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Are workers free to Air Views Based on Their Christian Beliefs?

Tuesday, 14 July 2015

In Mbuyi v Newpark Childcare (Shepherds Bush) Ltd the Employment Tribunal (ET) found that a Christian nursery assistant was subject to religious discrimination.


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A Question of Sport - PE Accident Prosecution

Tuesday, 14 July 2015

Sports day and athletics are an integral part of most schools summer term arrangements. However, schools should be aware of the implications of a recent school prosecution relating to an accident which took place during a PE lesson.


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The Prevent Duty - What it Means for Academies and Maintained Schools

Tuesday, 14 July 2015

From 1 July, all schools have had a statutory duty to have due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism. This is referred to as the 'Prevent duty'.


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'Everyone's Invited' FAQs - Reporting to the ESFA

Wednesday, 21 April 2021

The recent publication of 'Everyone's Invited' has raised many questions for academies and schools. In this article, we answer some common questions on reporting serious incidents to the ESFA.

'Everyone's Invited' FAQs - Reporting to the ESFA

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Attendance FAQs for Academies

Tuesday, 01 June 2021

We answer to some of your most frequently asked questions regarding school attendance.

Attendance FAQs for Academies

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Can We Begin to Reopen Our Sports or Arts Facilities for Commercial Lettings?

Wednesday, 02 June 2021

We are aware that many schools have suffered financial losses under commercial lettings arrangements, whether with regards to the hire of music or drama facilities or, in most cases, sports and/or leisure facilities.

Can We Begin to Reopen Our Sports or Arts Facilities for Commercial Lettings?

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Can We Offer Wraparound Provision and Extra-Curricular Activities?

Wednesday, 02 June 2021

With a return to face to face teaching for pupils, schools are likely considering their provision of wraparound and extra-curricular activities.

Can We Offer Wraparound Provision and Extra-Curricular Activities?

Articles & Blogs Academies & MATs Coronavirus (Covid-19) Data Protection

Coronavirus - Test & Trace FAQs for Academies & Maintained Schools

Tuesday, 29 September 2020

Navigating data protection compliance often requires a careful balance between the rights and wishes of individuals on the one hand against the wider benefits of using and sharing personal data.

Coronavirus - Test & Trace FAQs for Academies & Maintained Schools

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Cyber Security in the Education Sector

Wednesday, 21 April 2021

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has recently issued an alert to the education sector regarding the increase in targeted cyber-attacks.

Cyber Security in the Education Sector

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Education, Health and Care Plans FAQs for Academies & MATs

Tuesday, 01 June 2021

We answer some of our most frequently asked questions surrounding Education Health and Care Plans.

Education, Health and Care Plans FAQs for Academies & MATs

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Employment Rates Round-up - What Academies and Schools Need to Know

Friday, 23 April 2021

April brings the annual increase to rates and limits such as compensation limits, National Living Wage, and more. We've set out the changes academies and schools need to know.

Employment Rates Round-up - What Academies and Schools Need to Know

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Extra-Curricular Activities and Hiring School Premises to Third Parties

Wednesday, 02 June 2021

Schools are permitted to work with external coaches, clubs and organisations for both curricular and extra-curricular activities if they are satisfied that it is safe to do so.

Extra-Curricular Activities and Hiring School Premises to Third Parties

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Guidance on ESS' SIMS Contract Renewal

Thursday, 16 December 2021

Education Software Solutions Ltd (ESS) recently took the decision to change the renewal term for its SIMS Annual Entitlement contracts from one year to three years.

Guidance on ESS' SIMS Contract Renewal