Changes and challenges in education

Use our guidance and resources to help you through the whole process of planning your budget and getting it approved by governors.

Get up to speed on the key changes to government guidance that are likely to affect your school this academic year, and find resources to help you take action.

Understand the changes to flexible working rules from April 2024, including the right to request flexible arrangements from day 1 of employment. Read advice on how to respond to the changes, and download our letter to staff and handout for governors about the new rules.

The new handbook requires you to include appointment information in your register of interests. It also gives trusts freedom to enter into leases for certain assets without ESFA approval, and introduces tighter requirements for internal scrutiny in trusts with higher incomes.

School teachers and leaders will receive a fully funded 5.5% pay award.

The draft guidance includes information on responding to pupil requests that relate to their gender, and engaging with parents. Find out how and when you can respond to the consultation.