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DfE launches cyber security service for schools amid "weak defences" warning

The Department for Education has unveiled new support for schools facing cyber attacks, acknowledging that the education sector suffers from inadequate digital protections despite being targeted more frequently than other industries.

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Schools May 7, 2026

Operational excellence: The new imperative for school improvement

The education sector is entering a new phase where operational excellence is as vital as educational outcomes. School leaders must now prioritise efficient systems, strategic resource management, and sustainable governance to secure long-term improvement across the sector.

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Schools May 7, 2026

Schools and Academies Show: Live Coverage from London

Stay informed with real-time updates from the UK's premier education event as sector leaders gather at the Excel centre. Schools Week reports live on policy announcements, school standards, and the future of academy governance affecting local authorities.

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DfE launches cyber security service for schools amid "weak defences" warning

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Operational excellence: The new imperative for school improvement

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Schools and Academies Show: Live Coverage from London

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Schools May 5, 2026

Ark academy trust chief Lucy Heller to step down after 22 years

Lucy Heller is to step down as chief executive of the Ark academy trust after 22 years at the helm. The influential multi-academy trust will appoint two CEOs to replace her, marking a significant leadership transition in England's school system.

Schools May 1, 2026

Exam Season Survival: Supporting Student Wellbeing Through Revision, Recall and Rest

As examination season approaches, teachers and tutors share evidence-based strategies to help students navigate this demanding period. The guidance emphasises a balanced approach combining effective revision techniques, memory consolidation, and essential rest to protect both academic performance and mental health.

Schools May 1, 2026

Ofsted inspections pushing headteachers to ‘point of destruction’, union chief says

NAHT leader says schools watchdog for England does not raise standards, amid opposition to ‘Nando’s-style’ scoringSchool leaders are being pressurised “to the point of destruction”, the head of a teaching union has said, as he put the education establishment “on notice”.During a speech to the union’...

SEND May 1, 2026

NAHT conference: Ofsted, SEND and industrial action warnings

As it happened from team Schools Week in Belfast The post NAHT conference: Ofsted, SEND and industrial action warnings first appeared on Schools Week.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

Church of England shelves consultation on multi-academy trust inspections

But it will revisit the plans later this year as Catholic counterparts start thinking about their own framework The post Church of England shelves consultation on multi-academy trust inspections first appeared on Schools Week.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

A tale of two trusts: More academy chains £1m+ in the red, but others improve

'The mixed picture on deficits reflects the mixed financial situations of schools and trusts' The post A tale of two trusts: More academy chains £1m+ in the red, but others improve first appeared on Schools Week.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

Ofsted reforms: How the new school inspection ratings system works

Following the tragic death of headteacher Ruth Perry, Ofsted has replaced its single-word judgement system to reduce pressure on school leaders. The new framework provides separate sub-judgements whilst maintaining rigorous accountability for standards.

Safeguarding Apr 30, 2026

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act Passes into Law

The Children’s Commissioner for England has welcomed the passing of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act, which introduces significant reforms across safeguarding, schools, and children’s services. The legislation represents a milestone in efforts to ensure every child grows up safe, happy, and healthy, reflecting feedback gathered from over a million children.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

When algorithms decide: Lessons from Sweden's school admissions chaos

When Gothenburg introduced an algorithm to manage school admissions in 2020, the promise was efficiency and neutrality. Instead, families faced chaos and unaccountable decisions that disrupted children's education. The case raises urgent questions for UK local authorities regarding algorithmic transparency and accountability in admissions processes.

Schools Apr 27, 2026

New law bans mobile phones in schools as scrutiny of big tech grows

The government has been compelled to introduce a statutory ban on mobile phone use in schools following pressure from Liberal Democrat and Conservative peers. While digital technology remains embedded in education, the new legislation reflects mounting concerns about the influence of big tech companies and the impacts of screen time on pupils.

Safeguarding Apr 23, 2026

Children's Commissioner warns over safeguarding in police strip searches

The Children's Commissioner for England has exposed serious safeguarding failures affecting thousands of children subjected to police strip searches, following the shocking case of Child Q, a Black schoolgirl searched without an appropriate adult present. The findings highlight stark racial disparities and demand urgent reforms to ensure vulnerable children are protected during interactions with law enforcement.

Schools Apr 22, 2026

Calls for clarity over schools smartphone ban

Minister plan to ban smartphones in English schools, but headteachers and campaigners have called for more direction on how to enforce it.

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