Independent Sector News

Information and updates focused on issues which impact on leaders working within the independent schools sector

May 2026
(including the updated Independent School Stnadards guidance, consultation responses, overseas schools' groups, online forum for leaders in independent schools, supply agency framework, ASCL local representatives)

February 2026
(including a summary of the Schools White Paper, Independent Sector Forum, a summary of ASCL Council., school closures, KCSIE 2026, smartphone ban, industrial action changes)

January 2026
(including Permanent Secretary Stakeholder Group, Lumina Tutoring volunteering opportunity, use of restrictive force guidance, Leadership Appointment Service)

For past editions, please see the archive pages on the left menu bar or contact communications@ascl.org.uk