Posted on 17th December 2015
The old year is over; a new one to begin
As the odds tumble on a white Christmas – too warm and wet – a final reminder to academies about year end activities. Submission of Audited Accounts by 31 December 2015 The deadline for academy...
Posted on 7th December 2015
Conferences, Shows & Reviews - What was said.
Over the last few weeks there has been the NASBM Annual Conference, the Academies Show and the Spending Review. Here is our quick catch up on some of the talking points from these. Real term cuts fo...
Posted on 26th November 2015
Upcoming Deadlines
There are a few things coming up that you might have missed in recent EFA bulletins - a couple require action in the next week. Post 16 Funding Speaking to schools and academies with 6th forms – a ...
Posted on 24th November 2015
Research, collaborate, streamline
The focus of the current government is to reduce the UK’s budget deficit – and whilst the government is currently committed to safeguarding existing school budgets, there will undoubtedly be dif...
Posted on 2nd November 2015
Remember, remember. . .
Get ready for the school workforce census on 5th November. Also reminders about the PE Grant, Condition Improvement Fund and other items from the EFA planner. If you need any support please call 03...
Posted on 7th October 2015
Managing HR in Schools
Is there a recruitment crisis in schools, and can we help? Managing HR in Schools Over the summer Nicky Morgan talked about the crisis in recruitment of teachers in schools. Whilst she and the unions...
Posted on 1st October 2015
October - What to look out for
We start October with a look at the deadlines facing schools this month and the support available. With the party conference season upon us – what should your PEST consider? From The Planner What c...
Posted on 21st September 2015
School & Academy Shorts
School & Academy Shorts The DfE has released guidance on the PE & Sports Premium received by primary schools. The notes explain how much will be received and how schools might choose to spend...
Posted on 4th September 2015
Happy New Year
The new school year has started. I’m sure that as well as re-kindling some old acquaintances all schools will be welcoming new colleagues, new pupils and new parents. Many new academies will have a...
Posted on 3rd August 2015
Sizzling Summer Reads
Whether you are sat on a sunny Spanish beach or camped in a cool Clacton cove, we look at some of the 'best sellers' for finance staff this August Academies Financial Handbook The latest edition come...
Posted on 13th July 2015
July Budget, Coasting Schools and Teachers Pay
As another school year draws to a close, we consider the announcements made by the new government and how they might impact on schools and academies next year. July Budget There were no new announceme...
Posted on 6th July 2015
One Stop For Latest Finance News
A new place for the latest news. Regular readers of the SBS Finance Blog will have noticed that the blog is now available within the main School Business Services website. We will continue to provide ...