SEND pressures concentrated in minority of schools, impacting government plans – research
Growing concentrations of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in a minority of mainstream schools are placing increasing strain on school infrastructure, staffing and resources, according to new research from the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER). The report warns that the Government’s ambition to create a more inclusive mainstream education system could […]
Learn what Martyn’s Law means for schools, colleges and universities at the Education Forum
The Education Forum is taking place in October, where top speakers such as Figen Murray, Embassador & Campaigner at Martyn’s Law, will be sharing her experience and knowledge. 6th & 7th October 2026 Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow Free attendance – Book Now! (Places are limited) Seminar: “Martyn’s Law – Royal Assent: What this means within Education” Figen Murray is the […]
CATERING MONTH: Why catering procurement is becoming more strategic
Catering services are playing an increasingly important role across schools, colleges and universities, with growing expectations around student wellbeing, sustainability, operational efficiency and food quality. As a result, selecting the right catering partner is becoming a far more strategic decision institutions attending the Education Forum. Beyond meal provision alone, catering providers are now expected to […]
Confident procurement for pressured school budgets
With budgets under pressure and teams being asked to do more with less, schools need procurement support they can rely on. Procurement Services helps education leaders buy with confidence through compliant, practical solutions that can help to reduce risk, save time, and support better value for money so you can stay focused on delivering for […]
June 2026 is Security Month on Education Briefing – Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Education Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in June we’re focusing on solutions to help your institution with Security. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if […]
CATERING MONTH: Why catering is becoming central to Net Zero strategies in eduction
Sustainability targets are increasingly influencing operational decision-making across schools, colleges and universities attending the Education Forum, and catering services are emerging as a major focus area for estates and facilities management teams… From food sourcing and packaging to waste reduction and energy consumption, catering operations can represent a significant contributor to an institution’s wider environmental […]
Agentic AI could overwhelm university research funding systems
Universities and research institutions may need to rethink how they manage research funding and academic support services as the rise of ‘agentic AI’ threatens to overwhelm existing grant application systems, according to new analysis from UCL researchers. Writing in Nature, Professors Geraint Rees and James Wilsdon warn that increasingly advanced AI tools are fundamentally changing […]
Register Now: Free CPD EAL Conference in Manchester on 25th June
Schools across Greater Manchester and beyond are invited to attend an in-person EAL conference in Manchester on Thursday 25th June, hosted by FlashAcademy®. Improving outcomes for EAL learners is designed for senior leaders, EAL coordinators and classroom practitioners. The event will focus on assessment, evidencing and achievement for multilingual learners through practical, interactive CPD that can be […]
College-industry partnership highlights growing need for industry-ready learning environments
A new partnership between West Herts College and Kedrion Biopharma is underlining the increasing importance of aligning education estates with real-world industry requirements, particularly in high-tech sectors such as life sciences. The collaboration, based in Hertfordshire, is providing students with hands-on experience, mentoring and exposure to careers in biopharma, a sector that continues to expand […]
ENVIRONMENTAL x HEALTH & SAFETY MONTH: Using digital tools to monitor, report and reduce risk across multi-site university estates
For university estates teams, managing health and safety is a complex, multi-layered challenge. Large campuses, multiple buildings, diverse users and extended operating hours all contribute to a dynamic and often fragmented risk landscape. Universities attending the Education Forum are increasingly turning to data-driven safety strategies, using digital tools to gain real-time visibility, improve compliance and make more […]