Free whistleblowing policy template for schools and MATs
27 March 2026
Free whistleblowing policy template now available for schools and multi-academy trusts
Creating a culture where staff feel confident to raise concerns is essential for protecting pupils, supporting colleagues, and ensuring schools run smoothly. However, for many schools and multi‑academy trusts (MATs), finding the time and expertise to develop a clear, compliant whistleblowing policy can be a real challenge.
That’s why we’ve launched a brand new free‑to‑use whistleblowing policy template, designed specifically for schools and MATs. It’s practical, easy to adopt, and built around the needs of today’s education sector.
Designed for schools and MATs of all sizes
Whether you’re a standalone academy refreshing your policies or a growing MAT aiming for consistency across multiple schools, this template offers a ready‑made solution.
MAT leaders, in particular, will appreciate the ability to roll out a standardised policy across their trust, helping to build a unified culture of openness and accountability.
So, what’s inside the template?
The whistleblowing policy template is designed to be both comprehensive and user‑friendly. Schools can easily tailor it to suit their internal processes.
Here’s a snapshot of what it includes:
- A clear explanation of whistleblowing and what counts as a protected disclosure
- Simple reporting routes so staff know exactly how to raise concerns
- Reassurance on confidentiality and protection for those who speak up
- The latest legislative updates, including changes introduced under the Employment Rights Act 2025
- A practical guide for managers and other employees on what to do if they receive a whistleblowing report
- Links to relevant legislation and external support for added clarity
It’s everything a school or trust needs to put a strong speak‑up framework in place, without the administrative burden.
Part of our ongoing support for education
This template is just one example of our continued commitment to helping schools and trusts strengthen their governance arrangements. From internal audit and data protection to counter fraud, we now support over 750 education providers across the country.
By offering tools like this template, we aim to make good governance more accessible so schools can focus on what matters most.
Download the free template
The whistleblowing policy template is available now and free for any school or MAT to use. You can download it here and easily tailor it to suit your internal processes.
Whistleblowing policy template for schools and MATs
Download our free-to-use whistleblowing policy template for schools and MATs
Need more support? Explore our whistleblowing service
We also offer a comprehensive whistleblowing service for schools and academies, which includes:
- An up to date whistleblowing policy (annually reviewed)
- Secure log kept of all whistleblowing reports
- Independent whistleblowing hotline and awareness raising material for staff
- Access to Helpdesk for provision of advice to senior managers
- E-learning package for employees and managers on whistleblowing
- An annual report for your audit committee, trustees or senior managers
What’s more, this service is available at a new lower price.
Contact us today to find out more.
