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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250612T100000
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SUMMARY:Simplify School Fee Collection with HUBpay with Direct Debits + FX
DESCRIPTION:Venue\nOnline \nWhen\nThursday 12 June 2025\, 10:00 – 10:30 BST \nEvent Summary\nManaging school fees doesn’t need to be complex. Join this session to discover how HUBpay can consolidate your income processes\, save international parents money\, and give your school a smarter\, more secure and efficient way to manage payments. \nOverview\nWe’ll explore how HUBpay\, powered by Esenda\, enables WCBS customers to collect direct debits and FX payments in one simple platform\, with everything feeding into passFINANCE. With over 100 schools already using it\, this could be your next step towards improved financial efficiency and cashflow. \nWhat will be covered:\n• Introduction to HUBpay and how it works with passFINANCE\n• How FX payments save families money\n• Real-world examples of time and cost savings\n• What onboarding looks like for your school\n• Live Q&A with the team \n  \nWho the event is aimed at\nWCBS schools not currently using HUBpay \nBooking Information\nFree Webinar \n  \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/simplify-school-fee-collection-with-hubpay/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Billing,Partner Webinar,passFINANCE,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T103000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20250519T154918Z
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UID:22311-1749549600-1749551400@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:Get more from HUBpay: Unlock more benefits for your school and its parents
DESCRIPTION:Venue\nOnline \nWhen\nTuesday 10 June 2025\, 10:00 – 10:30 BST\nEvent Summary\nYou’re already using HUBpay for direct debits\, and now FX payments can be switched on for free. This session will guide you through activating this feature to improve fee collection\, save parents money\, and streamline your school’s payment process. \n  \nOverview\nThis free session is designed to help WCBS customers already using HUBpay understand how to activate and use FX payments\, now included at no extra cost. Save time\, increase fee collection predictability\, and support your parents with better rates and a smoother experience. \n  \nWhat will be covered:\n• The benefits of activating FX in HUBpay\n• How parents experience the payment journey\n• How FX payments reconcile directly into passFINANCE\n• Steps to get started; onboarding and support\n• Your questions answered \n  \nWho the event is aimed at\nWCBS customers currently using HUBpay for direct debits \n  \nBooking Information\nFree Webinar \n  \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/fx-in-hubpay/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Billing,Partner Webinar,passFINANCE,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20241111T181322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T181525Z
UID:22016-1733236200-1733239800@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:Advice and top tips for Independent Schools navigating VAT\, with Moore Kingston Smith
DESCRIPTION:Event summary\, \nThis webinar is designed for Finance Managers\, Bursars and the Finance Teams at UK Independent Schools who are looking for advice on how to best navigate the impact of VAT. We will be looking at this from both a practical compliance level\, as well as the decision making that is required to support the VAT treatment of income and expenditure. It will cover any new information following the Autumn Budget. \nOverview \nIn this webinar the WCBS Team will be joined by Debbie Jennings\, VAT Director at Moore Kingston Smith. \nDebbie will offer her hot takes on the impact of VAT to Independent Schools\, covering considerations for schools to be making around expenditure\, exemptions\, and potential VAT recovery\, before answering the questions submitted by our schools in advance of the event. The webinar will be practical\, and focused on the role of the finance team at the school\, looking at “what does the change mean for you?”. \nSpeaker: Debbie Jennings\, VAT Director at Moore Kingston Smith \nDebbie has worked in VAT advisory for more than 25 years and qualified as a chartered tax adviser with Deloitte. As a member of the Chartered Institute of Tax\, Debbie combines technical expertise with an ability to communicate complex VAT issues in plain English\, with particular expertise in the non-profit sector. \nDebbie has provided a full range of VAT advice to clients in the education sector\, including many independent schools. This has included maximising VAT recovery methods\, structuring capital projects in order to mitigate VAT and benefit from available VAT reliefs\, preparing VAT reclaims and considering outsourcing and partnering arrangements. \nMoore Kingston Smith have been working with the education sector for over 30 years’ and are one of the leading firms auditing and advising the sector.  \n  \nFree for WCBS Schools with the WCBS Webinar Package.  \n\nBOOK HERE\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/advice-and-top-tips-for-independent-schools-navigating-vat-with-moore-kingston-smith/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinar,passFINANCE,VAT,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20240919T152039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T152144Z
UID:21873-1730986200-1730989800@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stress Less\, Live More - A Wellness Workshop for Educators
