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Issue 4 Autumn2017/18

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WORCESTERSHIRE EDUCATION NETWORK

What People Say About UsThe Worcestershire Association of School Business Management: WASBM

The Worcestershire Association of School Business Management (WASBM - affiliated to NASBM, the professional association for those working in school business management) is very pleased to be associated with the Worcestershire Education Network of suppliers and services for schools (WEN). As Business Leaders in schools, we need to have ready access to a range of value for money, high-quality services, from legal advice to electricians and IT support to curriculum development expertise. The trusted local WEN directory contains only those businesses with a proven track record within education.

In promoting best practice amongst schools, we need to be able to source the very best suppliers and services. A unique feature of WEN is that the network is putting in place a robust procedure for removing any business that fails to meet its high-standard, agreed code of conduct; if any member fails in this regard they will be removed immediately from the WEN directory. We believe that this is the launch of something big; as more local professionals and contractors join WEN, it will embed into a truly comprehensive and trusted source of information for procurement in schools. It is a ‘one stop shop’ for finding local suppliers with experience, expertise and professionalism who will go the extra mile for your school.

WASBM is the Worcestershire forum for local school business managers, facilitating discussion on issues of mutual interest, promoting best practice and signposting professional development. We have links with other professional groups and bodies e.g. the Midland Bursar Group (MBG), Worcestershire Association of Secondary Headteachers (WASH) and the NASBM.

We would be very pleased to hear from you if you are involved in school business management, to discuss the range of support that you need. www.wasbm.org

Russell Dalton Finance and Business Director

Pershore High School http://www.pershore.worcs.sch.uk [email protected]

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Who we are The Worcestershire Education Network (WEN) is a group of local businesses with a national remit, which aims to offer schools in the region exceptional value for money and local personal service across the full range of educational services.

We are a trusted network of educators, suppliers and manufacturers who specialise in delivering high-quality and bespoke solutions to schools; anything from furniture and clothing, to school grounds design, teaching resources, CPD for teachers and engaging curriculum-linked workshops for children - Worcestershire Education Network has the solution to fulfil your school’s needs.

All WEN members are accredited by professional bodies, or endorsed through local reputation, known to each other and trusted by LST, Governor Services, local school business managers and Head teachers. As a local network we can offer you high-quality, bespoke services and a far

quicker turnaround than you are likely to get from national companies who do not operate with the local Worcestershire community at heart.

You can benefit through creating links between your school, the community and the environment. As parents and school governors too, with our children in your schools, we have a keen interest in supporting our local community through ‘added value’ services such as work experience placements too. Please get in touch with us today to find out how we can support your school.

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Code of Conduct:The Worcestershire Education Network promises to:

Bring together local businesses to provide goods and services with a reputation for reliability, exceptional levels of service, professionalism and expertise.

3 Support businesses, working together to ensure that projects in schools are handled smoothly and effectively.

3 Provide help for schools to build a strategic vision for the future and services to help with grant and fund raising.

3 Seek the most cost effective solutions from the Network members for the benefit of schools.

3 Offer a mechanism of ensuring that Network members will maintain standards including the exclusion, if necessary, of any companies not meeting those exacting standards.

3 Pursue best practice within the wider education and supply sector as a whole to share with schools within Worcestershire.

Contents Audio and TechnicalCoomber 5 HTS 7

Building ServicesGould Singleton 9 PR Associates 11 Redditch Partitions & Storage 13 SCI 15 SEA 17 Virtus 19

Grounds, Play and BehaviourHFN 21 LGS 23 Landscapes Naturally 25 P// Lines 27 Thérèse Hoyle 29

Professional ServicesThe Healthy Worker 31 Millbrook Solutions 33 Hoge 100 35 JPM Insurance 37 Parkinson Wright solicitors 39 Three Counties 41 Stretch Developments 43

Media, Marketing and PrintLGD 45 MAP Group 47One Minute Wonders 49 RI Internet Marketing 51

Products and Curriculum ResourcesHME 53 Watercooler World 55 Witley Jones 57

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AUDIO/TECHNOLOGY

Coomber Electronic Equipment LtdCrucible TerraceWoodbury LaneNorton WorcesterWR5 2DQTel 01905 342070 Email [email protected]

Who we areA Worcester company at the forefront of designing and manufacturing specialist educational audio equipment.

We work in conjunction with all levels of schools to ensure our products meet your needs.

Our audio equipment is designed for specific areas of the National Curriculum:

• Speaking and listening skills• Foreign languages• Music• SEN - SLCN

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What we offer• Our exceptional sales support includes free

advice, demonstrations, loan equipment, warranty, servicing and repairs or even upgrades

• Our range of expertise and products provide your school with everything from a headphone to a complete School hall audio system, including specific classroom resources such as Listening Centres with features to assist raising standards and help with interventions.

• Robustly Designed Classroom Listening Stations able to withstand the daily use for many years

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How can your school benefit:We work hard to produce sound systems and audio equipment that we are proud of and that will give our customers years of satisfaction and value. We can help you with whatever you want and need to do; we take care of the technology so that whatever you do comes across with confidence, clarity of voice, quality of sound and with ease of use.

• Free unbiased advice. If you are not sure how to use the audio equipment in your school, or you need advice on choosing the best alternative, let us know. We are happy to help you choose the best solutions.

• Short term loan of equipment. When you only need a piece of audio equipment for a few days and don’t have the resources for a long term investment, we can loan you the equipment you need. Contact us by phone or email to discuss your request and we will offer you the equipment you need.

