The Schools' Enterprise Association

05/12/2023

Grab a coffee and join us on Thursday 7th December at 10am for the next virtual ‘SEA Fireside Chat’ hosted by Tim Ostle, Commercial Director, Charterhouse School. Thank you Tim.

This will be very informal drop-in conversations. No agendas, no programmes just pop in with a coffee to chat about anything you wish.⠀This event is included in your SEA membership, so there is no extra cost.

A zoom link has been sent via email to all members. Please get in touch if you have not received this link.⠀

For further information - https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/ or email [email protected]⠀⠀⠀

01/12/2023

Welcome to the newest member of the SEA team - Adèle Greaves, who has now joined us as the SEA Professional Development Manager, sourcing and running the Schools'​ Enterprise Association's commercial specific courses and training for those of all levels working in this sector as well as supporting us at Advisory meetings and Conferences. As the focus on commercial activity increases as a necessary part of school use, we are excited to have Adèle as part of the team in an industry that she knows really well.

Adèle has over twenty years’ experience of promoting and managing various companies. More recently at The Mill Hill School Foundation in North London, as Marketing Director from 2010-2012 and then Director of Commercial Operations until the end of 2023.

Adèle has been a great supporter of the SEA since its inception and strongly believes that the sharing of information and experience within this unique sector will ensure that best practices are developed to give schools the confidence to maximise the commercial return from many underused school buildings, whilst balancing this with the educational needs of the pupils. Having served as Chair of the SEA Committee from 2019 to 2021, and then as a Special Advisor until 2023, she continues to inspire us with her invaluable advice and guidance.

30/11/2023

*SEA RECRUITMENT* The Mill Hill Education Group are looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to take on day to day management of Cobham Hall, a busy school that holds a variety of lets during the School holiday periods.

This is a challenging and varied role. This role will encompass operational management during the School term as well as the planning and delivery of Lets throughout the year. The Commercial Manager will work closely with the Estates Manager and have the ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and changes in routine.

For further information or to apply:

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/jobs/commercial-manager-2/

Mill Hill School Enterprises NW7

29/11/2023

29/11/2023

St James Senior Boys' School is a hidden gem of a venue for weddings and parties. Get in touch if you want to know more.

29/11/2023

Christmas tech camps at Berkhamsted School! What a fantastic and different idea Berkhamsted Enterprises!

Next Thing Education Camps are back at Berkhamsted School this Christmas! Places are available to book now, don't forget discount code CC5 for £5 off 🚀

Book today at https://bit.ly/46oVGQe

29/11/2023

Exciting to see our member schools working together! Great news Bede's Summer School and Royal Russell School.

Yesterday we visited Royal Russell School with our key partners to show them around the beautiful facilities that we will be using in summer 2024.

We visited the swimming pool, sport facilities, boarding houses and classrooms - and were very impressed with the standard and every aspect of the school.

We are very excited for the cooperation between Bede's Summer School and Royal Russell School - are you?

28/11/2023

Such a stunning venue to be proud of Harrow School Enterprises Limited. Imagining all the amazing events that can be hosted there!

28/11/2023

Join the SEA Professional Advisors – Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP for this upcoming Contracts and Legal Matters Training Seminar on Wednesday 24th January on Zoom.

Are your contracts up to date?
Do they meet the needs of your current lets?
Do they provide both you and your customer with adequate protection should the need arise?

Book now: https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/event/contracts-and-legal-matters/

To receive an invoice, please email [email protected]

27/11/2023

Wow CLC Venues & Events what a brilliant location for filming such an exciting show!

27/11/2023

Independent Schools Council's 2023 Celebrating Partnerships booklet is out now! Take some time out today to read the transformative impact of these collaborations to realise how important these relationships are.

Exciting news – the 2023 ISC Celebrating Partnerships booklet is here! Delve into the world of partnership work between state and independent schools and read all about the transformative impact of these collaborations http://bit.ly/49V79tv

27/11/2023

NEW MEMBER FEATURE: Danes Hill School’s expansive grounds and facilities are available for hire during school holidays and at certain times during the term. 55 acres of landscaped ground in the village of Oxshott makes Danes Hill School a special and popular venue for a wide range of activities and events.

Danes Hill School’s state-of-the-art sports hall is marked out for 2 basketball courts and 2 netball courts. These can also be used to play indoor hockey and 5 a-side football. In addition there are 8 badminton courts, which will be used for volleyball and mini tennis, 3 cricket nets and a 10 meter high climbing wall. Other facilities include a full Size competition Astro with toilet facilities nearby, a 25 metre outdoor heated swimming pool, which is covered in the colder months and 2 performance spaces.

https://www.daneshillschool.co.uk/external-venue-hire/

For further information - https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/ or email [email protected]⠀⠀
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26/11/2023

Tonbridge Events it really is! How wonderful.

24/11/2023

It's been an exciting week for The Schools'​ Enterprise Association Reference Library! Not only does it now include the brand new SEA Safeguarding Framework but also the SEA Venue Hire Agreement template.

