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Making every pound count in education.

Hourly rates aren’t growing as fast as the cost of provision, and there are limits on what you can and can’t charge. Let us help you take control.

We understand the real-world pressures of stretched budgets and rising expectations. Our team brings practical expertise and forensic insight to help you deliver your aims without compromising quality.

What We Do

  • On-site review – We visit your setting and school to understand your financial reality.

  • Impact-focused spend analysis – Identify where your money will make the biggest difference.

  • Supplier and solution sourcing – Connect you with suppliers and strategies that stretch your budget further.

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Finance isn’t everyone’s area of expertise – but it’s ours. We combine skills, experience, and the lived reality of managing tight budgets to give you real-time solutions.

How It Impacts 

  • Smarter spending decisions – Every pound works harder for your children and staff.

  • Confidence in financial planning – Leaders understand the numbers and the strategy behind them.

  • Ability to deliver your vision – Even within the constraints of funding and policy.

Cost, Time & Scope

  • Package options:
    • 2 days or 4 half-days
    • Includes full forensic review, report, and recommendations

  • Investment:
    • £1,100 for full package
    • £600 per day (flexible, scalable)

What early years teams say about us...

  • “We finally understood where our money was going – and how to make it go further.”

  • “The practical solutions and supplier recommendations were game-changing.”

  • “Gemma’s advice helped us save thousands without compromising quality.”

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Roots Federation

Muriel Green Nursery School

Church Cres, St. Albans

AL3 5JB

07512308908

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