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 …
🌡️ 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 …
Week Two of Easter: Quick Wins While the School Is Still Quiet
The first week of the Easter break is often spent firefighting – fixing what broke, scrubbing what’s become unidentifiab …
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 …
Fire Safety in Schools: If You Only Read One Compliance Guide, Make It This One
Schools are predictable in their unpredictability. You never know when a pupil will set off the alarm by burning toast i …
