New Enrichment Benchmarks Put School Spaces in Focus
Schools across England are being encouraged to take a more structured approach to enrichment following the publication of a new government framework designed to broaden the experiences available to children
Government to cut costs for parents ahead of new school year
From September, 1,400 more schools get free breakfast clubs, branded uniform costs are capped, saving families up to £1,000 a year on school costs. Families will see the cost of
Securing Funding and Optimizing Spend for UK School Estates in 2026 – A Forward-Thinking Path to Excellence
Recapping: We’ve covered announcements and needs; now, as our network schools, seize 2026’s funding to excel. Picture optimized spends creating thriving environments— with £67 billion in core budgets and multi-year
The 2025 UK Budget and the Future of SEND
Risk, Reform — and a £20 Billion “Timebomb” The 2025 Autumn Budget — and the accompanying declaration that the central government will take over funding for special educational needs and
Navigating the Condition Improvement Fund
A Comprehensive Guide for Eligible Schools As schools across England face aging infrastructure and rising maintenance costs, the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) remains a critical resource for addressing urgent building
Maximising the Primary PE and Sport Premium
A Comprehensive Guide for School Leaders in 2025/26 As the new academic year begins on October 6, 2025, primary school leaders across England face a complex landscape: escalating operational costs,
Unlocking Early Years Potential
A Guide to the School-Based Nursery Capital Grant Phase 2 As school leaders across England gear up for the next wave of childcare expansion, the Department for Education (DfE) is
Urgent Action Required To Secure Green Energy Savings
Urgent Call to Action: School Leaders in Scotland and Wales – Seize the Moment to Lock in Green Energy Savings Before Policy Shifts Close the Door The clock is ticking.
Maximising level 7 apprenticeship funding before deadline
The looming changes to the UK Apprenticeship Levy are causing ripples across industries. For some sectors which often rely on Level 7 apprenticeships to address leadership skills gaps and workforce
Three Weeks to Secure School Essentials
As the summer break draws to a close, the next three weeks mark a pivotal period for UK school leaders preparing for the 2025/26 academic year. With the term starting
Schools Urged to Unlock EV Revenue
The School Network, a leading advocate for educational excellence and sustainability, calls on UK school leaders to seize the £63 million Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Grant, announced on 13 July
Schools Must Act on £6.5B Funding
The School Supply Store & Network, a leading advocate for educational excellence and infrastructure, urges UK school leaders to seize the moment following the Department for Education’s (DfE) notification of