🎨 From Dull to Dynamic: Using Colour Psychology in School Corridors 🎨

Transforming School Corridors from Drab Walkways into Vibrant Spaces Corridors have a reputation problem.

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
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19 Jun 2025, 18:28:25

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.

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12 Jun 2025, 14:56:09

Mental Health in Estates Teams: The Risk We’re Not Logging

Mark didn’t say a word. He didn’t need to.

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
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29 May 2025, 11:54:44

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.

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
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13 May 2025, 11:05:53

🌡️ 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 …

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
3 min read
24 Apr 2025, 14:00:20

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 …

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
4 min read
11 Apr 2025, 12:05:39

Your Project Plan is Approved—Now What?

Your school’s project plan has been approved. Fantastic! 🎉

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
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14 Mar 2025, 12:22:39

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 …

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
4 min read
6 Feb 2025, 16:02:04

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 …

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by Richard Melis Richard Melis
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31 Jan 2025, 10:43:50

The Hidden Superpower of Headteachers

When you think about what makes a great headteacher, premises management might not be the first thing that comes to mind …

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Richard Melis
by Richard Melis Richard Melis
3 min read
11 Dec 2024, 13:30:28