DESCRIPTION:There has never been a more urgent time for schools to address the growing issue of stress. A 2023 study by RS Academics revealed that one of the most significant changes in school leadership is the increasing pressure to manage factors beyond their control—leading to heightened stakes\, complexity\, and urgency. This has resulted in a heavier emotional burden\, often manifesting as stress. In addition\, ISC research shows that school leaders experience nearly double the burnout rates compared to other sectors. \nThis webinar goes beyond offering neuroscience-based strategies for optimizing mental fitness. It uncovers the root causes of stress\, overwhelm\, and burnout\, helping educators understand their triggers and subconscious reactions\, so they can address these issues at the source. Participants will learn how to: \n\nImprove performance without sacrificing well-being\nLead with empathy\, clarity\, and a growth mindset\nBoost employee engagement and resilience\, creating a more empowered workforce\n\nJoin us to round off the year in style\, recharge your mental fitness\, and set you and your team up to thrive in 2025. \n  \nPresenter: Paul Grainger \nPaul Grainger is the CEO of Unlock Dynamic\, an organization dedicated to helping educational leaders achieve peak performance without compromising well-being. With 30 years of experience in education\, Paul has worked with educators in over 15 countries\, enhancing their performance\, strengthening relationships\, and improving happiness. Unlock Dynamic integrates modern coaching techniques\, cutting-edge neuroscience\, and innovative technology to create lasting positive habits\, ensuring sustainable success for individuals\, teams\, and schools – beyond quick fixes. \n  \n\nBook Here\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/stress-less-live-more-a-wellness-workshop-for-educators/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Partner Webinar,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241003T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20240723T122508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T101750Z
UID:21583-1727964000-1727967600@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:Advice and top tips for Independent Schools navigating VAT\, with Moore Kingston Smith
DESCRIPTION:Event summary\, \nThis webinar is designed for Finance Managers\, Bursars and the Finance Teams at UK Independent Schools who are looking for advice on how to best navigate the impact of VAT. We will be looking at this from both a practical compliance level\, as well as the decision making that is required to support the VAT treatment of income and expenditure. \nOverview \nIn this webinar the WCBS Team will be joined by Debbie Jennings\, VAT Director at Moore Kingston Smith. \nDebbie will offer her hot takes on the impact of VAT to Independent Schools\, covering considerations for schools to be making around expenditure\, exemptions\, and potential VAT recovery\, before answering the questions submitted by our schools in advance of the event. The webinar will be practical\, and focused on the role of the finance team at the school\, looking at “what does the change mean for you?”. \nSpeaker: Debbie Jennings\, VAT Director at Moore Kingston Smith \nDebbie has worked in VAT advisory for more than 25 years and qualified as a chartered tax adviser with Deloitte. As a member of the Chartered Institute of Tax\, Debbie combines technical expertise with an ability to communicate complex VAT issues in plain English\, with particular expertise in the non-profit sector. \nDebbie has provided a full range of VAT advice to clients in the education sector\, including many independent schools. This has included maximising VAT recovery methods\, structuring capital projects in order to mitigate VAT and benefit from available VAT reliefs\, preparing VAT reclaims and considering outsourcing and partnering arrangements. \nMoore Kingston Smith have been working with the education sector for over 30 years’ and are one of the leading firms auditing and advising the sector.  \n  \nAvailable to WCBS Schools with the WCBS Webinar Package.  \n\nBOOK HERE\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/mks-vat/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinar,passFINANCE,VAT,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T103000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20240423T144303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T110513Z
UID:20789-1715763600-1715769000@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Power of AI: a Webinar for PAs and Administrative Assistants
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nArtificial intelligence is bringing forth a veritable revolution in terms of increased productivity and the ability to garner insights and perform analyses in powerful and unprecedented ways. \nThe webinar will feature a hands-on exploration of tools specifically designed for increased productivity\, with a focus on how to apply them in the context of PAs in school settings. We will review applications\, work on live examples and compile tools and tips that can boost productivity and result in significant efficiencies. Some of the tools include: \n\nReclaim – Scheduling\nMotion – Scheduling and Planning\nZoom AI companion – summarization\, notetaking.\nMem – Note taking\nYarnit – Social media and content\nChatGPT – GPT4:\n\nData Analysis\nWrite for Me – writing\nPDF AI\nElevenLabs Text to Speech\nDiagrams: Show M\n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Gabriel Rshaid \nGabriel is the co-founder and Director of The Learnerspace\, while also serving as the Headmaster of The Global School in Argentina. Previously\, he served as Headmaster at St. Andrew’s Scots School in Buenos Aires\, Argentina. Gabriel is the author of six books\, and he has contributed as a co-author to other books and anthologies. He has experience in leading professional development workshops globally\, where he collaborates with other educators to shape the future of education. \nInterested?\nThis will be a FREE event for Independent and International School Teachers\, Leaders\, Administrators and Personal Assistants. Please use the form below to confirm your attendance. \n15 May 2024 @ 0900 BST / 1500 ICT\n\nBOOK HERE\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/the-power-of-ai-a-webinar-for-pas-and-administrative-assistants/
