Creating Positive School Environments: 10 Small Upgrades with Big Impact
When we think about improving schools, we often imagine high-cost projects or large-scale renovations. However, some of …
The Real Reason Things Aren’t Getting Done (and It’s Not What You Think)
When I sit down with an estate team at a multi-academy trust (or a large independent school), a common theme emerges. It …
Primary Schools: A Different Approach to Premises Management
I recently attended my daughter’s primary school for her violin choir show. It was one of those events where parents, gr …
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 …
Asbestos in Schools
Last week, I found myself at a safety conference, sipping lukewarm coffee and half-listening to the keynote speaker. Tha …
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 …
From Boilers to Busted lab equipment: How PPM Can Transform Your School
Let's be honest – schools have a lot on their plates. From educating students to managing budgets, there's always someth …
Community Spirit and the Power of School Resource Management
This past weekend, I attended the local school fair and was struck by the strong sense of community. The event was vibra …
The Benefits of Centralising School Premises Data
Realising the Power of Centralised Data Just the other day, I had a fascinating conversation with the operations manager …
Navigating the Funding Maze: How Software Can Make Every Penny Count in Schools
Let’s talk about something that’s on the minds of many schools: money, or more accurately, the lack of it. Schools are r …