DATE
27 July 2026

LOCATION
HOTA, Gold Coast

DELEGATES
60+

SPEAKERS
15+ Guest speakers 

Leadership, growth and global engagement in international K–12 education

The PIE High

The PIE High brings together a targeted audience of around 60 leaders, recruitment specialists, market experts and student-facing professionals in an intimate, high-value environment designed for meaningful conversation, practical insight and authentic connection.

Whether you're expanding recruitment networks, strengthening school-agent partnerships, enhancing the student experience, exploring new international opportunities, or developing your school's global strategy, The PIE High 2026 will challenge your assumptions and connect you with the people driving the sector forward.

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Expect a dynamic program featuring:

• Honest, audience-led conversations with senior leaders on the realities of running international schools and education organisations

• Data-driven insights into the trends, shifts and market forces shaping international K–12 education across the region

• New research into what prospective families value most when engaging with schools, and how institutions can strengthen the enquiry journey

• Practical discussions on school-agent partnerships, recruitment strategies and building sustainable international growth

• Perspectives on Australia's evolving position in the global K–12 landscape

• Cross-sector conversations exploring how schools, agents and service providers can work together to deliver a stronger student experience

TESTIMONIALS

"I've always loved the networking. I love hearing from all the specialists. There's a lot of variety in all the speakers, which I found really fresh and new and exciting. The PIE High is awesome, we learnt a lot."

Michelle Waters

Head of Admissions

St Aidan's Anglican Girls'​ School

EVENT FEATURES 

Discover a wealth of opportunities at The PIE High. Our events are packed with content and networking opportunities that will help you unlock a world of knowledge and collaboration.

Connect with like-minded professionals in a relaxed but focused environment, where conversations are turned into effective collaborations.

Participate in interactive workshops, expert community sessions, and share the latest intled trends and insights.

Hear thought provoking talks from keynote speakers who have made significant impact in the field of international education.