London Handbook

Dear 2024 Exhibitor,

This page provides key details to help you prepare and maximise your presence at the event.

Graphics & Branding

Your stand’s visuals are crucial in attracting visitors. Order high-quality graphics, signage, and displays to showcase your school effectively.

Furniture & Layout

Create a welcoming, professional space with carefully chosen furniture. Comfortable seating and well-organised displays help foster meaningful conversations.

Electrics & AV

Ensure your stand is well-lit and equipped with the right technology. From basic power supply to video screens, the right setup enhances engagement.

Maximising ROI

Thoughtful design, branding, and technology will help attract visitors and make the most of your marketing investment.
For assistance or questions, contact us anytime. We’re here to ensure your success at the show!

Please download the ISS Exhibitor Manual here.

schematic floor plan

Download the latest floor plan (Nov 2024)

Important Information about the Friday Opening and New Format.
Please note that Friday, 8th November 2024, will follow a new format with show hours from 15:45 to 19:45.

To ensure everything is set up smoothly and on time, we kindly ask all exhibiting schools to arrive at the venue from 14:00. This will give you a 1 hour and 45 minute window to finalise your stand before the show opens to visitors.

Please do not arrive before 14:00, as access to the venue will not be permitted earlier.

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to a successful start to the show.

Since 2019 the Independent Schools Show has partnered with Symbiosis as the exclusive supplier of all your shell scheme stand, Audio Visual and electrical needs.

You will find everything to make your stand a success on our easy-to-use online Exhibitors Portal. Just register your details at www.symshell.co.uk to receive your personal username and password.

In your dedicated area, you will find confirmation of your show package as well as simple but exciting ways to make you stand out from the crowd. Discover how to upgrade to full colour graphics, hire furniture, as well choose the latest LED screens and even integrated video walls.

For more information please visit their website: www.symbiosis.co.uk

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Weʼre always happy to help. So if you have any questions, canʼt see what you want or are looking for something more bespoke just contact Vanessa and the Symbiosis team.

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Contact Symbiosis

Vanessa Okell
Symbiosis Client Services Executive
[email protected]

t: +44 207 039 0100

Vanessa Okell

Vanessa is on hand to ensure that all exhibitors make the most of the show, answer any questions they may have and provide guidance on using the online portal system.

Furniture can be hired from Europa International. To see the catalogue and prices please visit their website: europainternational.com

The 2024 order forms can be downloaded below.

Europa Order Form 2024 pdf

Europa Order Form 2024 doc

For your website & social media

As ever, the schools who put the most into our events tend to get the best results so please do inform your audience, traffic and followers about your participation.

Downloads:

Banners and tracking links for your website, social media and newsletters:

Update your listing on this website

Parents use the site to plan their visit and return repeatedly after the show. A good listing feeds your school's website. 50.4% of our visitors click from the listings to school websites.

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