School Sports Facilities Maintenance: Keeping equipment safe, usable and cost-effective
Investing in sports facilities is only the beginning of their working life. Our earlier Sports Equipment & Facilities: What Education Buyers Should Compare guide explored how schools and education estates can select appropriate equipment and facilities, while Upgrading School Sports Facilities: How to Get More from Existing Spaces looked at practical ways to make current facilities work harder. There […]
The value of early procurement planning
Early planning may help schools identify opportunities to achieve value for money, reduce administrative pressures and make informed use of available budgets. Taking time in September to review anticipated and upcoming needs can help schools: A clear procurement roadmap enables schools to focus on educational priorities while maintaining financial efficiency. How Procurement Services Can Support […]
5 Minutes With… Jashan Bahad, Education Sector Manager at Portakabin
As education providers balance growing demand for space with constrained budgets, changing pupil needs and an increasing focus on inclusion, flexible estate planning is becoming more important than ever. We caught up with Jashan Bahad, Education Sector Manager at Portakabin, to discuss the growing demand for SEND provision, the role of modular construction in creating […]
NGA report urges schools to treat governance as ‘essential infrastructure’ for system resilience
The National Governance Association (NGA) has published a report calling for school governance to be recognised as a core pillar of education system stability, rather than an optional or secondary function. Released during NGA’s 20th anniversary year, The Case for Governance argues that governing boards should be understood as a distinct form of leadership that […]
Is It Possible to Plan a School Expansion without Increasing Carbon Footprint? Balancing Sustainability and Budgets
Estates leaders face a growing pressure point: demand for space is rising, but capital budgets, carbon commitments, and operational constraints are tightening. For many education providers, school expansion is no longer simply about adding new buildings or increasing floor space. Instead, leaders are looking at how they can create additional capacity through a combination of new development, […]
It’s time to secure your place at the 2026 Education Forum!
Registration is now open for one of the most anticipated events of the year – the Education Forum. Be part of the celebration, connect with industry leaders, and discover what’s new in the world of facilities and estates. Explore what’s new across the sector at this ever-popular event that offers you the unrivalled opportunity to meet 1-2-1 […]
VIDEO: What to expect as an attendee at the Education Forum
Step inside last year’s Education Forum as we speak to experts from across the education sector. From innovative EdTech to the evolving needs of schools and institutions, hear first-hand how meaningful connections were made, ideas were sparked, and challenges were tackled. Whether you attended or are considering joining us this year this is your glimpse […]