"We've Got a Guide to AI Which Helps Students Use It Responsibly"- BBC Bitesize Interview| Bett 2026

At Bett Show 2026, The CPD Group's COO, Andy Donnachie, sat down with Sophie Phipson, Researcher at BBC Bitesize, and Ajai Singh, Journalist and School Governor at BBC Bitesize, to discuss the biggest challenges facing educators today and the innovative solutions BBC Bitesize is bringing to classrooms across the UK. This insightful interview explores how BBC Bitesize is tackling AI in education, supporting SEND learners, and creating engaging resources that meet students where they are. In this interview, we discuss the growing challenge of AI-generated homework and how teachers can navigate authenticity in student work, the rising complexity of SEND support in primary schools and how BBC Bitesize is providing resources for parents and educators. BBC Bitesize's innovative new Roblox geography game that teaches decision-making and problem-solving through real-world scenarios, their comprehensive AI guide helping students use technology responsibly and understand its applications in major UK corporations, teaching students that not every decision has a simple "reward answer" - embracing nuance and critical thinking, resources including sensory stories for autistic pupils, home education materials, and parent toolkits written by educational consultants and doctors, and how BBC Bitesize is constantly publishing new content to support educators, students, and families. Whether you're a teacher navigating AI challenges in the classroom, a parent supporting a child with SEND, or an education professional interested in innovative learning tools, this conversation offers valuable insights into how BBC Bitesize is evolving to meet the needs of modern education.