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Posted on 21st August 2025
How Can ICFP Help You Make Your School or Trust More Efficient?
At School Business Services, we’ve developed SBS ICFP, a cloud-based tool that brings this process to life by combining live financial, staffing, and curriculum data in one easy-to-use platform.
Posted on 7th August 2025
Tightening Up Scrutiny Isn’t Just For the Big Players
Amelia Clark, Head of Internal Scrutiny at School Business Services, on why exacting new Internal Scrutiny requirements coming in later this year shouldn’t just apply to the largest Trusts.
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Posted on 6th August 2025
Now is the Time to Future-proof Your School IT
From security risks to performance issues, the consequences of running unsupported or legacy systems are growing—and for schools, the stakes are higher than ever.
Posted on 22nd July 2025
Key Changes in the Academy Trust Handbook 2025/26
The newly released Academy Trust Handbook 2025/26 introduces a wide range of updates that all Trust leaders, CFOs, and Trustees need to be aware of and act on. These changes reflect a greater emphasis on transparency, sustainability, digital safety, governance, and financial integrity.
Posted on 22nd July 2025
School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions 2025 Released
The Department for Education has released the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document 2025, setting out key updates effective from 1 September 2025.
Posted on 17th June 2025
Drapers’ MAT Scales with Confidence: The SBS Financial Planner Effect in Action
One of Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust's core missions has been to ensure that the financial management of their schools supports their broader educational goals. We spoke to Phil Norman, CFO, about their experience with SBS Financial Planner.
Posted on 6th June 2025
Making a Difference Every Day: NSBL Day 2024 Winner Tracey Parsons Reflects on 10 Years in the Role
Friday, 6th June 2025 marks the fourth year of SBS National School Business Leaders’ Day. We met with Tracey (2024 Winner) one year on to learn more about her journey, exploring the initiatives and strategies that led to her recognition. This article also provides insights into the significance of NSBL Day and the award, highlighting the vital role SBLs play in shaping the future of education.
Posted on 5th June 2025
Redefining the Role: How SBLs Are Powering the Future of Education
For too long, School Business Leaders (SBLs) have been seen primarily as administrators - gatekeepers of budgets, procurement, and policy. But as the education landscape becomes increasingly complex, this perception is rapidly changing. Today, SBLs are stepping firmly into the role of strategic leaders, helping to shape the future of our schools and Trusts.
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Posted on 8th May 2025
Migrating Financial Systems? Why Schools Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Whether your current platform no longer meets your needs, you're joining a new trust with a preferred system, or you're looking for more efficient reporting, switching financial systems is a big step.
Posted on 7th May 2025
What Is ICFP and Why It’s a Game-Changer for MATs
Integrated Curriculum and Financial Planning (ICFP) is transforming the way Multi-Academy Trusts plan, allocate, and optimise their resources. But what exactly is ICFP, and why are so many Trust leaders making it central to their strategy?
Posted on 29th April 2025
School Budgets Under Strain as Pay Review Suggests 4% Increase
A recent survey of school leaders reveals that the majority have not planned for the newly recommended 4% teacher pay rise, with most budgeting for a lower 2.8% increase. With already stretched finances, many schools now face difficult decisions that could impact staffing, curriculum, and pupil support.
Posted on 10th April 2025
MIS Training Courses 2025
Take a look at our new exciting courses we are running....more to follow in 2026!