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Handling confidential information in schools: key lessons from a recent case
19 Sept 2024A recent judicial review brought by a headteacher sacked for sharing sensitive information, has underlined the importance of maintaining confidentiality in schools.
Making it compute - top tips for starting a successful IT system procurement project
19 Sept 2024When procuring a new IT system, much of your success and avoidance of problems arising later on, will depend on how you approach the early days of the project - the tips below should help you to navigate those challenges.
Education Policy update
19 Sept 2024Schools will be aware of the rather late publication of KCSIE 2024 on 2 September 2024. Most of the changes are light touch, however Schools will still need to be mindful that some of the content remains under review.
Getting VAT ready in the lead up to January 2025
13 Aug 2024Preparing for VAT registration and compliance: Essential considerations and practical steps for schools ahead of January 2025.
Upcoming VAT and business rates change for independent schools
13 Aug 2024What do we know about the proposed VAT changes, key exemptions, and strategic implications for schools.
A recent Ombudsman case concerning a school admission appeal decision
17 Jul 2024The Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman recently published a decision finding fault with East Riding of Yorkshire Council as the 'admission authority' for a school responsible for appointing an Admission Appeal Panel and arranging an appeal.