• Supporting local schools. We can set up your Coomber audio equipment and provide free training onsite so you get the very best from your system.

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Hadleigh Technical Support Audio VisualCharlotte Offices New Road Pershore Worcestershire WR10 1BYTel:01905 840777 Email: [email protected] www.hts-av.com

AUDIO/TECHNOLOGY

Matt Hooper

Who we areWith over 25 years experience in the Audio Visual industry we specialize in systems which are designed and installed to meet your specification.

AV installation has always been the backbone of our business. Our in-depth knowledge enables us to help you choose the best solution for you.

What we offerInteractive projectors, whiteboards and display screens with digital signage solutions. We offer a free no obiligation site survey and quotation. Our Engineers provide you with a professional installation with on site training. With maintence contracts, one off servicing and a call out facilitity to ensure your needs are always met.

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How can your school benefit:We have installed AV in thousands of schools across the UK. These Installs include:- Projectors- Interactive Whiteboards- Interactive Screens- Display Screens

With every installation we ensure that all of the work is done safely. Collaboration between the student, teacher and Technology has proven to be a strong learning platform. We help these benefits with a well structured install.

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Gould Singleton ArchitectsEarlswayHalesowenWest MidlandsB63 3HRTel: 0121 550 0359 07747 011699Email: [email protected]

Who we are• RIBA Chartered Architects Practice -

established since 1977

• ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 and Constructionline compliant and members of The Black Country Chamber of Commerce

• Located in Halesowen, West Midlands

• Working within Education Sector for Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, Sixth Forms and Colleges

• Working on projects throughout England, Scotland and Wales

What we offer• Full Architectural service from inception

to completion

• Project Managers, Design Team Leaders, Urban Designers

• latest AutoCAD software, presentation & visualization software

• Projects fully integrated with NBS Specifications

• Party Wall Surveyors, Contract Adjudicators, Disabled Access Auditors

• Access to Consultant services for structural engineering, cost consulting and landscape design

Aims and Ambitions• To ensure client satisfaction within

financial and programme targets

• Delivery to a high standard of quality and design, construction and finish

• To provide solutions to building problems with added value to the end users

• Developing and enhancing long term relationships

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How can your school benefit:• Work closely in liaison with governors, heads, teachers, staff

and pupils to provide client satisfaction.• Develop Brief and analyse project and programme requirements• Provide commercial awareness of financial viability and

sustainable issues in construction• Presentations to client for approvals at critical stages• Liaise and co-ordinate with local and statutory authorities• Lead design team consultants, contractors and suppliers• Monitoring and enhancing design quality and standard of

specification to deliver the requirements• Bespoke design and specification to suit the client’s

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P R Associates LtdOak OfficeThe FoldBransfordWorcestershire,WR6 5JBTel: 0800 9788 141Email: [email protected]

Who we are• We are a chartered building

consultancy providing comprehensive property support, building design and project management services to local schools in the Shire Counties.

• Design services ranging from feasibility studies to implementation of projects. New build, extensions, refurbishment and repairs.

• A dedicated Property Support Service helping schools and colleges manage service contracts, annual reports and daily property related support.

• Free advice and concept feasibilities for potential projects subject to terms and conditions.

• Fund raising and bid writing support.

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How can your school benefit:• We offer schools a full property support package from building

design to day to day property support. A strong understanding of school property issues and constraints. Meeting the schools property needs with the minimum of fuss and with an emphasis on practical, thoughtful and cost effective solutions.

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What we doThe Redditch Partitions & Storage Co. Ltd., was established in 1983. We have a proven track record of working with educational establishments like yours, designing and installing partitioning, lockers, floor covering, shelving and classroom furniture.

Health & Safety issues are of paramount importance within today’s environment. We pride ourselves on being extremely proactive and to endorse our commitment we are a SEMA Distributor Company. SEMA (Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association) is the leading trade association. The organisation and our membership represent a commitment to industry standards and good business practice. Secondly, we have achieved accreditation and fulfilled the requirements of the safecontractor scheme for businesses, helping our clients make an assured choice in carrying out a safe installation.

The Redditch Partitions & Storage Co. Ltd.Unit 1 Little Forge Road Park Farm North Redditch B98 7SFTel: 01527 517055 Email: [email protected]

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Providing a professional design and installation service for classroom and office refurbishments including; partitioning, suspended ceilings, mezzanine floors, floor covering, shelving and classroom furniture. Full turnkey projects a speciality.

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How can your school benefit:The Redditch Partitions & Storage Co. Ltd. provides reliable and cost-effective facilities products to the wider educational market. Additional space can be created with a mezzanine floor; classrooms and offices can be created or refurbished including the provision of associated services. Teaching and administrative areas can be furnished with desks, chairs and bookcases. We can supply a single item or provide a complete design and installation package.

• Classroom Furniture • Library Shelving• Office Furniture • Classroom and Office Partitioning• Lockers • Suspended Ceilings• Carpet Tiles • Associated power, lighting, • Vinyl Flooring heating and air-conditioning installations

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SCI ManagementPloughmans CourtDroitwich Worcestershire WR9 9DXTel: 01905 771 982Email: [email protected]

Who we areSCI Management Electrical Contractors, Air conditioning & Computer Network Specialists.

We have become the go to company for many Schools in the Midlands area and found that both bursars and the site management teams trust us to deliver a right first time solution, and are very proud of our exceptional high levels of customer satisfaction.

What we offerSCI Management’s education services are designed to meet all the requirements of Schools and Colleges.

