Independent Schools

We understand that tax and accounting legislation can be incredibly complex and when compounded by increasing regulations and financial pressures, it’s a challenging time for the education sector.

Our specialist education team includes advisers experienced in working with independent schools and who understand some of the specific challenges the private education sector faces including:

• The affordability of private education
• Maintaining pupil numbers
• Fee planning
• Rising pension contribution rates
• Increasing regulations
• Raising funds
• Bursary policies
• Effective governance procedures

We offer a complete range of services to help you address the challenges your independent school may face, including:

• Preparation of financial statements and management information
• Audit and assurance
• Tax planning and compliance including Gift Aid
• VAT planning
• Employment tax including salary sacrifice schemes
• Governance and risk management procedures
• Financial planning including investment strategy