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Get up to speed with key changes to the statutory suspension and permanent exclusion guidance, in effect from 26 July 2026, including a new safeguarding protocol and updated expectations for managed moves and governing board monitoring.

Read more here 👇 https://t.co/2F1cyA9zq2

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Managing a complaint against a headteacher or CEO 💬

We've launched a new eLearning course for governors and trustees who have been tasked with managing a complaint against a headteacher or CEO.

Start the course 👇 https://t.co/9kybpYF2ls

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Learn how your board can provide strategic oversight on restrictive interventions, including the use of reasonable force.

Read more here 👇

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This week’s top sector stories 📰

⚠️ NFER warns uneven SEND pupil distribution could put reforms at risk.

🏫 Ofsted acknowledges link between pupil deprivation and lower achievement judgements.

🧠 Safeguarding experts warn DSLs risk becoming overwhelmed.

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⚖️ SEND reform plans move forward through government’s proposed ‘education for all’ bill.

✊ The NEU will formally ballot teachers on strike action amid disputes over funding.

📉 Teachers’ Pension Scheme withdrawals nearly doubled since 2020.

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Strong governance plays a vital role in school improvement.

This guide explores practical ways governing boards can demonstrate their impact through effective challenge, support and strategic leadership 👇

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🗣️ A need for “high-quality education, underpinned by a commitment to improvement.”

📈 Rise in primary school suspensions, while secondary rates fall.

🧩 Children might be labelled “early" with SEN.

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🏛️ The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act is now law

⚠️ Staffing shortages may prevent occupational therapists from providing adequate support for pupils

👥 Teaching in sets may not be harmful for pupils with low prior attainment

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The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 is now law.

It gives the government the power to introduce new requirements to better protect children and raise standards in education.

Read more here 👇https://t.co/pa2xHydRKE

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Traded services can help you to make the most of an area your trust excels in, boost your trust’s income and extend its impact beyond your own schools 📈

Get a simple overview with our new resource 👇https://t.co/P1HCZD7n47

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🎒 New guidance for pupils starting reception

📵 Mobile phone ban guidance to become statutory

📉 Primary schools could face a £288 million funding shortfall

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Summer term meetings are just around the corner ☀️

If you’re starting to think about your next governing board agenda, we’ve pulled together some helpful prompts and suggested items to make planning that bit easier 👇

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Here are this week’s top sector stories 📰

🍎 The DfE is seeking views on updating the School Food Standards

🗓️ Almost 2 in 3 teachers worldwide are working nearly an extra day a week

📉 Vacancies for teaching jobs in secondary schools are at their lowest point in 9 years

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Find out about the government's new legislation, which aims to improve working rights and conditions.

Learn when the changes are coming into force, so you can support your school leaders to be prepared 👇
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Here are this week’s top sector stories 📰

🛸 35% rise in pupils saying misinformation is an issue in schools

💷 Average primary will receive £14,000 and secondaries £48,000 next year

👎 Sixth forms raise concerns over 0.5% funding rise

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Effective governance isn’t just about structures - it relies on strong professional relationships 💪

In this piece for The Hoot, Adam Kohlbeck and Chris Passey explore the often overlooked role of the deputy head and why it matters for governance 👇

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📈 Complaints to Ofsted up 5% year-on-year

📚 English hubs expanding to secondary schools from Sept

🏫 6 in 10 leaders report racial harassment in schools (ASCL)

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SEN funding can be complex and governors play an important role in making sure it’s used effectively.

That means understanding where funding comes from, how it’s spent, and asking the right questions to make sure pupils are getting the support they need 👇https://t.co/IHYWUN6oPq

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What does effective governance look like when it comes to behaviour?

Find out how to fulfil your role in promoting good behaviour as part of a whole-school approach 👇https://t.co/iln0wtMjyl

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If Ofsted called tomorrow, would your board feel ready?

Use our guidance and checklist to feel confident that, when Ofsted visits one of your schools, you know your trust inside out and can speak with confidence 👇

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