keeping you in the know

Blogs covering compliance and HR for schools and trusts

From KCSIE updates to Ofsted changes, our regular blogs will keep you informed on what's happening across the sector. 

 

 

Safeguarding FAQs: Ask the Experts

5th November 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding

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Safeguarding FAQs: Ask the Experts

Ahead of our Annual Safeguarding Virtual Conference, our safeguarding experts explored the importance of challenging assumptions, strengthening...

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Fire Safety Failures: What Recent Audits are Revealing

4th November 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire

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Fire Safety Failures: What Recent Audits are Revealing

Our latest blog focuses on common findings from recent health and safety audits and fire risk assessments, along with practical steps schools can take...

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Benedict’s Law in Force: Closing the Compliance Gaps in Allergy Safety

14th October 2026 | Sofa Sessions

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Benedict’s Law in Force: Closing the Compliance Gaps in Allergy Safety

Benedict's Law is now in force, but what challenges are schools and trusts facing now? Read our latest blog.

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Attendance as Safeguarding: Meeting Ofsted’s Standards

22nd April 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding

Attendance as Safeguarding: Meeting Ofsted’s Standards

Attendance is the essential foundation for pupil safety. This roadmap explores how to move beyond data management to build a proactive whole-school...

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Martyn’s Law: Reducing Risk and Raising Readiness in Schools

15th April 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire

Martyn’s Law: Reducing Risk and Raising Readiness in Schools

Learn how the Martyn's Law impacts your school. From staff awareness to site-specific drills, discover how to meet Standard Tier requirements through...

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Whistleblowing Protections for Sexual Harassment from April 2026

14th April 2026 | HR & Employment Law

Whistleblowing Protections for Sexual Harassment from April 2026

The ERA has introduced increased worker protections, and in this article, we will focus on the new protections for sexual harassment. From 6 April...

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Navigating Complex and AI-Generated School Complaints

25th March 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Governance & Clerking

Navigating Complex and AI-Generated School Complaints

This is a summary taken from Judicium’s Governance ‘Sofa Session’ from the 25th March, with our Governance Expertise and Partnership Lead, Steve...

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Data Retention in Schools – Your Key to Unlocking Effective Data Breach Management

18th March 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Data Protection

Data Retention in Schools – Your Key to Unlocking Effective Data Breach Management

Understand the link between data retention and effective breach management in schools. This article covers the fundamental building blocks of a...

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Strengthening Allergen Safety in Schools: What the New Guidance Means for Health and Safety

11th March 2026 | H&S and Fire

Strengthening Allergen Safety in Schools: What the New Guidance Means for Health and Safety

This blog discusses new statutory guidance coming into effect in September 2026, with compulsory updates for schools across England regarding...

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Judicium Shortlisted for MAT Excellence Awards 2026!

5th March 2026 |

Judicium Shortlisted for MAT Excellence Awards 2026!

Judicium Education has been shortlisted for the MAT Excellence Awards 2026 in Company of the Year and Trust Collaboration categories.

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Permit to Work or Permit to Risk? Managing Contractors Safely in Schools and Trusts

3rd March 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire

Permit to Work or Permit to Risk? Managing Contractors Safely in Schools and Trusts

This blog is based on Judicium’s Health and Safety ‘Sofa Session’ from the 4th March 2026, with our resident expert Isthar Pearce. In this blog,...

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How Schools and Academy Trusts Can Improve Their Recruitment Strategy

25th February 2026 | HR & Employment Law | People Matters

How Schools and Academy Trusts Can Improve Their Recruitment Strategy

In this blog, we will explore effective strategies that school and academy trust leaders can use to attract top talent and sustain a strong,...

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Strengthening Decision Making: How to Prepare for An Independent Review Panel

24th February 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Governance & Clerking

Strengthening Decision Making: How to Prepare for An Independent Review Panel

This is a summary taken from Judicium’s Governance ‘Sofa Session’ from the 25th February, with our Governance Expertise and Partnership Lead,...

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Employment Rights Act: What's coming in April and How Can You Prepare?

23rd February 2026 | HR & Employment Law

Employment Rights Act: What's coming in April and How Can You Prepare?

Over the coming months, we’ll unpack key changes, timelines, and practical steps your HR or leadership team in a school or multi-academy trust (MAT)...

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Caught on Camera: Getting CCTV Right in Schools

11th February 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Data Protection

Caught on Camera: Getting CCTV Right in Schools

This is a summary taken from Judicium’s DPO ‘Sofa Session’ from the 11th February, with our Data Protection consultant, Shaafah Mohamed. This...

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