1 Workshop series two

Leading and Managing an Education Estate: Taking Strategic Action

When funding is neither guaranteed nor sufficient and when data is never perfect, how can trust and estates leaders take strategic action whilst dealing with the day-to-day pressures of keeping our school buildings open and safe? This interactive session explores the realities of strategic estates leadership — balancing long-term planning with the courage to act when the conditions are less than ideal. Our speakers will draw on case studies to share lessons on how effective estate strategy isn’t just about buildings and budgets — it’s about leadership, influence, and culture. We’ll debate how the most effective leaders take the long view by acting strategically, not reactively. Participants will be invited reflect on what their organisation is currently “waiting on” — and how to move from caution to confident, evidence-informed action.