Big changes are coming from Ofsted in 2025, and if you’re a UK school leader, SENDCo, or inclusion lead, you’ll want to know what’s on the horizon. Over the past fortnight, the government has published a raft of new documents and guidance. The latest changes to the EIF (Educational Inspection Framework), inspection toolkits and operating […]
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The Children’s Commissioner Report 2025 landed this morning (8th September), and it’s already making waves across the sector. Drawing on insights from over 18,500 mainstream schools and colleges, the report captures the realities of supporting children (aged 2–18), their vulnerabilities, needs, and the pressures schools face daily. For those of us committed to inclusion, it’s […]
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The first days back at school are full on for everyone, but they can be especially challenging for children with SEND and their families. At IQM, we are true experts in inclusion – not only through our professional work with schools across the UK and internationally, but also personally, as many of our team are […]
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Part of the Aldar Education network of schools, Yasmina British Academy stands out as an example of an encouraging, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment. Located in Khalifa City, in a brand-new school campus, all students in Yasmina British Academy learn as a whole school community, made up of 3,500 students across different blocks. Yasmina embraces […]
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From its opening in September 2024, GEMS Founders School (GFA) Masdar City has shown an unwavering commitment to inclusion for its students and staff alike, making it a worthy recipient of the International Inclusive School Award. The school is proud of its thriving and diverse learning community; there are 84 nationalities within the school community, […]
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When new staff join a school, most leaders are confident they’ve got induction covered. Safeguarding? Tick Health and safety? Tick Policies? Tick But when it comes to inducting middle and senior leaders, this standard process often falls short. These roles carry wider accountability, responsibility, and influence, and therefore deserve an induction that sets the right expectations […]
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Creating a school that feels warm and welcoming isn’t just about smiling at the gate. It’s a culture, an ethos, and a strategic decision that affects everyone. Including new pupils starting in September, children joining mid-year, trainee teachers, new staff, governors, parents, and visitors. The first impression of your school often sets the tone for […]
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Inclusion within schools isn’t meant to be an extra bolt-on. Done properly, it sits at the very heart of how a school works. For schools that invest in inclusive practice, inclusion becomes the culture, the daily rhythm, and the shared expectation. Not a once-a-year INSET topic or a quick line in the school improvement plan. […]
We are delighted to reveal our new National Inclusion Champions for 2025-26. Securing the coveted title in the third year of the award are: Oaklands School Leicester, Mill Hill Nursery School Sunderland, Castleway Nursery, Kingsnorth Primary School Kent, Bush Hill Park Primary School Enfield, Athelney Primary School London, Babington Academy Leicester and Broadway Academy Birmingham. […]
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We are delighted to announce that The Brow Community Primary School is the first in a targeted cohort of Halton schools to achieve IQM Centre of Excellence status! The Brow Community Primary School is a shining example of how inclusive practice can transform the lives of learners. Mike Stapleton-Chambers, Head of Service for the Deliver […]
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Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal School is described by our assessor as “more than a school, it is a living, breathing ecosystem of equity, dignity, and aspiration.” It is these high aspirations of staff and students alike that form the building blocks of a truly inclusive school. Inclusive culture is at the heart of everything […]
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We are thrilled to announce that Al Shohub Private School is the first Aldar Education school to receive the prestigious International Centre of Excellence Award. Our assessor noted that Al Shohub “liv[es] inclusion at its finest”, and this is clearly seen in a strong, vibrant community of learners, who are full of praise and admiration […]
The only national award for inclusion in the UK, IQM has been committed to recognising exemplary inclusive schools for over 20 years and in over 20 countries around the world. The three awards allow schools and organisations to celebrate their inclusive practice against nationally recognised framework.
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