Academies Seminar

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

Date: Thursday 9^th 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.