RECOMMENDED: Staying safe with Allegion
Allegion is a global pioneer in safety and security, with leading brands like Briton, CISA, LCN, Schlage, SimonsVoss and Von Duprin. Focusing on security around the door and adjacent areas, Allegion produces a range of solutions for schools along with homes, businesses and other institutions. Allegion is a $2.4 billion company, with products sold in […]
Fifth of grammar schools to use £50m fund for expansion
One in five of England’s grammar schools – thirty-five selective schools in total – are preparing bids for the government’s £50 million Selective School Expansion Fund, according to research from lobby group Comprehensive Future. If all the applications are approved it will mean the schools taking an additional 1,089 pupils annually, amounting to 5,445 pupils over five […]
GUEST BLOG: Are we doing enough to protect children from negative body image?
By Mark Bentley, Online Safety and Safeguarding Manager, London Grid for Learning Take a long hard look at yourself in the mirror, and what do you see? It will probably include an image of your body, but that won’t be the same as your body image, which is shaped by much more than rays of […]
Education Forum – Saving you time, money and effort
We understand that your time is precious and sourcing new suppliers can be tough – the Education Forum is our solution. This two-day event, which takes place on November 12th & 13th at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire, will give you the opportunity to meet with innovative and budget-saving suppliers, face-to-face, based on your own individual requirements. […]
Do you provide Security Solutions to Education? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Education Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in July we’re focusing on Security Solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of […]
Pilot aims to boost early language skills and cut teacher workload
Schools are set to pilot improved measures to support children’s early development in language and vocabulary in the Reception year. The pilots build on two schemes announced by the Education Secretary in April that will improve children’s early language and literacy skills at home before they start school. These include £5 million with the Education […]
RECOMMENDED: Versa optimised multi-use dining spaces
At Versa we understand the needs of schools and know that the right environment is crucial for delivering an inclusive and streamlined dining experience. Our versatile range of fixed and mobile tables helps to maximise space and delivery flexibility without the need for expensive construction or bulky unmanageable furniture. In short, we help to create […]
Learn from the best at the Education Forum this November
The Education Forum is a highly-focused event that brings education facilities & IT procurement professionals together for one-to-one business meetings, interactive seminars and valuable networking opportunities. It all takes place on November 12th & 13th 2018 and is completely free for you to attend – register today. Throughout two working days delegates will meet with […]
ScholarPack cloud MIS solution acquired by The Key
The Key has acquired ScholarPack, a cloud-based management information system (MIS) provider for primary schools. The deal means The Key will be able to offer schools an MIS that ensures they comply with statutory regulations, are able to effectively manage their day-to-day data requirements and support improvements in standards. As part of the acquisition, ScholarPack […]
GUEST BLOG: Gambling in schools – What are the odds?
By Mark Bentley, Online Safety and Safeguarding Manager, London Grid for Learning Have you heard of loot boxes or skins trading? If not, and you are thinking an article about gambling among schoolchildren is not for you – gaming, sure, but not gambling – then you might want to think again and read on… When […]