September resource hub: a head start from us

Get up to speed with what’s new for September 2023.

Make sure they're ready to get started. Use our resources below to brush up on what's required of you and to share helpful information with your new staff.

Review and update your policies in line with the latest guidance.

Find our most popular policies and documents below to help you get started, or use our 'Policy Expert' for more complete policy support.

Be sure your policies and processes are compliant, so you can keep pupils safe.

Round off your INSET day with our staff briefings – each one is designed to support you to deliver it with confidence and ease.

Get your autumn ducks in a row with our checklists.

Get organised and set out your annual tasks.

Get support to start your headship with confidence – whether you're a brand new head or have just started at a new school.

If you're a Whole School member of The Key, or have Leaders+ membership with access to The Key Leaders and The Key Safeguarding, access our resources below:

Safeguarding and child protection INSET pack 2023/24

Safeguarding and child protection: the essentials eLearning

Safeguarding training calendar

If you're a Whole School member of The Key, or have Leaders+ membership with access to The Key Leaders and The Key Governance, share our resources below with your clerk and chair:

Governor training, including safeguarding and induction

Autumn term 2023 agenda items and how to prepare

Clerk's induction: checklist and guidance

If you're a Whole School member of The Key, sign up for our courses below, or share them with your colleagues:

Certificate in Primary Subject Leadership

Behaviour Management Classroom Essentials

Read the top stories and headlines from across the school sector over the summer holidays:

A round-up of the summer's education news