Academies Seminar

 

Academies Seminar - For Schools Considering, or in the Process of Conversion


Date: Thursday 9th February

Time: 1pm to 3.30pm (Includes buffet lunch 1pm until 1.45pm)

Where: The Robinson Executive Centre, Wyboston Lakes, Great North Road, Bedfordshire, M44 3AL

Topics covered include:

  • What is involved in transferring the property to the Academy?
  • Employment, including staffing and TUPE matters
  • Changes to governors’ roles and responsibilities
  • Ongoing HR matters after conversion. 
  • Review of alternative Academy models
  • The financial reporting requirements for Academies
  • Choice of accounting and financial management systems
  • Treatment of pensions and the vagaries of VAT
  • The role of The Responsible Officer (RO)
  • Setting the financial reporting timetable and framework

Free seminar hosted by Woodfines and Streets Accountants. Ideal for School Heads, Governors, School Business Managers and Bursaries.