If you want to get your hands on these documents and more, you'll need to be an SEA member. To join, here's the link:

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/membership/

We look forward to welcoming you to the SEA soon!

Thank you to:

Jane Bee Safeguarding
Julie Lynn, Commercial Manager, Caterham School
Penningtons Manches Cooper

24/11/2023

Absolutely loved our visit to member's Berkhamsted School last week. A beautiful school with so many wonderful spaces. It was fantastic to see how the school is constantly progressing commercially, thanks to the dedication and hard work of those involved. Lots of exciting plans ahead. Watch this space!

Berkhamsted Enterprises

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/

22/11/2023

*SAFEGUARDING FOR COMMERCIAL EVENTS*
Wednesday 29th November - 10am on Zoom.

Your safeguarding culture is only as strong as your weakest link.

Where does your responsibility for safeguarding begin and end in terms of your commercial activities?

Is it good enough to simply understand the lessors’ DBS status?

While safeguarding is certainly the lessor’s duty, it is your responsibility to satisfy yourself that those using your property have safeguarding in place and that risks are identified and minimised.

What are the questions you need to ask in order to do this for each of your lettings?

This safeguarding seminar is vital for anyone managing a commercial portfolio. It highlights the systems that need to be in place, identifies common risks and pitfalls and how you night mitigate these to ensure that your lettings are as safe as they can be.

Book now: https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/event/training-professional-development-safeguarding-for-commercial-events/

21/11/2023

Looking forward to seeing our members in the morning for the SEA Virtual Roundtable. We're excited to announce that this will be the official launch of the SEA Safeguarding Framework. Dorothy McLaren, CEO of the SEA will be joined by Professional Advisors, Jane Bee from Jane Bee Safeguarding and Gemma Woodhouse, from Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP to guide you through the framework and how it works.

All registered delegates have received joining instructions by email. This event is part of SEA membership and comes at no additional cost to members.

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/

18/11/2023

Bede's Summer School are certain that employing the best staff is one of the keys to their success.

Employing the best Staff is at the core of everything we do at Bede's Summer School.

From cheerful Activities Leaders, House Parents and Teachers to experienced Managers - their professionalism and care is visible in all aspects of running every single one of our Bede's summer schools.

We appreciate our Staff and not only offer them a competitive remuneration package, but also free board and accommodation for the duration of their employment with us, as well as access to our ample facilities - free parking at all of our locations, gyms, sports halls, swimming pools and common rooms to relax in.

Our recruitment processes have started for summer 2024 and we would love to see job applications from like-minded motivated summer professionals - are you one of them?

17/11/2023

A fabulous day meeting with The Schools' Enterprise Association Scottish Schools at George Watson's College in Edinburgh.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the lively discussions on Summer 23, the new SEA Safeguarding Framework and Booking Agreement template, due to be in the SEA Reference Library VERY SOON!

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
Jane Bee Safeguarding

16/11/2023

Rugby School Enterprises and their school shop.

Has your school thought about getting into retail as yet another commercial venture? Join us for The Schools' Enterprise Association Advisory Meeting at Clifton College on 28th February to find out more!

15/11/2023

The Schools' Enterprise Association are delighted to be at George Watson's College in Edinburgh for the Annual SEA Scotland Advisory Meeting.

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/

14/11/2023

*SEA Recruitment* Charterhouse School have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and experience leisure professional to join the team at Charterhouse as the Charterhouse Club Manager.

Charterhouse Club is a major player in the Godalming leisure market. A highly successful dual-use facility catering for over 900 leisure club members, 250 golf members, 950 pupils, and over 400 School staff and their families, offering a full range of facilities and services associated with a typical health and fitness club.

The main role of the Charterhouse Club Manager is to manage the extensive indoor sports facilities and golf course to provide the greatest possible opportunity for pupils of Charterhouse School and the local Godalming community to develop an active lifestyle, in a club environment, where people feel they really belong.

For further information or to apply:

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/jobs/leisure-club-manager/

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11/11/2023

Grab a coffee and join us on Tuesday 14th November at 10am for the next virtual ‘SEA Fireside Chat’ hosted by Hannah Dwyer, Commercial Manager from CLC Venues & Events . Thank you Hannah Dwyer.
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This will be very informal drop-in conversations. No agendas, no programmes just pop in with a coffee to chat about anything you wish.⠀This event is included in your SEA membership, so there is no extra cost.
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A zoom link has been sent via email to all members. Please get in touch if you have not received this link.⠀
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For further information - https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/ or email [email protected]⠀⠀⠀
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10/11/2023

The SEA are delighted to introduce you to new Corporate Partner's Ultimate Activity Camps .

Ultimate Activity Camps deliver inspiring, safe and fun holiday programmes for children 4-14yrs as well as specialist sport-coaching, bushcraft, tech camps and cookery courses at over 40 outstanding independent schools. We partner with schools to generate significant income through facility hire, whilst providing high-quality holiday childcare they are proud to offer their parents, as well as driving prospective families to the school during the holidays.

