Monthly Communication Archives: June 2026
Changes to Probationary Policy
To align with upcoming national employment legislation, several changes are being introduced. These apply to Community and Voluntary Controlled schools; Foundation, Voluntary Aided schools and Trusts may adopt them. From 1st January 2027, the qualifying period for unfair dismissal reduces from two years to six months. The legislation applies retrospectively. Anyone joining DCC from 1st Continue reading →
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30 June 2026Purpose
Join the Devon Attendance Network – Book your place now
Designed for attendance leads and practitioners across Devon, these free half-termly online sessions provide an opportunity to come together, share effective practice, receive key updates and develop knowledge and skills to support attendance improvement. The network reflects Devon’s attendance strategy, which focuses on preventing patterns of absence from developing, intervening early when concerns arise, and Continue reading →
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26 June 2026Purpose
EXPIRED Can you justify your data protection decisions?
Defensible Data Protection – making decisions you can justify to the ICO 2 July 2026 – 10.30-12 noon Data protection responsibilities continue to evolve, making it essential for schools to stay informed and confident in their decision-making. Our popular online Data Protection Networking Forums provide an opportunity for school staff with responsibility for data protection Continue reading →
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26 June 2026Purpose
Consultation: Proposal to extend age range of Newtown Primary School
ACE Trust is consulting on a proposal to extend the age range of Newtown Primary School from 4–11 years to 2–11 years with effect from September 2026. Newtown Community Pre-school is currently an externally governed, committee-run provision operating on the Newtown Primary School site. Following a formal vote, the Pre-school committee has agreed for the Continue reading →
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26 June 2026Purpose
Supporting Service Pupils in our schools
We are asking school leaders in Devon to take just a few minutes to complete this short survey in respect of Service Pupils. This survey is open from Tuesday 23 June to Tuesday 7 July 2026. This survey is being hosted by South Gloucestershire Council on behalf of Forces Connect South West – a partnership Continue reading →
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18 June 2026Purpose
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Changes to Music Education Grant funding for 2026-27
From 2026–27, the flat-rate £300 Music Education Grant (MEG) for schools in Devon and Torbay will be replaced by a targeted project-based funding model. This change will support clearer outcomes, stronger accountability and more effective use of limited resources. Devon Music Education Hub will continue to provide its core offer, including subsidised digital resources, instrument Continue reading →
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18 June 2026Purpose
EXPIRED Devon attendance conference – 18 June 2026
Thursday 18 June 2026 | Sandy Park, Exeter Never has it been more important for schools, local authorities and partners to work together to promote strong attendance and reduce absence for children and young people. This event will bring professionals together to deepen understanding of attendance as a safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing priority, and to Continue reading →
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16 June 2026Purpose
Consultation: the future of Branscombe C of E Primary School
Link Multi Academy Trust is consulting on the future of Branscombe C of E Primary School including a proposal that the school will close on 31 December 2026. This proposal has arisen following a prolonged period of challenge for the school, including falling pupil numbers and concerns about long-term viability. Over recent years, pupil numbers Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
Mileage rate increase
Updated mileage rate – effective from 6 April 2026 Changes apply to all schools who have adopted the DCC Business Travel plan. As of 6 April 2026, the DCC mileage allowance increased from 45p per mile to 55p per mile (for the first 10,000 miles). More information can be found on the HMRC website. If Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
Business Travel Policy changes
Changes apply to all schools who have adopted the DCC Business Travel plan. We have made some changes to the Business Travel Policy (hire car mileage thresholds) which are designed to support cost effective journeys whilst giving employees greater flexibility. Key changes: The optional car-hire range has been extended from 30 – 100 miles to 30 – Continue reading →
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12 June 2026Purpose
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