After two years in the role, Ian Allsop asks King’s Hawford’s head Tom Butt what he’s learned so far
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Jonathan Hill and Anastasia Vasiljeva advise on navigating visa options for international families
Hannah Gains assesses how educational estates can adapt in an era of increased climate awareness and extreme weather conditions.
Steve Wilcock explains the thinking behind Marshal Eye, a new fire incident response app.
Rosemary J Thomas forecasts the future of artificial intelligence in education
Carolyn Reed and Katie Cardona explain how to position your nursery as the trusted and appealing choice for parents
Schools group GDST’s sustainability action plan is preparing and empowering girls to tackle the climate emergency, says Anu Sabherwal
Understand the planning regulations when pursuing initiatives to raise revenue for your school, says Lucy Anderson, associate director at planning consultancy Boyer
The need to generate funds effectively has become greater than ever, argues Adapta Consulting’s Mark Dendy
Natalia Milne, legal manager at Navigator Law, covers the main proposals of the Employment Rights Bill 2024
Siân Champkin, a partner at law firm VWV, reviews merger activity over the past 12 months
Ian Mollon advises how independent schools can enhance property value through outreach and connection
Kristy McKenzie, business transformation consulting manager at accounting and auditing company RSM UK, offers advice about navigating challenges and building resilience.
Duncan Murphy, director of education and strategy at MTM Consulting, explains how catchment and socioeconomic data could transforming the merger and acquisition landscape
Are they adding value to schools, asks Durell Barnes
Ian Allsop talks to Adam Williams, headmaster at Lord Wandsworth College in Long Sutton, Hampshire
Consultant editor Andrew Maiden outlines a scenario where a school’s roll is declining, and reviews the possible reasons and remedies
Following the announcement of a new Safer Phones Bill calling for smartphones to be banned in schools in England, Lucy Blake and William R Weaver, from law firm Jenner & Block, offer their analysis.
Baljinder Kuller considers how independent schools can tackle long-term recruitment and retention issues
David Thompson, a partner in the family team at law firm Seddons, discusses the issue of a school’s choices when pupils have divorced or separated parents
Natalie Sherborn, a partner at law firm Withers, outlines the steps school leaders should go through when conducting internal investigations
Law firm VWV partner Siân Champkin reflects on transactions from the 2023/24 academic year to identify trends
Mark Dendy offers guidance for the effective management of IT and data in independent schools
Sally Robertson, a barrister at Cloisters Chambers, provides an overview of a new statutory duty on employers regarding unwanted conduct of a sexual nature
Victoria Pugh from the Council of British International Schools offers some tips about building a diverse and inclusive staff from the experience of international schools
Robert Warne, a partner and head of VAT at accountancy firm Crowe UK, provides an update on the latest VAT on fees position
Tracey Young stresses the importance of financial forecasting and scenario planning.
David Woodgate shares some tips for financial sustainability in a turbulent operating environment
Following Outcomes First Group’s acquisition of five Chatsworth schools, CEO David Leatherbarrow tells EducationInvestor how he views the UK and Saudi Arabian independent school markets.
Oliver Daniels and Rachel Parkin run through the key considerations for schools when restructuring
Rising costs for teacher’s pension schemes have led to changes being considered by schools, say Hannah English and Sue Waites.
Becci Goodchild summarises the most common types of criminality in the education sector
Richard Jones lists the property considerations of a merger, and in particular, compliance with the Charities Act
Sam Coutinho reminds governing bodies of their duties when involved in a merger, acquisition or collaboration
partner Siân Champkin outlines considerations for charitable schools selling to commercial schools groups.
Amit Mehta, founder and chief executive of Inspired Learning Group, predicts the future for the independent schools sector
There are some key principles to bear in mind when trying to secure unpaid fees, states Giles Parry
How can you leverage your school’s most valuable asset? asks Ian Mollon, director at property consultant Aitchison & Rafferty
Ian Allsop questions Independent Schools Council head Julie Robinson about VAT on school fees and other issues
Duncan Murphy poses the question, “are young people of today appropriately prepared for the future?”
The story of David and Goliath can guide a small school’s approach to merging with a larger school, suggest Carolyn Reed and Katie Cardona.
Jonathan Main provides a summary of the Budget day guidance from HMRC
Sharon Monteith lays out the importance of an efficient finance function.
Nicola Pearce recommends an education and awareness approach to embracing rapidly evolving technology safely
Paul Sypko shares the lessons he has learnt from negotiating information and communication technology contracts for independent schools.