Get in touch:

[email protected] or https://www.ultimateactivity.co.uk

09/11/2023

To mark the start of Henley Royal Regatta 2022, we've rounded up 11 of the best schools for rowing in The UK.

09/11/2023

It’s Christmas holiday camp time at Danes Hill School and many other schools. Not long now! No time to relax for our commercial teams but definitely worth it.

Join us this Christmas for our Danes Hill School holiday camps! We have a whole host of exciting activities planned guaranteed to get children in the festive mood. Our camps will run from Monday 18 December to Wednesday 20 December hosted by our specialist teachers. To find out what is on offer and to book your place please visit our website https://bit.ly/3QrWu0M

09/11/2023

Fantastic partnership with Saracens Mavericks for Berkhamsted School .

Berkhamsted Enterprises

We're thrilled to announce our new partnership with Saracens Mavericks (a Netball Super League franchise).

After Berkhamsted’s successful partnership with Saracens Rugby, Director of Sport, Tom Pierce, and Head of Netball, Dannii Titmuss-Morris, explored how the school’s relationship with Saracens could be used to benefit as many pupils as possible.

“We knew that the school’s partnership with Saracens Rugby had improved our rugby players’ confidence and participation in the sport, so we decided to develop our relationship with the team by partnering with Saracens' Netball team, Saracens Mavericks” says Tom.

Our pupils will benefit from player masterclasses, kit giveaways, and interactions with high-achieving professional players through this partnership. But Dannii and Tom are most eager for the partnership to develop pupils’ confidence and inspire them to become more engaged in netball.

Dannii adds “We have several performance athletes already at Berkhamsted, representing in England Netball Future Roses, Netball Scotland U17s and across franchise netball. This partnership will not only continue to accelerate the development of those athletes, but it will also inspire those not yet on a performance pathway to pursue their playing potential.”

We can't wait to watch our netballers thrive with the support of Saracens Mavericks.

09/11/2023

Co-curricular is such an important part of a school. How can you make the most out of your co-curricular offerings commercially at your school?

Jo Vila, Deputy Head of Co-curricular at Berkhamsted Schools Group explores the many benefits of extracurricular activities in schools

09/11/2023

Perfect way to celebrate Christmas Repton School with a Santa’s Grotto!

We have exciting news!

We are now accepting bookings for Santa's Grotto at this year's Christmas Fayre. Bookings include a visit with Santa, a gift and entry to the elves' workshop!

To book your slot here: https://reptonschool.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/program/index

Or alternatively, email [email protected]. Tickets cost £11.50 and all proceed will go to South Derbyshire CVS.

09/11/2023

Looking forward to taking a tour of member school Berkhamsted School next week!

We are excited to have the incredible Rebecca Caine performing at our Centenary Theatre on the 16th November.

Rebecca Caine is an international opera singer and actress who created the role of Cosette in Les
Miserables for the RSC and was a celebrated Christine Daae in Phantom of the Opera in the
West End and her native country, Canada. Her operatic credits include the roles of Lulu, V***n,
Marguerite, Violetta, Susanna for companies such as English National Opera, Glyndebourne,
Nice, Glimmerglass and Scottish Opera.

Tickets on sale now at

https://bit.ly/RCAINE

09/11/2023

Love this Denstone College!

09/11/2023

Our member schools are so busy! So much for the general public to enjoy.

Alleyn's School

[Open to all] We are delighted to welcome world-renowned cellist Natalie Clein to our school, to headline the Dulwich Concert Series at Alleyn's on Monday 27 November.

Clein, who studied at the Royal College of Music, rose to prominence after winning both the BBC Young Musician of the Year Award and the Eurovision Competition for Young Musicians.

Head here to book a place 👉 https://tinyurl.com/mphemrye

09/11/2023

This really is magical Stamford Endowed Schools. Delighted to have you as new The Schools' Enterprise Association members this year!

09/11/2023

09/11/2023

Showcasing your theatre! Harrow School Enterprises Limited.

09/11/2023

It’s nearly that time of year again! Members, who else is holding a Christmas market at their school? And if not, why not?

Tonbridge Events

We are super excited to announce that we have over 50 stalls at our market. Come along and find that special gift for a loved one. It's free entry and there's free parking at the TSC.
We look forward to seeing you.🎄🎄🎁🎁

09/11/2023

We are excited to be catching up with our Scottish school members next week at George Watson's College in Edinburgh for the annual SEA Scotland Advisory Meeting.

If you haven't already registered your place, then please follow the link below:

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/event/sea-advisory-meeting-scotland/

For more information about the SEA or SEAS:

https://schoolsenterpriseassociation.com/

06/11/2023

Some fantastic photos of City of London School following The Schools' Enterprise Association recent visit. Fantastic facilities in a perfect location!