CIF results are coming. Here's what to expect — and what to do if yours go badly.

The2026–27 Condition Improvement Fundresults are expected this month. If you submitted a bid in December 2025, you're wa …

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6 May 2026, 15:09:12

DfE SRP 2026: Up to 250 Schools Will Be Selected — Will Yours Be One?

If your school buildings have moved beyond routine maintenance and require total replacement, the School Rebuilding Prog …

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17 Mar 2026, 16:57:34

CDM Compliance: Building Safer Schools and Trusts

A major school renovation should be a moment of progress—but what happens when safety risks and structural concerns brin …

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13 Dec 2024, 17:18:22

How Compliance & Premises Management Software Should Support a Multi-Academy Trust

I've spoken to hundreds of trust leaders this year and wanted to share insights from these recurring conversations about …

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14 Nov 2024, 11:05:09

It’s All About the ‘Big Picture’

Managing educational estates in the UK is a complex task that requires a strategic approach to ensure everything runs sm …

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15 Aug 2024, 09:30:00

Growing Multi-Academy Trusts in the UK

Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) have become a significant part of the UK education scene, and their growth can bring a lot o …

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6 Jun 2024, 16:25:26