Join us for this special episode in which we speak with John Murphie (ISBA COO) about the latest Budget from Rachel Reeves and what the impact will be for independent schools.
Topics discussed are:

• Budget Changes
• Financial Clarity & Uncertainty
• Planning Essentials
• Pupil Number Impact
• Market Positioning
• Strategic Communication

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Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

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A quickfire 8-minute round-up of the week's latest news specifically for independent schools. 

• New VAT how-to guides now available
• HMRC VAT Webinars
• ISI introduce Updated Inspection Complaints Policy 
• School Minibus thefts
• Disability Discrimination claims and the duty to make reasonable adjustments
• Fire and Rehire - the latest case and what it means for schools
• Upcoming events and webinars

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for some updates to VAT and the support available for schools with John Murphie.

• Welsh Charitable Non-Domestic Rates Relief for Private Schools
• Scottish Schools: OSCR launches new checking facility for charity trustees 
• Regional health and safety forums 
• NCSC new measures (Protective Domain Name Service) for schools
• Mental Health Course sponsored by Ecclesiastical Insurance - Suicide First Aid
• VAT and latest sector updates with John Murphie

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for an insight into good Governance, what it looks like and how to achieve it, along with some key updates for the week
Key topics this week:

• Pay update for Scottish schools
• ISC Autumn term survey
• MTA questionnaire around VAT
• Charity Commission new guidance
• Sexual Harassment Policy updates
• CPD tool
• IDPE Leadership Forum- VAT insights

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for the week's updates and catch-up with Helen Woods, Director of Learning and Professional Development with the ISBA.
Key topics this week:

• HSE Duty on Managing Asbestos 
• Cyber Security Resources
• ISI Report
• Health and Safety and Estates Conference takeaways. 

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for a very brief look at the week and a dive into the latest updates from the ISBA with John Murphie ( COO)  to help schools navigate the sector.
Key takeaways from this episode are:

• VAT on Fees: Updated guidance and FAQs
  • Key areas: bursaries, scholarships, school trips, sibling discounts, VAT recovery, and more
• Resources available in the ISBA reference library, including templates for schools
• Martyn’s Law (Terrorism Protection Bill): What schools need to know about new legislation
• ISBA’s upcoming regional strategy days: Dates, locations, and expert speakers
• John Murphies's insights on the latest ISBA updates and VAT guidance

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for a very brief look at the week and a dive into the latest updates from the ISBA with John Murphie ( COO)  to help schools navigate the upcoming changes. As a bonus, Jonny Azern ( CCO at Merqury) joins us to discuss the future of fee payment processes. 

Key takeaways from this episode are:

• VAT Ready for 2025: Schools can register for VAT from 30th October and should prepare for Making Tax Digital compliance.
• Fees in Advance Schemes: FIA payments after 29th July 2024 will be subject to VAT; maintain accurate records for HMRC.
• Sexual Harassment Legislation: New duty from 26th October 2024 requires schools to prevent workplace sexual harassment.
• ISI Inspection Handbook: Join the ISI webinar on 30th September for updates on inspections and outcomes.
• Facial Recognition in Schools: Ensure GDPR compliance with biometric technologies by completing data protection assessments.

Merqury Website 

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for a very brief look at the week and a dive into the latest updates from the ISBA with John Murphie ( COO)  to help schools navigate the upcoming changes.
Key takeaways from this episode are:

• KCSIE 2024 Updates: New elective home education notifications requirements and revisions to safeguarding definitions. The international background checks section was removed.
• Gender Questioning Guidance: No changes in the final version; still under review by the government.
• School Action: Update Child Protection and Safeguarding policies to reflect changes in paragraph/page numbering. ISBA templates updated with minor reference changes.
• Economic Crime Act 2023: New fraud prevention offences impact larger schools; schools should review their fraud prevention procedures. Further guidance is to be released.
• Navigating VAT - What support is there 

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for a very brief look at the week and a dive into the latest updates from the ISBA to help schools navigate the upcoming changes.
Key takeaways from this episode are:

• a new Employment Law tracker for Schools
• KCSiE 2024 now in force
• Data Navigator easier to use than ever

Head to the ISBA reference library for the latest guidance and contact the ISBA at  

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us today for a quick update with John Murphie ( ISBA COO) to review the latest in the sector and what help is in place. 


The ISBA has another upcoming Webinar to review other VAT details such as Standard Method override and reclaiming VAT, head to the ISBA website to book your place. 

Head to the ISBA reference library for the latest guidance and contact the ISBA at  

Contact the podcast at [email protected]
Tune in to the ISBA Bursarcast Podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the latest in independent school finance, legal developments, and their direct relevance to UK-based institutions.

Subscribe now to stay up-to-date with the topics that matter most to you and your school community.

Independent schools vary widely in terms of their size, pupil population, location, provision and practice. Documents are offered as guidance only, in order to help schools prepare their own in a way that suits their own circumstances and reflects the needs of their own community, and the ISBA and our partners who have assisted in the production of the documents accept no liability for any claims or losses arising from their use. Before using documents from the ISBA library, and particularly after adapting them, schools should take specific legal advice

The ISBA Bursarcast is a RAFIKI STUDIO production

Email: [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.