Association of School and College Leaders

17/06/2026

Teachers and education staff across the UK do fantastic work day in and day out on behalf of children and young people. is a great opportunity to celebrate all that they do and the difference they make every day.

Why not take a moment to celebrate the hardworking, dedicated educators in your life with a gesture of thanks? Visit the Thank a Teacher UK website and send a free, personalised limited-edition e-card. This is a wonderful opportunity to brighten someone’s day and show them just how much their efforts mean to you and your school community: thankateacher.co.uk

16/06/2026

*Summer special joining offer until 12 July*

Join ASCL from today until 12 July and get discounted fees until December 2026 plus a £40 Lifestyle gift card.

With ASCL you're not alone; you become part of a community of 25,000 leaders dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people. When challenges arise, we’re here for you with an experienced hotline team, regional officers, and solicitors ready to help you navigate any professional challenges you may face in your role.

See full T&Cs and details at www.ascl.org.uk/join

12/06/2026

ASCL members: the summer edition of Leader will arrive in your inbox on Monday with features including:

⭐ how to develop the art of calm leadership when the stakes are high
⭐ explore fresh thinking on appraisal and moving beyond performance-related pay
⭐ reflections on using phone pouches in schools
⭐ essential advice on handling complaints, parents, and subject action requests from our the ASCL Hotline

Designed to help school, college and trust leaders navigate the opportunities and challenges in education now and on the horizon, this issue is packed with our customary expert analysis, practical insights, and inspirational leadership stories.

11/06/2026

With the government's publication of its reforms to the SEN system, ASCL SEND and Inclusion Specialist Margaret Mulholland explains why the next six months are crucial, outlines what schools can do now to prepare, and advises on how to create your inclusion strategy in her latest article in SecEd: https://ow.ly/9AOO50ZaoP6

The SEND reforms demand action now. How schools can prepare and build strong Inclusion Strategies.

11/06/2026

A warm welcome to all attending the 179th meeting of ASCL Council in Warwick over the next two days.

For our main theme during this session, we'll be looking at the Schools White Paper.

ASCL Council is our policymaking body. Visit www.ascl.org.uk/council to find out more about the work we do.

10/06/2026

There's just one week until on 17 June - say thank you to the incredible education staff who support children and young people every day.

Resources, activities and how to send a free e-card at www.thankateacher.co.uk

10/06/2026

Ten years on, Jo Cox’s belief that we have more in common than that which divides us continues to inspire people and communities across the UK.

This month, The Jo Cox Foundation is marking Jo’s life, work and legacy with a fortnight of reflection, connection and action.

ASCL is proud to support this important moment and to share the message that building a more respectful, less lonely and better connected society is something we all have a part in.

Find out more and stay connected:
www.jocoxfoundation.org/10years

08/06/2026

It is hard to deny that our society is fracturing and that hate and division are increasingly taking hold. But we only need to look to our schools to find hope for the future, says ASCL General Secretary Pepe DiIasio in his latest article in SecEd

Fracturing of society: The antidote to the age of rage: https://ow.ly/5ZV250Z8Hxe

Amid growing division, schools promote respect, critical thinking and cohesion – offering hope for the future.

06/06/2026

Flexible working can be a powerful lever for retention, wellbeing and workforce sustainability. In this short video, ASCL specialist Louise Hatswell shares more about the dedicated workshop exploring this area at the ASCL People and Culture Conference.

📆 8 July, Leeds
See the full programme and book online at www.ascl.org.uk/people-culture

04/06/2026

*COHORT BEGINS 10 JULY*

Are you a new headteacher or head of school, or aspiring to headship in the near future? There's still time to join Cohort 3 of our Headteacher Essentials Programme with sessions covering the essential topics that will shape your success as a headteacher.

The programme is led by Sajid Gulzar OBE and features an in-person day at ASCL HQ in Leicester and eight online twilight sessions.

Find out more at www.ascl.org.uk/headprog