Providing School Leaders with clarity, advice & guidance to understand the implications of national issues & policy direction.
This summer has seen a wave of important developments in early years education, from the launch of the new DfE Writing Framework to the expansion of Best Start Family Hubs and anticipated updates to the Ofsted Inspection Framework. With changes to statutory EYFS requirements from September and growing national attention on Reception, the spotlight on early years has never been sharper.
To support school leaders in staying ahead, our Early Autumn Senior Leader Briefing will bring clarity to what’s changing, why it matters, and how to respond strategically in your setting.
Date & Time
Friday 19 September 2025
9:30am – 11:30am
Price
£85.00 (exc. VAT) per person
What’s Changing and Why It Matters
The end of the summer term has brought a series of significant publications, highlighting a growing national focus on early years education. From Reception provision to whole-family support, the DfE continues to raise expectations for school leaders to deliver strong foundations for all children.
Key developments include:
DfE Writing Framework
A newly released guidance document designed to help schools strengthen and reflect on writing practice, particularly across Early Years and Key Stage One. This framework is already sparking important conversations around curriculum and pedagogy.
Best Start Family Hubs Strategy
An ambitious plan to roll out up to 1,000 hubs across the country, aimed at supporting families with young children through integrated, high-quality services from birth to five.
Ofsted Inspection Framework Consultation
With proposed changes due to come into effect in November, school leaders can expect new expectations around provision, leadership, and outcomes. Results of the consultation are expected early in the new term.
EYFS Statutory Changes (from September)
Leaders must also prepare for updated statutory requirements, including the implementation of the new EYFS Nutrition Guidance, adding another layer of planning for the start of term.
Why Attend the Senior Leader Briefing?
With so many changes converging at once, it can be a challenge to keep pace, especially when juggling day-to-day responsibilities. Our Early Autumn Briefing brings together everything you need to know in one high-impact session:
Who Should Attend?
Not to be missed by Heads, Deputies, EYFS and KS1 leaders, LA and MAT colleagues who support schools