Recognised for his work in esports, Kalam was honoured with the Pearson National Teaching Award for Digital Innovation.

Current Role & Contributions: As Head of Education, Kalam leads on the development of programmes and stakeholder engagement across our education network.

Focus Areas: The development of new and existing programmes and working with partners in education.

Goal: To promote esports in education as an innovative and accessible opportunity for all.

If Their Life Was a Movie Title: Game On

“I see the impact of esports education first-hand & daily through engagement with amazing, innovative, pioneering educators. If you haven’t developed an esports curriculum offer yet, why not?”

British Esports

As the national body for esports in the United Kingdom, British Esports are at the forefront of amateur grassroots esports, and represent the national interest on the global stage through Team GB and the Home Nations. From developing nationwide grassroots esports tournaments for schools and colleges to building the world’s first vocational qualifications in esports, British Esports are one of the world’s leading esports authorities, shaping the future of competitive gaming.

Nestled in the vibrant city of Sunderland, the National Esports Performance Campus is the definitive home of British Esports, where innovation, passion and dedication create a haven for amateur esports enthusiasts and aspiring professionals alike. Modern, state of the art performance rooms, offices and contemporary classrooms form the backbone of the campus, which also includes luxurious on-site residential accommodation and a dedicated 5G esports arena next to the Stadium of Light with retractable seating for up to 250 spectators and the very latest in AV and broadcast equipment, positioning the National Esports Performance Campus at the forefront of esports innovation.