The Summer SAR Surge: AI-Generated Requests, FOIs and Staying Compliant When School's Out
  July 08 2026

Discover how to manage the summer SAR surge, handle AI-generated requests, and remain compliant with ICO guidelines during school holiday closures.

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Safeguarding Under the Spotlight What the new Ofsted framework is telling us
  July 01 2026

Under the new framework, Ofsted safeguarding has shifted from checklist compliance to a live, embedded culture. Discover what inspectors are looking for on the ground and what it takes to secure a "met" judgement.

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The Governance MOT: Why Every Board Needs a Check-Up
  June 24 2026

An in-depth look at External Reviews of Governance (ERGs) across maintained schools and academy trusts, exploring criteria for independent reviewers, common compliance themes, and practical next steps for boards.

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Summer Shutdown Risk: What MATs and Schools Often Overlook
  June 17 2026

Quieter campuses introduce unmonitored compliance gaps, complex safeguarding crossovers, and reduced leadership oversight. Learn how to bridge these operational gaps to ensure a seamless transition into the new term.

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KCSIE 2026: What’s New, What Matters, and What This Means for Schools
  June 03 2026

Prepare your school or MAT for upcoming statutory updates. Discover key shifts across online safety, mental health, and more.

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Behind the Ofsted Lens: How Governance Really Gets Judged
  May 20 2026

With Ofsted dropping 'best-fit' judgements, governance faces sharper scrutiny. Discover what inspectors look for and how boards can confidently prepare.

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The Changing Role of Premises Staff: Skills, Standards and School Success
  May 14 2026

This blog is based on Judicium’s Facilities ‘Sofa Session’ from the 14th May 2026, with our resident expert Joanne Fisher and Neil Merry. This blog details best practices on how to manage the expectations of premises staff and key training to support with the role.

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The Do’s and Don'ts of Biometric Data in Schools
  May 13 2026

Learn the do’s and don’ts of processing biometric data in schools. Discover how to manage privacy risks, handle ICO audits, and ensure school compliance.

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Preparing for Benedict’s Law: A Gap Analysis for Schools
  April 29 2026

Everything school leaders need to know about the transition to mandatory allergy safety standards under Benedict’s Law.

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Attendance as Safeguarding: Meeting Ofsted’s Standards
  April 22 2026

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

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