DfE releases major governance updates
Key updates to the Academy Trust Handbook and Governance Guides are now live – read NGA’s exclusive member briefings for maintained schools and trusts.
Pause in routine Ofsted inspections
No routine inspections until November – urgent and monitoring inspections will continue during the pause.
1.9 million pupils not ready for next stage
New Pearson research shows one in three learners lack the academic or emotional readiness to progress – teachers call for curriculum reform and future-focused skills.
Safeguarding against extreme views – NGA webinar
Join our 16 July session on protecting pupils from online radicalisation and promoting equality. Open to all those governing.
Concerns raised over internal alternative provision
The Difference warns some IAPs are reinforcing exclusion cycles – schools urged to adopt supportive and inclusive models.
New training: Understanding trust members’ role
Short online course clarifies the powers, boundaries and importance of trust members – ideal for members, board chairs and governance professionals.
Climate change risks to schools revealed
Flooding, overheating and water scarcity could impact learning time – NGA urges schools to develop climate action plans.
DfE seeks volunteers for complaints research
Take part in a one-week online discussion to help improve the complaints process between schools and families. Open from 30 June to 7 July.
DfE webinar: Wraparound childcare programme
Join the 3 July webinar to hear how schools are delivering before- and after-school care and how your school can get involved.