Issue 129 - 2023 Autumn term

Trust CEO John Camp OBE says becoming ASCL President is one of the proudest moments of his career. Here, he shares his love of education and his mission to ensure that interconnection is at the heart of his year in office.

Rob Robson explores the ethics and practical implications that school, college and trust leaders should consider so that artificial intelligence (AI) can be used safely and well in their institutions.

Taking care of you and your best interests is at the heart of everything we do. Here, ASCL’s Richard Tanton provides an overview of what has been another busy year for his team, advising and representing leaders through challenging times.

ASCL's Julia Harnden and Margaret Mulholland urge the Chancellor to do the right thing in his Autumn Statement by pledging sufficient funding for some of our most vulnerable children.

NFER Research Manager Megan Lucas highlights the devastating impact of the cost-of-living crisis on school recruitment and retention.

Julie McCulloch on how ASCL is working on your behalf to influence government policy.

The latest information from our colleagues across the nation.

Schools and trusts are seeing a significant rise in the number and complexity of complaints received from parents.

Get up to speed with the latest edition of the Academy Trust Handbook.

DfE tool aimed to assist anyone involved with the management of education estates.

Risk Protection Arrangement (RPA) frequently asked questions on reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete.

Performance management and appraisal support for school and trust leaders.

ASCL’s views on education news, as reported in the media.

ASCL is pleased to introduce Teacher Tapp’s School Surveys as a new Premier Partner.

Providing support and care for all ASCL members, past and present, and their dependents.

Understanding national Key Stage 1 and 2 data patterns is important, says Tiffnie Harris. Here, she urges both primary and secondary leaders to use the data to plan ahead.

Emma Harrison reflects on the challenges and wider implications associated with a deteriorating school estate.

Kevin Gilmartin looks at which results will be published in this year’s 16–18 performance tables and what impact this will have on the accountability of sixth form leaders in schools and colleges.

Dr Anne Murdoch asks why is the government so inflexible about qualifications achieved abroad when the country needs skilled people?

Are you finding it difficult to recruit staff? Are there particular roles or subjects you are struggling to recruit for? Here ASCL members share their views.

Headteacher Sharan Matharu says ASCL Council enables her to make a difference to education. Here, she shares her passion for Council, volunteering and heading back to the classroom to learn Punjabi. 

Next time someone moans to you about all the holidays teachers get, just suggest they become one too and wait for the deafening silence, says Carl Smith.