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...
RAAC and Structural Safety in Schools
The issue of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete, commonly known as RAAC, has changed how structural safety is understood within school premises management. While structural integrity has always sat within the general duty to maintain safe premises, the response to...
Security Management for Schools: Schools Must Be Safe Campaign
In today’s world, schools face a growing responsibility to protect students, staff, and visitors from a range of security risks. While education remains the core mission, safety and security are now integral to creating a positive learning environment. Effective...
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 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 January
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...
Fire Safety Management for School Estates
Fire safety is one of the most critical responsibilities within any school estate. A fire incident can cause immediate harm, long term disruption and severe regulatory consequences. Effective fire safety management requires a clear understanding of legal duties,...