John Fraser outlines a scenario about a serious business continuity threat
Charlotte Melhuish and Clare Wigzell set out the legal and regulatory compliance obligations around the complex issues of pupils’ gender identity.
Ruth Gladwell considers how using HR technology can help school leaders deliver their people strategy
Siobhan Holmes, an audit principal at accountancy firm haysmacintyre navigates the mysteries of the management account.
Law firm VWV partner Siân Champkin assesses the implications of VAT on fees for merger activity in the independent schools sector.
Estate agent Savills’ associate director Kate Moodey explores the knock-on effect for the education sector more generally of Labour’s VAT proposals.
Simon Stibbons urges schools to start scenario planning now to reduce the effect of Labour’s pledge to charge VAT on independent school fees.
As the Schools’ Enterprise Association launches the Retail Chapter, its chief executive Dorothy McLaren ponders the future of school shops in an increasingly online era.
Matheu Smith offers advice on planning for HMRC challenges to prepayment arrangements
A detailed conversation with Karl Gross, about King’s International's growth strategy and future plans.
How can your board most effectively oversee the educational aspects of school life? asks Durrell Barnes
The competition is hot, and an open day event is your main opporunoity to sell your school says Katie Cardona
Richard Moir reviews the implications and opportunities in real estate for independent schools from the business rate and VAT changes.
Socrates Socratous summarises the main technical considerations of the government’s formal policy announcement
David Parker from estate agent Savills describes how changes to business rate relief will affect the independent school sector.
Ian Allsop describes how the head and bursar at a school in Birmingham have developed their working partnership
Mike Ward offers advice about the risks of money laundering to independent schools.
Craig McLaughlin provides key information about managing risk and health and safety hazards when employing contactors
Accountancy firm RSM partner Matthew Humphrey discusses how to manage your school’s risks
Paul Sypko describes how to develop an improvement in business processes in schools
Katie Cardona explains how a nursery can drive up pupil numbers to a school.
Safeguarding trainer and consultant Dave Wasley paints a scenario of a serious safeguarding threat involving an independent school and the best ways to deal with it.
Anthony Longden, a consultant at PR firm Alder, explores a hypothetical case involving the treatment of a pupil accused of bullying
Simon Johns, a partner at property firm Gerald Eve, says buildings maintenance is undervalued by schools.
Sarah Outram, a legal director for law firm VWV, outlines key considerations when refinancing schools’ property portfolios.
Steve Harper, a partner at accountancy firm haysmacintyre, offers finance advice for heads.
Navigator Law’s HR business partner Ruth Gladwell completes our special focus by reviewing how we reward staff
Navigator Law's HR business partner Ruth Gladwell offers advice on the importance of engaging positively with employees.
Navigator Law’s HR business partner Ruth Gladwell describes how to nurture a positive work environment.
Law firm Siân Champkin partner Siân Champkin analyses the latest merger activity in the independent sector.
Inspired Learning Group’s chief executive Amit Mehta explains the philosophy behind the 25-strong school group he created over the past 10 years
Preena Patel, a solicitor at law firm BDB Pitmans, asks whether you should consider a governance review
Andrew Maiden talks to Alex Jenne about the relationship between the head and the bursar at his school.
Ian McLean advises conducting a thorough feasibility study before undergoing a major project to raise funds for your school.
Jack Harty, Devon Earth Centre manager at Kingsley School in Bideford, describes the drive towards sustainability at his school.
Charlie Barnes says schools should review their holiday pay processes and offers guidance for employees earning the National Minimum Wage
Nicky Miller and Natalie Wargent assess a new law that will impose duties on schools to mitigate threats from terrorism.
Kate Parkinson advises going back to basics regarding your school’s operations.
Paul Sypko provides advice about making informed technical support choices in education.
Mike Buchanan recommends the power of movement to improve creative and strategic thinking.
Ian Allsop outlines a scenario to help decide whether to set up an international operation.
Tim Toulmin and Anthony Longden consider a scenario where a head is having difficult relations with his or her staff.
Morgan Allen, a partner at property firm Gerald Eve, reflects on the considerations in arriving at an opinion of the value of school properties.
Katie Cardona explains why establishing a nursery as part of an independent prep school can be a valuable addition
Daniel Cohen says schools must recognise what different parents prioritise
Andrew Maiden sets out a general health and safety checklist for potential hazards around your school
Law firm VWV’s partner Siân Champkin analyses the latest merger activity in the independent sector
Law firm BDB Pitmans partners Tim Hayes and Jonathan Brinsden consider a scenario about a complaint against a teacher’s behaviour on a school trip
