In this episode, we unpack the latest inspection data from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), break down changes to the HR1 Form from 1 December 2025, and flag urgent implications of the forthcoming Employment Rights Bill.
With compliance rates falling and new legal restrictions coming into force from 2026, schools need to act now to maintain flexibility and meet statutory requirements.
This episode gives bursars, HR leads, and senior staff a concise, practical update on what’s changing—and how to respond.
Independent schools face tightening regulations and reduced employment flexibility. This episode outlines what’s coming—and what to do next.
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