Luke Harris didn't plan to become an education revolutionary. After 16 years in IT, he stumbled into teaching and quickly discovered that most schools are asking the wrong question about technology.

Instead of "How do we get devices into students' hands?" Luke argues we should be asking "How do we ensure every student leaves school digitally confident and capable?" As Head of Computing and Digital Strategy at Bloxham School, he's witnessed firsthand how this shift in thinking transforms everything.

In this episode, Luke reveals why one-to-one device programmes are just the starting point for digital equity, not the destination. He shares practical strategies for embedding digital literacy across all subjects (not just computing), and explains his rigorous three-question framework for evaluating any EdTech procurement.

Luke also opens up about his controversial approach to AI in education. While many schools are still debating whether to ban or embrace artificial intelligence, Luke's students are already using AI tools to sharpen their thinking and improve their revision. He explains how AI has actually made him a better teacher by freeing up time for deeper human connections with his students.

You'll discover how Luke implements sustainable professional development that goes beyond one-off September training sessions, why he believes in "tech-fail lessons" for every department, and how his school approaches the inevitable reality that students often know more about AI than their teachers.

Whether you're a headteacher wrestling with digital strategy, a classroom teacher wondering how to integrate technology meaningfully, or a school leader trying to prepare students for an AI-powered future, this conversation offers a refreshingly practical roadmap for making EdTech work in the real world.

Topics covered:

• Moving beyond device distribution to true digital equity
• The three-question framework for EdTech procurement
• How AI workflows save teachers time for human connection
• Embedding digital literacy across all subjects
• Sustainable approaches to teacher professional development
• Why "infinite education" matters more than finite schooling