Sydney is hosting two major education technology events that will bring together educators, technology providers, investors and policymakers from around the world, as New South Wales seeks to strengthen its position in the global EdTech market.
The NSW EdTech Summit and EDUtech Australia will run across four days in Sydney, highlighting education technology developments across schools, universities and workforce training. The events are expected to attract more than 10,000 attendees, including over 400 international delegates.
The gatherings come as New South Wales continues to expand its education technology sector. The state is home to approximately 300 EdTech companies that employ more than 8,200 people and generate AUD $1.7 billion in annual revenue. Exports account for almost AUD $530 million of that total.
The events are designed to showcase local capabilities while creating opportunities for collaboration between educators, technology developers and industry leaders. Delegates will have access to product demonstrations, presentations and discussions focused on the role of technology in education.
Sector growth
Education technology has become an increasingly significant industry in New South Wales as educational institutions and employers seek new ways to deliver learning, training and skills development.
The sector spans digital learning platforms, assessment technologies, workforce training tools, artificial intelligence applications and systems designed to support educators and students.
The NSW Government is delivering the NSW EdTech Summit in partnership with education providers. Study NSW is also sponsoring EDUtech Australia through to 2027 as part of efforts to support the state's education technology industry across the Asia-Pacific region.
The events are expected to provide local companies with opportunities to connect with international buyers, investors and potential partners. Organisers also see the gatherings as a platform for promoting New South Wales as a destination for education technology investment.
Trade focus
The education technology sector aligns with the NSW Trade and Investment Strategy, which identifies digital technologies and international education as key opportunities for economic diversification and export growth.
Government officials view education technology as an industry that can support both economic development and workforce capability. The sector also intersects with international education, which remains one of the state's largest export industries.
International education generated AUD $21 billion in export income for New South Wales in 2025. The sector contributes to economic activity while helping attract talent and skills from overseas.
By bringing international delegates to Sydney, the events are expected to support broader trade and investment objectives while promoting local expertise to overseas markets.
Global connections
Alongside the conference programme, delegates will be introduced to Sydney's wider innovation and business ecosystem.
The Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner is supporting the visitor experience through partnerships with businesses in the Chippendale precinct near the conference venues.
Organisers expect discussions during the events to focus on the ways technology is reshaping teaching, learning and workforce development. Topics are expected to include digital learning tools, skills training, educational outcomes and future workforce requirements.
"New South Wales is proud to be home to one of Australia's strongest EdTech ecosystems, and these events are a powerful showcase of the innovation happening right here in our state," said Rebecca McPhee, Deputy Secretary, Investment NSW.
"The NSW EdTech Summit and EDUtech Australia bring together educators, entrepreneurs and industry leaders from across Australia and around the world to share ideas, test what's possible and build partnerships that will shape the future of education," said McPhee.
"As technology continues to transform how we learn and work, initiatives like this help strengthen teaching practice, lift student outcomes and build the skills our future workforce will need," said McPhee.
"Through our NSW Trade and Investment Strategy, we are focused on growing high-value industries like EdTech, supporting businesses to export, and strengthening NSW's global partnerships," said McPhee.
"These events highlight why NSW is a global destination for education and innovation - connecting our world-class institutions, cutting-edge technology and international networks to deliver real benefits for students, educators and the economy," said McPhee.