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The Importance of Attendance and Behaviour Reports in School MIS for Safeguarding and SEND Support

MIS

Posted on 25th February 2025

The Importance of Attendance and Behaviour Reports in School MIS for Safeguarding and SEND Support

Attendance and behaviour reports within a School Management Information System (MIS) play a crucial role in safeguarding and supporting students with SEND; these reports help schools identify early warning signs of safeguarding concerns, such as irregular attendance or behavioural changes, allowing for timely interventions.

Finance

Posted on 19th February 2025

The Benefits of Outsourcing Your Finance Team for Schools and MATs

Outsourcing school or MAT finance to SBS reduces costs, ensures compliance, and provides expert support for efficient financial management.

Internal Scrutiny vs. Responsible Officer in MATs

Financial Planning

Posted on 17th February 2025

Internal Scrutiny vs. Responsible Officer in MATs

We discuss the shift from the Responsible Officer role to mandatory Internal Scrutiny in MATs, highlighting its importance in ensuring robust financial oversight, risk management, and compliance with ESFA requirements.

Bridging the Funding Gap: How Schools Can Sustain Labour’s Free Breakfast Club Initiative

Finance

Posted on 14th February 2025

Bridging the Funding Gap: How Schools Can Sustain Labour’s Free Breakfast Club Initiative

We discuss the financial challenges schools face with Labour’s free breakfast club initiative and how SBS Financial Planner can help MATs and schools navigate the funding shortfall through scenario planning, cost-benefit analysis, and budget reallocation.

Case Study: Transforming Learning with 1:1 Devices at St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust

Financial Planning

Posted on 10th February 2025

Case Study: Transforming Learning with 1:1 Devices at St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust

St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust has successfully implemented a 1:1 digital device initiative across its schools. Results have been enhanced accessibility, reduced teacher workload, and improving pupil attainment.