening of Conclave in BAFTA’s beau
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Closing out the Autumn Term 👋🏼 🍂 with School Director, Maria O'Dea
As we close the autumn term, our Director, Maria O'Dea, reflects on a season defined by ambition, collaboration and real-world learning. Thank you to our exceptional lecturers, academic tutors and student career mentors who have delivered inspiring, industry-led learning experiences throughout the term. Thank you to our trusted industry partners for sharing their expertise through guest lectures, opening doors to live events and welcoming our students into some of London’s mo
Dec 19, 20251 min read


Behind the Scenes at the London International Horse Show: Insights shared with The Event School Students
The London International Horse Show is a major event that draws crowds from across the country, showcasing equestrian skill and vibrant competition. For students from The Event School London, getting a chance to see the event’s build-up at ExCeL London offered a rare glimpse into the complex process behind the scenes. This visit was more than just a tour; it was an immersive learning experience that connected classroom knowledge with real-world event management and rigging pr
Dec 11, 20253 min read


A Visit to The Oval - Bringing Event Management Theory to Life
Our students and lecturers recently experienced an exceptional behind-the-scenes tour of the event spaces at The Oval, one of London’s most iconic cricket grounds and a standout venue for conferences, exhibitions and corporate experiences. For learners exploring event management courses, sports management courses or considering how to build rewarding careers in events and careers in sports management, this visit offered meaningful insight into how a world-class venue operates
Dec 1, 20251 min read


Inside a London Icon: Event Styling Students Visit Great Scotland Yard Hotel
Students studying the Venue and Event Styling Elective as part of their full time event management courses at The Event School London recently stepped beyond the classroom and into one of the capital’s most distinctive luxury venues. Accompanied by experienced event industry lecturer Karan Dave Kundra, students took part in an in depth site tour of the Great Scotland Yard Hotel, gaining first hand insight into how high end venues approach design, atmosphere and guest experi
Nov 21, 20253 min read


The Power of In-Person Learning: Why Masterclasses in London Deliver Exceptional Value
In a world increasingly dominated by online learning, there remains something profoundly powerful about coming together in person - to learn, connect, and grow. At The Event School London, our masterclasses are designed around that very principle: that the most meaningful learning experiences happen when passionate professionals share space, ideas, and energy in real time. An Expert in the Room There’s a distinct value in learning directly from an industry expert who’s been
Oct 19, 20253 min read


Immersed in London’s Wedding Society - a student perspective from 10–11 Carlton House Terrace
One of the most defining aspects of studying at The Event School London is how quickly students are immersed in the real world of events. From the very start of their course, learning moves beyond the classroom and into London’s most respected venues, placing students directly inside the environments they aspire to work in. Recently, a small group of students attended an exclusive showcase at 10–11 Carlton House Terrace , an iconic address overlooking St James’s Park and a co
Oct 11, 20253 min read


International Students Take Home Professional Credibility, Global Opportunity and a Competitive Edge.
For aspiring event professionals, the decision to invest in further education is one that can shape the trajectory of a career. For...
Sep 5, 20254 min read


Why We Love the Autumn Term!
There’s something undeniably special about the autumn term at The Event School London. As the city shifts into the golden hues of the...
Aug 2, 20253 min read


Celebrating a Remarkable Academic Year | September 2024 – July 2025
As we draw the academic year to a close, we reflect with pride on an exceptional season of the growth and achievements of our students, graduates and learning community. Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence 2025 marks a major milestone, our 20th anniversary. Two decades of delivering premium education to the global events industry is no small feat, and we are proud to continue setting the standard for excellence, innovation and leadership in event education. Our journey is a te
Jul 30, 20253 min read


A Carnival of Creativity at Ministry Venues’ Summer Showcase
The Ministry of Sound Summer Showcase was nothing short of spectacular – a vibrant celebration of creativity, connection, and community....
Jul 27, 20252 min read


Where Are They Now? Karla is in her Dream Job as an Event Designer in Mexico!
"After taking the certification, I'm 100% sure that it gave me an advantage over all the other event designers, because of all the...
Jul 19, 20253 min read


London Christmas Party Show - Festive and Fabulous - Event Industry Learning Experience
Our teaching team believe that learning goes far beyond the classroom. Yesterday, we had the pleasure of attending the London Christmas...
Jul 10, 20252 min read
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