How can education providers create safe, sustainable and inclusive learning environments while managing ageing buildings, rising operational costs and increasing demands on their estates? 

Across the UK, schools, colleges and universities face growing pressure to modernise their estates, address building condition issues and ensure facilities remain fit for the future. In England, the Department for Education’s School Rebuilding Programme is supporting the replacement or refurbishment of school buildings, while concerns about ageing infrastructure, maintenance backlogs and building safety continue to shape investment priorities. At the same time, rising energy costs, decarbonisation commitments, changing patterns of space utilisation and the need for accessible, inclusive learning environments are placing new demands on estates and facilities management teams.

Alongside these challenges, education providers must ensure their buildings provide safe and secure environments for learners, staff and visitors. From managing access and safeguarding risks to preparing for the requirements of Martyn’s Law, institutions must balance effective protective security with the need to maintain welcoming, accessible spaces. Financial constraints, complex compliance responsibilities and the practical challenges of maintaining live education environments make collaboration between estates, facilities, security and safeguarding teams increasingly important.

The Institute of Government & Public Policy is proud to present The Annual Education Estates, Facilities & Security Conference and Exhibition, which will bring together leaders and practitioners from schools, colleges, universities, government, facilities management, construction, security and technology.  

Join the Institute of Government & Public Policy in Manchester for The Annual Education Estates, Facilities & Security Conference and Exhibition, which will examine how to prioritise investment, manage operational risks, improve estate performance and create safer, more resilient learning environments.