Helping schools and trusts navigate growing complexity
SBS combines expert support, specialist technology and sector knowledge to help schools and trusts manage budgets effectively, plan ahead with confidence and run their operations more efficiently.
MAT Excellence awards 2026
SBS Financial Planner was shortlisted for
Product of the year
From operational pressure to real impact. Trusted by 400+ trusts and 4,000+ schools nationwide.
Products & Services
Transforming Financial Planning for MATs
SBS Financial Planner
SBS Financial Planner is a MAT-led budgeting tool created by CFOs for CFOs.
Streamline financial planning, simplify complex budgeting and ensure you maximise your funding.
- Central management of budgets and assumptions
- Integration with the leading accounting systems
- Financial and KPI reporting suite
Specialist Services for Trusts and Schools
Finance & Accounting
Providing qualified support, strategy and interim cover to improve your financial efficiency.
MIS Services
From data insights to decisions, we ensure you get the best from your MIS through strategic projects, team training and PowerBI reports.
Internal Scrutiny
Providing assurance as an independent critical friend from our team of qualified auditors, meeting DfE requirements.
ICT Support Services
Delivering strategic, secure ICT solutions that align to your vision and budget. Keeping your school or trust safe with cyber security audits and procurement that meets DfE standards.
School Business Services in numbers
400+
Multi-academy Trusts
4000+
Schools
150+
Local Authorities
Are you ready to transform your school finances?
Featured Content from SBS
Our extensive content hub is full of the latest insights and opinion pieces.
Read our latest blogs, download an eBook, case study or register for a forthcoming webinar.
Outsourcing School & MAT Finance
Reduces finance costs, ensures compliance, and provides expert support for efficient financial management.
Budget Assumptions 2026 Report
Download our summary report and view the recording from our annual budget assumptions webinar.
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