Educational Services• Electrical installations (Including, General

Maintenance and Periodic inspections (ECIR)• Air Conditioning (Including Installations,

General maintenance, repairs and servicing)• Computer Networking (Structured Cabling

and Wireless)• Emergency lighting (Maintenance and Testing)• CCTV, Security and Door Entry systems

Keith Walton

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How can your school benefit:We have developed from experience our product portfolio, allowing us to be a competitive one stop shop for all education facilities. With the growing number of schools opting for academy status, we are able to take away the stress and strain of searching for individual solution providers.

Our promise:All our engineers are all DBS registered and are trained to be safety conscious which allows us to work in both occupied and unoccupied areas, as and when required. As a standard practice we design our solutions ensuring flexibility, thus allowing simple maintenance tasks to be completed without the need for specialized knowledge giving our customers piece of mind.

Computer Networking(Structured abling)

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SEA UK LimitedUnit 2 Heron HouseArdath RoadKings NortonBirminghamB38 9PJTel: 0121 433 3348Email: [email protected]

Who we areSEA UK Limited are a technical wholesaler supplying products for school automatic gates, traffic barriers and internal door hinge safety systems.

We are members of the DHF powered door and gate group, dedicated to raising the safety standards in our industry.

What we offer• Gate automation systems that will

work reliably year after year• Perimeter Security - Gates, Fencing

and Traffic Barriers• Video and Audio Intercom Systems

- linking secure entrances to reception• Card reader systems for controlled access• Internal door hinge safety equipment• Free specification advice service

Joffre Reynolds

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How can your school benefit:Schools are motivated to secure their sites with automatic gates; unfortunately,

they often choose companies who specialise in fencing and install systems that

are not compliant with health and safety legislation.

We also provide equipment to upgrade your existing gates and doors, providing a

complete range of hinge guard systems. This will protect the fingers and limbs of

your children and staff against entrapment injuries.

By taking into consideration all of your security requirements, we select the best

safety and automation equipment to match your particular needs.


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Virtus ConsultBirmingham Office The Penthouse Lancaster House 67 Newhall Street Birmingham B3 1NQTel: 0121 200 2855Email: [email protected]

Who we areVirtus Consult is an award winning construction and project management consultancy firm offering tailored solutions to schools and higher education facilities projects locally and nationwide. Our services include:• Project and Programme Management• Cost Management & Quantity Surveying• Energy Consultancy• CDM Advisors

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How can your school benefit:Our experienced education team understand your requirements from programme constraints to energy efficiency and value for money. We can take care of some or all aspects of your construction or refurbishment project from concept idea through to final delivery ensuring a personal approach to meet or exceed your programme and budget expectations.

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Why VirtusWe provide innovative and creative solutions to any commission. We do this by forming collaborative and honest relationships with every client. We do not shoehorn our solutions to fit, we listen to our clients to tailor the perfect solution to meet your needs. Our clients describe us as “dedicated and personable people with integrity” and “an organisation regarded as ‘a breath of fresh air’ to the industry”


GROUNDS, PLAY & BEHAVIOUR

HFN LandscapesAllens HillPinvinPershoreWorcestershireWR10 2DUTel: 01386 555354Email: [email protected]

Who we areCommercial Landscape and Construction• Experienced over 30 years• Passionate about Quality Projects• Leaders in the local area• Pro Active to All Enquires

What we do:• Minor Civils• Hard and Soft Landscaping• Public Open Space Projects• Complete Caravan Park Builds• Public Realm and Cityscapes• Environmental and SuDS

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How can your school benefit:HFN in-house fabrication, metal and joinery – Make your project uniqueExperienced management – Added Value through Budget SavingsPlayground supply and install – All aspects of your designHealth and Safety Accredited – Safety First and ForemostHFN Workforce and Machinery – Delivery on time and within budget

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Landscapes & construction Services LGS, The PaddocksNorman Lane, Stoke PriorHerefordTel: 07541993149Email: info@lgscompany .co.uklgscompany.co.uk

Who we areLGS are a local landscaping company that provide a comprehensive landscaping design and school grounds design service which includes groundwork construction, design, project management, installation and after sales care.

We take great care to always ensure the highest service and standards are met, exceeded only by our commitment to providing exception quality and dedication.

What we offer• Landscaping and design• Fully licensed Tree surgery

maintenance • Tarmacadam surfacing• Perimeter fencing & safety

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How can your school benefit?

As school landscape specialists we can provide teachers with a range of supporting resources to create new and exciting learning opportunities from projects that we have installed. The experience of seeding soil, water, and sun come together to transform into a tiny plant is a lesson in itself and are not soon forgotten.

LGS provide bespoke growing gardens and raised bed areas to suit any schools location be it urban or rural.

Gardens provide a wealth of opportunities for students of all ages to get there hands dirty while learning lessons in many different areas of curriculum such as plant anatomy and botanical science.

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Landscapes Naturally The KnappEvendine Lane, Colwall WR13 6DTFelicity Robinson CMLITel: 01684 540243 07968 771582Email: [email protected]

Who we areFelicity Robinson is a Landscape Architect and teacher specialising in engaging school communities in transforming outdoor play and learning. This combinaton of expertise in educationand landscape architecture over 30 years isunique and valued by schools.Bespoke services help you to achieve positive outcomes for your children.

What we offer• Site problem solving, design and

development from small low cost to large scale projects.

• Raised attainment through stimulating workshops and fun!

• In-school ‘residencies’ and CPD to support outdoor learning and inspire confidence in teaching staff.

• Sustainable, interactive solutions to play and learning issues.

• Practical childrens workshops tailored to your curriculum needs

• Fundraising suport.

