FM & MAINTENANCE MONTH: Best practice for creating safe and accessible Learning environments
It almost goes without saying that creating safe and accessible learning environments is a top priority for Facilities Management (FM) and Estates professionals in schools, colleges, and universities. With evolving health and safety regulations, fire safety mandates, security threats, and accessibility standards, educational institutions must take a proactive, technology-driven approach to ensuring safety and inclusivity on campus. By investing in fire safety […]
Special School Teachers: Where do they come from? Where do they go?
The National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) has published the second in a two-part research series, funded by the Nuffield Foundation, that looks at the workforce in special schools in England. This research looks at the dynamics of teachers in special schools. How does the leaving rate compare to the wider sector? When teachers join […]
LGfL asks: How well do your staff understand their safeguarding responsibilities?
How well do your staff understand Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)? It’s a critically important question for all Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), senior leadership teams (SLTs), governors and trustees, and it’s not easy to assess. To support schools, award winning ed-tech charity, LGfL-The National Grid for Learning, developed a bank of free quizzes. With over 60,000 quizzes completed, LGfL […]
Registration is now open for the Education Forum 2025!
The Education Forum is a focused event, specifically organised for senior professionals who are directly responsible for their organisation’s Education requirements, as well as for those who provide the latest and greatest products and services within the sector. As a buyer, your pass to attend is fully funded. 29th & 30th September Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow […]
April 2025 is H&S and Environmental 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 April we’re focusing on H&S and Environmental. 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 specialist in […]
NFER: Exploring the special schools workforce – What’s the current picture?
The National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) has published the first in a two-part research series, funded by the Nuffield Foundation, that looks at special schools in England. The research looks at the workforce in state-funded special schools, teacher vacancy rates and data about teachers with qualified teacher status (QTS). The research finds that, on average, state-funded special […]
FM & MAINTENANCE MONTH: 3 steps to future-proofing your campus
As the demands on educational institutions continue to evolve, facilities management (FM) and maintenance strategies are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Today, schools, colleges, and universities face new challenges, including aging infrastructure, sustainability goals, energy efficiency, and the need for smart campus solutions. To ensure learning environments remain safe, efficient, and adaptable, education estates managers are embracing innovative FM practices and leveraging the […]
Rebuilding Schools: Time to think again about the value of fire protection
By Thomas Roche, Secretary of Business Sprinkler Alliance In October, the government announced its continued commitment to the future of education, unveiling plans to rebuild another 114 schools across the country1. This investment presents an invaluable opportunity to ensure that our school buildings are not just fit for purpose but resilient for decades to come. But […]
CREATING SPACE MONTH: The growing role of modular and flexible learning spaces
Modular and flexible learning spaces are becoming essential in both schools and higher education, offering versatile, adaptable environments that support a range of teaching styles and student activities. Senior facilities and estates management professionals and their suppliers attending the Education Forum and Education Technology Forum are leading the charge in redesigning learning spaces to be more dynamic, efficient, and future-proof. Here’s […]
Public funding ‘critical’ for university-business collaboration in England
Analysis from Research England highlights the vital role of the Higher Education Innovation Fund (HEIF) in fostering knowledge exchange (KE) between universities and businesses in England. The findings showcase HEIF’s impact in supporting early-stage innovation, upskilling SMEs, and shaping policy, with case studies and data revealing its role in attracting investment, bridging skills gaps, and improving access […]