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinar,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240508T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240508T102000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20240423T144650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T145142Z
UID:20787-1715158800-1715163600@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:You don't need a title to lead: A Webinar for Independent and International Schools
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nDo you feel there are changes needed in your school but aren’t sure if your input would be welcomed? \nDo you see opportunities to improve communications\, administration\, and/or student wellbeing\, but don’t feel empowered to take initiative? \nNon-teaching staff play a crucial role in identifying opportunities for improvement\, building consensus\, and motivating peers for change. Join an interactive presentation where audience members will be asked to reflect on changes they would like to make in their school and use that desired change as a lens for understanding how to influence peers and leadership. \nLearn about capacity building and transformative collaboration to become Changemakers. \nGuest Speaker: Michael Iannini \nFacilitator\, Board Member for Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN) and a Council of International School’s (CIS) Affiliated Consultant with the following areas of expertise: \n\nAppraisal and Professional Development\nLeadership Training\nSchool Governance\nStrategic Planning\n\nMichael’s first book\, Hidden in Plain Site: Realizing the Full Potential of Middle Leaders\, is the foundation for all his leadership development work. \nInterested?\nThis will be a FREE event for Independent and International School Teachers\, Leaders\, Administrators and Personal Assistants. Please use the form below to confirm your attendance. \n\nBOOK HERE\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/you-dont-need-a-title-to-lead-a-webinar-for-independent-and-international-schools/
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinar,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20231124T154432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T102759Z
UID:19575-1705914000-1705917600@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:Welcoming Independent and International Schools to the world of AI in Education
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn an age where technology is rapidly reshaping the educational landscape\, Independent and International schools have a unique opportunity to leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance their teaching\, learning\, and administrative processes. The “Welcoming Independent and International Schools to the World of AI in Education” webinar aims to explore the myriad benefits of that can be realised\, emphasizing how schools can prepare for\, and harness\, this transformative technology. \nGuest Speaker: Souvik Bose from BDB \nDuring this webinar Souvik will be: \n\nDiving into the world of AI and its role in education.\nUnderstanding the potential benefits and challenges AI brings to Independent and International schools.\nExploring how AI can enhance teaching\, learning\, and administrative tasks.\nSharing their vast experience in enhancing analytics for International Schools across the globe.\nReal-world examples and success stories of AI integration in educational institutions.\n\nFollowing this\, we’ll be taking a moment to put a spotlight on the shared values of HUBmis and BDB- innovation and future facing technology to enable schools to get more from their data. \nWhy attend? \nThis webinar offers an exclusive opportunity for educators\, administrators\, and decision-makers from Independent and International schools to embark on a journey into the world of AI in education. By attending\, you will gain valuable insights into the potential benefits of AI\, discover real-world success stories\, and learn about the innovative collaboration between HUBmis and BDB \nJoin us in embracing the future of education\, where AI-driven solutions can help schools thrive and provide a more enriching learning experience for students and teachers alike. \nDon’t miss this chance to unlock the potential of AI in education and discover how it can transform the way Independent and International schools operate. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting webinar! \nInterested?\nThis will be a FREE event for Independent and International School Teachers\, Leaders\, Administrators and Technology experts. Please use the form below to confirm your attendance. \n\nBOOK HERE\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/diving-into-the-world-of-ai-and-its-role-in-education/
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinar,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240117T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20231124T152443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T152443Z
