ISBA’s Bursarcast for 17th June includes:

Information on;

• Charity Commission's new approach to the Annual Return 
• Business Rating list reaching maturity 
• ISBA's template TPS document
• HMRC Employer Bulletin
• ISI's new inspection framework consultation
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• We hear from James Robson, at Powerful Allies
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings
  • Thanks to guest James Robson from Powerful Allies

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 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

ISBA’s Bursarcast for 10th June includes:

Information on;

• Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation 
• Legal issues regarding charging differential and higher deposits and/or fees to overseas parents
• Health and Safety Executive Advice for Managing the Health and Safety of New Mothers and Pregnant Workers.  
• Net Zero 
• HM Revenue & Customs, Covid Job Retention Scheme
• Free school meals contextualised data service for independent schools 
• ISI’s  inspection framework consultation 
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings
  • Thanks to guest
  • Molly Wisbey from Holroyd Howe

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 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

ISBA’s Weekly podcast for  27th May includes:

Information on;

• ISI's new inspection framework consultation
• Teachers Pension Scheme 
• Building Safety Act
• Ukraine, Charity Commission Updates
• 'Future Forward' Conference
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings
  • Thanks to guests 
  • Redwood Collections
  • Adele Blakebrough MBE

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 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

This special edition of the ISBA Podcast, or BURSARCAST as its not being called covers

• a look forward at what you can expect from the podcast if you are a new listener
• a look back at the conference and a few of the thoughts from those that attended

Special thanks to this weeks speakers,
 Barney Williams  Zeelo  (https://zeelo.co/schools)
Karl Mahon, Aldenham Foundation
Nigel Aylwin-Foster reenergise (https://www.reenergisegroup.com/)
John Murphy ISBA


Get in touch at [email protected]

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 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

ISBA’s Weekly podcast for  12th May includes:

Information on;

• IT Survey Results Webinar
• Single Sex Spaces
• Ukraine, Charity Commission Updates
• New updates from Charity commission on responsibilities of being a trustee
• Our upcoming conference at the ICC Birmingham
• 'Future Forward' Conference
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings

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 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

Special Release Episode on 8th May 2022
 This episode 

• Brings to light the issues of  Payment Diversion Fraud of School Funds
• Offers advice and guidance for both Schools and Parents on how best to avoid falling victim to a cyber attack
• If you have fallen victim to a cyber security incident, report it to the Action Fraud Website or call their helpline on 0300 123 2040

If you have further questions on this topic, please do get in touch via [email protected]

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 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

ISBA’s Weekly podcast for  6th May includes:

Information on;

• Department for Education Incident Support Helpline
• Submitting claims for Covid absences 
• Invitation for English Schools to complete energy survey
• Alert for Charities on Fraud
• New Covid guidelines for Scottish schools
• Our upcoming conference at the ICC Birmingham
• 'Future Forward' Conference
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings

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 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

ISBA’s Weekly podcast for  30th April includes:

Information on;

• Business Rate Payers New Duty
• Guidance on parent Whatsapp groups
• Suitability checks on Independent School Proprietors 
• Information on our upcoming conference at the ICC Birmingham
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings

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 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

2022 sees ISBA celebrate its 90th anniversary so what better reason to us join us at the annual conference at the ICC in Birmingham next month to not only reflect but more importantly look forward.

We’ve pulled together an impressive line-up of industry professionals and inspiring thought leaders to share with us their knowledge, insight and vision for the future.

Confirmed keynote speakers are:

Monday 16 May
Keynote 1 - Mungo Dunnett, strategist and researcher into the independent education sector

Tuesday 17 May
Keynote 2 - Mark Price, businessman, writer and former government Minister of Trade
Keynote 3 - Adele Blakebrough, influential social entrepreneur for sustainability and environment
Keynote 4 - David Smellie, employment and safeguarding partner, Farrer & Co

Wednesday 18 May
Keynote 5 - Richard Gerver, author and educator
Keynote 6 - Tim Harford, economist, broadcaster and journalist
Keynote 7 - Shivvy Jervis, forecaster and futurist

After dinner speaker - Miles Jupp, actor and comedian

The keynote sessions will be interspersed with essential updates and a choice of breakout and panel sessions.  Time has been factored in to enable networking with colleagues and to enjoy the extensive exhibition of sector suppliers and professional advisers.

ISBA’s Weekly podcast for  20th April includes:

Information on;

• Ukrainian Pupils
• Sanctioned parents
• Further Sanctions on Russia and Belarus
• Protect Duty
• Energy Strategies
• Charities Act 2022
• Top three A&G Q&A for this week
• Top tip of the week
• The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme 
• Upcoming Independent School Caterers Forum
• Latest Reference Library Updates.
• Regional Group Round table online meetings

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 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