Writing and reviewing school policies
Contents
- "Do we need a policy on this?": decision flowchart
- How to develop a school policy
- How to review a school policy
- Non-statutory policies and documents
- Policy review schedule: template and examples
- Pupil allergy policy: model and examples
- School policies: consulting staff, unions and parents
- Statutory policies and documents for schools and trusts
- Statutory policies and procedures (EYFS)
- Which policies should trusts set centrally?
- "Do we need a policy on this?": decision flowchartUse our downloadable flowchart to help you make the right decision on whether you need a policy or not.
- How to develop a school policyUse our step-by-step guide to developing a school policy and download our policy template with guidance on what to include.
- How to review a school policyHere's your 5-step guide to reviewing a policy. You'll find a tool to help you check changes to statutory guidance and advice on assessing whether the policy is working effectively. Use our model statement on equality once you've evaluated the impact of your existing policy on those with protected characteristics.
- Non-statutory policies and documentsUse the tools in this article to help you decide which non-statutory policies would be useful for running your school.
- Policy review schedule: template and examplesAdapt our review schedule to help you keep track of all of your policies, and make sure they're up to date and compliant. Download the schedule to suit your maintained or independent school, or academy trust - and see examples of how other multi-academy trusts have set their schedules.
- Pupil allergy policy: model and examplesAllergy is one of the most common chronic conditions in children. Download and adapt our model policy to help make your school 'allergy aware' and see examples from other schools.
- School policies: consulting staff, unions and parentsLearn what policies you should open a consultation on, and how to best consult with staff, unions and parents.
- Statutory policies and documents for schools and trustsDownload our list of the policies and documents you must have, so you're clear on any changes and can make sure you’re compliant.
- Statutory policies and procedures (EYFS)Find out what policies you need to have in place for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Which policies should trusts set centrally?Use our expert advice and risk assessment to make a call on whether to set a policy at trust or school level. Plus, see examples of how other trusts set their policies.