Our Education Sector Approach
Education providers are operating in an environment of significant change. Our dedicated specialist team, supports the sector’s mission to deliver high-quality learning by providing assurance, governance, and advisory services designed to build financial strength and institutional resilience.
We work with further education colleges, academy trusts, independent and specialist schools, and private training providers across the UK. Our experience means we understand the distinct challenges faced by the sector from funding constraints and staff retention to policy changes and sustainability targets.
Our specialists help management and governing bodies maintain robust governance frameworks, transparent reporting, and effective resource management to support continued excellence in education delivery.
Key challenges in the sector
- Government policy changes and reclassification issues
- Cost of living pressures and staff retention
- Managing financial sustainability
- Energy and sustainability compliance
- Adapting to digital transformation and curriculum changes
- Strengthening internal controls and governance
- The risk of cyersecurity and fraud
How we can help:
We provide a full range of specialist education regulation, assurance and consultancy services. Our services include:
- External and internal audit
- Grant and funding certification
- Accounting, tax, and VAT advisory
- Governance, risk management and control reviews
- Specialist consultancy for education providers
- ILR funding consultancy
- IT and fraud specialist advisory
We help educational institutions meet compliance requirements, manage resources effectively, and continue to deliver meaningful impact through high-quality education.
