HUNDREDS of teachers and union representatives are expected to converge on the Reebok Stadium for one of the country's largest education conferences.

The two-day exhibition and conference will include seminars on major issues affecting all aspects of teaching, such as performance management, workload, making lunchtimes more positive and meeting the needs of gifted pupils.

Parents are also welcome to attend any of the events which will be held on Thursday and Friday, October 17 and 18.

Admission is completely free of charge and more information is available by visiting the website at www.educational-exhi bitions.com or by phoning 0208 445 1757.