The Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) has been confirmed for another year, providing eligible academies, colleges and voluntary-aided schools the opportunity to secure capital funding to keep their buildings safe and in good working order.
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The UK government’s 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy sets out £725 billion of investment to deliver a coordinated, long-term plan for national infrastructure. For the education estate, the strategy signals welcome stability in maintenance funding and strategic planning - but its expanded School Rebuilding Programme raises questions about scale and impact.
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At S2e, we now offer a school security assessment designed to help schools stay ahead of evolving threats while remaining aligned with UK government guidance and the principles of Martyn’s Law. With new legislation on the horizon, schools will be expected to demonstrate that their estates, policies, and procedures are robust, proportionate, and regularly reviewed.
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We are thrilled to announce that the Simon Cole Sports Centre at Manor High School in Oadby has been named a finalist in the prestigious Medium Non-Residential Scheme of the Year category at the ProCon Leicestershire Awards 2025!
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As speculation builds over how the Chancellor Rachel Reeves will meet her fiscal rules in the upcoming Autumn Budget, we take a look at recent commitments made to the education sector, with a particular focus on capital spending.
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Surveyors to Education (S2e) is closing out the 2025 education conference season with a busy line-up of key sector events. Join us at the CST Annual Conference, Norfolk School Leaders Annual Conference, and The Schools & Academies Show to meet our experts and explore how we can help you plan, manage, and fund your school estate.
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The Department for Education (DfE) has opened applications for the School-based Nursery (SBN) Capital Grant, a funding programme designed to help primary schools and maintained nursery schools expand or create new nursery places. Backed by £45 million, this phase of funding will support at least 300 new or expanded school-based nurseries for the 2026–27 academic year.
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Maintaining a school estate means keeping a close eye on hard-to-reach assets like roofs, chimneys and gutters. Drone surveys for your school estate provide a safe, detailed and cost-effective way to spot issues early, avoid unnecessary disruption, and plan maintenance with confidence.
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The 2025–26 School Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) results reveal new challenges for capital maintenance funding. Our latest analysis explores key trends — from rising project costs and regional disparities to the growing misalignment between funding and condition need — and considers what might change as the Department for Education reviews the future of the current model.
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S2e was appointed to deliver the Simon Cole Sports Centre — a £4.1 million sports hall and classroom project at Manor High School. Designed to support a 200-student intake increase and enable full GCSE PE curriculum delivery, the facility also incorporates Net Zero technologies and provides lasting value to the wider community through out-of-hours use.
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We are growing and thrilled to announce several exciting new vacancies to join our multidisciplinary team of architects, building surveyors, engineers, health & safety specialists, and operations professionals. If you're looking to contribute to impactful projects and develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you!
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Last week the Department for Education (DfE) announced the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) outcomes for 2025-26, allocating £470 million for 789 projects across 656 eligible institutions. Despite a 5% increase in funding, this year’s results mark another record low in successful projects and schools, both down approximately 10% compared to last year.
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The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has recently announced the cancellation of the Low Carbon Skills Fund (LCSF), which previously provided grants to help public sector organisations access expert advice and develop heat decarbonisation plans for their estates. This year, the government concluded that the fund is no longer necessary, pointing to the availability of alternative sources of support, including Local Net Zero Hubs.
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We’re excited to announce that S2e will be exhibiting at the Schools & Academies Show (SAAS) London 2025, at ExCeL London on Thursday 15 May 2025! Visit S2e at stand D10 for a chance to win a free Thermography survey.
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We are shining a light on Will Turton, BSc (Hons) MRICS, Associate Surveyor, a vital member of the S2e team who has been with the company since its early stages. His journey is a testament to dedication, hard work, and a genuine passion for building surveying and the education sector. We recently had the opportunity to chat with Will about his experiences and insights.
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The Department for Education have announced The School Estate Management Standards, described as an overarching principle to help schools manage their estates effectively. It represents the first new estates guidance issued by the current government and provides a clearer indication on their approach to school estate management.
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Last week’s Spring Statement offered little new information for those interested in capital spending on school buildings. Greater clarity is expected following the June Spending Review, where the government will outline its plans for spending and key public sector reforms. While we await further details, here is what we currently know about school maintenance funding and 2025-26 allocations.
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The British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) recently brought their ‘Discover Music Theatre’ workshops to students at Fortis Academy. The workshop was awarded to the Shaw Education Trust by Surveyors to Education (S2e) following a competition at last year’s Schools and Academies show, to celebrate BYMT’s 20th season.
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We’re proud to support Active Together’s Young People Hardship Fund, which provides grants to enable students to access sport and physical activity. By championing initiatives that foster healthy lifestyles both within and outside the school environment, we aim to give every child the opportunity to learn a life skill such as swimming and develop a healthy mind and body.
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The DfE has indicated its intention to review the system for issuing capital maintenance funding, specifically highlighting CIF. Our Head of Insights examines the current school maintenance system, explores why it exists and evaluates the implications of changing it.
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