Building an integrated site security strategy for schools and universities
Educational environments must remain open, welcoming and accessible while ensuring the safety of students, staff, visitors and contractors. Many institutions focused primarily on preventative measures such as CCTV, access control systems and perimeter fencing. While these technologies remain important, security leaders are increasingly recognising that detection alone is not enough… A valuable measure of an […]
Can you help buyers looking for the best FM and IT solutions at the Education Forum?
Don’t miss your chance to meet 121 with senior education buyers on 6th & 7th October at the Education Forum. Pre-vetted buyers all have active budgets and projects for 1-2-1 meetings all from the comfort of your own fully furnished stand. We’ve seen a huge number of delegates already booking months in advance, here are the confirmed […]
July 2026 is Multimedia Technology 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 July we’re focusing on solutions to help your institution with Multimedia Technology. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, […]
Schools warn PE and sport funding changes could hit provision for disadvantaged pupils
School leaders have raised significant concerns over the Government’s decision to replace the PE and Sport Premium with a new Partnerships Network model, warning that the changes could reduce access to sport, physical activity and enrichment opportunities for thousands of pupils. The concerns emerge from a rapid survey conducted by Schools North East, which gathered […]
Sourcing security solutions for education estates: Questions to ask suppliers
Educational environments face unique security challenges. Campuses must remain welcoming and accessible while ensuring the safety of students, staff, visitors and contractors. At the same time, safeguarding requirements, operational risks and growing expectations around incident response are prompting many institutions to reassess their security strategies… Security technology procurement is becoming a more strategic decision. Rather […]
School belonging and staff relationships key to improving pupil wellbeing and attendance, study finds
Creating school environments where pupils feel connected, supported and valued could play a critical role in improving both mental health and attendance, according to new research from The University of Manchester’s #BeeWell programme. The large-scale study, which tracked more than 25,000 pupils across 154 secondary schools in England over three years, found that strong relationships […]
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 […]