ISBA BURSARCAST

Welcome to ISBA Bursarcast, the podcast designed for everyone involved in the management of independent schools. Whether you work in finance, estates, HR, transport, or any other school leadership role, this podcast brings you the latest sector news, expert insights, and practical advice to support your work.

Each Friday at 4 pm, we deliver in-depth conversations with sector professionals, industry experts, and ISBA members, keeping you informed on the issues that matter most to independent schools.

Tune in for essential updates, best practices, and strategic insights to help your school thrive. Subscribe now on your favourite podcast platform and stay ahead of the curve with ISBA Bursarcast.

The Bursarcast is produced by RAFIKI STUDIO

www.rafikistudio.com

Podcasting since 2022 • 173 episodes

ISBA BURSARCAST

Latest Episodes

ISBA BURSARCAST // More Than Just Uniforms: Tim James on Style, Strategy and Supply Chains (25th April, 2025)

In this episode of The ISBA Bursarcast, we welcome Tim James, Chairman of Schoolblazer, to explore how uniform and sportswear are evolving in the independent school sector—and why it's more strategic than you might think.Ti...

April 25, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 15 • 35:09

ISBA BURSARCAST // Leadership, Resilience & Values – Scotty Mills on High-Performance Teams and Inspiring Change (11th April, 2025)

In this episode of the ISBA Bursarcast, we bring you the latest news headlines for independent school operations, including:The end of business rates relief for most private schoolsA look at new duties unde...

April 11, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 14 • 16:39

ISBA BURSARCAST // Spring Policy Roundup + Meet the ISBA Chair, Amanda Webb (4th April, 2025)

In this episode of The ISBA Bursarcast, we bring you three key updates that school bursars and operations teams need to know – from immigration changes affecting boarding pupils to increased late payment penalties, and the newly launch...

April 04, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 13 • 23:58

ISBA BURSARCAST // 💻 Digital Transformation in Independent Schools: Strategy, AI & Cybersecurity 🔐(28th March 2025)

In this episode of The ISBA Bursarcast, we welcome Richard Harris from Class Technology Solutions back to delve into the evolving world of digital infrastructure in independent schools.From managing budgets to keepin...

March 28, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 12 • 30:48

ISBA BURSARCAST // What are the options for independent schools in 2025 (21st March 2025)

In this episode of Bursarcast, we’re joined by special guest Arun Kanwar, Managing Partner at Cairneagle, to explore how UK independent schools are adapting to a rapidly changing educational landscape.With increasing...

March 21, 2025 • Season 5 • Episode 11 • 29:35

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