Why Estates Teams Are Quietly at the Heart of Safeguarding
You might not see them in the strategy meetings. You might not hear them in the case conferences.
Mental Health in Estates Teams: The Risk We’re Not Logging
Mark didn’t say a word. He didn’t need to.
The Playground That Cried Wolf… Then Actually Broke
It started with a creak.Then a wobble. Then that slow-turning, side-eyed look that staff give when a bit of playground k …
Say It. Walk It. Log It. Smarter Site Communication
Why a quick face-to-face and the right follow-up system might be the best communication strategy in your toolkit.
🌡️ Thermometer Wars: Are You Really Getting an Accurate Water Temperature Reading?
In the world of Legionella control, close enough isn’t close enough. It’s 8:04 AM. You're in the plant room, standing ne …
The Most Expensive Spreadsheet You’ve Ever Seen
At first glance, it looks harmless. It might even look organised. Rows neatly labelled with asset types, test dates, col …
Your Project Plan is Approved—Now What?
Your school’s project plan has been approved. Fantastic! 🎉
How School Estate Teams Can Say ‘No’ Without Being the Bad Guys
The ‘Can You Just…’ Epidemic If you manage a school estate, you’ll know this scenario all too well. You’re halfway up a …
Would Your Premises Pass the ‘What If?’ Test?
Most school estate teams would say they’re on top of things. The buildings are standing, the heating mostly works, and n …
