Step8Up partners with EmployabilityUK to support 400 young people

Consulting and education company Step8Up partnered with social value charity EmployabilityUK to support National Employability Week (NEW) as it engages more than 400 young people with the world of work. Step8Up supported the week as a delivery partner with an invitation-only workshop on personal branding, coaching learners on how to showcase their value and get noticed by […]
BUILDINGS & FURNITURE MONTH: Balancing heritage architecture with future-ready furniture when modernising historic campuses

From gothic halls to Victorian lecture theatres, many of our most prestigious schools, colleges and universities are defined by their historic architecture. While these heritage-rich buildings bring prestige and charm, they also present unique challenges when it comes to upgrading interiors to meet the demands of modern teaching, digital connectivity and evolving student expectations… Facilities […]
EES Group helps educational institutions lower emissions and improve learning environments

EES Group is a trusted provider of sustainable energy solutions, specialising in LED lighting and solar PV for the public and private sectors. Since 2009, we’ve supported hundreds of educational institutions in cutting energy costs, lowering carbon emissions, and improving learning environments through future-ready technologies. Our end-to-end service includes consultation, design, supply, and installation, backed […]
Government outlines plans for better technology in schools and colleges

The Government has set out expectations for schools and colleges to meet six digital standards by 2030 following a consultation, stating the move we help to end the postcode lottery in access to tech that it says has left too many pupils behind, by preventing teachers from delivering modern lessons and stopping pupils developing digital […]
MULTIMEDIA MONTH: How IT and estates can work together to deploy the best AV

Schools, colleges, and universities across the country are placing greater emphasis on investing in high-quality audiovisual (AV) and multimedia solutions to support modern teaching environments. From interactive displays and lecture capture systems to hybrid classroom technologies and campus-wide PA systems, selecting the right AV partner has become a critical procurement decision for education estate and […]
One third of people with hidden disabilities facing challenges when it comes to accessible washrooms

Almost four in ten Brits with hidden disabilities (37%) say they have been challenged when attempting to use accessible (disabled toilets) washrooms, with many being told they do not look ‘disabled enough’. It is a worryingly regular occurrence, with seven in ten (70%) saying it happens at least once a month. The new research commissioned by […]
August 2025 is Buildings & Furniture Month on Education Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!

Each month on Education Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in August we’re focusing on Buildings & Furniture. 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 Buildings & […]
Are universities tech ready for Gen Alpha?

As the first wave of Generation Alpha – students born 2010 to 2024 – head towards university in 2028, new research suggests the sector is facing urgent challenges in adapting its digital infrastructure, teaching models, and strategic decisions to meet their needs. The report “Generation Alpha – coming to a university near you”, published by education […]
MULTIMEDIA MONTH: Futureproofing Your Investment – Scaling digital infrastructure for the next generation of learners

As digital transformation accelerates, procurement leaders in schools, colleges, and universities are under growing pressure to make futureproof investments in multimedia infrastructure. With the next generation of learners expecting digital experiences, institutions must adopt scalable, integrated and sustainable technologies that not only enhance learning outcomes today but also adapt to tomorrow’s pedagogical and operational demands… […]
Learn from Chaser Shaun Wallace – aka The Dark Destroyer – at the Education Forum

We’re excited to invite you to the Education Forum: taking place on Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th September, at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow – and we have a very special guest speaker lined up. This two-day event brings together professionals from across the sector for insightful talks, meaningful networking, and solution-focused […]