For over 25 years, Somerset Education has been dedicated to the financial sustainability of non-government schools.
We support school governors, principals and business managers to improve financial sustainability and make well-informed decisions.
- Our benchmarking tools help identify and understand areas for improvement by measuring and analysing your school’s performance against similar schools.
- Our budgeting and reporting tools support superior financial management and reporting, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions about current and future financial sustainability.
- Our SKI Scenario Builder™ enables schools to instantly forecast the financial effect and risk of changes in key variables e.g. Enrolments, staffing, wage and other increases
- Our team provides expert assistance to schools through a range of areas including: Financial governance training, Block Grant Applications (BGA) assistance, budgeting development, and financing application assistance.
OUR TEAM
John Somerset, Director
With 38 years in chartered accounting, John specializes in financial governance for non-government schools. His mission is to empower schools with financial confidence and strategic insights. Find out more about John’s expertise in governance, training, and financial sustainability.
David Reed, School Advisor
With over two decades of experience in business and finance, David’s expertise spans various sectors, including over 10 years as a school Business Manager. His multifaceted skill set supports strategic operations and financial viability assessments for non-government schools. Learn more about David’s contributions to education and his role in ensuring financial sustainability for schools.
CJ Galvin, Head of Special Projects
Bringing over 30 years of education experience, CJ offers a student-centric perspective to school leadership challenges. As a former principal, she understands the intricate balance of managing resources for student success. Explore CJ’s insights into school leadership, student immersion trips, and decision-making principles.
Cathryn Galvin, Survey Administrator
Transitioning from healthcare to school administration, Cathryn brings a dedication to supporting educational environments. Her role at Somerset Education allows her to extend her impact and contribute to school communities’ success. Discover Cathryn’s passion for school administration and her diverse experiences fostering thriving educational environments.
OUR HISTORY
