Need-to-knows

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The draft guidance includes information on responding to pupil requests that relate to their gender, and engaging with parents.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.

The update includes year group thresholds for teaching specific topics, as well as updated guidance on sharing curriculum materials with parents/carers, and additional content on new subjects including pupil wellbeing. Find out how and when you can respond to the consultation.

KCSIE 2024 has been published. There aren't any big changes this year, but be clear on the most important ones now.

The updated Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework is here, but there are only 2 small changes and a clarification. Be alert to the upcoming changes now.

There are no new requirements for governors or trustees, but get up to speed on the new format for DfE governance guidance.

Get your head around the key changes, which come into force from 16 September 2024.

This year's STPCD sets out a 5.5% pay increase, and the DfE has removed the performance-related pay requirement.

The updated version of the guidance will become statutory on 19 August 2024. Be clear on the important changes, including new requirements.