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The ASAP Programme
ASAP uncovers, supports, and amplifies what works in the SEND sector - helping more people to do more, faster.
May 22


Fixing the SEND Crisis –Solutions That Can’t Wait
As has been widely documented and reported on - the SEND crisis is at breaking point. We were proud to submit evidence to the recent Education Select Committee, and feel privileged to have been able to contribute to such a critical process.
Apr 29


Stuck Schools: DfE sets out plans
In February 2025, the UK government unveiled a comprehensive strategy to address the persistent issue of 'stuck' schools—those that have consistently received poor Ofsted ratings over extended periods.
Apr 29


Kreston Reeves Academy Benchmarking Report 2025: Key Insights on the State of Trust Finances
The Kreston Reeves Academies Benchmarking Report 2025 provides a critical analysis of the state of trust finances across England.
Feb 20


Federations: What you need to know
In this blog, we take a look at whether establishing or joining a Federation is the right move for your school.
Jan 30


The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: A Transformative Shift in English Education Policy
The government has unveiled its Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, a proposal designed to reshape the landscape of education.
Dec 23, 2024


Ofsted’s Annual Report 2023/24: Driving Change in Education
This blog summarises the 2023/24 Ofsted Annual Report; a new chapter in the evolution of England’s education and social care landscape.
Dec 9, 2024


A Conversation with Emma Bradshaw, Executive Principal and CEO of Alternative Learning Trust
We recently sat down with Emma Bradshaw, ALT’s executive principal and CEO, to discuss the benefits of PAG’s retained advisory.
Nov 12, 2024


Private Schools and VAT: Labour Publishes New Details on Policy
Labour has today published new details on it's oft-controversial plan to change the way VAT is applied to private schools.
Jul 30, 2024


PAG named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™ 2024
PAG is incredibly proud to announce that we have been named on the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™.
Jul 29, 2024


The Growing SEND Budget Crisis
Councils across England are facing alarming shortfalls in their SEND budget, critical for supporting children with SEND.
Jun 19, 2024


AI in Education
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making significant inroads into the UK's educational landscape.
Jun 4, 2024


Revolutionising School Funding in England
The educational landscape in England is poised for a transformative shift through proposed reforms to school funding.
Apr 11, 2024


Academy Conversion Grant Changes
In a significant development, DfE has updated the eligibility criteria for maintained schools considering conversion to academy/trust status
Mar 22, 2024


Academy Conversions & MAT Formation
The landscape of the education system has undergone significant transformations, with a big shift towards academy and trust conversions.
Mar 15, 2024


Children’s Homes: A PAG Report
PAG has produced a report titled 'Establishing Children's Homes', looking into what it takes to successfully establish a children's home.
Mar 14, 2024
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