Education

Our education experts can help you make the most of opportunities to survive and thrive in a rapidly changing market whether this be in higher education, further education or schools.

We understand the challenges that come with new opportunities such as the move of many schools towards becoming academies, the opening of international campus’ and the rise in tuition fees for universities. Maintaining existing provisions can be a problem for some whilst controlling growth may be an issue for others.

We use our legal skills, experience and knowledge of the education sector to provide relevant and practical advice and solutions. Our integrated team includes experts in commercial contracts, employment, business defence, regulatory compliance, property law, intellectual property, charities law and handling student complaints.

We have extensive experience in the UK education sector and our client base includes leading UK universities, further education colleges, schools and local authorities.

You’ll find our team of education specialists have a helpful and hands-on approach to any issue you bring to us. Many members of the team take active roles in institutions by regularly lecturing at colleges and universities, sitting on the board of governors and giving training to staff and board members in HR issues and changes to the law. This means we have a real understanding of the culture and challenges faced by organisations and individuals working in education.