Engaging school communities in transforming outdoor learning and play

CMLI Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute

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• on task children enjoying real world learning through curriculum linked workshops, practical application of skills and hands-on construction;

• inspired teachers and TAs;• improved playtime behaviour;• an involved school community with a

shared understanding and engagement in their child’s education;

• site problems solved;• positive marketing of your school

with vibrant grounds showcasing your school’s strengths and creativity;

• a creative curriculum in action, evidenced through project photo stories that record the learning outcomes and evaluation.

How can your school benefit:An experienced eye can help you see your grounds from a fresh teaching and learning perspective. Our services deliver:

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Parallel LinesUnit 2 Open Barn Business Centre WorcesterWR5 3LWTel: 01905 820951 07958 526289Email: [email protected]

Who we areWe are a highly skilled professional company and have a wealth of experience in complex and bespoke projects.

Having started the company in 2009 we have now become market leaders in our field providing traditional line marking, floor graphics and thermoplastic playground designs.

Our specialised teams are DBS checked and have C.S.C.S (Construction Skills

Certification Scheme) registration.

We aim to deliver great results within your timescales to give the best results possible.

One of our driving forces is to work closely with many local partners to keep Worcestershire businesses successfully employing local people.

What we offerA one-stop shop for schools• All indoor and outdoor sports

markings• Thermoplastic playground

designs• Comprehensive ground

maintenance service• Car park linemarking• Health & safety markings

We provide all the help you need with design, costing and implementing your concepts.

Who we are

What we offer

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Tel 01905 345452Mob 07958 526289Address Unit 2 Open Barn Business Centre Worcester WR5 1RS Email [email protected] www.pl-linemarking.co.uk

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We are Professional Linemarking Company established in 2009. We have grown significantly since this time due to our valued customers, and we have investing in the very best equipment in order to provide the broad services we offer. We now have a team of five including an apprentice. We have moved to a purpose built unit and hope to work with many more local partners to keep Worcestershire businesses succesfully employing local people.We have a range of accreditations to include ISO 9001/4001 Safe contractor, CHAS all staff have been through CRB.

A one stop shop for Schools.! All Sports markings indoor and out. Thermoplastic playground designs, Comprehensive Ground maintenance Service, Car parking linemarking and Health and Safety markings.We provide all the help you need with designing, costing and implementing your concepts.


How can your school benefitAs we work with many schools in the three counties and continue to be invited back you can be sure of good testimonials/recommendations from our existing clients.Through diligent training and systemisation we are equipped with the knowledge, experience, professional appearance and safe working methods required in academic environments.

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How can your school benefit? We can improve your school grounds and sports facilities as well as cheering up any playground, creating stimulating environments.Our small team has a wealth of knowledge and experience in• Green-keeping

• Horticulture

• Design

• Amenity resources

• Health & Safety

• We now also offer a shotblasting service”

We have worked in many schools in the three counties and we can be sure of good testimonials from our existing clients.


PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

The Healthy Worker3 Zetland RoadMalvernWorcestershireWR14 2JHTel: 01684 231461Email: [email protected]

Who we areWe understand it’s the people within an organisation who make the difference to an organisations success. We also know improving staff health and wellbeing results in better experience and outcomes for those you teach.

Liz Preece has 20 years of experience within workplace health and wellbeing, during which she has won National Awards and recognition for the outcomes of her wellbeing programmes. As a qualified Occupational Health Adviser, with an MSc in Occupational Health, Liz has experience within the Public and Private Sector and has worked with Schools and Universities to develop the health and wellbeing of their most valuable asset, their staff.

What we do:We act as a trusted partner to provide a holistic approach to health and wellbeing. From assessing organisational needs to delivering

workshops and evaluating the benefits achieved, we provide solutions based upon clinical guidance and best practice.

Highly rated by delegates our workshops are participatory, informative and engaging.

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How can your school benefit:• Improving mental health awareness - helps individuals be aware of the

possibilities in themselves and others.

• Developing wellbeing – improving staff wellbeing enables them to provide the best support for their learners.

• Reducing absence – with challenging budgets reducing absence helps keeps budgets on track.

• Engaging staff – engaged staff work more productively.

• Reducing turnover and attracting talent – great employees want to work for great organisations. Improving your health and wellbeing culture is part of becoming a great organisation.

The Healthy Worker

Workplace Health and Wellbeing assessment, surveys and focus groupsMental health awareness

Recognising stress in yourself and othersBuilding resilience

Improving wellbeing workshopsUnderstanding and effectively managing absence

Call us: 01684 231461

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Millbrook Reports - Your friendly Pupil Report PackageMillbrook House32 Beechcroft DriveTownsend Farm, BromsgroveWorcestershire B61 0DSManaging Director : John PreeceMobile : 07486387917Email : [email protected] www.millbrooksolutions.co.uk

School-led designMillbrook Reports have been designed in conjunction with Head Teachers, teaching staff and administrative staff to deliver an optimum school reports solution.

Simplifying Reports Our easy to operate report software can be used at all levels across the school. Pre-filled fields simplify data input for teachers whilst easy checking systems make it simple for the Leader-ship Team to provide quality assurance. Defined user roles ensure there are secure logins for all users.

Completely Customisable Millbrook Solutions will work with you to create a report format that meets the needs of your staff and your students. We provide dedicated resource to give you hands-on support when you need it.

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Millbrook Reports is a software product designed specifically for teachers to write school reports from either the comfort of their own home or within the school network. Teachers can log-in securely and immediately see their class lists on their homepage. They then select a class and the reports for that class are displayed. They can then select a further filter on the status of the report and continue on from where they left off.

