Blogs & Updates

Conferences, Shows & Reviews - What was said.
  December 07 2015
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...
Upcoming Deadlines
  November 26 2015
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 ...
Research, collaborate, streamline
  November 24 2015
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...
Managing HR in Schools
  October 07 2015
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...
October - What to look out for
  October 01 2015
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...
School & Academy Shorts
  September 21 2015
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...
Happy New Year
  September 04 2015
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...
Budget & TPS Return Deadlines
  May 19 2015
Whilst speculation continues about what might be in the Queen's speech and how this might impact on our work in schools and colleges (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-32697243), in this week’s bl...
Interactive touch screens vs Interactive white boards
  April 14 2015

ICT

Here at SBS we want to ensure our customers get the best quality devices at best value but also what fits the need of the school. One area I like to discuss with SLT, ICT Coordinators and Governing...
Easter Shorts
  April 13 2015
To ease you back after the Easter break – this week’s blog highlights a small number of areas that appeared in the last few weeks that you might find interesting and useful. Welcome to Easter Shor...