Schools that install solar PV can benefit from reduced electricity bills, revenue generation, reduced CO2 emissions, as well as improved education and engagement. Here’s how Eco-Schools can help schools on their solar journey
The British Educational Suppliers Association’s (BESA) Caroline Wright outlines a hopeful future for schools as investment in this key area appears to be on the increase
The 2014 Education Business Awards honoured schools, academies and colleges from all over the country that have taken innovative steps towards achieving excellence for pupils
Performance management software will play an increasingly important role in maintaining and improving standards in UK schools, and can help managers to use their training budgets more effectively. Deputy head Maura Favell describes the impact it has made on The Polesworth School
Learning technology association Naace offers two examples of schools where investment in ICT education has helped deliver a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils
Putting energy saving at the centre of school policy benefits pupils, staff and school finances, the Carbon Trust explains. The organisation shares efficiency advice on a number of key areas
Leading British athletes are taking up the baton of teaching children about the positive role sport can play in their lives, as this report from Sky Sports Living for Sports explains
With reports of poor conditions in schools struggling to meet the needs of a growing population, Education Business reviews a number of projects that may point to new solutions
Nasen looks at the many questions relating to reforms to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and provides some definitive guidance to help practitioners navigate the changes
A sound approach to information destruction can stop private information from falling into the wrong hands, writes the British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) Judith Denny
Kerry Ace, a policy manager with the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), on the importance of having strong, ethical governing bodies in schools
James Lynas, a partner at Winckworth Sherwood specialising in education employment law, highlights easily avoidable human resources errors that can cost schools dear
During a time of reform for the entire education sector, funding changes in special education needs provision require planning. Nasen’s Jane Frisell looks at the new arrangements
A well designed and maintained school roof is vital to avoid costly repairs down the line. Where repair and maintenance are concerned, it is essential to have an understanding of the construction and technology of our roofs, writes Ian Henning from the National Federation of Roofing Contractors
The Barefoot Computing project aims to get primary teachers ready to communicate important concepts in computing before the new curriculum comes into force. Project leader Pat Hughes explains how it works
Abstraction, algorithms, coding and data representation: these are all aspects of the new primary computing curriculum that teachers are expected to teach. School teacher Daniel Wood from Birkwood Primary School in Barnsley shares how teachers at his school are getting their own computing knowledge up to speed before teaching others
Germs thrive in places where lots of people interact in close proximity, therefore schools are a perfect breeding ground for infections. British Institute of Facilities Management member Julius Rutherfoord & Co outlines how schools can ensure their cleaning contractors are doing a thorough job