Teaching staff have the option of selecting from pre-defined statements or can write individually worded reports or a mixture of both if preferred. Once written, the reports can be validated by dedicated checkers and then be checked again by the Senior Leadership Team. Grades can be pre-populated and can be edited by administrators for any last-minute changes.

Users are assigned Roles by the administrator so that only the options relevant to each user is displayed.

The printed report can be matched against your existing solution or can be completely re-designed.

To discuss your reporting requirements and arrange a demonstration of Millbrook Reports please call or email.

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Hoge 100 Business Systems LtdIMS House Prescott Drive Worcester WR4 9NETel: 01905 455227 Email: [email protected]

Who we areWe are based in Worcester, have been in the software business for 29 years and have been supporting academies’ finance teams for 10 years with our Dimensions for Academies system.

We might not be the largest supplier of financial systems but we, and our customers, think we are by far the best. We’re not like the rest. We don’t employ vast marketing and sales teams - most of our opportunities come from referrals and our customers are our best sales people.

What we offer:Our system is more than just an accounting system. We have integrated facilities for managing the financial aspects of most ancillary operations like Lettings, School Trips, Locker Fees, Boarding Fees and Uniform Sales and we’re working on Wrap Around too.


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How can your school benefit:If you have a system that isn’t up to the job or a supplier that provides really bad support you could benefit from talking to us.

If you are in the process of converting or considering converting you will need to consider that, as far as finance is concerned, you are a small business with all that entails. You should bear this in mind when selecting your finance system. You will need a ‘real’ finance system like ours that, at its core, has a system that is in use by over 5,000 organisations ranging from large commercial organisations to small special schools.

Dimensions for Academies

A mainstream finance system with top class support:

• Used by 2 of the 10 largest MATs in the country

• Academies, MATs and free schools of all kinds

• The core system is in use by over 5,000 organisations

• Relied on by 30,000 people every day

• At home in cloud, hosted or local environments

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JPM InsuranceJPM House 3 The AvenueThe Cross Worcester WR1 3QATel: 01905 676797 07777 667221Email: [email protected]

Who we areWe are privately owned insurance brokers with offices in Worcester and Halesowen. Being members of Marsh Pro Broker allows us to trade locally face- to- face whilst retaining national/multinational support from the world’s number 1 insurance broker.Having chosen educational partner insurers, together we ensure client’s best interests are adequately protected.

What we offer• Truly independent advice• A variety of insurer choice• Specialist educational insurance contracts• An educational network of ancillary services• Experienced qualified insurance advisors at

all levels (all 20+ years experience)• Educational knowledge as parents,

administrators and governors

JPM is a trading name of JBW (Halesowen) Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. No 445837.

Our Insurer Partners

ECCLESIASTICAL TRAVELERS ZURICH MUNICIPAL

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How can your school benefit:Working with your decision makers (heads, business managers, bursars) to both simplify and qualify the insurance purchasing process in 5 steps.

1) Initial meeting to assess attitude to risk and evaluate against/with a) Formulation of your “first” Insurance Programme b) Testing and Evaluation of existing Programme

2) Present agreed School Risk Profile to our Insurer Partners

3) Secondary meeting (possibly including Insurer risk survey) providing progress/work validation to date.

4) Presentation meeting (including presentation to Governor(s)) to review Insurer offerings/ consider programme options.

5) Formalise Insurance Contract (12/24/36 months) and instruct insurers to issue (JPM validated) contractual documents.

Welcome to our nursery!

Corridors, like Insurance can be presented in many forms!

Parkinson WrightHaswell House St Nicholas Street WorcesterWR1 1UNTel: 01905 721600Email: [email protected]/parkinsonwright

Who we areWe are a local firm of solicitors with

offices in Worcester, Droitwich and

Evesham.

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QualitySolicitors network which

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customer service every time.

We act for a number of schools in

both the state and private sector

What we offerWe are a full service law firm with specialist

departments covering all legal disciplines

likely to be required by schools including: • Property• Planning and Construction• Governance• Corporate and Regulatory issues• Charity and Public Benefit• Employment and HR• Education and Pupils• Parent relationships• Special Educational Needs• Commercial Contract and Intellectual

Property issues• Data protection• Admission Arrangements• Appeals

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SERVICES

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How can your school benefit:There is a misconception in the Education Sector that schools need to consult ‘specialist’ national solicitors for their legal advice, with the result that their legal advisors are often remote from the school and charge top rate fees. We are a local firm able to provide all the specialities that the national’s can at a considerably lower cost. In addition, being local we are able to become involved in supporting all aspects of the school community

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Three Counties PayrollUnit 7Ball Mill Top Business ParkHallowWorcesterWR2 6LSTel: 01905 622245Email: [email protected]

Who we areThree Counties Payroll is one of the UK’s leading providers of payroll services. A qualified, professional team who have been offering Payroll Bureau services to our clients for over 12 years. Your payroll couldn’t be in safer hands with our best service & best price policy.

What we offer• Payroll Processing: Same day

processing with either manual or electronic delivery to include all reporting

• Full HMRC Submissions: RTI compliant processing and submissions inluding all month end and Year end requirements

• Payment Facilities for you staff: BACS approved compliant pay submissions are undertaken securely by our teamNeil Sysum

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How can your school benefit:The education sector is an unusual one regards payroll services’. There are abnormal demands in relation to timing of pay, holiday allowance and entitlement, pay strucutres, pensions and a wealth of ‘additional’ elements not featured in normal Payroll Services.

