Is Your School Paying for Space It Doesn’t Use? | Demystifying Compliance

An empty classroom might not be in use, but it’s still costing your school money. In this episode of Demystifying Compliance, Luke and Andy discuss why having surplus space is becoming an important issue in schools and MATs. With pupil numbers predicted to fall significantly over the next decade, schools could find themselves footing large heating, lighting, insurance and maintenance bills for buildings and rooms they barely used. The pair explore why closing a classroom shouldn’t be seen as a failure, and how better data helps leaders understand the true cost and utilisation of their estate. From mothballing and consolidation to rolling refurbishments and repurposing space for other uses, Luke and Andy consider the practical options available. They also talk about other responsibilities schools must consider before making a decision. Explore the rest of the insightful Demystifying Compliance series here:    • Demystifying Compliance | iAM Compliant My...   About iAM Compliant iAM Compliant is a platform that helps schools and MATs bring compliance, sustainability, staff training, and estates management together in one place. It gives teams clearer oversight of what needs doing, the evidence behind it, and the bigger strategic picture. This helps schools move beyond reactive fixes, plan with confidence and keep their sites, staff and pupils safe and compliant. Explore our multi-award-winning compliance tool for schools and trusts: www.iamcompliant.com/compliance-tool For regular updates, insights, and course announcements, follow us on social media: LinkedIn: @iAM Compliant (www.linkedin.com/company/iam-compliant) Facebook: @iAM Compliant (  / iamcompliant  )