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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 14h

We are looking forward to welcoming delegates tomorrow for #CSTConf25. Delegates will explore, through the theme of flourishing, how our school system can move from good to great to deliver excellence, inclusion and equity for all children – and the adults that support them.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 17h

When leaders focus on helping staff and pupils to flourish, everyone benefits. Evidence shows it’s not a trade-off with outcomes, but a catalyst for improvement, says Ambition Institute’s Hilary Spencer. Read more: https://twp.ai/9PXKs1

New CST blog 'How leaders can support staff and pupils to flourish' by Hilary Spencer, Ambition Institute.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 19h

It can tempting to take an incremental approach to school budgets - but some times we need to step back and start from first principles, says IMP Software's Warren Porter. Read more: https://twp.ai/9PXKnp

New CST Blog 'Shaping budgets around what matters most' - IMP Software.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 21h

School trust leaders will be able to get more help with understanding their financial futures thanks to a deepening partnership between the Confederation of School Trusts and IMP Software, our latest platinum partner. Find out more here: https://twp.ai/9PXKo4

New CST Platinum Partner - IMP Software.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 1d

In our brand-new short course, seminar lead Jackie Eason MBE will explore the responsibilities of the careers lead trustee and how the role supports the board’s strategic oversight of careers education. Book your place now: https://twp.ai/9PXOdC

New CST short course: The role of the careers trustee. Starts on 19 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 1d

Dan Gerhardi, Digital Strategy Consultant at RM , explores how data visibility, cyber security, and inclusive design can help every child flourish in our latest blog. As networking drinks sponsor of #CSTConf25, RM is supporting this year’s theme, flourishing. Read more: https://twp.ai/9PXNyg

New CST Annual Conference blog 'What could the Children’s Plan mean for education technology provision?' by RM.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 2d

In our latest blog, Emma Hughes, Partner at Browne Jacobson, explores how trust boards can get it right under the 2025 Academy Trust Handbook, and why transparency, fairness and good governance are key.

Read more: https://twp.ai/9PXOeH

New CST Blog 'Executive pay: How trust boards can get it right'. Written by Emma Hughes, Partner at Browne Jacobson.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 2d

Join RSM's Craig Duff and Richard Mackie on 25 November for part one of our risk assurance masterclass series. Learn how to take a strategic approach to risk in your trust and strengthen decision-making. Book now: https://twp.ai/9PXOb1

CST Masterclass: Risk assurance for school trusts. Led by colleagues from RSM. Starts on 25 November.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 7d

The success of the education system hinges on adults who are well-rested, valued, supported, and championed by society. Our People and Culture conference will explore how we can help the adults in our school trusts to flourish.
Find out more and book here: https://twp.ai/E6CUuQ
#CSTPeopleCulture

CST People and Culture Conference 2025: Flourishing adults, flourishing children
Tuesday 11 November 2025, Birmingham
Book now – last few places

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 7d

Getting the right staff is crucial to helping pupils flourish in our schools and is at the heart of a new partnership between CST and leading talent advisors Anderson Quigley.
They have become our latest platinum partner, offering long-term support to school trusts.

Flourishing adults for flourishing pupils
Getting the right staff is crucial to helping pupils flourish in our schools and is at the heart of a new partnership between CST and leading talent advisors Anderson Quigley.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 12d

In our new podcast episode, Tiffany Beck OBE (PLMR), Samira Sadeghi (CST), and Andy Wolfe (Church of England) explore Next-Gen Governance, why it matters and how boards can act as true stewards of long-term success. Listen now:https://twp.ai/E6CLcv

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 13d

Jen Elliott, CEO at EPM, shares how governance, workforce planning, and operational resilience help staff feel confident, valued, and supported in our latest blog. As app sponsor of CST’s Annual Conference 2025, EPM is supporting this year’s theme, flourishing. Read more: https://twp.ai/9PX8CA

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 14d

At #CSTPeopleCulture Conference on 11 November, Jean Boyle (Stone King LLP) and Natalie Ruane (Just People HR) will explore how reforms in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill and Employment Rights Bill impact trusts and union relationships. Book now: https://twp.ai/9PX9V2

CST People and Culture Conference workshop: 'The evolving employer policy landscape: Responding to reform'. Tuesday 11 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 16d

Our upcoming masterclass series will provide a clear introduction to the frameworks, compliance requirements and planning tools you need to manage estates effectively. Join expert seminar leads from Barker Associates on Tuesday 4 November. Book now: https://twp.ai/9PWxZh

CST Masterclass 'Strategic estates management'. Starts on Tuesday 4 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 16d

Applications for our Professional Communities Manager role close tomorrow, Tuesday 30 September at midday. To find out more and apply, please visit our website:

Join our team - Professional Communities Manager.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 23d

We are recruiting for a Professional Communities Manager to lead the development, content curation, and operational delivery of CST’s 11 Professional Communities.

Applications close at midday on Tuesday 30 September.

Find out more: https://twp.ai/9PVaJL

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 23d

Our Risk assurance for school trusts masterclass starts on 25 November. This three-part series will help leaders take a strategic approach to risk, from fundamentals to effective board assurance frameworks.

Find out more and book now: https://twp.ai/9PVaKa

CST Masterclass: Risk assurance for school trusts. Starts on 25 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 26d

CST members can book their tickets now to our Safeguarding Conference taking place on 15 January 2026 to explore this year’s theme, Connected safeguarding: Navigating the new digital landscape. Book your place now: https://twp.ai/Imq4b6

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 26d

Our Safeguarding professional community meets on 25 September, 09:00–10:00. Dr Jon Needham will share the research published in his new book which explores a new typology of sexting and its practical applications for trust leaders.

Join the community: https://twp.ai/E6ApP2

CST Safeguarding professional community meeting: Thursday 25 September, 09:00-10:00.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 27d

CST members can book their tickets now to our inaugural People and Culture Conference taking place on 11 November 2025 to explore this year’s theme, flourishing adults, flourishing children. Book your place now: https://twp.ai/NTVLuB

CST People and Culture Conference, 11 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 27d

Our People and culture professional community meets on 23 September, 09:00-10:00. We will explore the role of data in understanding culture and how it can be used to drive meaningful change.

Join the community: https://twp.ai/Imq6i7

CST People and culture professional community. Meeting: Tuesday 23 September, 09:00-10:00.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 27d

We've today published our 2025 National School Trust Report.
Created with @eduriocom.bsky.social it represents the biggest and most comprehensive survey of trust leaders' priorities for the year ahead.
Explore it here: https://twp.ai/E6ArZK

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 27d

We have our updated our scheme of delegation checklists guidance for 2025/6. Created in partnership with Trust Governance Professionals and Stone King LLP, the guidance helps trusts ensure this vital document is up to date and meets regulatory requirements.

Read more: https://twp.ai/E6ArWB

New CST Resource, Scheme of Delegation checklists 2025-6

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 27d

We have our updated our scheme of delegation checklists guidance for 2025/6. Created in partnership with Trust Governance Professionals and Stone King LLP, the guidance helps trusts ensure this vital document is up to date and meets regulatory requirements.

Read more: https://twp.ai/E6Atob

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 28d

Join us on 15 January 2026 for CST’s Safeguarding Conference to explore this year’s theme, connected safeguarding: navigating the new digital landscape. CST members can book their tickets now: https://twp.ai/9PVeZg

CST Safeguarding Conference. Connected safeguarding: Navigating the new digital landscape. Thursday 15 January, available to book now.