What do we mean by ‘Foundational Knowledge’ in Primary Curriculum Foundation Subjects and why is it important?

What do we mean by ‘Foundational Knowledge’ in Primary Curriculum Foundation Subjects and why is it important?

Blog
08 May 2026
Discover why foundational knowledge really matters: this blog offers a clear, practical look at how identifying and sequencing the essential knowledge in primary foundation subjects helps children understand more, remember more, and make stronger progress across the curriculum.
HFL welcomes new Non‑Executive Directors to its Board

HFL welcomes new Non‑Executive Directors to its Board

News
07 May 2026
Working in close partnership with schools, settings and trusts is central to everything HFL does, and we are delighted to welcome two new Non‑Executive Directors whose experience and leadership will further strengthen that relationship.
Supporting safer sleep in the Early Years

Supporting safer sleep in the Early Years

Blog
01 May 2026
With EYFS updates ahead, this blog explains new safer sleep guidance for early years settings, highlighting risks, supervision expectations and practical steps to protect babies and young children during one of their most vulnerable routines.
Share Paul Jenkins’ revision advice for parents with your school community

Share Paul Jenkins’ revision advice for parents with your school community

News
16 Apr 2026
As part of our collaboration with Mix 92.6, Paul Jenkins, Secondary Effectiveness Adviser, appears for the second time on The Parents’ Show to provide more practical advice on supporting teenagers through GCSE and A level revision.
Now Live! The HFL Education Business Services Podcast

Now Live! The HFL Education Business Services Podcast

News
15 Apr 2026
Bite-sized listening to help school leaders step back from day-to-day pressures, reflect on the bigger picture, and explore practical ways to lead their organisations sustainably and strategically.
Have your say on the future of Governance Services at HFL and BEP

Have your say on the future of Governance Services at HFL and BEP

News
15 Apr 2026
With changes in the educational landscape, and in particular governance priorities for governing and trust boards, HFL and Bucks Education Partnership are working together to undertake a review of our Governance Services offer and invite you to have your say.
Primary and nursery headteacher’s conference 2026 header

Primary & Nursery Headteacher’s Conference 2026

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Join us for a celebration of leadership that places people, purpose and possibility at its heart.
Sixth Form Conference 2026

Sixth Form Conference 2026

Event
We are delighted to invite post-16 leaders and practitioners to attend our Annual Sixth Form Conference 2026, our flagship event designed to support and strengthen leadership across the 16–19 phase.
The HFL Hub is getting an upgrade

The HFL Hub is getting an upgrade

News
25 Mar 2026
We’ve listened to your feedback and are excited to share that the HFL Hub is being upgraded. It will still look and feel like the Hub you know, but with a fresh, modern design and some long-awaited improvements. Awaited improvements. 
New summer edition of Term Times magazine is out now!

New summer edition of Term Times magazine is out now!

News
25 Mar 2026
The summer edition of our Term Times magazine has landed and brings together a time-efficient digest of national and local updates to keep you informed, connected and supported.