Insights
Preparing for ISI inspections- Key insights and practical steps for Independent Schools
10 Nov 2025The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) recently published its annual review of inspections for the academic year 2024-2025, marking the second year of the updated inspection framework introduced in September 2023. The report provides valuable insights into inspection trends and highlights areas where schools have struggled to meet compliance standards. Notably, compliance rates have dropped from 89.5% in 2023-2024 to 84.4% this year.
Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper
07 Nov 2025The UK Government’s Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper has provided much for the higher education (HE) sector to digest.
'Super-universities' - the new wave of collaboration?
21 Oct 2025The recent announcement of the formation of a multi-university group by the universities of Kent and Greenwich is not just a hugely significant step for those institutions, it could be the start of a once-in-a-generation period of change for the sector.
What universities need to know about the October 2025 Immigration Rules update
21 Oct 2025The Home Office has announced a number of immigration changes that will affect international students, graduates and staff recruitment.
Unlocking Phase 2 of the School-Based Nursery Capital Grant Funding: Key Insights for Schools and Academies
21 Oct 2025The Department for Education (DfE) has launched Phase 2 of the School-Based Nursery (SBN) Capital Grant programme, offering £45 million to support the creation or expansion of at least 300 school-based nurseries across England. Schools can apply for up to £150,000 between 24 September and 11 December 2025. This phase introduces important changes and legal considerations for schools, particularly academies.
The full government guidance can be found here.
Academy trust trading companies: time for a compliance health check?
14 Oct 2025Trading companies can provide valuable income for academy trusts, but they also bring regulatory responsibilities. With increasing scrutiny from the Department for Education and Charity Commission, now is a good time to review whether your arrangements are fully compliant. We highlight common risks and explain how a targeted legal review can help ensure your trust’s trading activities are robust, legal, and well-governed.
