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The RSA The RSA has developed a vision for the 21st Century - and has a charter to whcih you can sign up

Teachernet resources Teachernet offers guidance about all aspects of education, there are various links and documents available from them.

NCSL BSF description NCSL are a support system for LAs and schools and colleges and so have a great deal of experience in BSF projects.

Public Sector news some of the less positive aspects of the programme

BSF Waves BSF does not hit everyone at once - this document outlines the wave process.

Notification of BSF process There are a range of DCSF resources, this describes the notification process.

Construction News tendering notification Construction News offers advice to the construction industry, and describes the role of BSF in supporting this difficult time for the industry.

NCSL Leadership Programme Being involved in BSF can prove to be a fantastic opportunity for staff, NCSL have built this into a Leadership Programme.

Becta view The development of an IT vision is a critical aspect to BSF, Becta have various tools and support resources.

http://www.becta.org.uk/ Becta

http://www.cabe.org.uk/#2 CABE - The Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment, promoting design and architecture

http://www.partnershipsforschools.org.uk/ Partnerships for Schools (PfS) is the non-departmental public body set up to deliver Building Schools for the Future (BSF)

http://www.4ps.gov.uk/ 4ps is local government's partnership and project delivery specialist.

www.bsf.gov.uk The Government site for BSF news and information

www.riba.org The Royal Institute of Bristish Architects

www.school-works.org School Works is an independent, not-for-profit limited company which works with Local authorities to facilitate consultation with the school community during the design process.

www.architecturecentre.net The centre for architecture

www.ltl.org.uk Learning Through Landscapes helps schools and early years settings make the most of their outdoor spaces for play and learning.

www.securedbydesign.com Secured by design is a not for profit company which is endorsed and supported by Association of Chief police Officers.

www.breeam.org/schools.html Environmental assessment of new build and refurbished schools in line with DCSF requirements

www.school-works.org School Works is an independent, not-for-profit limited company which works with Local authorities to facilitate consultation with the school community during the design process.

www.thesorrellfoundation.com Take a look at the Joinedupdesignforschools project

www.participationworks.org.uk Participation Works is run by the Carnegie Young people Initiative and provides advice on involving young people in decision-making processes.