The Autumn Return: Now We Know
Back in June, I published a piece about the SEMS Annual Return with an honest caveat baked into the title: there was sti …
The Impact of Declining Pupil Numbers on School Estates Management
I recently spoke with a school governor about their estate team, and one of their biggest concerns was the decline in pu …
Compliance Strategy: Upskilling, Shared Resources, or Outsourcing?
Keeping a school running smoothly isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about having the right people in place to …
From Manual to Automated: The Evolution of Premises Management
The Evolution of Premises Management The Manual Era: Paperwork, Panic, and Persistence (1990s) Ah, the 1990s. The age of …
Back to Basics: Statutory Testing in Schools
Back to Basics: Statutory Testing in Schools Statutory testing is one of the most critical responsibilities for schools, …
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 …
Tired Estate Teams and Endless To-Do Lists? Software Can Help
In schools and trusts, estate teams often face an uphill battle. The to-do lists are endless, and there's never enough t …
How to Tackle Scope Creep at Your School
Managing the estates of an educational establishment is no small feat. Imagine planning a grand event where every stakeh …
Clunkiness is Holding You Back and What You Can Do About It
In my role at Statlog, where we provide comprehensive premises management solutions for schools and their trusts, I freq …
How New Platforms are Revolutionising Compliance Management in Schools
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, compliance management is paramount to ensure safety, well-being, and operat …
