We provide advice on:
20+ trained specialists
All experts in their field
Trusted by 100+ clients
Inc. schools & academies
Our services
Financial support management
We provide expert financial management support to help schools and trusts stay compliant, confident, and in control of their finances.
- Academies & maintained/free schools
- Academy conversion process
- School business manager service
- Financial forecasting & reporting
- Annual budget planning
- Finance and administration
- Audit of private & unofficial funds
- Preparation for internal audit & SFVS
- Multi Academy Trust Service
- Internal control review service
- Strategic financial management
Briefings & courses
We deliver clear, practical briefings and training courses that keep school/trust leaders and their staff informed, skilled, and up to date with the latest requirements.
- In-person and online options
- Termly leadership briefings
- Termly governor briefings
- Termly finance briefings
- Leadership courses
- Teaching courses
- High impact courses
- Bespoke courses available on request
School and leadership support
We provide flexible, bespoke support for school leaders and staff, giving teams the guidance and capacity they need to focus on delivering high-quality education.
- School improvement advisor visits
- Middle leaders support
- Performance management
- Twilight support available
- Bespoke support
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What our valued clients say about us
5.0
(50+ Reviews)
Supporting Schools.
Strengthening Futures.
5.0
“From the very first meeting through to the establishment of the MAT, drb have kept us informed of progress all the way. There were a number of obstacles that needed to be overcome during the process, and drb were always on hand with sound advice and guidance.”
Chief Executive Officer
5.0
“drb have always been there for our school and have demonstrated a passion in what they do. They work closely with Governors and the auditors to ensure that the year-end accounts are produced on time and any issues raised are resolved.”
Headteacher
5.0
“We have used drb for a number of years to support our school during a time of major change and financial challenge. I have always found them to be proactive and adaptable, willing to attend and support us with meetings at all levels including Governors and Local Authority.”
