Four Premises Risks That Require Ongoing Control
In school premises management, not all risks can be treated in the same way. Some issues can be planned for over time. Others require continuous control. Fire safety, asbestos management, water hygiene and structural safety fall into this second category. These are...
Many Schools Believe They Are Compliant. Fewer Can Evidence It.
The question is how do you know you are compliant? Compliant to what? The main request for any compliance is now, ‘show me’. Statutory checks are carried out, issues are addressed and responsibilities are understood at an operational level. However, national...
Why the Best Decisions Happen Before JanuaryÂ
Budget planning for the 2026–27 school year has already begun in many schools. For senior teams and business managers, this is one of the most strategic phases of the year. For premises professionals, it is when important decisions are made about...
Urgent Capital Support (UCS)
Winter Emergency Planning: UCS for Heating Failures How schools can use Urgent Capital Support for essential winter works This guidance outlines important changes that schools, academies, and sixth-form colleges need to be aware of when applying for emergency capital...