Brian Cape, Author at SIPS Education

Introducing Our NEW IRP Service

When exclusions happen, schools need more than a process—they need peace of mind. That’s why SIPS Education has launched its Independent Review Panel (IRP) Service, a game-changer for schools and academies navigating the complex world of pupil exclusions.

🌟 SIPS Education Announced as Finalist in the APSE Soft Facilities Management Innovation Awards 2026

We are delighted to share that SIPS Education has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Catering category of the APSE Soft Facilities Management Innovation Awards 2026.

This national recognition follows a rigorous judging process and highlights the exceptional standards, innovation, and impact of our Catering Service—trusted by schools across the Black Country and wider region.

Purpose Over Profit: Why SIPS Membership Matters More Than Ever

At SIPS Education, we believe schools deserve something different from their service providers.

At a time when many organisations are driven by margins, shareholder expectations and commercial return, SIPS exists for one reason alone: to serve schools and young people. As a schools‑owned cooperative and not‑for‑profit organisation, everything we do is shaped by the needs, pressures and priorities of our members.

This is what truly sets us apart — and why membership matters more than ever.

🌍 Empowering Schools for a Sustainable Future

Carbon Literacy Training with SIPS Education
As the climate crisis accelerates, schools have a vital role to play in shaping a greener, more sustainable future. The Department for Education has set a clear directive: by the end of 2025, every school must appoint a Sustainability Lead and implement a Climate Action Plan. To support this, SIPS is proud to deliver Carbon Literacy Training—an accredited program recommended as CPD by the DfE and designed specifically for education professionals.