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Weekly e-newsletter 26/09/2025

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26/09/2025

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Newsletter in brief


Shape the future of education
Complete NGA’s 10-minute survey to influence DfE policy on SEND, exclusions, funding, attendance, executive pay and more.


Resources this week
Attendance policies, exclusions guidance, and preparing for exclusion panels.


DfE fraud guidance
New advice on prevention, detection and reporting. Read NGA’s blog on fraud risks in schools and trusts.


SEND reform call
Charities urge more investment in speech and language support. Use NGA’s SEND monitoring tool to evaluate training and outcomes.


Chair programmes
NGA’s specialist training equips chairs with the skills and confidence to lead effective


Research spotlight
IFS: two-child limit has no impact on school readiness but wider effects on families remain. Explore NGA’s disadvantage toolkits.


Governing Matters autumn
Latest issue covers governance principles, parental complaints, and NGA’s work with DfE.


Trustee elections
Open to South East, South West and East Midlands members. Info session: 2 Oct. Deadline: 20 Oct.


Events this autumn
Local governance in MATs – 7 Oct
Young Governors Network – 8 Oct
LA Partners Network – 14 Oct
Ofsted inspections with HMCI – 15 Oct