It’s important to work with a provider that understands the needs and demands in this sector and Three Counties Payroll certainly does...

Our Bureau has many years experience in this sector and our client testimonials include claims that ‘our skill set and knowledge is some of the best

in the industry’

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Stretch Developments LtdDavid Hyner PSAE FPSA ALAM

Tel: 01785 859589Mobile: 07958 [email protected]@davidhynerwww.stretchdevelopment.comwww.davidhyner.comwww.ideasdog.co.uk

Who we areHigh impact, FUN, challenging and inter-active speakers and trainers who “care” about the development of young adults.

Presenting to 10’000 - 50’000 students and staff every year all over the world means we are a “safe pair of hands” that gets results.

David Hyner is a multi-award winning speaker and researcher whose work has raised the grades and aspirations of thousands of young adults.

Research based - all of our work is based upon 20+years of research interviews with top achievers… don’t you deserve that assurance?


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What we offer;A proven track record over many years with thousands of success storiesStudent talks and workshops (yr6-13)Staff CPD and team-buildingParents eventsAttainment - proven goal setting model and Ind. learning skillsAspirations - motivation and wellbeingRevision & Study Skills that are FUN!Career and enterprise daysExtended programmes for long term engagementPresentation & Public Speaking SkillsSpeakers & talks for assembly & awards eveningsVideo and audio training packages

How can your school benefit:• Research based content that gets results.• Gives students & staff the skills and confidence to set & achieve massive goals.• Reliable, experienced and caring presenters who want to help you succeed.• Post event audio & video resources at no extra cost.• Great value being able to present to whole or half year groups at a time.• Hundreds of testimonials & references available.

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LGD46 Warstock Road Kings Heath Birmingham B14 4TSTel: 0121 430 9000 Fax: 0121 430 9019Email: [email protected]

Who we areL G Davis has been a family run Company since it was founded in 1962.

The business was established with the aim of delivering high quality print and office products backed by superb customer service – and this still applies to the way the company is run today.

What we offerFinding one quality print provider can be a nightmare. Long run, short run, one colour, full colour, letterheads, business cards, a glossy prospectus, monthly newsletter, A5, A4, there are so many variations of what a school may need.

At LGD we have in-house capabilities able to provide all you may require. Digital print, lithographic print, large format print and numerous finishing equipment which all deliver exceptional quality at affordable prices. We also have a design team on hand to support you or create a design from your brief if you prefer. Plus, with a catalogue of over 20,000 stationery products we supply and deliver all types of office equipment, and stationery items each day, using our own dedicated delivery vans to ensure speed and convenience.Marcus, Liz and Matt

MEDIA, MARKETING AND PRINT

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How can your school benefit:Whatever we may do for you, we’d like to make your life easier, and whether that’s ensuring your print requirement is right first time, on time and within budget, delivering desk top stationery or creating a highly effective school marketing campaign - our friendly team will work with you to ensure your project is delivered and delivered well. We will advise on the best solution taking into account both quality and cost – and wherever possible, we’ll try to save you money.

Please talk to us about:3 School Newsletters3 School Prospectus3 School Diaries3 School Framework

Policies3 School Presentation

Folders3 School Visitor Passes

3 School Flyers3 School year books3 School achievement

stickers3 School celebration

postcards

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MAP GroupUnits 12 -14 Maylite Trading Estate Martley Worcester WR6 6PQTel: 01886 888713Email: [email protected]

Who we areThe MAP Group was established in 1967 to satisfy a requirement for high quality printed products.Since then, we have expanded into vehicle branding, signage and digital cutting.So if you’re looking for print, vehicle graphics, signage, banners or displays then talk to The MAP Group, we’re here to help.

What we offer• Design - In-house design department. With personal contact throughout the process

from concept to finished installation / supply.• Printing - High quality screen or digital printing onto a host of materials from

polycarbonates, vinyl, metal, wood and glass to name a few.• Vehicle Branding - From simple logos and contact details, to stunning colourful full

wraps. We can help you make the most of your vehicle.

• Signage - From building signs to warning signs, post and panel signs to totems MAP offers a wide range of signage solutions

• Exhibition & Display - A wide range of pop up displays and eyeleted banners.


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How can your school benefit:We have been in the print business for over 40 years. With our team of seasoned professionals and the versatility we offer, combined with our ongoing investment in technology, we ensure that you, as our customer, receive value for money solutions, for all your graphic and creative needs.


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One Minute Wonders The Coach House Kateshill Bewdley DY12 2 DRTel: 07973 463932 / 01299 401413Email: [email protected]

[email protected]

Who we are and what we offerWe produce video prospectuses (and other educational videos) to help showcase your school and attract new parents, pupils and teachers.

The production team is very experienced and highly qualified in the film – making business having worked for major UK and international broadcasters (BBC, C4 and ITV) for many years prior to setting up One Minute Wonders. Projects are bespoke and the company can handle the whole process from initial concept and shooting through to final delivery. The company also produces other videos of all genres, shapes and sizes including One Minute Wonders. These are 60 second promotional films focussed on getting your message across concisely and memorably. The videos are used for promotion and education. Recently we have been specialising in time lapse and stop motion videos.



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How can your school benefit:• Lots of experience of working with schools having made several videos for schools and education departments• We have produced and directed:- • Videos on Inclusion for Wolverhampton

(Special Needs Children) • SEAL (Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning) • Teaching Mathematics in Primary Schools • Videos for school websites • A series of training videos about Dyspraxia• I also do supply teaching in various secondary schools in the West Midlands so

understand how stressful school life can be and lecture at Worcester University and Halesowen College

• DBS/CRB checked and BBC trained


Who we areWe work with a number of schools in higher education to develop their website so that they attract more prospective parents while improving the usefulness for parents, staff and students.