UID:19572-1705482000-1705485600@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:Unlocking Pupil Wellbeing Excellence: A Webinar for Independent and International Schools
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us for an enlightening webinar designed exclusively for Independent and International schools\, where we will delve into the world of pupil wellbeing and its holistic approach within your institution. Our goal is to empower schools to elevate the wellbeing of their students to new heights. \nGet ready to embark on a journey towards fostering a thriving school environment. \nGuest Speaker: Samantha Garner \nWe are thrilled to welcome Samantha Garner\, a renowned expert in the field of wellbeing. Samantha will share her insights on the significance of pupil wellbeing and why it should be\, and how it can be\, embraced by the entire school community. Learn practical strategies that can transform your school’s approach to student wellness. \nAfter Samantha’s captivating presentation\, we’ll introduce you to HUBmis\, our cutting-edge software solution designed to support pupil wellbeing and enhance their overall educational experience. Discover how HUBmis can streamline your school’s wellbeing initiatives\, making it easier to monitor and manage the mental\, emotional\, and physical health of your students. \nWhy attend? \n\nGain valuable insights from Samantha Garner\, a distinguished wellbeing expert\nUnderstand the holistic approach to pupil wellbeing in independent and international schools\nExplore the potential of HUBmis to revolutionize your school’s approach to student wellness\nConnect with like-minded professionals and share best practices\nTake advantage of a unique offer to get started on your journey to pupil wellbeing excellence\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your school’s approach to pupil wellbeing. Register now and embark on a path to create a happier\, healthier\, and more resilient student community. Secure your spot today! \nInterested?\nThis will be a FREE event for Independent and International School Teachers\, Leaders\, Administrators and Wellbeing experts. Please use the form below to confirm your attendance. \n\nBOOK HERE\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/wellbeing-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Webinar,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T154606
CREATED:20231004T145350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T145937Z
UID:19013-1699441200-1699444800@www.wcbs.co.uk
SUMMARY:WCBS and The Stickman Consultancy: Strategies for Retaining and Recruiting families during the cost-of-living crisis
DESCRIPTION:Event Summary\nAdmissions\, Marketing and Enrolment teams are time poor\, but with the cost-of-living crisis upon us\, retention (and even growth\, with the right tools) is more important than ever for Prep Schools. \nSchools must be proactive in building pipelines whilst making strategic decisions about budget spend. \nIn this webinar Stephen Bilboe\, CEO of WCBS and Emily Richards\, Founder and Director of The Stickman Consultancy\, look at strategies that Prep Schools can put into action in order to ensure their school can begin to\, or continue to\, thrive throughout these turbulent times. \nFirst\, they will look at the key considerations Prep School leaders can and should be asking their admissions and marketing teams\, to improve recruitment and retention. These considerations will allow attendees to better understand their starting point\, what they’re doing well\, and where there is room for improvement. They’ll be able to have more knowledgeable discussions with their admissions and marketing teams\, as well as understand where they need to look for weak points. \nNext\, they’ll be diving into how this critical mindset can be the most useful tool in your armoury to overcome the challenges presented by the tricky climate ahead. With newly gleamed insights Schools will be introduced to new strategies that can be implemented to retain and recruit more pupils. \nAt the end of the webinar you’ll also be treated to an expert Q and A panel\, in which Stephen and Emily will be joined by Mark Brotherton\, Director of Education Services at IAPS and ex- Head Teacher\, and Murcus Culverwell\, Head Teacher at Reigate St. Marys. \nWhat will be covered:\n\nThe current climate and how Prep Schools may be effected\nConsiderations every Prep School needs to be asking themselves\nActivating a critical mindset to prepare for the next challenge\nGrowing and nurturing loyalty among existing parents\nOptimising admissions processes to increase enrolment\nPutting your marketing budget to best use\n\nWho the event is aimed at\nIf you are a Prep School Leader and are looking to improve admissions within your school\, this webinar is the one for you. \nOutcomes\nBy the end of the one hour webinar Prep School Heads\, Bursars\, Admissions and Marketing Staff\, along with all other attendees\, will have gained knowledge on how they can grow loyalty amongst their existing parent body to prevent them from considering competitor schools\, whilst also understanding how their admissions process can be optimised\, ensuring every penny of the marketing budget is put to maximum use in order to recruit more pupils. \nBooking\nPlease complete the booking form below. \nThis is a free webinar. \n\nBOOK ONLINE >\n\n 
URL:https://www.wcbs.co.uk/event/iaps-webinar-strategies-for-retaining-and-recruiting-families/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Admissions,Partner Webinar,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="WCBS":MAILTO:trainingevents@wcbs.co.uk
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