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Education Policy update

Thursday, 19 September 2024

Schools 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.

Education Policy update
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Upcoming VAT and business rates change for independent schools

Tuesday, 13 August 2024

What do we know about the proposed VAT changes, key exemptions, and strategic implications for schools.

Upcoming VAT and business rates overhaul for independent schools
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Getting VAT ready in the lead up to January 2025

Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Preparing for VAT registration and compliance: Essential considerations and practical steps for schools ahead of January 2025.

Getting VAT ready in the lead up to January 2025
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VAT on school fees - Fees in Advance schemes

Thursday, 08 August 2024

Fees in Advance schemes have been the subject of much attention in relation to the potential impact for VAT charges.

VAT on school fees - Fees in Advance schemes
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Upcoming VAT changes: Considerations for your contracts with parents

Thursday, 08 August 2024

How should schools reference VAT in parent contracts and fee schedules.

VAT on school fees - Parent contract
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Bursar's Checklist - VAT practical considerations

Thursday, 08 August 2024

The removal of the VAT exemption has come earlier than expected and school finance staff will now be thinking about VAT compliance. Nikki Miller, former bursar and school advisor at VWV, has compiled the following considerations for the next steps.

Bursar's Checklist - VAT practical considerations
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Post-election update for schools

Tuesday, 09 July 2024

As anticipated, the Labour party have been elected with a significant majority. Whilst the imposition of VAT on school fees has attracted the most attention, we are likely to see a number of developments which will affect the sector.

Post-election update for schools
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Preparing for Autumn Employment Law changes

Tuesday, 02 July 2024

In Autumn 2024, new laws are expected to take effect including in relation to workplace sexual harassment and the right to predict a flexible working pattern.

Preparing for Autumn Employment Law changes
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Parliamentary wash-up: which new laws made it through?

Tuesday, 25 June 2024

Parliament has now been dissolved ahead of the general election on 4 July. Some key new laws were passed during the 'wash-up' period while other planned laws were put on hold. We have summarised the position for schools.

Parliamentary wash-up: which new laws made it through?
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The Labour Manifesto: what Employment Law developments may be on the horizon for Schools?

Tuesday, 25 June 2024

With the likely imposition of VAT on independent school fees, the Labour Party have made a number of strong commitments to extending employment law protection - which are likely to have a significant impact on schools.

The Labour Manifesto: what Employment Law developments may be on the horizon for Schools?
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Fees in Advance Scheme FAQs

Wednesday, 12 June 2024

Independent schools have a long history of offering flexible payment arrangements to parents. Fees in Advance (FIA) schemes are one such option.

Fees in Advance Scheme FAQs
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Key employment law changes in place from 6 April 2024

Wednesday, 01 May 2024

A number of new and enhanced employment law rights took effect on 6 April 2024. The changes include the new right to unpaid carer's leave, enhanced redundancy protection for family leave returners, and changes to the flexible working regime.

Key employment law changes in place from 6 April 2024
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Is your school's catering contract a 'prime cut' or a 'turkey twizzler'?

Wednesday, 01 May 2024

If done well, the outsourcing of catering provision allows schools to benefit from expertly-run catering facilities, delivering the highest standards of produce and service.

Is your school's catering contract a 'prime cut' or a 'turkey twizzler'?
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New guidance for mobile phone use in schools

Wednesday, 01 May 2024

The DfE published guidance in February 2024 to help schools develop and implement policies to prohibit mobile phone use, along with other similar smart technologies, as part of a plan to "minimise disruption and improve behaviour in classrooms".

New guidance for mobile phone use in schools
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Changes to legal duties on schools regarding pupil registration and attendance

Wednesday, 01 May 2024

The law entitles every child of compulsory school age to an efficient, full-time education suitable to their age, aptitude, and any special educational need they may have.

Changes to legal duties on schools regarding pupil registration and attendance
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