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School Gates – Delivering Safety or a Safety Risk?
School Gates - Delivering Safety or a Safety Risk? Automated gates have become a regular feature on the school site and for good reason, providing a strong show of physical defence and access control. However, these gates, when not installed or maintained correctly...
What the New Education Estates Strategy Means for School Leaders
Key Takeaways and Practical Actions The Government has published its new Education Estates Strategy: A Decade of National Renewal (February 2026), setting out a ten-year direction for the condition, safety, sustainability and resilience of school buildings across...
Why Premises Professionals Deserve Strategic Visibility Across Schools
Every day, premises professionals carry out the work that keeps schools safe, compliant and ready for learning. Their role underpins wellbeing, supports safeguarding and ensures environments are fit for pupils and staff. Yet much of this work happens quietly, often...
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...
Implications of Ofsted’s 2025 Education‑Inspection Framework for School Premises Management
Background – How the 2025 framework differs The new Education‑Inspection Framework (EIF) announced in September 2025 applies to all school inspections in England from 10 November 2025. It replaces the four‑judgement approach and introduces a 5‑point grading scale...
Lockdown Procedures in Schools: What You Need to Know Ahead of the New Terrorism Bill
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, or Martyn’s Law, mandates UK schools to enhance safety protocols against potential terrorist threats. Key requirements include establishing lockdown procedures, training staff, conducting regular drills, and improving communication. Schools are urged to review their security measures to comply with these upcoming legal obligations effectively.
Preparing for Darker Nights – Safety, Security and Risk Assessment
As daylight decreases, schools face new safety challenges, including slips, falls, and security risks. Staff must reassess risk protocols, focusing on lighting, supervision during activities, and emergency procedures. Regular maintenance checks of external lighting, pathways, and CCTV are vital. NASPM offers resources to improve safety and support schools in these adjustments.
How Dangerous is Working at Height?
In 2023/24, there were 50 work-related fall-from-height fatalities in the UK, over a third of all work-related fatal injuries and a substantial increase over the previous year. Often the causes are a lack of suitable risk assessment and planning, little/no...
Let’s Stay on Top of Electrical Safety in Our Schools
Electrical safety is a vital component of health and safety management in every school. As part of their responsibilities, school leaders and premises teams must ensure that electrical systems and equipment are maintained in a safe condition and that means more than...
Could Your School Survive a Health & Safety Audit Today?
In the world of school premises management, health & safety isn’t a ‘nice to have’ – it’s a legal requirement. But with extensive legislation, stretched teams, and hectic days, even the most dedicated school staff can get caught off guard. At NASPM, we work with...