Blogs & Updates
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September & October Training Courses
September 19 2024
Take a look at what we've got coming up in September & October!
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Absence & Vacancy Cover - Interim Finance and SBM support for schools and MATs
July 29 2024
We wanted to make our Finance & Accountancy blog subscribers aware of the support we offer to schools and MATs requiring finance expertise on an interim basis.
Managing Budget Changes in Light of Decreasing School Enrolments with SBS Financial Planner
July 22 2024
According to the latest national projections from an ONS study, the number of pupils in schools in England is expected to decrease significantly in the coming years. This trend is driven by various demographic factors, including lower birth rates and changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Streamlining Your School or MAT's Finances: Why does Budgeting Software Beat Spreadsheets?
March 20 2024
As a CFO in a multi-academy trust or School Business Manager, you understand the intricacies of juggling numerous budgets amidst rising costs and uncertain levels of funding. Optimising financial planning is crucial, and that's where budgeting software can be your game-changer.
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Your Summary Notes: CFO & COO INSIDER - Laying a Foundation for Growth
March 18 2024
On February 29th we delivered the latest CFO & COO INSIDER - a live, regular discussion about the trust finance topics that matter most.
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The benefits of employing school Fundraising Support Staff
February 23 2022
It is becoming more common for schools to appoint a fundraiser either full time at the larger secondary level or part time for smaller and primary schools.
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Make budgeting software work for you
February 22 2022
Lynne Higginbottom, Bursar, reflects on her professional journey and experience with school budgeting solutions.
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Make sure you don’t under-forecast backdated pay awards
December 14 2021
We all know that pay awards never go through on the dates you expect them to/budget for.
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New system to ease the HR administration and planning burden for schools and academy trusts
September 16 2021
Strictly Education has launched a new single HR, payroll and pensions system designed specifically for the education sector.
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What do we mean when we talk about school business professionals?
May 26 2021
There are so many titles used to describe the school business professional (SBP). The title ‘business manager’ is no longer as fashionable as it was during...
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