Premises and facilities

Understand your requirements to display certain information around the school, and read tips on how best to present information in your reception area and staffroom.

Find out what information you should share with visitors to your school and in what format, including safeguarding and practical advice. Also see examples of how other schools communicate with visitors.

Know the rules on hiring out your premises so that you can generate extra income for your school. Get guidance on setting your rates and approving hirers.

The DfE is consulting on whether certain outdoor spaces should be included in the EYFS framework space requirements. Find out how to respond to the consultation, which you'll need to do by Friday 11 July.

Find out what medical accommodation you must provide for pupils, and get advice on the equipment you should have in it.

Use our template asset register to keep track of your inventory and help you accurately budget for replacements and insurance.

Be clear about new requirements for separating food waste from other types of non-recyclable rubbish.

You can only have CCTV cameras in your school if you have a lawful reason for doing so. Understand how the UK GDPR impacts your school's use of CCTV and what you'll need to consider before installing it.