We guide and coach our clients on how to use technology effectively and are passionate about simplifying processes to save time.

Our real asset however, is not technical knowledge or creative flair but a willingness to listen.

People love our coaching sessions because they come away enthused, empowered and ready for action.

What we offer• Regular coaching and

advice to develop improved marketing strategies

• Beautiful and mobile friendly web design

• Website hosting and support to keep your website online

• Effective email campaigns designed and delivered

Rather Inventive Internet Marketing 6 Windmill Road, KembleCirencesterGL7 6ALTel: 0800 881 5805Email: [email protected]

ratherinventive.com

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How can your school benefit:

• Developing longer term strategies to increase admissions

• Instil confidence in your team’s ability to explore internet marketing opportunities

• Fill the gaps in your knowledge or technical ability from design to code

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HME Technology LimitedPriory House Saxon Park, Hanbury Rd, Stoke Prior Bromsgrove. WorcsB60 4AD Tel: 01527 839000Email : [email protected]

Who we areHME is a privately owned British company based in the heart of England who design, manufacture and supply workshop equipment. Covering the National curriculum from Key Stage 2 through to University Degrees.

HME’s range of equipment covers curriculum learning in• Design• Resistant materials• CAD CAM• Mechanical engineering

What we offer• Fully Designed and Equipped Workshops• Installed to BS4163:(2014) and BB81 2004• Quality Machinery• HSG 258 Designed Local Exhaust Ventilation

All machinery has minimum 12 months warranty, with a complete after sales service offered by HME’s fully trained engineers

Julian Davis

PRODUCTS & CURRICULUM RESOURCES

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How can your school benefit:HME engage with schools to provide safe and suitable workshops, for their specific needs, ensuring builders and architects know the requirements alike for both the school and teaching space.This will include: • Free consultancy • Site visits • NEBOSH Qualified Engineers • Detailed drawings • Full installationAfter sales service including: • Teacher training • Health and Safety training • Machine conformity inspections • Local Exhaust Ventilation testing


Who we areWe are a supplier of water coolers, coffee machines and water boilers.

Our aim is to ensure everyone is properly hydrated and therefore healthy and happy.

WaterCooler World provides quality services and solutions to meet your requirements in the most cost effective way.

What we offer• Water Coolers, bottled or plumbed in• Water boilers• Coffee machines• Quality service, quality products• Rent or buy your equipment• Tailored packages to meet your needs• Free site survey before equipment is

installed• Regular maintenance• All support included

Watercooler World8 Lyttleton RoadPershoreWorcestershireWR10 2DFTel: 01386 800888Email:[email protected]

www.watercoolerworld.uk.com

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How can your school benefit:Keeping correctly hydrated is vitally important. Here are some of the reasons why:

A 2% drop in body water causes fuzzy memory, trouble with basic math, and problems focusing on computer screens or printed page

For each 1% loss of water, there is a loss of 10% in exercise performance

With the human body being made up of almost 70% water it is vital to keep hydrated to stay healthy

Studies have found that productivity has gone up by as much as 10% since installing watercoolers

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Witley Jones FurnitureBeech HouseBarracks Road,Sandy Lane Ind Est Stourport on Seven DY13 9QATel: 01299 828888Email [email protected]

Who we areWe design and manufacture a range of furniture specifically for education. All of our furniture is tried and tested in the school environment and is manufactured from legal and sustainable timber products.We offer a range of different finishes to suit all budgets

What we offerFree consultation, survey and design.

Classroom, ICT, Common room, staff room in fact furniture for any part of your school.Contact

Simon Downes


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How can your school benefit:By working closely with teaching staff we can develop furniture that is multi functional, comfortable and will meet the relevant British standards. Our furniture is manufactured specifically for school use and therefore its robust nature and intelligent design will give you an extended lifespan compared to imported furniture. Our unique design software enables us to manufacture “bespoke” items at a fraction of the cost of traditional methods.

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The Worcestershire Education Network: WEN

Last year, the Worcestershire Education Network members pooled together the resources necessary to offer educators the best possible event. Thank you to all the teachers, bursars and school business managers who attended the keynote speaker sessions, the networking sessions and the education related presentations on the day.

Here are some highlights from the last WEN event:

• We started the day with Jane Howard’s inspirational talk about education in general and the new National Curriculum in particular: “New emphasis in the new curriculum is on speaking & listening.”

• Ofsted Inspector Kate Brunt offered us an alternative look at how to aim for outstanding: “Empowering people is the key leading towards Outstanding.”

• Felicity Robinson and Miguel Dean talked about the relationship between the outdoor environment & learning.

• Andy Wheeler from the Worcestershire County Cricket Club talked about how skills are developed from physical literacy - “Primary School Programme is aimed at getting the children of Worcestershire more active & healthy.”

• WMS were there as well talking about how they can assist the education sector.• Worcester Association of School Business Management made everyone aware

of the barriers to entrepreneurship in schools.• The amazing choir from Hartlebury School delighted the audience.• The raffle prizes were awarded by Tony Bennett, Coomber Electronic Equipment

MD.• At the end Robin Walker, MP for Worcester, joined us for a Q&A session on

Fairer Funding for education in Worcestershire.

It was a great day for everyone interested in local Worcestershire education. This year we promise to offer you a WEN event that will rival the last one! Our network keeps growing with new members joining us, so don’t miss our new and inspiring ideas & resources at the next event!


