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08/09/2026

Building one organisation from 18 schools takes more than shared systems. It takes a shared vision, strong leadership and a culture that puts people first.

In the latest episode of JoinIn, our CEO, Sarah Barton, is joined by Owen Jenkins, CEO, and Samuel Thompson, CFO, of Broad Horizons Education Trust to explore what it really takes to lead a growing multi-academy trust.

From trust growth, financial sustainability and school autonomy to SEND, policy reform and the role of AI in education, this is a candid and practical discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing MAT leaders today.

Whether you're a school leader, trust executive, school business professional, teacher or education specialist, you'll find valuable insights and honest reflections throughout the conversation.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y7QDn0

20/08/2026

Today marks an important milestone for thousands of students collecting their GCSE results.

The past few years have been filled with challenges, learning and personal growth. Whatever the results on the page, these achievements reflect hard work, determination and resilience.

We'd like to congratulate every student receiving their results today and thank the teachers, school staff and families who have supported them along the way.

Good luck to everyone as you take your next step, wherever it may lead.

13/08/2026

Congratulations to all students receiving their A Level results today.

Whether you've achieved the grades you hoped for or are considering your next steps, today marks an important milestone in your journey. Your hard work, resilience and determination have brought you to this point.

A huge thank you as well to the teachers, support staff and families who have guided and encouraged students every step of the way.

Wishing everyone the very best for the exciting opportunities ahead.

10/07/2026

Introducing JoinIn, the new podcast from Juniper Education!

We're excited to launch JoinIn, a new podcast hosted by Sarah Barton, CEO of Juniper , helping school and trust leaders stay informed on the developments shaping education.

In our first episode, Sarah is joined by George Gardiner, Chief Technology Officer, to discuss two major topics currently affecting the sector: the government's proposed new MIS framework and the key themes emerging from the Every Child Achieving and Thriving white paper.

From data ownership and interoperability to SEND reform, inclusion and attendance, the conversation explores how a more joined-up approach to technology and school improvement can help education leaders navigate change with confidence.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0wSTRG0

24/06/2026

Introducing JoinIn, the new podcast from Juniper Education!

We're excited to launch JoinIn, a new podcast hosted by Sarah Barton, CEO of Juniper , helping school and trust leaders stay informed on the developments shaping education.

In our first episode, Sarah is joined by George Gardiner, Chief Technology Officer, to discuss two major topics currently affecting the sector: the government's proposed new MIS framework and the key themes emerging from the Every Child Achieving and Thriving white paper.

From data ownership and interoperability to SEND reform, inclusion and attendance, the conversation explores how a more joined-up approach to technology and school improvement can help education leaders navigate change with confidence.

Listen now on Spotify: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0wr1qb0)

24/03/2026

We are delighted to support Hampton Lakes Primary School by sponsoring their new sports kits.

It's wonderful to see them already being put to good use by the netball team, with plenty of opportunities ahead for pupils to wear them across events like dodgeball, cross‑country and so much more.

At Juniper, we believe that sport plays an important role in helping children grow in confidence, stay active and feel part of something bigger. Seeing schools strengthen those opportunities for their pupils is exactly why we choose to invest in projects like this.

Wishing every team at Hampton Lakes the very best for the season ahead. We can't wait to see what you achieve in your new kits.

23/03/2026

Today we want to say a heartfelt thank you to two much valued colleagues, Nicki Harris and Richard Balls, who will soon begin their well deserved retirement.

Together they have contributed more than seventy years to education HR, supporting schools and leaders across Essex and beyond. Their knowledge, dedication and steady guidance have shaped our service and made a real difference to the education community.

Nicki has been a driving force behind our HR policy work since joining us. Her expertise in employment law, safeguarding, pay and conditions and compliance has supported both colleagues and school leaders, and her national work has earned widespread respect.

Richard has been a trusted source of calm, practical advice since 1984. His support with staffing matters, casework and leadership development has helped countless managers navigate challenging situations with confidence.

We are grateful for their professionalism, patience, generosity and of course Nicki’s cakes and Richard’s poetry and humour. Their legacy will be felt for many years.

Nicki and Richard, thank you for everything and we wish you both a happy next chapter.

16/03/2026

The Learning Academy Partnership has transformed the way its teams work by collaborating with Juniper to bring greater consistency to processes and giving leaders clearer, more timely insight across every school.

This case study explores how we worked with LAP to:
• Build a unified approach that supports collaboration across all settings
• Improve the accuracy and visibility of performance data
• Reduce manual workload so staff can focus on pupils
• Gain stronger insight to support decision making and sustainable growth

It's a powerful example of how aligned systems can free leaders to prioritise teaching and learning rather than administration.

See the full story here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0sGfJG0

05/03/2026

The second part of our Schools White Paper series is now live.

This instalment breaks down what curriculum reform, attendance expectations, workforce changes and the future of trusts really mean for schools.

If you’re looking for a clear, practical explanation of the proposals and how they could shape your school’s next steps, this is a great place to start.

Read the blog:

27/02/2026

The new Schools White Paper brings major changes to SEND, EHCPs and inclusion, and many schools are asking what it will mean in practice.

Our latest article breaks down the key points in a clear and accessible way, including proposed updates to the structure of SEND support and how EHCPs may evolve over time.

If you want a straightforward summary of what is coming and what to pay attention to, you can read Part 1 here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0s90H50

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