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JoinIn

JoinIn

By: Juniper Education
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JoinIn is Juniper Education’s podcast, hosted by CEO Sarah Barton, helping school and trust leaders navigate key developments in education. Each episode explores policies, challenges and innovations from SEND and attendance to leadership, data and AI; featuring expert insights and real-world experience. Designed for education professionals, JoinIn keeps you informed, connects critical issues and supports confident decision-making in a rapidly changing landscape.Juniper Education
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  • Episode 01 | The DfE’s Vision for Schools: MIS Reform and the Impact of the White Paper

    Episode 01 | The DfE’s Vision for Schools: MIS Reform and the Impact of the White Paper
    Jun 23 2026

    Hosted by Sarah Barton, CEO of Juniper Education, and George Gardiner, Chief Technology Officer, the first episode of JoinIn explores two of the biggest developments currently shaping education.

    We begin by examining the government's proposed new framework for Management Information Systems (MIS), discussing what it could mean for schools, trusts, data ownership, interoperability and the future of joined-up technology.

    We then unpack the key themes from the Every Child Achieving and Thriving white paper, including SEND reform, inclusion, attendance, belonging and workforce challenges.

    Along the way, Sarah and George explore why connected data, integrated systems and a more joined-up approach to school improvement could play a crucial role in helping education leaders navigate the years ahead.

    Whether you're a school leader, trust executive, school business professional, teacher or education specialist, this episode provides practical insight into the policy changes and strategic developments likely to shape the future of education.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    01:44 MIS Interoperability and connected systems

    09:08 SEND and inclusion in the White Paper

    18:06 Engagement, belonging and school improvement

    34:09 Outro
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    35 mins
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