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The Worcestershire Education Network: WENPlease contact our members:

Coomber Electronic Page 5Equipment Ltd Coomber Electronic Equipment LtdCrucible Terrace Woodbury Lane Norton, Worcester WR5 2DQ 01905 342070 Email: [email protected] www.coomberaudio.com

Gould Singleton Page 9 Architects Earlsway, Halesowen,West Midlands B63 3HRTel: 07747 011699 0121 550 0359Email: [email protected]

HFN Landscapes Page 21Allens Hill, Pinvin, Pershore,Worcestershire WR10 2DUTel: 01386 555354Email: [email protected]

HME Technology Page 51 Limited Priory House Saxon Park, Hanbury Rd, Stoke Prior Bromsgrove, Worcs B60 4AD Tel: 01527 839000Email: [email protected] www.hme-tech.com

Hoge 100 Business Page 35 Systems LtdIMS House, Prescott Drive, Worcester WR4 9NETel: 01905 455227 Email: [email protected]

HTS Page 9Charlotte Offices, New Road,Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 1BYTel: 01905 840777 Email: [email protected]

JPM Insurance Page 37JPM House, 3 The Avenue, The Cross, Worcester WR1 3QATel: 01905 676797 07777 667221Email: [email protected] www.jpm-group.co.uk

Landscapes Naturally Page 25The Knapp, Evendine Lane, Colwall WR13 6DTTel: 01684 540243 07968 771582Email: [email protected] www.landscapesnaturally.co.uk

LGD Page 4546 Warstock Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 4TSTel: 0121 430 9000 Fax: 0121 430 9019Email: [email protected] www.lgdsolutions.com

LGS Page 23The Paddocks, Norman Lane,Stoke Prior, HerefordTel: 07541993149 Email: [email protected] www.lgscompany.co.uk

MAP Group Page 47Units 12 -14 Maylite Trading Estate, Martley, Worcester WR6 6PQTel: 01886 888713Email: [email protected]

Millbrook Solutions - Page 33 Your friendly Pupil Report PackageMillbrook House32 Beechcroft DriveTownsend Farm, BromsgroveWorcestershire B61 0DSManaging Director: John PreeceMobile: 07486 387917Email: [email protected] www.millbrooksolutions.co.uk

One Minute Wonders Page 47The Coach House, Kateshill, Bewdley DY12 2 DRTel: 07973 463932 01299 401413Email: [email protected] [email protected]

Parallel Lines Page 27Unit 2, Open Barn Business Centre, Worc WR5 3LWTel: 01905 820951 07958 526289Email: [email protected] www.pl-linemarking.co.uk

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Parkinson Wright Page 39Haswell House, St Nicholas Street, Worcester WR1 1UNTel: 01905 721600Email: [email protected]/parkinsonwright

PR Associates Page 11Oak OfficeThe FoldBransfordWorcestershire,WR6 5JBTel: 0800 9788 141Email: [email protected]

Rather Inventive Page 49 Internet Marketing 6 Windmill Road Kemble,Cirencester, GL7 6ALTel: 0800 881 5805Email: [email protected]

The Redditch Page 13 Partitions & Storage Co. Ltd.Unit 1 Little Forge Road Park Farm North, Redditch B98 7SFTel: 01527 517055 Email: [email protected]

SCI Management Page 15Ploughmans Court, Droitwich, WR9 9DXTel: 01905 771 982Email: [email protected]

SEA UK Limited Page 17Unit 2 Heron House, Ardath Road, Kings Norton,Birmingham B38 9PJTel: 0121 433 3348Email: [email protected]

Stretch Page 43 Developments Ltd Tel: 01785 859589Mobile: 07958 [email protected]@davidhynerwww.stretchdevelopment.comwww.davidhyner.comwww.ideasdog.co.uk

The Healthy Worker Page 313 Zetland Road, MalvernWorcestershire WR14 2JHTel: 01684 231461Email: [email protected]

Thérèse Hoyle Training Page 29and Educational ConsultancyThe Training Suite, 6 Sugarloaf Close, Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 1FQTel: 0800 311 8991 0121 369 1998Email: [email protected]

Three Counties Payroll Page 41Unit 7, Ball Mill Top Business Park, Hallow, Worcester WR2 6LSTel: 01905 622245Email: [email protected]

Virtus Consult Page 19Birmingham Office, The Penthouse, Lancaster House, 67 Newhall Street, Birmingham B3 1NQTel: 0121 200 2855Email: [email protected]

Watercooler World Page 53 8 Lyttleton Road, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 2DFTel: 01386 800888Email: [email protected]

Witley Jones Furniture Page 55Beech House, Barracks Road, Sandy Lane Ind Est., Stourport on Seven DY13 9QATel: 01299 828888Email: [email protected]

DIRECTORYWORCESTERSHIRE

EDUCATIONNETWORK

Issue 4 Autumn2017/18

Contact Us:Worcestershire Education Network

Tel: 01905 780 059 www.worcestershireeducationnetwork.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

Worcestershire Education Network (WEN)is a group of local businesses with a national remit, which aims tooffer schools in the region exceptional value for money and local

personal service across the full range of educational services.

We are a trusted network of educators, suppliers andmanufacturers who specialise in delivering high-quality and

bespoke solutions to schools; anything from furniture and clothing,to school grounds design, teaching resources, CPD for teachers

and engaging curriculum-linked workshops for children.

Worcestershire Education Networkhas the solution to fulfil your school’s needs.

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