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Training management doesn't have to be complicated ✨

That's why we created Training Hub.

From assigning training, tracking progress and evidencing completion, Training Hub helps schools and trusts keep everything organised.

Clearer oversight. Less admin.

Find out more 👇https://t.co/2PRKZl9hnE

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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.

Read below👇
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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/sJIlpaG2SH

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How to manage training across your trust with Training Hub 🏫

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

Read more here 👇 https://t.co/5WO4gC2n03

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Introducing Training Hub 🚀

A simpler way to assign, track and evidence training.

Book a live demo to find out more: https://t.co/DwDLk54F21

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This week’s top sector stories 📰

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

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

🧠 Safeguarding experts warn DSLs risk becoming overwhelmed without protected supervision time.

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This week’s top sector stories 📰

⚖️ 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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From September, all school staff will need allergy awareness training under new statutory guidance.

Our new CPD-certified course helps staff recognise allergic reactions, respond confidently in emergencies, and reduce risks in school 👇

https://t.co/QcXhfHTN6k

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This week’s top sector stories 📰

🗣️ 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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This week’s top sector stories 📰

🏛️ 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/bHY6s4017N

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KS2 SATs are scheduled for 11 to 14 May 2026 📚

Download and share this QuickRead with colleagues as a ready-made resource to get them up to speed 👇 https://t.co/gCwrZI8QVL

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This week’s top sector stories 📰

🎒 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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If your family and parental leave policy was written before April 2026, you'll need to update it.

Download and adapt our model family and parental leave policy so you can save time, stay compliant and keep your approach consistent 👇

https://t.co/n28JaiwQTO

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6 in 10 secondary schools experienced a cyber attack or breach last year.

Make sure you’re prepared. Learn what to include in your cyber response plan and download our ready-to-use template 👇

https://t.co/99l8Zfi773

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This week’s top sector stories 📰

🍎 DfE reviewing School Food Standards

🗓️ 2 in 3 teachers working an extra day weekly

📉 Secondary school vacancies at 9-year low

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During the school holidays some pupils might have faced difficult situations that impacted their wellbeing and safety.

Use our article to get to grips with the safeguarding risks that may have occurred 👇

https://t.co/c6TNT3u9bD