Advances in AI technologies are creating new and evolving safeguarding challenges for schools. The increasing availability of AI tools has made it easier than ever to create, alter and repurpose images, raising significant concerns about privacy, consent and online safety. Alex Dave, safeguarding lead at edtech charity LGfL – The National Grid for Learning, explores the issue

The Education Estates Strategy sets out an ambitious long-term plan to renew and modernise schools and colleges in England. But funding and programmes alone will not determine whether it succeeds. Delivery will depend on whether the education sector can build a professional, skilled and resilient facilities management function for the decade ahead, writes Mike Agate from IWFM

The most significant barriers to equitable recruitment are rarely obvious. Natalie Turner, recruitment manager at Shaw Education Trust, argues that by rethinking everything from job adverts to application processes, schools can widen access to talent, strengthen retention and foster a more inclusive culture

Autistic pupils are often held back not by their ability, but by school environments that fail to meet their needs. Stephanie Smith, head of school at The Cavendish School, outlines five practical ways schools can create more inclusive learning environments where autistic children can engage, succeed and thrive

The government’s schools white paper outlines plans to reform the SEND system, with proposals including a tiered approach to support, increased involvement from health professionals, and funding to make mainstream school more inclusive. We explore the changes

The government has confirmed the continuation of the Inclusion 2028 grant programme, reinforcing its commitment to creating more inclusive opportunities in PE, school sport and physical activity for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

The government’s new Education Estates Strategy sets out a decade-long plan to rebuild, renew and modernise schools and colleges across England, with major investment aimed at creating high quality, safer, more inclusive and climate-resilient learning environments

As Martyn’s Law is due to come into effect in 2027, educational settings will be required to strengthen their preparedness for potential terrorist threats. So what does this new legislation mean for schools?

As schools respond to new enrichment expectations, Matt Healey, adventure lead at the Field Studies Council, explores how outdoor learning can help young people build resilience, confidence and the skills to thrive in an unpredictable world

Alex Dave, safeguarding lead at edtech charity LGfL – The National Grid for Learning, shares practical guidance to help schools develop a clear, effective AI policy that strengthens safeguarding and supports staff to help ensure AI is used safely across the school community